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Old 07-14-2003, 12:24 AM
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Re: Clunky shifts from 1st to 2nd
Is it normal for the gears to clunk from 1st to 2nd. Depending on speed. Also when I pop it into 1st gear from neutral, it sometimes makes a loud clunk as well.
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Old 07-14-2003, 12:26 AM
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Re: Clunky shifts from 1st to 2nd
New to hondas?

VERY normal. When it stops doing that, start to worry.
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Yup, totally normal
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Re: Clunky shifts from 1st to 2nd
Honda signature - don't worry about it . Try shifting at higher rpm's also.
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Re: Clunky shifts from 1st to 2nd
One thing you can do that will reduce it a bit is to preload the shift lever prior to doing your shift.
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Old 07-14-2003, 4:05 AM
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I thought the same thing years ago, I have learnt it is normal
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Re: Clunky shifts from 1st to 2nd
It's a special feature to make it easier for you to know when you have, in fact, changed gear

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Zeeman : It's a special feature to make it easier for you to know when you have, in fact, changed gear

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It's good to see you did not change while away
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This is one of the reasons why it clunks so much. In 1st gear when I am on the throttle. It takes a little then surges even when I release its still going for a bit. Does this go away over time, is there a fix.
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just_john : This is one of the reasons why it clunks so much. *In 1st gear when I am on the throttle. *It takes a little then surges even when I release its still going for a bit. *Does this go away over time, is there a fix.
Surges? You revin' to 11,000?
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Re: Clunky shifts from 1st to 2nd
The FI on the blade is real touchy, so it takes good throttle control to not be 'jumpy'. A PCIII and a good map will help with that a little.
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Re: Clunky shifts from 1st to 2nd
shift @ 5K or above and it will change gears much smoother
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Joel : One thing you can do that will reduce it a bit is to preload the shift lever prior to doing your shift.
yup that works real good. half the noise smooth feeling shifts
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just_john : Is it normal for the gears to clunk from 1st to 2nd. *Depending on speed. *Also when I pop it into 1st gear from neutral, it sometimes makes a loud clunk as well.
Dude!!! *Sell the bike to some unsuspecting newbie. *Your bike is a time bomb. *Literally!!!! *That clunking sound is a count down. *tick-tock -- tick-tock -- tick-tock...











BTW -- I just wanted to give you a different view point. *FWIW, your mileage may vary, don't run with sissors near a swimming pool withing 1/2 hour of eating...
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Heavy-Dee : Quote (just_john @ July 14 2003, 2:09pm)This is one of the reasons why it clunks so much. *In 1st gear when I am on the throttle. *It takes a little then surges even when I release its still going for a bit. *Does this go away over time, is there a fix.
Surges? *You revin' to 11,000?
No the surge of gas comes at about 3000 rpm. And when I let off the gas it still goes a little then drops.
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just_john : Quote (Heavy-Dee @ July 14 2003, 11:18am)Quote (just_john @ July 14 2003, 2:09pm)This is one of the reasons why it clunks so much. *In 1st gear when I am on the throttle. *It takes a little then surges even when I release its still going for a bit. *Does this go away over time, is there a fix.
Surges? *You revin' to 11,000?
No the surge of gas comes at about 3000 rpm. *And when I let off the gas it still goes a little then drops.
Sounds like the HTEV.
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just_john : Quote (Heavy-Dee @ July 14 2003, 11:18am)Quote (just_john @ July 14 2003, 2:09pm)This is one of the reasons why it clunks so much. *In 1st gear when I am on the throttle. *It takes a little then surges even when I release its still going for a bit. *Does this go away over time, is there a fix.
Surges? *You revin' to 11,000?
No the surge of gas comes at about 3000 rpm. *And when I let off the gas it still goes a little then drops.
Totally normal and will continue that way. *Below 3000 you are lugging the engine. *As you pass 3000 on the way up the engine finally gets a breath and takes off like it is supposed to.

At least that is my understanding.

People - correct me if I am wrong - it has happened before.



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Old 07-15-2003, 8:25 PM
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Re: Clunky shifts from 1st to 2nd
Like everyone said, the clunking is normal on Hondas. My 954 is a clone of my 99 F4 in the way it shifts.

When you shift gears, it helps if you are matching the rpm's with the throttle hand before you release the clutch. It smooths everything out.

I'm not sure about the surge you're talking about. Is your throttle sticking? When you twist the throttle, make sure that the throttle isn't sticking. Make sure it releases back to its' original position immediately. If your grips get pushed up against the guard, it will stop your throttle from spinning freely.

Good luck with the new bike. Enjoy the Honda experience!
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