So I finally got my recently purchased 05 F4i started, and then I go to put it into first with the clutch handle pulled tight to the grip, and it slams into gear and stalls instantly. So I'm thinking that the clutch is just not disengaging. But I'm not sure why. I adjusted the clutch cable to pull as far as it could and exactly the same thing happened. So for some other reason the clutch isn't disengaging. The bike was downed and took some significant damage before I bought it. Any ideas? I'll prob end up taking the clutch apart and looking for broken stuff, but of course I'd rather not. Any input would be great. Thanks.

Steve

 

make sure the kickstand is up. It will do that if its down... dont put it in gear till the kickstand is up

 

OK, that worked. And I'm obviously a newb. Thanks a ton.

Steve

 

lol... i'm guessing you didn't take the MSF course.

go take it. you'll get an insurance discount at least... and you'll learn basic stuff like that.

 

its cool, I did the same thing when I first got mine Happy riding!!!!

 

hey dont do any wheelie with the kick stand down, ok?

 

lol what happens if your in a wheelie and kick the kickstand out? i bet you would come down really hard...

 

Thumbs up steve. 1st problem out of the way. Make sure youinvest in somegood riding gear, you need all the protection you can get.Take is slow, don't rush it and be alert when you ride.

 

No matter newb or not everyone forgets about their kikstand every once in a while. Its just a matter of time before you stall it with the stand down only thing is make sure ur alone when you do it.

 

lol thats true...I did it on wednesday I was alone