hmm ive never noticed any of those problems with my r3. but then again this is my first bike so i dont really have anything to compare it too haha
hmm ive never noticed any of those problems with my r3. but then again this is my first bike so i dont really have anything to compare it too hahaI'm looking to get an R3, however, a couple of issues cropped up while on a test ride.
One issue is that the engine is somewhat vibey at idle, and seems to keep at that level in the background as the rev's go up.
The second issue has to do with the transmission. I find the shifting from 1st, or 2nd, balky/notchy at times. I have read that it was supposedly be positive and smooth.
Are these issues only pertains to this test-bike, or that's how the R3 is.
In comparison to the test-bike, the Ninja 300 engine feels more refined and smoother. This can be said with the shifting as well. I did not rev past 7500 rpm on the R3 test-bike.
Forum's consensus would be appreciated.
i do notice that shifting is a little clunky as im shifting into 2nd or downshifting to 1st other than that its fairly smoothThanks your reply. A data point is a data point.
The bad shifting wasn't as subjective. I had to make a couple of attempts to shift into the next gear. If you did not experience any difficulties in shifting into the next higher gear, that's a good sign.
Good choice of a first bike, sure beats the CBR250 I started out withhmm ive never noticed any of those problems with my r3. but then again this is my first bike so i dont really have anything to compare it too haha
Try a couple different thingsProblem I have is if I pop to neutral at a red light when it goes green and I try to go to first the bike usually won't do it. I know I press the lever down hard but it just doesn't go.
I am very guilty of #3 just to avoid not being able to pop into gear. The able has been adjusted by a tech at a local bike meet at the dealer where I had gotten the bike. So time to try #2 . Thanks MavTry a couple different things
1) Adjust your clutch cable to Operating Manual specs (10-15mm at end of lever) Its very easy to do.
2) Roll the bike forward or back slightly before selecting first while the clutch is pulled in
3) Dont sit holding the clutch in, only pull the clutch in right before you go to select first.
I was experiencing this as well and it was very frustrating, I now check my adjustments weekly and dont hold the clutch in at lights and it drops to first 95% of the time.
this use to happen to me as well. i found it easier to get to first by rolling the bike slightly forward while taping down on the lever at the same timeProblem I have is if I pop to neutral at a red light when it goes green and I try to go to first the bike usually won't do it. I know I press the lever down hard but it just doesn't go.
I agree with the 2nd to 3rd shifting. I experience the same. Hard shifts sometimes and at times it shifts perfectly smooth. All other gears shifts are smooth. Still not narrowed down what it is. I'm gonna pay attention now to the shift lever sitting free since you mentioned it.over 1200KM and I can attest to not always a smooth shift. I notice it on 2 to 3 vs 1 to 2.
I blame it more on carelessly not completely letting the shift lever sit free (top of foot rests against it), then I will have a missed/notchy 2 to 3 shift.
If Im sure to relax my foot after my 1 to 2 shift and not put any load on the shift lever at all it will shift butter smooth from 2 to 3.
Just what Ive noticed personally.
Could just be the clutch cable needed adjustment on the demo. Could also just be in my head but I find it shifts smoother after a fresh oil change as well.
As for vibes... Im very happy with how seemingly vibeless this motor is compared to any other dirt bike/atv Ive ever ridden.
Try slipping the clutch a little bit while holding down on the shifter. Some transmission movement will let the gears mesh properly and let you shift into firstProblem I have is if I pop to neutral at a red light when it goes green and I try to go to first the bike usually won't do it. I know I press the lever down hard but it just doesn't go.