leatal
Turbocharged
After reading the problems some have had with gear selection, I have to ask the masses as to best technique for moving into first gear when stopping and going. I usually use engine compression to slow, then gear down into neutral when down to walking speed. Once stopped, I drop into first to take off. I notice when going from neutral to first at a stop, there is a clunk when the gear is engaged. If I gear down into first when coasting down, it is smooth as butter, but I have to hold the clutch lever in until going again. I wonder which technique causes more wear and tear on the transmission? The clunking into first at a stop (can't be good for the dog ears), or the clutch lever being in while at a prolonged stop (can't be good for the clutch). The beast does well going through the gears and has never jumped out of gear. The only grip I have is the rattling of the throw out lever (whatever it is called), when in neutral at idle with clutch lever released. Maybe you guys with higher mileage bikes or those who have knowledge of this transmission can chime in and share your technique/knowledge?