When I release or engage the throttle, it's a bit jerky. Is that how its suppose to be? I have to use the clutch to smooth out the ride. I don't remembering it being so jerky when I first got the bike. (I bought the bike used after 8k.)

 

Try some cable lube.

http://www.holeshot.com/chemicals/cablelife_prod.html

 

Stop riding in first gear! lol (Joke)

 

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