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Re: Hard to downshift when cold

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HotRodZilla wrote: ↑Sat Nov 04, 2017 6:01 pm
Redfish wrote: ↑Sat Nov 04, 2017 2:36 pm Ride Reports suck.
Oh, whaaaaah. Here we go...
I'm sorry. Did my words offend you? I can send you a Hurt Feelings Report. :twisted:
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Re: Hard to downshift when cold

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Well I removed the clutch plates and cleaned everything, put a good coat of oil on everything and reinstalled. Bike shifts silky smooth now. I was surprised at how dry the plates were, especially towards the motor. Thanks to everyone for the advice.
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Re: Hard to downshift when cold

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Boozer wrote: ↑Sat Nov 04, 2017 1:08 pm ...In couple of years when I retire I'm moving south so I wont have to deal with a no ride season.
I hear Arizona is awesome!
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Re: Hard to downshift when cold

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It looks like it will be NE Arkansas. My parents are getting on a bit and I would like to be closer. Will still have an off season, but I might snowbird a little farter south.
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Re: Hard to downshift when cold

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You don't have to go far from NE Arkansas to hit the "no snow" line.
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Re: Hard to downshift when cold

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Boozer wrote: ↑Thu Nov 16, 2017 12:10 pm It looks like it will be NE Arkansas. My parents are getting on a bit and I would like to be closer. Will still have an off season, but I might snowbird a little farter south.
Mountain View/Allison area looks awesome!
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