Downshifting to 2nd or 1st while moving (technique)

Originally Posted by theboydiddy I don't think you have a bigger foot. My clutch is really really up high. Like I have to let go all the way and just

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Downshifting to 2nd or 1st while moving (technique)

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03-23-2012, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by theboydiddy

I don't think you have a bigger foot. My clutch is really really up high. Like I have to let go all the way and just a tad bit at the end is when the gear engage it. And the kick back is ridiculous too. Is like if someone was kicking me on the foot. After a good 20 min ride my left leg HURTS !!!!

The kickback is because of the clutch helper spring. You need a lighter spring (or no spring) in there and it will fix that issue.

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