Reply To: 2008 gv250. Cuts out when putting into gear

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Also saggy chains and worn pivots between the gear shift assemblies can do that too.

So ,

• Grease all over the metal moving parts involved with the gear linkages.  Because its a GV, add a very very thin washer under the “C-CLIP” that holds the gear foot lever at the front of the bike. it will keep it straight than being wonky.
• Check chain slack is good  (off the stand) and while it is also on side stand, you want the chain also straight , use a straight ruler or laser light to check.
• Squeeze the chain with your hand, if the swing arm moves or chain carrier hub moves,  then consider bearings in either swing or chain carrier hub or the rubber cushions under the sprocket carrier hub.

  Just tips that have also helped me maintain smooth transitions for gear changes and neutral.   Sometimes its worth making the sure the “engine ARM” behind the exhaust pipe is against the sprocket cover when in neutral , then re-adjust the clutch cable at the front handle bar lever 🙂

  If cable has stretched (front lever adjuster is near max or half-way), replace cable.

Worst case is just a fresh clutch system overhaul.  (everything inside the clutch basket, ie. tired springs, plates, warped metal discs etc… if its been so many miles / years with the same clutch)