Gearshift Lever Alignment

[Rokketman]

I have already done a search with no success. I am trying to see if there is anything that tells you how to correctly align the gearshift lever on the splined shaft. Mine came off and now I am wondering how to correctly align it. I looked at some pictures posted and it closely resembles them. Just wondering if there is something specific for the alignment.

 

[mike1180]

That is something that is usually adjusted to fit the rider.
Put it back on where it is most comfortable for you.
I try and make mine so my foot does not have to leave the peg to make a shift, and is comfortable.
IMO

 

[Mr Bogus]

only issue you need to watch for is on the down stroke.. if adjusted to far down it hits the kickstand (usually a buell peg mod problem) otherwise, find the spot where it does not hit the kickstand, go up a notch and see how it feels..

 

[Aquaman]

You're not serious are you? Put it back on to how it feels comfortable and has no issues hitting anything.

 

[BA BUSA]

??? Just put it back on there and check for clearance

 

[Rokketman]

Thanks for all the answers. I had already put it back on there and have been riding it. Just wanted to make sure there was not "certain way" to put it on.

 

[Liltroy]

I actually adjust mine according to what shoes I'm wearing. If I've got on the combat boots, I adjust it up 2 splines so I can easily get my foot under it. If I've got on my racing boots or (god forbid) tennis shoes, then I lower it back down. the lower position is usually where it stays though as I really dont like to ride in anything but my racing boots unless I know I'm going somewhere where I'll be doing alot of walking.

 

[luccaRSA]

I have same problem. In stock position I do miss some gears sometimes, so I decided to drop it 1 tooth. Know riding with CATs my foot is blocked by side stand. Someone told me to use that shaft which connects footpeg with front shaft but I don't know if that will work. Any ideas? Adjusting on the shaft directly lever is too low. Should I do some mods to it? Please help. thx

 

[BusaWizard]

It's a matter of personal preference.

 

[Liltroy]

It's a matter of personal preference.

+1......


and yes, you can make fine adjustments with the shift rod, although I cant really understand how you couldnt find a comfy position with just the splines???