LIVINtheLIFE
XS650 New Member
First off I’d like to say I know the clutch adjustment has been beat to death, that’s not the purpose of this post so bare with me. I’m restoring a 650D. I’ve got all new controls, cables, changed to the 1-piece clutch push rod, etc. Bike runs great, it shifts through all the gears great, the clutch worm gear and cable at the perch are adjusted properly but I still can’t find neutral while the bike is running, hot or cold. I have to reach down with my throttle hand and actually pull hard to get to neutral from first at a stop, but while riding/rolling and when bike is off I can find all gears and neutral fine. With little research I’ve come to the conclusion it could be the needle bearing/thrust washer worn. The bike only has 14,000 original kilometres, it’s been stored most of its life, so I don’t think spending the money on a complete overhaul is necessary. But in saying that while I’ve got the side cover off and it apart to replace the bearing, what else should I replace or update while I’m in there? I’ve never had one of these clutches apart but I don’t wanna miss anything in terms of parts or tools needed in my order. I’d rather do it once and do it right. Thanks.