What Causes a Motorcycle Gear to Get Stuck and Unable to Shift?
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Gear lever malfunction; broken shift hook spring; faulty shift drum or star gear. Below are relevant details: Avoid: Avoid downshifting at high speeds, as it can damage the gears and may even require opening the gearbox for repairs; Avoid starting in a high gear, as it can harm the engine and reduce its lifespan; Avoid improper throttle closure during shifting. Introduction: For a normal start on a step-through motorcycle, the engine should be warmed up first. After the idle stabilizes, shift from neutral to first gear, then gradually accelerate to start. Motorcycles are powered by gasoline engines and are two- or three-wheeled vehicles steered by handlebars. They are lightweight, flexible, and fast, widely used for patrols, passenger and cargo transport, and also as sports equipment. Motorcycles are categorized into street bikes, road racing motorcycles, off-road motorcycles, cruisers, and touring bikes.