nvalentino
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Hi everyone,
A couple days ago whilst accelerating, I attempted to shift from 2nd into 3rd, and encountered some resistance. Believing it was a mis-shift, I moved the lever into neutral, and was able to engage 3rd relatively easily. Unfortunately, it's since been stuck in that position since.
Uncertain of the fault, and not wanting to cause further damage, I haven't given the lever a good pull. I did notice it was rotating excessively immediately afterward, the grub screw was partially dislodged.
The clutch does operate correctly, and I was able to drive it home (1/4 mile away, fortunately). There are no unusual sounds, vibrations, etc., and is otherwise functioning properly.
I've since removed the top covers, and everything appears to be in order: ball bearings correctly in place, reverse springs are ok, and synchro detent springs appear to be properly fitted and undamaged (the backside was examined with a mirror).
Both the 1/2 and 3/4 selector rods were essentially frozen, with very limited travel. After a few mm of movement, they abruptly stop. Same situation when manually operated without the forks.
Perhaps the excessive lever rotation somehow gummed up the works?
Here are side-by-side photos showing the maximum amount of movement:
Present condition of rear:
Any ideas?
I haven't a clue about diagnosing these sorts of problems, maybe overlooking something simple? Re-install the lever, cross my fingers, and fiddle with it a bit? The goal's not to cause further damage!
Any guidance would be greatly appreciated, thank you.
A couple days ago whilst accelerating, I attempted to shift from 2nd into 3rd, and encountered some resistance. Believing it was a mis-shift, I moved the lever into neutral, and was able to engage 3rd relatively easily. Unfortunately, it's since been stuck in that position since.
Uncertain of the fault, and not wanting to cause further damage, I haven't given the lever a good pull. I did notice it was rotating excessively immediately afterward, the grub screw was partially dislodged.
The clutch does operate correctly, and I was able to drive it home (1/4 mile away, fortunately). There are no unusual sounds, vibrations, etc., and is otherwise functioning properly.
I've since removed the top covers, and everything appears to be in order: ball bearings correctly in place, reverse springs are ok, and synchro detent springs appear to be properly fitted and undamaged (the backside was examined with a mirror).
Both the 1/2 and 3/4 selector rods were essentially frozen, with very limited travel. After a few mm of movement, they abruptly stop. Same situation when manually operated without the forks.
Perhaps the excessive lever rotation somehow gummed up the works?
Here are side-by-side photos showing the maximum amount of movement:
Present condition of rear:
Any ideas?
I haven't a clue about diagnosing these sorts of problems, maybe overlooking something simple? Re-install the lever, cross my fingers, and fiddle with it a bit? The goal's not to cause further damage!
Any guidance would be greatly appreciated, thank you.
