1997 Vulcan classic 1500 Shifting problem

[Jesus Rivera]

I just bought a Vulcan 1500, I was told about a shifting problem ( it grinds when shift from 1st to 2nd ), I took apart the engine, checked the gears , drum, etc. The only thing I found was the Return Spring bolt bended.
I replace the bolt, put everything back, and adjusted the shift linkage rod.
But still doing it, when I shift from 1st to 2nd it will grind, if I shift at 17 miles like Kawa. specified it will not grind but it is not enough speed for the 2nd gear, the higher shifting speed the worst it gets, to the point that it will jump to neutral.
If anybody has any info. please let me know.

Thanks.

[Zeddisded]

I have the same bike same problem!!!!!!!!!

[SureClassic]

same here....... doesnt jump out of gear.. but grinds like heck at higher speeds..

[flareside]

I have the same problem. Change the oil and see if that helps. I can get it to stop shifting, or grinding if I shift it slow into second gear.
Hope this helps

[SureClassic]

Originally Posted by flareside

I have the same problem. Change the oil and see if that helps. I can get it to stop shifting, or grinding if I shift it slow into second gear.
Hope this helps

Same,,,,, short shift it and it all well..... as long as I am not hauling a trailer with a big load.. sometime you need more revs...........