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« on: May 06, 2016, 10:35:36 AM » |
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I noticed the other day that the set screw that tightens the gear shift lever on the splines was loose. Looked at it and the threading for the set screw on the lever is stripped, like practically gone.
I should probably fix this before the splines start to get worn from the lever being on there loose...
I'm thinking I may need a new lever with threading intact. Any ideas where to order one for low $$? or maybe someone has a spare laying around from upgrading to a different shift lever kit...?
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« Reply #1 on: May 06, 2016, 11:00:49 AM » |
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« Reply #2 on: May 06, 2016, 01:10:05 PM » |
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How about a small bolt with a nut on the other side as a temp fix til you can get one? Just a thought.
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« Reply #3 on: May 06, 2016, 01:29:19 PM » |
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Plumbers tape on the splines can tide you over until the new one arrives.
Some have used a bit longer shift lever.... I think off the Honda Blackbird or some 1100 crotch rocket (anyone?). (a bit more peg available under the valve cover for bigger boots)
Can't be much price difference.
BTW, in your classified, you mentioned heel toe shifters. All those for valk use the existing shift lever, they don't replace it.
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« Reply #4 on: May 06, 2016, 02:33:48 PM » |
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Tie a string to it until it's permantely fixed.
Don't risk it falling off and going under your rear tire.
Dan
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Tfrank59
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« Reply #5 on: May 06, 2016, 04:56:16 PM » |
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I bought one for my bike on evilbay and it was only about 15 bucks
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« Reply #6 on: May 07, 2016, 03:51:45 AM » |
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Just buy a good quality bolt ( stainless ) and lock nut, drill out the old treads and install the new bolt, save you from buying a new lever.  |
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« Reply #7 on: May 07, 2016, 06:20:02 AM » |
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Drill and retap to next size up. Doesnt even have to be metric. The bolt with nut method works well too, I have done that one myself on my Kawasaki.
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« Reply #8 on: May 07, 2016, 12:19:38 PM » |
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Not sure but I think that if he drills and tap next size up the bolt might not go true the groove in the shaft.
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« Reply #9 on: May 07, 2016, 12:58:22 PM » |
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Yeah if you're going to repair it do it right. Drill and tap next size up and use grade 5 or higher. Wouldnt recommend stainless for this-go with oem
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« Reply #10 on: May 07, 2016, 09:42:29 PM » |
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Thanks for the input guys. Some good ideas on here. Will do the bolt and nut trick until i get a new one. This forum is the best.
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« Reply #11 on: May 08, 2016, 09:34:48 AM » |
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You need to keep a new bolt for drilled & recapped threads as small as possible in order to avoid a clearance problem with the machined retention groove on the shaft.
If the diameter is too large, the bolt will foul on the shaft and not engage the threaded side of the shifter.
My earlier comment re: shifter falling off was not casual conversation. Mine fell off but missed my tire. A following cager didn't miss it.
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« Reply #12 on: May 09, 2016, 07:10:33 AM » |
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Plumbers tape on the splines can tide you over until the new one arrives.
Some have used a bit longer shift lever.... I think off the Honda Blackbird or some 1100 crotch rocket (anyone?). (a bit more peg available under the valve cover for bigger boots)
Can't be much price difference.
BTW, in your classified, you mentioned heel toe shifters. All those for valk use the existing shift lever, they don't replace it.
I have the Blackbird shifter on mine. Best mod I have done and only $10 from ebay. |
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« Reply #13 on: May 10, 2016, 09:19:28 AM » |
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I think I paid $30 Canadian from the dealer for a new shift lever
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« Reply #14 on: May 11, 2016, 09:41:52 PM » |
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I noticed the other day that the set screw that tightens the gear shift lever on the splines was loose. Looked at it and the threading for the set screw on the lever is stripped, like practically gone.
I should probably fix this before the splines start to get worn from the lever being on there loose...
I'm thinking I may need a new lever with threading intact. Any ideas where to order one for low $$? or maybe someone has a spare laying around from upgrading to a different shift lever kit...?
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« Reply #15 on: May 13, 2016, 11:52:11 AM » |
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Putting a nut on a longer screw worked like a charm. Also discovered that I'm rocking the cbr1100xx shifter. Who knew.
Thanks again guys.
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