New Owner 97 M900

CarloL · 30-05-2017, 11:30 AM

Trying to select Neutral is a PITA lol , generally miss it 2-3 times back and forth to get it

Flip · 31-05-2017, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by CarloL

Trying to select Neutral is a PITA lol , generally miss it 2-3 times back and forth to get it

They can be a little awkward which isn't helped by the standard footrest/gear change linkage to be honest (rear sets make it much more direct and positive) but snicking it into neutral from second just before you come to a halt should make it easier for you.

Mr Gazza · 31-05-2017, 09:14 PM

Not sure if anyone has mentioned this further back, as I haven't read the read thoroughly, but.

Chain adjustment and condition is a big influence on gear selection smoothness.

Have a look at the sticker on the swinging arm and set the chain as close to 30mm freeplay as you can. revolve the wheel to find the tightest point in the chain and check the measurements there.
I use a steel tape from underneath and hook the tab on the top of the chain and then push it upwards with the chain. hold or lock the tape and let the chain go. The bottom of the chain should come down nicely to 30mm. I actually find it sweeter at 28mm at the tightest point, but go by the book to 30mm.

A worn or dry chain will effect the gears, as will hooked sprockets.

Flip · 31-05-2017, 09:25 PM

Good call on chain adjustment Mr G!

Bikes generally benefit from such things but Ducati's and older ones in particular, really do prefer to be 'just so' don't they?

31-05-2017, 09:14 PM	#3
Mr Gazza Lord of the Rings Join Date: May 2013 Location: Norwich Bike: M900sie Posts: 5,848	Not sure if anyone has mentioned this further back, as I haven't read the read thoroughly, but. Chain adjustment and condition is a big influence on gear selection smoothness. Have a look at the sticker on the swinging arm and set the chain as close to 30mm freeplay as you can. revolve the wheel to find the tightest point in the chain and check the measurements there. I use a steel tape from underneath and hook the tab on the top of the chain and then push it upwards with the chain. hold or lock the tape and let the chain go. The bottom of the chain should come down nicely to 30mm. I actually find it sweeter at 28mm at the tightest point, but go by the book to 30mm. A worn or dry chain will effect the gears, as will hooked sprockets. __________________

31-05-2017, 09:25 PM	#4
Flip Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Beachtown Bike: M900 Posts: 2,188	Good call on chain adjustment Mr G! Bikes generally benefit from such things but Ducati's and older ones in particular, really do prefer to be 'just so' don't they? __________________ You're perfect, yes, it's true- But without me you're only you!

30-05-2017, 11:30 AM	#1
CarloL Registered User Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Dublin Ireland Bike: M900 Posts: 298	Trying to select Neutral is a PITA lol , generally miss it 2-3 times back and forth to get it