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Toe shifter difficult to change gears
So I'm at the end of a long year end project on this bike and I was able to ride it over the weekend and I noticed that it's pretty difficult to change gears with the toe shifter. It seems like it's worse when it's cold and gets better the longer I ride it. Also, it seems that when the handlebar clutch level is pulled in all the way it's harder for the toe shifter to change gears. I have to let out the handle a little for the toe shifter to go into gear. I have fresh oil in the bike so not sure where to start. I wouldn't think it would just be a clutch handle adjustment?Tags: None
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huntb
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What you do mean by "hard to shift"? Does it just not go into gear when you move the shifter firmly up or down? Is this while the bike is stopped or while moving? Do the gears grind? Does the shift lever itself move freely?
Out of curiosity, what's your skill level as a rider? If you're newer to riding like I am, I can offer some tips that might help.
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If its an E with linkage from the shift arm to the tranny make sure the shift arm can move freely on the shaft. Yes mine was binding and yes a little grease goes a long way .82 1100 EZ (red)
"You co-opting words of KV only thickens the scent of your BS. A thief and a putter-on of airs most foul. " JEEPRUSTY
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claygs750e
I've been riding for 15 years off and on and maybe working on bikes for a year or two. It doesn't grind or anything, but when I'm lifting of with my foot or pushing down through the gears it's tough to move into the next gear. Almost like I have to eitgher push hard or wiggle it with my foot a little. Where are you putting the grease on the arm? Am I opening up the case?
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kdo58
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claygs750e
The clutch lever pulls in ok and doesn't feel stiff, but some gears I have to pull in all the way and some have to let off a little. I can't pinpont which gear does which. I know if I'm sitting I can't go into neutral. If pull up on the toe shifter it won't move unless I start rolling. Now if I shut the bike off and wiggle the toe shifter with my hand I can get it into neutral. That's why it seems to me something internal.Last edited by Guest; 07-29-2014, 10:04 AM.
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It doesn't sound like an internal problem to me, just a matter of clutch disengagement. I think bonanzadave was referring to grease on any pivot point externally. I would check the clutch cable tension/ adjustment. Having difficulty getting a bike into neutral or 1st without rolling a bit is common with so many bikes/manufacturers, not an indicator of problems.Erik
1982 GS550M
Dyna S, Dyna greens, coil relay mod w/LED, Sonic Springs (.90)
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Originally posted by Missile99 View PostI think bonanzadave was referring to grease on any pivot point externally.82 1100 EZ (red)
"You co-opting words of KV only thickens the scent of your BS. A thief and a putter-on of airs most foul. " JEEPRUSTY
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claygs750e
So do I open it up and put some grease on the part below with the red arrow? The clutch cable itself is brand new and there are no hard turns in the cable itself.Attached Files
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That would be the next step. Just try feeling the pivot of the shift lever externally before taking anything apart. It's the part of your shifter that's most rearward as bonanzadave describes if your shifter is set back and runs linkage forward. My bike is set up this way. It should feel free, maybe a bit loose.Erik
1982 GS550M
Dyna S, Dyna greens, coil relay mod w/LED, Sonic Springs (.90)
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claygs750e
When I put the clutch lever arm on the bottom of that piece the picture shows is there a particular orientation I place it on the gear?
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Take your shift lever off and grease the shaft that it pivots on like suggested. It is probably just binding up. simple maintenance.. I've had this happen on a few bikes. should be done at least once a year especially if you ride in the rain or are wash your bike alot it will rinse the lube out.1984 GS1100GK newest addition to the heard
80 GS 1000gt- most favorite ride love this bike
1978 GS1000E- Known as "RoadKill" , Finished :D
83 gs750ed- first new purchase
85 EX500- vintage track weapon
1958Ducati 98 Tourismo
“Remember When in doubt use full throttle, It may not improve the situation ,but it will end the suspense ,
If it isn't going to make it faster or safer it isn't worth doing
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claygs750e
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So just so I'm clear I will take only the lever off and use grease (I have black ball bearing grease) on the area where the red arrow is pointing? So no need to take off the cover?
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Originally posted by claygs750e View Post[ATTACH=CONFIG]35650[/ATTACH]
So just so I'm clear I will take only the lever off and use grease (I have black ball bearing grease) on the area where the red arrow is pointing? So no need to take off the cover?
Mark1982 GS1100E
1998 ZX-6R
2005 KTM 450EXC
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