Shifting issue

[The Gecko_imp]

Hi Corm, don't know how far you have gotten into your solving your problem since your initial post is already a few days old. With all the good advice I am sure the problem is gone (soon). But in case it is not, my neighbor has just rebuilt his clutch (the friction plates on his Kawasaki were worn out after just under 12,000 miles ! - probably a material defect showing just days after his warranty expired). I had a chance to watch him doing it, it was much easier than I thought. Why do I mention it ? Because 150,000 km is no joke, and you may not be lucky with just a fluid change or some lub. If you can't do it, fair enough, it cannot be too expensive if your preferred mechanic writes fair invoices. The parts are not too expensive either.
Good luck !!