9. CLUTCH/GEAR SHIFT MECHANISM K-PIPE 125
TROUBLESHOOTING
Faulty clutch operation can usually be corrected by adjusting the clutch.
Clutch slips when accelerating
· Faulty clutch lifter mechanism
· Discs worn
· Weak spring
· Incorrect clutch adjustment
Clutch will not disengage
· Faulty clutch lifter
· Incorrect clutch adjustment
· Plates warped
ATC creeps with engine idling
· Faulty centrifugal clutch
Clutch operation feels rough
· Rough manual clutch outer slots
· Worn or damaged centrifugal clutch shoes or drum
Gearshift pedal will not return
· Weak or broken gearshift spindle return spring
· Binding gearshift spindle
Hard to shift
· Gearshift spindle damaged
· Stopper plate and pin damaged
· Stopper plate bolt loosened
· Clutch adjustment incorrect
Transmission jumps out of gear
· Stopper arm damaged
· Stopper plate damaged
· Stopper plate bolt loosen
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