
clutch problem
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clutch problem
Hello, I have a problem here I have a v star 1100 classic and I've recently gone through a lot of repairs , now I have a new problem. When I let out my clutch to ride in first gear my bike stalls out. Has anyone ever had this problem and can maybe direct me into the right direction I would be gratefully appreciative 

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Re: clutch problem
Need a LOT more description.pollytrew wrote:Hello, I have a problem here I have a v star 1100 classic and I've recently gone through a lot of repairs , now I have a new problem. When I let out my clutch to ride in first gear my bike stalls out. Has anyone ever had this problem and can maybe direct me into the right direction I would be gratefully appreciative
This is what would happen if you'd never ridden a motorcycle or used a manual transmission before.
Ron
Current: 1988 BMW R100GS (the 'numberplate' model)
Past: 1987 Yamaha XT350
1983 Honda CB900F
1980 Honda XL185S
1979 Suzuki GS425E
Current: 1988 BMW R100GS (the 'numberplate' model)
Past: 1987 Yamaha XT350
1983 Honda CB900F
1980 Honda XL185S
1979 Suzuki GS425E
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Re: clutch problem
Hello Bobby and welcome to the forum. Check your sidestand safety switch.
People say I'm stupid and apathetic. I don't know what that means, and I don't care.

Always wear a helmet, eye protection, and protective clothing. Never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Always wear a helmet, eye protection, and protective clothing. Never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
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Re: clutch problem
Sidestand safety switch- yep.
Bike I've had kill the motor by sensing bike in gear with sidestand down. No clutch interaction. But those are just the bikes I've owned.
I'd forgotten about those. (The BMW has a big spring that pulls up the sidestand if you take a little weight off of it. Which is why I don't leave it on sidestand in public. Somebody messing with the bike even a little bit might have it roll over on its side for them.)
Bike I've had kill the motor by sensing bike in gear with sidestand down. No clutch interaction. But those are just the bikes I've owned.
I'd forgotten about those. (The BMW has a big spring that pulls up the sidestand if you take a little weight off of it. Which is why I don't leave it on sidestand in public. Somebody messing with the bike even a little bit might have it roll over on its side for them.)
Ron
Current: 1988 BMW R100GS (the 'numberplate' model)
Past: 1987 Yamaha XT350
1983 Honda CB900F
1980 Honda XL185S
1979 Suzuki GS425E
Current: 1988 BMW R100GS (the 'numberplate' model)
Past: 1987 Yamaha XT350
1983 Honda CB900F
1980 Honda XL185S
1979 Suzuki GS425E
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Re: clutch problem
Did you give it gas when trying to let the clutch out?
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Current bike - 2005 Kawasaki Z750S
MMI Graduation date January 9th, 2009. Factory Certifications in Suzuki and Yamaha