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[gtfoss1986]

Just found a Valve check / adjustment is 119$ so that's not bad . Okay I have another wonderful insightful questions peeps. As I'm riding along I like to down shift approaching a stop. Occasionally when I near second and also going into first i feel the and kinda hear a chain sound in my clutch? like a larger version of a bicycle chain switching gears. Is this a normal sound / feeling or is it something i need to get looked at?

Thanks

[gtfoss1986]

BTW got my 2 quarts of oil and filter tonight after work tomorrow I will perform my oil change . I'm a sucker and I'm using the Suzuki oil I know I will change it up soon enough but for 2 quarts and the filter it was only $15.00 so that to me isn't bad. And then some more

[Water Warrior 2]

Originally Posted by gtfoss1986

Just found a Valve check / adjustment is 119$ so that's not bad . Okay I have another wonderful insightful questions peeps. As I'm riding along I like to down shift approaching a stop. Occasionally when I near second and also going into first i feel the and kinda hear a chain sound in my clutch? like a larger version of a bicycle chain switching gears. Is this a normal sound / feeling or is it something i need to get looked at?

Thanks

You might be downshifting at too high a speed for the gears to mesh properly. Try shifting at a little slower speed for the gear you are down shifting into. You might also blip the throttle just a moment before down shifting when you pull in the clutch. It takes practice to get the timing right so don't get discouraged with an occasional grinding. After you develop muscle memory things will be smoother and more natural feeling.

Just remember there are no stupid questions when it comes to riding and wanting knowledge to be more informed about your bike or riding skills. We can supply a lot of answers but most of us agree with a proper riding course and reading Proficient Motorcycling by David Hogue. An onsight riding instructor will do wonders for your safety and skills.

[gtfoss1986]

Well I changed my black gas smelling oil tonight. It still had a little copper/caramel color left. What a simple wonderful little time with my bike. I polished it tonight and cleaned her up. When the oil was drained placed new filter put her back together added about a quart and a half oil ran it for a bit to check for leaks looked at oil lvl had to add a little more waited for contents to settle and at the appropriate level. I'll take more pics tomorrow. I enjoy my little cruiser guys