2006 Classic clutch works until it is warm

Somethingbigandorange said:

I have a 2006 Rocket 3 Classic. The clutch works fine on cold start, then when it gets warm - in a minute or two - will progressively fail. Stalls, I have to put it in neutral to re-start it, and it grinds if you try to downshift into first. Let it sit and cool and you will get another minute or two of working clutch. Help!

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Gerald said:

Start by checking clutch adjustment, sounds like no free play. You can always do more later.

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Somethingbigandorange said:

Tried to move the reservoir out of the way to give a clear shot. The motor is not revving, because the gear is engaging even with the clutch handle pulled in the bike is stuttering and stalling.

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Somethingbigandorange said:

How would no free play cause it to fail? Not being argumentative, I am genuinely curious.

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TURBO200R4 said:

thanks for pics
at the bottom adjuster back the top nut off about 1/2 inch and then take another picture.

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Gerald said:

Won't allow the series of clutch discs and metal plates to turn freely, pressure plate still holding pressure against flywheel.

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