possible clutch problem

[bcVulcan]

It doesn't seem too serious at this point but here are some symtoms I am experiencing.
1. I can't push my bike when it's in gear. (with the clutch pulled in)
3. Doesn't start as easily when it's in gear as it use to.
4. Occasionally won't go into third or fourth gear. I sometimes have to downshift first then go back up.

The only thing I've done differently is that I've started putting a whole quart of oil in the tranny. I use havoline 10w40. I've used this oil for two years and no trouble so far. Do I need to switch, or is it something else? I've tried adjusting the cable but no luck.

 

[Colorado Mike]

sounds like warped clutch plates, or you need to put another spacer on the actuator that fits in the throw-out bearing. take a look at the drawing on www.buykawasaki.com .

Mike.

 

[pepperdave]

I accidently put to much oil in my trans and had the trans would not shift at all.I promptly drained the oil and put in fresh oil and the proper amount. Shifting went back to normal.

Dave

 

[bcVulcan]

That's worth a try. I'm gonna change my oil in the morning and try using the recommended amount.

 

[cruznonmykdx]

same problem

I have a 2004 200 and I am having the same problem. Look under thread- Clutch Problem
I got the same advice and am going to switch to Bel Ray and see what happens. Let me know if you find a cure.
These bikes are to new for this type of problem- in my opinion.

 

[skagracer]

I have a new 220 03 shifts fine just like my old 93 witch has 16000 miles on good old 10w40 with no frition mulsafire crap in it but what has happened to you happen to me with my RM 250 frist ride of the year that is last yr the same oil that I always used .was chaged to have the crap in it and one short ride and the clutch was draging and won,t release etc so I fushed the the clutch with atf . put you bikes on a stand and started it run tit theu the gears working yhe clutch get it warm the drain it and try again mine worked fine after

 

[dsndblm]

I had been having the same problems with my 88 lately. It got so bad I couldnt catch neutral with the bike stopped and engine running. I bought a quart of Bel Ray Gear Saver and ALL problems went away instantly. I should have done it a long time ago.

 

[JasonWho]

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[dsndblm]

JasonWho

I used the 75W. Good stuff! I have tried all kinds of automotive oils, every ATF from type F to Dextron. The ATF fluids did cure the mentioned problems more than auto oils but all symptoms went away with the GearSaver. I'm sold.

 

[JasonWho]

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