02-19-2019, 11:20 PM
(02-19-2019, 04:20 PM)DBM_imp Wrote:(02-19-2019, 11:02 AM)peterbaron_imp Wrote: Max and others, thanks for your additional input.
Just thinking loudly about two things:
1* clutch master cylinder push rod, can it be installed in reverse/wrong way, causing binding or limited stroke???, the manual just says: install the push rod to the boot with its direction as shown ( 9-13, 3rd pic from top with side description)
2. If the master cylinder piston>push rod>> does not have proper stroke = the clutch will not do its job properly
2* Let's consider there is nothing wrong with the clutch and its control, would you consider shifter/gear box/mechanism problem, or definitely not ?
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I think we covered entire clutch control system in inexpensive way.
Thinking outside the box. If any previous oil changes where done with auto oil with anti friction additives, that would foul the clutch plates and cause slippage.
If that was the situation, then yes DBM. Slippage would be the overall and constant behaviour and be obvious all the time. I believe it starts happening within an hour of riding after the [incorrect] oil change.
If this was the case, I have seen some situations reverse after a proper oil (+ filter) change, again, within an hour duration of riding or less. I have heard others with less success.