Shift linkage lubrication? - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Matt B · 02-21-2023

Every time I take my ZR for a ride I recognize that moving the shift stick feels heavy. In particular shifting into 3rd gear sometimes is hard as there is a lot of resistance in the system.
I remember Jerry once told me there is some chance to lubricate the linkage but I can't find his email.
What can I do to make shifting motion less "sticky"?

I have neither issues with my gearbox itself nor the clutch. It's just the way the gear lever behaves...

Btw I'm using the Amsoil MTF recommended by Marc. Not sure if a switch to 10W60 would help?

02-21-2023	#1
Matt B Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Beautiful Bavaria Posts: 517	Shift linkage lubrication? Every time I take my ZR for a ride I recognize that moving the shift stick feels heavy. In particular shifting into 3rd gear sometimes is hard as there is a lot of resistance in the system. I remember Jerry once told me there is some chance to lubricate the linkage but I can't find his email. What can I do to make shifting motion less "sticky"? I have neither issues with my gearbox itself nor the clutch. It's just the way the gear lever behaves... Btw I'm using the Amsoil MTF recommended by Marc. Not sure if a switch to 10W60 would help? __________________ ZR-1 #638/1991 Last edited by Matt B; 02-21-2023 at 05:28 PM.