[mynameisthomas]

hi, just recently got me a used 919 04
im trying to learn the bike and the transmission sometimes, most of the time , lurches when i go through the gears quickly (like what i usually do with my 150cc honda, i dont skip any steps like pulling the clutch or closing the throttle)
it does not lurch when i carefully carry out the steps to shift gears (doing it carefully takes 1 to 2 seconds before im back to throttle)

anyone experience this? do i just need to adjust the clutch cable? if adjust is needed, do i set it up so that the friction zone is up "high" (lever release from pull is farther from handle bar to engage friction zone) or "low" (lever release from pull is nearer from handle bar to engage friction zone)

thanks!

 

[rufftup]

This is a really good deal on a factory service manual...

919 factory Service Manual

Two to choose from...$45 shipped EACH lower 48 US states only. 2002-2003

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[rufftup]

Major adjustments are made at the clutch arm @ the clutch basket, minor adjustments are made @ the lever. Check your free play at the clutch arm by moving it by hand. There should be a bit of free play there, i.e., slight slack in the cable. Not much, but enough to ensure the clutch isn't being engaged. If the slack seems excessive, tighten it up a bit, while leaving room for some fine tuning at the lever. It's a balancing act.

 

[rufftup]

P.S. Welcome to the forum
Got any pics of that new bike? We love bike porn around here

 

[mynameisthomas]

P.S. Welcome to the forum
Got any pics of that new bike? We love bike porn around here

hey ruff, thanks!

ill take it out this weekend and get some bright day shots that i can share on the forum
will also attempt to adjust the clutch based on lever free play- hopefully that sorts out the issue

 

[Islandboy]

Perhaps give the the clutch cable a good lube. Won’t hurt to lube the throttle cables as well. A syringe and light oil works well. I do it till it drips out the other end.
Welcome to the forum. Like ruff said. We all love a bit of bike porn here. The dirtier the better.

 

[mynameisthomas]

was able to adjust today, and changing gears feels better, another effect is that the engine to now sounds/runs better at low gears and low rpms

Perhaps give the the clutch cable a good lube. Won’t hurt to lube the throttle cables as well. A syringe and light oil works well. I do it till it drips out the other end.
Welcome to the forum. Like ruff said. We all love a bit of bike porn here. The dirtier the better.

the cables are covered in oil - but applying more wont hurt

more todo items
replace brake pads (front and rear)
reinstall orig tail/plate holder (i like it looking stock + law about mc plate lights)
replace front brake rotors (the right rotor has uneven wear causing the front end to shake during braking)
wash the bike and lube the chain
replace front and rear tires - looking at michelin road 5s

here are the shots i got today

 

[Islandboy]

Nice bike. Consider moving the sliders from the engine mounts to the frame. To avoid damaging the engine mounts in a fall.

 

[mynameisthomas]

that is another todo list yeap!

 

[K1w1Boy]

Can recommend Road 5's. Long life, excellent feel...

 

[rufftup]

One of the modifications I noticed the greatest improvement from was braided brake lines. You will be pleased.

 

[mynameisthomas]

will add that as a future upgrade, let me get used to the stock lines first then upgrade to get maximum effect on the upgrade

 

[Bryce919er]

What mufflers?

 

[mynameisthomas]

two brothers, has the pops during decel or downhill+engine braking
the pair mod has not been done yet, can it be done without the blockoff plates? nvm found an answer here (PAIR removal question)

 

[SlinkyHooligan]

One of the modifications I noticed the greatest improvement from was braided brake lines. You will be pleased.

Who sells the braided brake lines?

 

[rufftup]

Who sells the braided brake lines?

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I got the Galfers but the fit was less than optimum, imo. ymmv