Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Technical, Bike forums > Kawasaki Tech
Kawasaki Tech Kawasaki Tech Forum - For Questions specific and of interest to Kawasaki riders only.
Photo by Andy Miller, UK, Taking a rest, Jokulsarlon, Iceland

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Andy Miller, UK,
Taking a rest,
Jokulsarlon, Iceland



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 22 Mar 2007
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 40
KLR 650 gearbox - HELP!

I can't shift gears! The lever moves but does nothing. Clutch fine, currently stuck in 3rd so the bike is still mobile, even if the starter and the clutch are getting hammered.

Has anyone seen this before, and can give me hints before I take it apart?
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 23 Mar 2007
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Cape Town RSA
Posts: 87
KLR gearbox

Hello There.

Has the bike got enough oil in?

Regards
__________________
Pleco

If its stupid, but it works, it aint stupid.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 23 Mar 2007
sebjones906's Avatar
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: So.Cal.
Posts: 30
Quote:
Originally Posted by IanElsley View Post
I can't shift gears! The lever moves but does nothing. Clutch fine, currently stuck in 3rd so the bike is still mobile, even if the starter and the clutch are getting hammered.

Has anyone seen this before, and can give me hints before I take it apart?
I have no idea but you should ask the question on
Home <This guy knows everything about a KLR and does a tech day>
KLR650.NET - Kawasaki KLR650 Forums
MADS_KLR650 : MADS_KLR650
Login
DSN_KLR650 : DualSportNews' KLR650 Discussion List
__________________
Sam Jones
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 24 Mar 2007
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 40
Quote:
Originally Posted by Pleco View Post
Hello There.

Has the bike got enough oil in?

Regards
No problem with oil
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 24 Mar 2007
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: cardigan,wales
Posts: 249
Sounds like the small spring on the selector quadrant fork has broken.This keeps the quadrant(which is part of the gear selector shaft)in contact with the selector drum.On a lot of bikes you can get to this without really major strip-down,though i can't remember if this is so on the KLR.You'll need to remove the clutch cover,clutch unit complete and it should be behind that.If you're out on the road and can't get the correct spring,a good source is to find an old scrapper car and rob one of the small,light throttle return springs.
If however the selector quadrant isn't behind the clutch,then i'm affraid you'll need to split the engine casings.
Jon.
__________________
Just going for a short ride on my bike....
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 24 Mar 2007
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: belgium
Posts: 83
gearbox

dont worry , you will not need to split the engine. if you take out the clutch? you can remove the gearselector .
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 26 Mar 2007
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Posts: 303
The clutch will have to come out. Besides that it's a minor operation.
Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
excellent oil for gearbox vincent danna BMW Tech 1 25 Sep 2008 20:22
R80 GS gearbox problems gsworkshop BMW Tech 18 10 Sep 2006 12:26
excellent oil for gearbox vincent danna Equipping the Bike - what's the best gear? 0 10 Apr 2005 18:42
Question Gearbox Oils moderationmike Equipping the Overland Vehicle 4 9 Jul 2003 18:06
BWM R80GS - gearbox - looked in 2nd gear Jurgen BMW Tech 7 6 Aug 2002 16:05

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now
, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

  • Virginia: April 24-27 2025
  • Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
  • Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
  • CanWest: July 10-13 2025
  • Switzerland: Date TBC
  • Ecuador: Date TBC
  • Romania: Date TBC
  • Austria: Sept. 11-15
  • California: September 18-21
  • France: September 19-21 2025
  • Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.




All times are GMT +1. The time now is 16:09.