how do i adjust the shift shaft adjustment screw

[bansheejoel]

i was wondering how i adjust the elliptical screw for the clutch shift shaft with the clutch basket on. Is there a certain way to do this correct b/c i think its the cause of all of my shifting headachs. thanks

[NitroTate]

i was wondering how i adjust the elliptical screw for the clutch shift shaft with the clutch basket on. Is there a certain way to do this correct b/c i think its the cause of all of my shifting headachs. thanks

 

 

There's really no way (that I know of) to adjust it without draining the oil and pulling the clutch cover. It's the eccentric adjuster in the center of the clutch pressure plate that you have to get to.

 

fraid you'll have to drain er...

[dajogejr]

He said with the basket on, not the side cover...

 

Yes...the eccentric is behind the basket, lower left if you're looking at it. You want the fingers to be evenly spaced between the adjustment screw, if that makes sense. I don't know how to properly explain it any better...sorry.

[NitroTate]

He said with the basket on, not the side cover...

 

Yes...the eccentric is behind the basket, lower left if you're looking at it. You want the fingers to be evenly spaced between the adjustment screw, if that makes sense. I don't know how to properly explain it any better...sorry.

 

 

Doh, sorry didn't catch that... hehe

 

and I also misworded, the eccentric is the slotted bolt with the lock nut to the left of the basket. I accidently was speaking of the freeplay adjuster.

 

Sorry, streak-o-retard today...

[BellicoseBanshee]

If you have a manual, it is explained, with good pictures and illustrations, at the end of chapter 5 (Engine Lower End) and chapter 6 (Clutch, etc.). I have only done it with the clutch assembly removed. If it can be done with the clutch installed, I would suspect it would be difficult to do, because the idler gear is in the way. :ermm:

 

EDIT: The shift shaft has a plate on the end of it, with a window, and two spring ends in the window. The adjust bolt sits between the spring ends in the window. When the adjust bolt is turned, it moves the end of the shift shaft plate up and down.

 

The shift shaft plate has another small plate with a hook on each end, and the hooks turn the shift drum using the pins on the shaft star. With the transmaission in any gear but neutral, look at the gap between the upper hook and pin and the lower hook and pin. Turn the adjust bolt until the dimensions between both pins and the hooks are equal. That is the best that I can explain it.

 

The adjust bolt has a jam nut and a tabbed lock washer. Pulling the clutch assembly will be your best bet.

Edited April 8, 2008 by BellicoseBanshee

[bansheejoel]

i already have my clutch off i just need to take off the basket. Is the basket pressed on? or if i get the nut loose it will pull off? With it being loose and not having the right adjustment and bolt in there would that cause it to shift goofy...thanks

[J-Madd]

You'll need a 22mm socket (I think) and an impact gun to remove it, most likely. It can be done with a strap wrench to hold the basket still, but it's a pain in the ass. The basket will slide right off once the nut is removed.

[98_shee]

You'll need a 22mm socket (I think) and an impact gun to remove it, most likely. It can be done with a strap wrench to hold the basket still, but it's a pain in the ass. The basket will slide right off once the nut is removed.

 

 

I think its a 32mm socket or an 1 1/4.

[bansheejoel]

well i managed to get my basket off now i have to try and find that ellipical screw...that screw must have a oval head on it i take it so the plate can be adjusted up or down..right? also whats the best way to measure in between the two hooks to make sure that its correct..thanks

Edited April 8, 2008 by bansheejoel