Ehcbr125 Posted November 2, 2020 Posted November 2, 2020 Hi Guys, yet another issue when riding Gladys! Was in 4th gear and the bike didn’t really lose power. It finally dropped to about 25mph but didn’t big out or stall or anything. That can’t be normal. Any ideas? Thanks in advance Quote
iangaryprice Posted November 2, 2020 Posted November 2, 2020 Are you sure it was engine related. Could be a binding brake. If it does it again check the discs/drums for excess heat - be careful not to burn yourself.Other quick checks worth doing - make sure nothong is blocking the air intake. I left a rag under the seat once and i got sucked into the air intake. Open the filler cap - if you hear a gush of air - you may have a blocked tank vent. Quote
WD-40 Posted November 2, 2020 Posted November 2, 2020 Might not be relevant to your bike but if you google Suzuki Gladius 650 recall there's a few recalls for that model bike. Might be worth checking your one here https://bikes.suzuki.co.uk/owners/check-outstanding-recall/ Quote
Mississippi Bullfrog Posted November 3, 2020 Posted November 3, 2020 Sounds like the clutch is slipping. Check the adjustment first. Quote
Bender Posted November 3, 2020 Posted November 3, 2020 Sounds like the clutch is slipping. Check the adjustment first. Did revs increase or stay same as speed went down? Quote
Ehcbr125 Posted November 5, 2020 Author Posted November 5, 2020 Hi guys. Sorry I’ve been so busy and only just got back online. I’ll post individual replies now Quote
Ehcbr125 Posted November 5, 2020 Author Posted November 5, 2020 Are you sure it was engine related. Could be a binding brake. If it does it again check the discs/drums for excess heat - be careful not to burn yourself.Other quick checks worth doing - make sure nothong is blocking the air intake. I left a rag under the seat once and i got sucked into the air intake. Open the filler cap - if you hear a gush of air - you may have a blocked tank vent. Just assumed it was engine related given previous issues. Brakes seem fine but will check for excess heat after a ride tomorrow. No obvious signs of air in take blockage but am considering changing it anyway to be safe. Also no air in fuel tank Quote
Ehcbr125 Posted November 5, 2020 Author Posted November 5, 2020 Might not be relevant to your bike but if you google Suzuki Gladius 650 recall there's a few recalls for that model bike. Might be worth checking your one here https://bikes.suzuki.co.uk/owners/check-outstanding-recall/ Thank you. I have checked the list and no recalls thankfully! Quote
Ehcbr125 Posted November 5, 2020 Author Posted November 5, 2020 Sounds like the clutch is slipping. Check the adjustment first. I have wondered about the clutch and if it could be related. It had adjustable racing levers on it. I’ve just checked and it’s on 1. Would it be worth bringing down to 2 or 3? Could this contribute to a loss in power too? Quote
Ehcbr125 Posted November 5, 2020 Author Posted November 5, 2020 Sounds like the clutch is slipping. Check the adjustment first. Did revs increase or stay same as speed went down? I’m pretty sure they stayed the same Quote
Bender Posted November 5, 2020 Posted November 5, 2020 If clutch is slipping the revs will rise but the speed won't edpeciayon a steep hill Quote
Mississippi Bullfrog Posted November 5, 2020 Posted November 5, 2020 But if the revs stay the same and bike slows down then it suggests the clutch is slipping.The adjustment of the lever position shouldn't make enough difference, it's the cable adjustment that matters. You ought to have a few millimetres of free play at the lever before the cable takes up tension. Quote
Ehcbr125 Posted November 6, 2020 Author Posted November 6, 2020 Right okay. I have got you now. I’ll take a look and see what’s occurring with the cable! Thank you! Quote
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