04-19-2014, 02:45 PM
I get the same thing on my brand new 2014. I notice shifting in or out of 1st gear causes that harsh CLUNK sound if the RPM is too high, and this is the only motorcycle I've ever owned aside from an old and poorly maintained (from previous owner) 750 Nighthawk which did the same thing so I don't know if it's anything to be concerned about. Since the bike is so new i imagine it's not a problem, but I just try to stay in 2nd unless I'm coming to a complete stop.
Shifting from 2nd down to 1st at a lower speed like sub-30PMH seems to make it less noticeable though.
Shifting from 2nd down to 1st at a lower speed like sub-30PMH seems to make it less noticeable though.