Noticeable noise when shifting from 1st to 2nd

[93gc40]

Originally Posted by number13

My Shadow does that also, but I have been able to almost eliminate the noise and clash by placing a little upward pressure on the shift pedal just before clutching/shifting into 2nd. Try it!

I find CLUTCHLESS shifting is much quieter on mine. As far as upshifts go.... Most cruiser and tourer transmisions tend not to be suitable for clutchless down shifting though, wide ratios. Thats where shifter pedal pressure/support is helpfull.

[withoutatrout]

Thanks for the input, I think I just get a little worried when my shifter gets loose and it gets pretty darn loud

[utahmike]

Hey guys mine (97 shadow spirit 1100c) makes noise too but it isn't a clunk sound, more like a ratchet sound. Sometimes it is the mild clunk for a while, then goes to the ratching sound...is this normal too

[gat803]

Originally Posted by utahmike

Hey guys mine (97 shadow spirit 1100c) makes noise too but it isn't a clunk sound, more like a ratchet sound. Sometimes it is the mild clunk for a while, then goes to the ratching sound...is this normal too

A ratchet sound suggests grinding gears. Possible clutch adjustment needed or something else going on. Can you give a little more detail?? What oil is in the engine? Does it happen all the time? Cold or warm engine? Rider experience?

[Scrapdog2grand]

Originally Posted by gat803

A ratchet sound suggests grinding gears. Possible clutch adjustment needed or something else going on. Can you give a little more detail?? What oil is in the engine? Does it happen all the time? Cold or warm engine? Rider experience?

I would second those statments,Cluch cable adjustment, Oil, or May need to be a little firmer and quicker on the shift.