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11 Nov 2005 15:00 #7803 by DanOz7Five0
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Are there any signs of a bad clutch? I really have to ride the clutch lately in order to get a start. Other than that though it never slips on me. Or do I need to play with my cable adjustment some more?

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11 Nov 2005 17:32 #7834 by hwms
Replied by hwms on topic Sign of bad clutch?
Dan:
If it slips try a little more free play in the lever cable. If this does not help take a good look at the oil you are using. Last resort; check clutch plates.
Harry

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11 Nov 2005 18:32 #7841 by KZQ
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Ride the clutch to get a start? Doesn't sound like a clutch problem. Look elsewhere. Lack of low end power, could be anything. Tell us more about it.
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11 Nov 2005 18:44 #7844 by DanOz7Five0
Replied by DanOz7Five0 on topic Sign of bad clutch?
Ok here goes.

I have to rev it up more than I used to and then let the clutch out slowly while keeping it revved up. If I dont do this the bike just doesnt want to get going until about 2000 rpms, then she runs great.

Today was #50 for me taking it to work (yes I keep track) so now with the cold and working 2 jobs Im ready to put it away, especially when Im having issues like this.

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