Shifting into First..
#1
03-13-2007, 05:47 AM
Shifting into First..
I am new to the bike world and was wondering if it is normal for the bike to make a somewhat loud clicking noise when shifting into first gear from neutral.Sorry i'm not really sure how to explain it... in other words, should the bike shift into gears without hearing any clicks or noise? i just want to make sure everything on my bike is working correctly and all fluids and oil are at correct levels..thanks
#2
03-13-2007, 06:06 AM
Retired Moderator
RE: Shifting into First..
Some bikes no, they shift to 1st smooth ... most cbr's yes, they clunk into 1st loudly but the trade off is a more reliable bike 
so shift with authority and show no fear.
disclaimer: above assumes you have decent oil, changed in timely manner as well as other factors that can contribute to excessive clunkiness ... but for the most part, as stated, some 'clunk" is normal on cbr's
Edit: assuming you mean "clunk" / "thud" sound when you say "clicking" because that could be a different story ... e.g. sprockets etc..
so shift with authority and show no fear.
disclaimer: above assumes you have decent oil, changed in timely manner as well as other factors that can contribute to excessive clunkiness ... but for the most part, as stated, some 'clunk" is normal on cbr's
Edit: assuming you mean "clunk" / "thud" sound when you say "clicking" because that could be a different story ... e.g. sprockets etc..
#3
03-13-2007, 08:10 AM
#4
03-13-2007, 10:24 AM
#7
03-14-2007, 12:21 AM
#8
03-14-2007, 12:57 AM
RE: Shifting into First..
ORIGINAL: DDCavi
Also dont go into first until youve come to a complete stop. Otherwise just stay in second.
Also dont go into first until youve come to a complete stop. Otherwise just stay in second.
And about the clutch - wouldn't surprise me. I've been bliping my throttle since I got it because it sounded cool. After some time I realized that while it's not necessary, there is a legitimate purpose for doing it. My clutch is still great. Yeah, I'm gonna be replacing before the summer, but it's an OEM part and it takes the abuse very well. I am guessing you got a kevlar kit? I don'tcare what the manual says - I say blip it. If your bike can't take it, an aggressivedownshift is probably the least of your worries.
ALSO, you're hearing that clunk because you're skipping through neutral (normal) and your hand/foot timing is off (not normal). These bikes aren't made to be ***** footin' around. It is very possible to shift smoothly with very little noise from first to second - but it takes time. Right now I would suggest you finding a big parking lot and practice over and over running from one end to the other, first to second - back and forth. You should spend the same amount of time shifting 1, 2 as you do 2,3... and most people don't. You'll hear them take off, hear the clutch go in, then a second or two later and then the throttle again. Waaaaaahhh-umm.................click, waaahhhhhhhhh. It should sound like, waaaaaahhhhumm-waaahhhhhhh. Just do it in a lot and get used to it, then think about what you're doing different when going slow. You're probably trying to force it, and you probably miss second a fair bit. Just spend some time on it, and you'll get it. It'll, "click," haha - sorry.
#9
03-14-2007, 02:01 AM
RE: Shifting into First..
Thanks for the help guys... i just wanted to make sure that the "Clunk" wasnt a sign of something bad. Oh and the word "clunk" describes the noise that my bike makes much better than "Click"haha. My CBR also makes a slight clunk when shifting through all the gears but not nearly as loud or hard as going into first... Any other helpful hint or tips for a beginner like me?
#10
03-14-2007, 02:31 AM
RE: Shifting into First..
ORIGINAL: KidCr3nshaw
That's like saying, "don't worry about really learning how to ride that bike, just go and stop man!" Bad advice.
And about the clutch - wouldn't surprise me. I've been bliping my throttle since I got it because it sounded cool. After some time I realized that while it's not necessary, there is a legitimate purpose for doing it. My clutch is still great. Yeah, I'm gonna be replacing before the summer, but it's an OEM part and it takes the abuse very well. I am guessing you got a kevlar kit? I don'tcare what the manual says - I say blip it. If your bike can't take it, an aggressivedownshift is probably the least of your worries.
ALSO, you're hearing that clunk because you're skipping through neutral (normal) and your hand/foot timing is off (not normal). These bikes aren't made to be ***** footin' around. It is very possible to shift smoothly with very little noise from first to second - but it takes time. Right now I would suggest you finding a big parking lot and practice over and over running from one end to the other, first to second - back and forth. You should spend the same amount of time shifting 1, 2 as you do 2,3... and most people don't. You'll hear them take off, hear the clutch go in, then a second or two later and then the throttle again. Waaaaaahhh-umm.................click, waaahhhhhhhhh. It should sound like, waaaaaahhhhumm-waaahhhhhhh. Just do it in a lot and get used to it, then think about what you're doing different when going slow. You're probably trying to force it, and you probably miss second a fair bit. Just spend some time on it, and you'll get it. It'll, "click," haha - sorry.
ORIGINAL: DDCavi
Also dont go into first until youve come to a complete stop. Otherwise just stay in second.
Also dont go into first until youve come to a complete stop. Otherwise just stay in second.
And about the clutch - wouldn't surprise me. I've been bliping my throttle since I got it because it sounded cool. After some time I realized that while it's not necessary, there is a legitimate purpose for doing it. My clutch is still great. Yeah, I'm gonna be replacing before the summer, but it's an OEM part and it takes the abuse very well. I am guessing you got a kevlar kit? I don'tcare what the manual says - I say blip it. If your bike can't take it, an aggressivedownshift is probably the least of your worries.
ALSO, you're hearing that clunk because you're skipping through neutral (normal) and your hand/foot timing is off (not normal). These bikes aren't made to be ***** footin' around. It is very possible to shift smoothly with very little noise from first to second - but it takes time. Right now I would suggest you finding a big parking lot and practice over and over running from one end to the other, first to second - back and forth. You should spend the same amount of time shifting 1, 2 as you do 2,3... and most people don't. You'll hear them take off, hear the clutch go in, then a second or two later and then the throttle again. Waaaaaahhh-umm.................click, waaahhhhhhhhh. It should sound like, waaaaaahhhhumm-waaahhhhhhh. Just do it in a lot and get used to it, then think about what you're doing different when going slow. You're probably trying to force it, and you probably miss second a fair bit. Just spend some time on it, and you'll get it. It'll, "click," haha - sorry.