newbie question: TTR 600 - problem changing gears, or is it just me?
Hi, I test rode a 2003 TTR 600 with 13000 km on the clock today. It looked pretty good, no scratches, motor's dry, minimum price on eBay is 2250 Euro. I am seriously considering buying it at that price for a Germany to Cape Town trip next spring. It'd be my first motorcycle.
Thing is, I had a problem shifting gears smoothly. The gear shift just didn't seem to move much up or down. I managed changing gears alright, there were no noises or whining in any gear, but it felt different from what I'm used to. The owner didn't seem to have any problems though, so I'm asking: Is this normal for a TTR or a Yamaha at that? I'm worried I'd have to spend a fortune on a transmission overhaul.
Thanks guys,
Julian
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