Why does my Traxter have a shifting problem?
Note: this may not be the case with all Traxter’s shifting problems but if you have recently replaced the sprag gear/clutch (part 41/42) in the ignition assembly this MAY be your issue. My Traxter had a sprag go on it so when the electronic start was used it sounded as it something was grinding in the engine.
Can a Traxter XT 500 shift all the time?
Will not shift all the time intermittent shifting. Clicking this will make more experts see the question and we will remind you when it gets answered. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address.
How do you shift the piston on a Traxter?
Pull off the shift piston cover (part #25) and use the relief hole and the tip of a screw driver to rotate the piston to the appropriate bottom/6 o’clock position – gentle taps with a rubber hammer to encourage rotating to the correct position may be needed).
What’s the problem with my Traxter electronic start?
My Traxter had a sprag go on it so when the electronic start was used it sounded as it something was grinding in the engine. After a bit of research it turned up the sprag issue. For fixing it most all of the info needed can be found here:
Is the electric shift on a 2001 Traxter?
I have a 2001 bombardier traxter, I was riding and the temperature light came on and was flickering, when it came on it would get stuck in the gear I was in. After a little time it would shift. Is thi … read more
Will not shift all the time intermittent shifting. Clicking this will make more experts see the question and we will remind you when it gets answered. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address.
Pull off the shift piston cover (part #25) and use the relief hole and the tip of a screw driver to rotate the piston to the appropriate bottom/6 o’clock position – gentle taps with a rubber hammer to encourage rotating to the correct position may be needed).
What should I do if my Traxter is not shifting?
To correct this (I am assuming you have already taken your rear racks on plastics off) drain your coolant, drain your oil and remove your air box ONLY. Full removal of the rad, fan, airbox, carb, rear axle, rear swing arm IS NOT NEEDED. It is for the full sprag repair, but NOT for repositioning the shift piston.