Ok, second one... It's getting really hard to select neutral when stationary; if I select it as I roll to a halt, it's fine, but once stationary, it just the "1st-2nd-1st-2nd" routine, up and down. Whilst performing this tap-dance, the gear-lever is pretty stiff to move from 1st to 2nd, as well, altho' it's ok on the move...

Adjust your clutch, sounds like it's dragging.

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Primary chain adjustment is pretty crucial too

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I had this problem on S1WL in conjunction with a well knackered detent plate giving false neutrals. If clutch adjustment don't work it could be a damaged pressure plate, not too difficult or expensive to fix.

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Yup.. adjusted clutch, seems ok. Must admit, I've never had call to tweak the clutch before (tho' I check the primary regularly) - it was a surprisingly "subtle" adjustment. BTW, do I recall it being said that clutch cables for tubers were scarce/expensive? If so mebbe I'll take a trip to Venhill for a spare... mine's original, so 10-yrs old, now.....

Venhill wont make them......I already tried.

Fit an XB cable, 39 quid and teflon lined.

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Good for something then?

Cheers, Richard.

Anybody experienced this on an XB12s. I have touble selecting neutral after the bike is fully warmed up and the gear change is stiff between 1st and 2nd. I will check primary chain and clutch adjustment but am worried that it is something deeper

Primary cover clutch actuator shelf?

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Basket bearing ?

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00 M2
01 X1
03 P3
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And over the space of three years, the price has nearly doubled...

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Who are you calling 'basket bearing'
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Thanks Maz I'll check.

I had two clutch covers break in the early dsys with the XB. I'll certainly take a close look.

The problem only happens after a long fast ride. I commute from Torquay to Exeter every day. If I give it loads on the way home the problem is worse tonight was more sedate no sign of stiff gear change or difficult neutral selection.

I will check all of the above.

Thanks all

Ok think I've found the problem. Clutch case full of mayonnaise

I think the water got in down the cable.

Doubt very much that the mayo is causing your issue.

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96 S2T
98 S1W
00 M2
01 X1
03 P3
10 CR