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Old July 16th, 2019, 01:40 PM   #9
jkv45
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Name: Jay
Location: WI
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Motorcycle(s): '06 SV650n, '00 Derbi GPR, '64 CA77 Dream 305, '70 CL450 Scrambler, numerous dirt bikes

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Originally Posted by jdnightfox View Post
The battery is old but still charges up and stays at a good voltage after riding for a bit

It’s the same oil I had previously, 20w-50 full synthetic


It didn’t want to go into first gear when I first tried, I had to rock it a bit and then it finally went down
A battery that doesn't stay at 100% charged will give you trouble, and may even cause odd running problems.

I wouldn't run a 20W-50 - no need for it in a water cooled engine. Heavy oil moves heat away slower, and has no benefit unless you are on a Big Twin stuck in traffic.

Make sure the clutch cable is adjusted properly. They are also known to fray and stretch, which keeps changing the adjustment until it finally snaps.

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