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Old 06-20-2009, 01:23 PM
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I ride 2t GG bike not the 4t but have a lot of experience in road racing bikes and clutches. I've run into problems like you describe by running the incorrect engine oil. The clutch uses oil to lubricate. Clutches on some bikes need a friction modifier to help the plates slip and not drag with the clutch engaged, you might see this on cars with a limited slip diff. They use a friction modifier to help the rear diff plates from chattering when you go around a corner, Ford is a good example. M/C clutches are similar,. It may be wise to go to your local m/c store Cycle Gear or whatever and purchase some m/c synthetic oil. Or go to Auto Zone, they sell Mobil 1 m/c 4t racing oil cheaper than the m/c stores. This oil is specific to work with m/c clutches. I like Motoex or Mobil one.

Beyond that all bikes, especialy Euro bikes have clutch drag, don't make too much of this. I rode KTM's for years and now GG for 4 years and they all drag, that's why it's hard to find neutral. On ktm you can't find neutral unless the engine is shut down due to clutch drag, i've never had a clutch failure on a KTM or GG and i abuse the s**t out of the clutch.

Try oil and enjoy.....
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