Shifter is sticking!!!!!!
 

I was riding yesterday and i noticed that my shifter was sticking in the down position when i was down-shifting. So i would shift from say 6th to 5th and it would stay pushed down then it would release and pop back up to the original position. Its really aggravating. The bike didnt seem to perform any different but i dont like that its doing that. Is it a sign saying need new clutch or something? Any help would be appreciated.

Check the shifter to see if the retaining bolt is still there. if its not is the shifter rubbing anywhere? Is the linkage rubbing or binding in any way?

After that my thought goes to possible a bent shifter fork and an expensive fix?

Yamaha uses a bushing instead of a bearing there. Make sure that the shift shaft isn't contacting the cover. If it is, you may need to replace that bushing. I suggest getting the kit from Factory Pro that includes a bearing to replace that bushing.

http://www.factorypro.com/

Also, try some grease where the shaft comes out, make sure that the shift lever isn't bent and touching anything. You may need a new spring-one comes in that kit btw or you can get it from the dealer. Part number 90508-32682-00 costs about $4

Here's the fiche..
http://fiche.ronayers.com/Index.cfm/...up/SHIFT_SHAFT

Thanks ill check into that.

When is the last time you changed your oil? If you don't remember, change it. Put some synthetic in there as well.

Well since i havent changed the oil since ive had it and i asked my buddy when he changed it last and he doesnt remember i think its probably a good idea that i do that ASAP. I was going to do it yesterday but RT Cycle(Yamaha Dealer) here in town was closed and Southern Honda didnt have the oil filter for it so Im going down there today to buy the filter and change it tonight. What oil do yall suggest?

I think I use the Rotella synthetic that walmart sells. I use to use the Honda HP4S in the 600rr.

whoaaaaaaaaaaa change your oil.

I do it at least twice a season. amsoil full synth or repsol for me plz.

i doubt thats why your shifter is sticking though. probobly has more to do with your linkage arm or something. I suggest kicking your bike really hard.

A. Worn Bushing
B. Stretched or broken return spring.
C. Bent shift shaft (been dropped?)
D. SOme bikes have the shift shaft run exposed through the area next to the sprocket and if you don't clean it out once in a while you can get a buildup of sticky, gritty goo that can cause the same issue (Much like what is washing up on the Louisiana coastline)..clean the goo out and rinse with a little kerosene...

NOT a clutch issue.

The first gen R6's are notorious for transmission problems.

I run hp4s. The blade did not like repsol

neither did the GSXR... lots of engine noise!:panic:

im actually running amsoil right now, high performance. its smooth like butter on a warm day.

Ask the dealer what they use when they change oil. Use that. That's what I use. The first gen R6s have a 2nd gear problem, this doesn't sound like a 2nd gear issue.

me likey Amsoil 20/50

I've been using the Rotella for the past few oil changes but I'm always looking for better stuff. Is the amsoil that much better?

Me too.

You are just asking for the oil bag of worms to get opened.

Amsoil rules.

Now that we know an Amsoil rep, I'll be using Amsoil exclusively.

:lol: yeah I know. It's been at least a day since the last good "oil" thread ;)

I already do.

Yep... i have a dealer license... contact me via PM and I can save you some money with Amsoil. Or if you want to deal direct and pay full retail, you can click the link in my sig and order it. Usually shipped to your house within 3-4 biz days.

I hear Nooil works great for your type of riding as well. :lol:

Pretty sure it doesnt.

Only had the bike a Month. And i just assumed he had changed it recently. But i Changed it yesterday and it seems fine today. So that was probably all it was.

yeah, my shifting would get gummy if I don't do regular oil changes on the RR.