[KillBill]

So, I was just on my bike, heading home from work
and something funny started happening.

While cruising at about 75 (6K RPM) I let off the throttle
completely and i started to feel something slip...or not catch.
I did it several times to make sure it wasn't just something in the road etc.
Same thing. At lower speeds it is not as noticeable.
I am thinking it is just a loose chain? The last time I had it tightened was about 6k ago. I do not lube/wax my chain as much as I should

Bike has about 17K on the clock...2006 GSX-R 600

I would really appreciate some responses/ideas/suggestions guys.

Thank you in advance

[Cheese-GSXR]

#1 - I know the 06 750 has a slipper clutch but I'm not sure about the 600. That means it's supposed to slip if you dump the throttle.

#2 - 17K miles and poor chain maintenance could mean a stretched chain or worn sprocket. Put it up on a rear stand and inspect the sprocket. You can also spin the wheel by hand and see if the chain rides up on the sprocket at any point.

[ZX-12R]

Does it slip when you get on the throttle hard?

[bergs]

Originally Posted by KillBill

Bike has about 17K on the clock...2006 GSX-R 600

There's the problem.....your bike's clapped out!

I'll give you $500 for it...

[KillBill]

Originally Posted by Cheese-GSXR

#1 - I know the 06 750 has a slipper clutch but I'm not sure about the 600. That means it's supposed to slip if you dump the throttle.

#2 - 17K miles and poor chain maintenance could mean a stretched chain or worn sprocket. Put it up on a rear stand and inspect the sprocket. You can also spin the wheel by hand and see if the chain rides up on the sprocket at any point.

Originally Posted by ZX-12R

Does it slip when you get on the throttle hard?

The 600 also has a slipper clutch I believe. I don't have a rear stand.

I did inspect the sprocket to see if any of the teeth were "shark finned" but they seem to look good.
The chain however does seem to be sagging a little bit.

If the chain is stretched, is tightening possible or at 17k maybe a new one would be the best solution

ZX-12R - Bill

It does not slip at all when accelerating

[KillBill]

Originally Posted by bergs

There's the problem.....your bike's clapped out!

I'll give you $500 for it...

ok.....deal
















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