What Causes Gear Shift Jerkiness in Motorcycles?
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The sensation of jerkiness during gear shifts primarily stems from two aspects. Cause One: Hardware issues. Solution: Excessive clearance or damage to the cushion block, or a chain that is too long or has excessive clearance. These hardware problems can create intervals in engine power transmission, causing delayed transfer and resulting in abruptness and jerkiness. If hardware issues are confirmed, promptly replace the relevant components, as this not only affects comfort but also relates to safety. Cause Two: Improper operation by the rider. Solution: Holding the clutch lever for too long. When pulling the clutch lever to shift gears, the motorcycle is in a coasting deceleration state. If the clutch lever is not released promptly after shifting, the gear is higher while the speed decreases. Releasing the clutch lever at this point causes a mismatch between the engine crankshaft speed and the actual speed.