Hard to get into any gear!
You didn’t mention how the shift lever feels. Is it floppy/loose? If it is, it’s the detent spring. Cheap part but a good bit of work to get it done. It can be accessed through the front cover but the clutch and nearby items need to be removed. Give us more details.
 

Yes, it does seem a lot sloppier than before.
 
caddydaddy said:
Yes, it does seem a lot sloppier than before.
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Warp 9.9 is a Guru for technical advise. He helped me save my 06. If you don’t have one yet, get the shop service manual and read up on the transmission/detent section. It can be done if you have mechanical skills. The manual describes the steps for disassembly and reassembly. If you are not comfortable with it, at least you will know what to discuss with your shop mechanic.
caddydaddy said:
Yes, it does seem a lot sloppier than before.
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There are also threads here on detent springs with very good pictures showing location and repair steps that you should check out.
 
caddydaddy said:
Yes, it does seem a lot sloppier than before.
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Here is one of the threads.

Detent Spring R&R

Detent Spring R&R My excitement over buying a 2008 Rocket III Touring quickly turned to disappointment when I experienced troubles with the transmission. I didn’t notice a problem on my short test ride but shortly after getting the bike home I noticed some difficulties. The first indication...
www.r3owners.net
 
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