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From neutral to first

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by jazzhog, Sep 2, 2008.

  1. jazzhog

    jazzhog New Member

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    Hey crew
    Lately on my 01 fatboy I'm noticing that when I stop at a light and I go to shift from neutral to first it doesn't engage. I kind of have to kick the shifter a few times so it can engage but it doesn't slam in neither, it engages pretty smooth. It never did this before, I had switched my lubricant to redline shock proof and I noticed that the shifting was better and quieter. I have about 20,000 k and I've never adjusted the clutch on the scoot. Do ya think that this might be a factor? Or maybe is something else... HELP !!!! Thank's "JAZZ"
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  3. duke76

    duke76 New Member

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    I would adjust the clutch and the primary chain. Todd
    duke76, Sep 2, 2008
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    If ya check the maintenance schedule in your shop manual I believe the clutch is to be adjusted every 5K. I'm with Duke, adjust clutch and check primary chain adjustment.
    ringo912, Sep 2, 2008
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    cowboy Moderator Staff Member

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    Yep I'am with Duke & ringo on this one
    cowboy, Sep 2, 2008
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  6. jazzhog

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    Primary I did not long ago. But the clutch, well... I've never adjusted it. My indy shop might've done it though not really sure. I do know that I've never had a problem with it till now. Thanks for yer input I'll do that tonight... "JAZZ" :cool:
    jazzhog, Sep 2, 2008
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    Mine's done that occasionally for years. I press down while easing out the clutch just a little and it will go into first.
    Hot01, Sep 2, 2008
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    yep adjust it, you're see a big diff. ans those derby cover gaskets don't need replaced every time:devil:
    skull2007, Sep 3, 2008
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