01-05-2016, 03:40 PM | #31 |
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I do the same, but that's to prevent excess heat build-up. I'm not as concerned about self-preservation in a cage.
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01-05-2016, 04:34 PM | #33 | |
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But proper cable adjustment does matter. A poorly adjusted (stretched) cable puts more pressure on the clutch plates, increasing drag, heat and wear.
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01-06-2016, 08:35 AM | #35 |
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A "poorly adjusted(stretched) cable" would not allow full disengagement
I'm assuming everyone here knows proper cable adjustment,it's not rocket science. A PROPERLY adjusted cable then would make no difference within the context of this discussion which is neutral or in gear at a stop. Let's just agree that it is unquestionably safer to leave a bike in gear period. I just have clutch heat issues in prolonged disengagement. |
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01-06-2016, 09:48 AM | #36 |
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the only time i had a neutral issue when it came out of the crate would not shift out of neutral into 1st gear no prob. after that. would always keep it in gear at traffic lights if we had traffic lights around here be safe
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01-17-2016, 08:11 PM | #37 |
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Lever was attached securely though I was able to tighten the bolt a bit more. My very non scientific method of going for a ride in my old boots lead me to believe it's the stiffer new boots that may be the culprit
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01-18-2016, 01:11 AM | #38 | |
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If you choose to install a Honda XR650L shift lever, it is slightly longer, and will work well with you new boots.
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01-18-2016, 05:00 PM | #39 |
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I actually have an aftermarket Honda lever on it. It's the emgo version. It seemed to be same length and dimensions as the rx3 original.
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01-19-2016, 01:29 AM | #40 | |
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However, I can assure you the MSR shift lever for the Honda XR650L is definitely longer than the RX3 shift lever.
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05-07-2016, 08:54 PM | #41 |
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*grumble* So my bike still likes to lie about being in Neutral - the Indicator says N but it's still in gear. Today I stopped at a gas station, put the kickstand down, got off the bike, all while holding the clutch in - I was planning on letting the bike idle a whileso I could check the oil level in the sight....but as soon as I took my hand off the clutch, it stalled, jerking forward enough to pull itself off the kickstand - luckily it started leaning towards me and I caught it - any one elses's bike do this??
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05-07-2016, 09:27 PM | #42 |
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I'm glad you caught the bike and prevented a fall.
I see frequent warnings not to trust the neutral indicator light, but I have never had the neutral indicator lie to me on any motorcycle. I suggest you check the gear indicator plug leading to the digital dashboard for bent pins, dirt, corrosion, et cetera.
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05-08-2016, 01:33 AM | #43 | |
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If it's only sometimes, inspect the contact body (near the countershaft sprocket) to be sure it is securely attached. Also look closely at the wire harness attached to it to see if the insulation has been damaged. |
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05-08-2016, 01:09 PM | #44 |
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it likes to lie more frequently than not. I'm trying to think now if it is always in neutral after it stalls - I want to say yes, but I can't remember if I pull the clutch in if I'm moving the bike without it powered on. When I start the bike I pull the clutch in when I press the ignition, I can't remember if I let it back out and just sit on the bike while its idling before I put it in gear to get going....I guess I have some more investigation to do.
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05-08-2016, 05:11 PM | #45 |
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Mine also is a hit or miss getting into neutral and I've let the clutch out with the "N" light showing and it was in gear once and it killed it at a stop light. I need to check the switch I guess. rj
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