What does it mean when your gear shift lever is loose?
Put it all back together and the gear shift lever is ‘loose’. I can shift from Park to 1st without any problem….except, when it goes into any gear, it does not seem to ‘stop’ securely into any gear (like, lock into place).
How to shift gears on a semi automatic motorcycle?
All that you need to do to shift gears on a motorcycle with a semi-automatic transmission is throttle the engine and use the gear shift. On a semi-automatic, the clutch is tied in to the gear shift, so using the gear shift activates both controls at once. 2 Turn the bike on.
What causes the shift lever to wiggle back and forth?
There is an adjustable connector at the end of the shift cable that hooks to the transmission linkage .. This connector has a locking tab that can be raised so adjustments can be made.. IF that locking tab becomes dislodged (pops up) then you’ll have a lot of lost motion in the shifter circuit.. That is what I suspect the problem is ..
What does free travel on a shift lever mean?
‘Free travel’ in shifter longitudinal movement sounds like the ‘shifter detent spring’ is broken or missing.. It is supposed to keep pressure on the shift lever to lock it in place when you shift gears then let go of it ..
Do you have to shift gears with auto clutch?
The option for rider modulation of the clutch via the lever is retained, but unnecessary, except for during shifting. An auto clutch should not be confused with an automatic transmission. Shifting gears is still an essential aspect of riding an auto clutch-equipped machine.
How can I get my Clutch to work on its own?
As you get close to the place on its own due to cable pressure STOP. Operate the clutch lever while observing the clutch adjuster. As you squeeze the lever the pull should be smooth and even, and the adjuster will visually move in and out slightly. 8). Secure the jamnuts on the cable adjuster. Put everything back together clean up
What can I use to tighten a loose gear shift?
Remove the bolts and nuts that secure the center console around the gear shifter with a 1/4-inch drive ratchet, a metric socket and a Phillips head screwdriver. This will expose the rubber boot. Pull back any carpet as needed to make room for the rubber boot to be pulled over the gear shifter.
What are the symptoms of a bad clutch?
4 Symptoms of a Bad Motorcycle Clutch 1 High Engine Revs After Releasing Lever. If your bike revs to the moon after releasing the lever, it could be because the clutch is not engaging fast enough. 2 Hard Gear Shifts. Hard gear shifts can make for a very unpleasant motorcycle ride. 3 Stuck Clutch Lever. 4 Motorcycle Won’t Go into Gear.