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1981 Yamaha xs400

Posted: Wed May 09, 2007 7:27 am
by psbardella2000
Does anyone know why if the bike starts up runs fine but when it is put into gear it just dies what can be worng any help would be great thanks

Re: 1981 Yamaha xs400

Posted: Wed May 09, 2007 9:11 am
by storysunfolding
psbardella2000 wrote:Does anyone know why if the bike starts up runs fine but when it is put into gear it just dies what can be worng any help would be great thanks
Kick stand is down, or the sensor that picks up the kick stand being down is broken

Or the clutch cable need an adjustment

Put it on the centerstand. Turn it on and shift to first. If it dies, suspect the first, if it doesn't, suspect the 2nd.

Thuoghts from anyone else?