Brake Pad Posted November 28, 2009 Share #1 Posted November 28, 2009 Yesterday, while riding down the interstate, I started to pass a car, I hit the throttle, the engine roared, but nothing happend, for a few seconds. I didn't shift, just, came on the the thottle. any ideas, whats doing on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kregerdoodle Posted November 28, 2009 Share #2 Posted November 28, 2009 sounds like clutch slipping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brake Pad Posted November 28, 2009 Author Share #3 Posted November 28, 2009 how about, needing to change the fluid? its the first time it happened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRider Posted November 28, 2009 Share #4 Posted November 28, 2009 Yup, clutch. Certainly not unknown. It is also not generally covered under warranty (wear item). However, it is really easy to deal with yourself. Might be a good time to upgrade to a Barnett or PWC clutch kit. Not too expensive, fairly easy to do, and will eliminate a weak link in an otherwise strong chain. RR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted November 28, 2009 Share #5 Posted November 28, 2009 If suspect is clutch it is probably only the clutch spring..They are weak and it solves the problem 99.9% of the time..Lot of write ups on it thruout the forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sling Posted November 28, 2009 Share #6 Posted November 28, 2009 I had the same situation as you described PCW racing clutch kit is the answer Contact John and tell him what you've got he'll set you right up. Any questions when you get the kit just call him again. He will keep you going in the right direction. PCW Racing - John Ganey 108 - 112 Henry St. Schenectady NY 12304 518 - 346 - 7203 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyR Posted November 28, 2009 Share #7 Posted November 28, 2009 I suppose the easy 1st thing to check is the clutch lever itself. make sure its lubed right, and that you don't have big tassles attached to it flying in the wind. There have been a couple members who suspected the worst - new clutch needed - when just making sure the lever was fully disengaged/closed was all they did to fix it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Fulmer Posted November 28, 2009 Share #8 Posted November 28, 2009 Back in my "younger" years I had a Yamaha 80cc bike. The clutch started slipping so I took the clutch cover off and pulled the springs. Then I found me some washers that just fit underneath them so as to "tighten" them up. Worked great!! I was back in business. I think I was around 14 at the time and I didn't have any money for new plates and springs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hig4s Posted November 28, 2009 Share #9 Posted November 28, 2009 Back in my "younger" years I had a Yamaha 80cc bike. The clutch started slipping so I took the clutch cover off and pulled the springs. Then I found me some washers that just fit underneath them so as to "tighten" them up. Worked great!! I was back in business. I think I was around 14 at the time and I didn't have any money for new plates and springs. Different set up on the RSV, it doesn't use coil springs in the clutch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmxndad Posted November 28, 2009 Share #10 Posted November 28, 2009 Have you been talking about that new GoldWing in front of the RSV? Might be a reaction to that. Seriously probably just the clutch spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Bates Posted November 29, 2009 Share #11 Posted November 29, 2009 the 2sd gens seems to start sliping in 4 and 5 gears first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sailor Posted November 29, 2009 Share #12 Posted November 29, 2009 Just a thought but did you change the oil recently? If so what did you use? That ultra slippery synthetic stuff can cause your clutch to slip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crockettrider Posted November 29, 2009 Share #13 Posted November 29, 2009 As sailor said, I have known a few that have complained of this after switching oils.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted November 29, 2009 Share #14 Posted November 29, 2009 Not to contradict but I use Amsoil Synthetic 20/50 MC Oil and have been since 2004..Never a problem on slippage,however I am still gonna change out the clutch spring as I Know it will need it sooner or later...especially since I pull a trailer. I wil;l get mine from PCW Racing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brake Pad Posted November 29, 2009 Author Share #15 Posted November 29, 2009 PWC racing it is. I'll order a new set on monday, thank you all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V7Goose Posted November 29, 2009 Share #16 Posted November 29, 2009 FYI - You do NOT need new friction plates - just the upgrade kit with a new spring and one fiction plate to replace the weenie half-plate and wave washer in the back of the stack. See older posts on this subject if you need more info. Goose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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