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Hard shifting into first from second

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MinnesotaTim

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Bike: 1982 GS750E
Miles: 27,000
Symptom: Hard shifting from 2nd into 1st

Last night I had my bike out for a ride after getting the carbs tuned and new tires put on, and noted several times that I had issues shifting from second to first as I stopped at the traffic lights. I haven't checked my oil levels yet (was too dark when I got home). It always shifts with a bump from neutral into first when I first start the bike up, but then shifts smooth once warm. Does anyone have any thoughts on what I should check to find out why I'm having this hard shifting from 2nd to 1st? All other shifts are smooth every time without fail.

- Tim
 
Clutch ADJ

Clutch ADJ

check your clutch adjustmant.... should be smoother for the n to !st shift..

and also may need to replace the clutch pack to correct.. (last resort).

Joe
 
Normal?

Normal?

I think what you're describing may be normal. I've noticed exactly the same thing and think it has something to do with the way the gearbox was designed. I had exactly the same issue with an FXRS that I had and a top notch factory trained mechanic told me it was to be expected.:?

Now, of course, if it's noticably different than in the past, maybe there's something else going on. Hopefully, more people will comment on their own experiences.
 
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For what it is worth, I have owned 4 Gs 1100's and they everyone were hard to shift into first from any gear.:?
 
My 550L is the same. The shift from 1 to 2 is sometimes tough, too, but gets better when it warms up.
 
MichaelHoward said:
For what it is worth, I have owned 4 Gs 1100's and they everyone were hard to shift into first from any gear.:?
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How many different gears were you shifting into first from?
 
if you can move to bike backwards or forward and it slips into 1st then welcome to my gs, i just shift it from 2nd to 1st just before i stop then no problems.
 
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