Why Does the Motorcycle Stall When Shifting Gears?
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Motorcycle stalling when shifting gears can be caused by improper clutch adjustment, high oil viscosity, excessive component wear, etc. Improper clutch adjustment: Incomplete clutch disengagement. It is necessary to adjust the spacing of the clutch cable. The free travel of the clutch handle should be between 1-3 millimeters. If the stalling issue persists after adjustment, check if there is an internal clutch malfunction. High oil viscosity: If the motorcycle hasn't been started for a long time, the clutch pressure plate and friction disc may stick together, leading to poor separation. Consider switching to winter-grade oil or try starting in 5th gear before shifting to 1st gear. Component wear: Wear on the clutch friction disc and pressure plate sliding grooves. Repair the worn grooves on the clutch housing and main shaft to resolve the issue.
I've encountered this situation a few times, usually when the engine suddenly stalls, especially when starting in first gear. The most common reason is the clutch not being fully engaged or released too quickly, causing the engine RPM to drop and stall. Another issue could be the idle speed being set too low, making the engine unable to maintain operation when the load increases during gear shifting. Additionally, if the motorcycle has faulty electronic sensors, such as the neutral sensor not detecting the correct signal, the system may misjudge and cause a stall. Problems with the fuel system or ignition system can also trigger stalling when shifting gears. I remember one time, it was because my bike's chain was too tight or too loose, causing poor transmission, which was quite dangerous and nearly made me fall after stalling. It's recommended to start with simple checks, like slowly releasing the clutch and adding some throttle to maintain RPM. If that doesn't work, then inspect the idle valve, sensors, or spark plugs. After fixing it, I found the ride much smoother—safety first.
