gear shifting and rpm's

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Originally Posted by Rebel Rider

2005 Honda REbel just got it from dealer May 2008, would I need to worry about oil change yet? It doesn't have high mileage. I thought I didn't have to do oil change for sometime according to owners manual like 3000 miles, I will check my manual again.

I would do an oil change at least once a year if not twice regardless of the miles, but that is just me. I cannot remember what the recommended oil change is on my bike mainly because mileage wise I will not go over 3000 without an oil change, but then again that is me. Now when I got my Shadow it was not ready for an oil change, but that was the first thing I did because then I knew what kind of oil was in it, plus it gave me the chance to examine the old oil for sludge and debris. I am just way too picky on changing oil on a car, bike, or lawn equipment, but I consider it cheap insurance.

Now whether yours need an oil change I do not know, but that and the age of the bike was the first two things that popped in my head on questions. Of course was the oil changed after the break in period. Check your oil level, and look to see if the oil looks burnt or milky looking. Also check your clutch lever to see if is pulling in far enough.

Have you noticed any patterns in your shifting problem? What ever your speed you should still be able to shift all the way up with the clutch fully in, so look for patterns and listen to any noise as it goes into gear.