First ride 6dayz

Synergy-Seals · #1 10-22-2011, 11:53 PM

Got put in a good enduring ride today on my 2011auto six Dayz.....awesome bike.

So what is up with the clutch. Why is it so grabby? It it an oil flow issue?

Rob

john01 · #2 10-23-2011, 07:36 AM

Mine isn't grabby but will squalk every once in a while. There is a long thread on the clutch from months ago and I think it was just a harmonics issue. It may have had something to do with oil flow also just can't remember.

I know the bottom line was don't worry about it they a very tough and last a long long time. I also know Clay said the new 12's had a revised cover etc. that should stop the squalking. So which Six Day do you have?

mikemoto · #3 10-23-2011, 08:04 AM

Barnett basket fixed mine

stainlesscycle · #4 10-23-2011, 08:16 AM

play with the adjuster at the master cylinder. basically the lever throw needs to be as long as possible. and back the clutch lever stop way way out.

also - what fluid are you running in the trans?

i've never had one squawk yet. i have had grabby for sure though. adjusting the lever made it much better. it is also possible tht bleeding the system will make a better feel - but try adjustment first...

there's a thread for clutch issue - also i noticed my 07 has holes in the spring pockets for oil flow. the earlier models i have do not. if you watch the progression of changes with the basket/hub/etc it looks like gg has been progressively searching for a squawk fix...

husley · #5 10-23-2011, 10:56 AM

The plates just need some "ranch abuse" and then they will behave

boyscout · #6 10-23-2011, 12:01 PM

Read Berky Boy's post concerning this. I did everything he suggested (machined basket, drilled 36 holes in the hub, and started using Rotella), it helped tremendously. I made the holes in the inner basket about twice the size they were stock. No more noise and way less grabby.

Synergy-Seals · #7 10-23-2011, 05:43 PM

My ride is a 300.
I was going to change out the fluid with Mobil red cap synthetic first.
I will look into adjustment also.
I only notice it when the bike is hot.
It seems like an oil thing.

Thanks everyone.

Btw...the bike is awesome! It holds the ground like velcro

Clay · #8 10-24-2011, 08:54 AM

There is a new clutch cover on the 12's that will fit the older models. It has a funnel kind of shape built into it that is supposed to channel oil into the clutch much better. I was told that this would help give the clutch lever a lighter feel and better longetivity.

Synergy-Seals · #9 10-24-2011, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clay

There is a new clutch cover on the 12's that will fit the older models. It has a funnel kind of shape built into it that is supposed to channel oil into the clutch much better. I was told that this would help give the clutch lever a lighter feel and better longetivity.

Clay. Can I order one now?