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mrlmd1 · 08-17-2009, 06:43 PM

All bikes, and this one too, are a little difficult to get into first gear from a standing stop, like at a light or when starting out. Roll the bike a few inches either forward or back and it should pop into first. It has nothing to do with the clutch needing adjustment, that's just the way most bikes are.
Neutral can be hard to find from first, usually when stopped it is easy to pass it and go up into second gear. Just tap the shifter down lightly and you'll get into neutral if you passed it. Watch for the neutral light to go on. It takes a little practice to be able to "feel it" and get it right every time.
Welcome to the club - you're not alone with those questions, and welcome to the forum.

08-17-2009, 06:43 PM	#2
mrlmd1 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Crawfordville, Florida Posts: 2,853	Re: Trouble getting it into neutral and 1st gear All bikes, and this one too, are a little difficult to get into first gear from a standing stop, like at a light or when starting out. Roll the bike a few inches either forward or back and it should pop into first. It has nothing to do with the clutch needing adjustment, that's just the way most bikes are. Neutral can be hard to find from first, usually when stopped it is easy to pass it and go up into second gear. Just tap the shifter down lightly and you'll get into neutral if you passed it. Watch for the neutral light to go on. It takes a little practice to be able to "feel it" and get it right every time. Welcome to the club - you're not alone with those questions, and welcome to the forum.
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