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[shooter]

I only have two days riding on mine and I think the shifting is awesome compared to my M109. The best description I tell people is it now clicks instead of clunks.

Wayne you are so right. Compared to a 109 the B shift is like glass. Hope you're enjoying that thing man.

[F6B1911]

Surprises:


1.) Never thought a Honda could measure up to a BMW.
2.) The 7-Year Warranty, it gives you piece of mind that H-D could never give a customer.


Disappointment:


1.) An embarassment for a paint job. Tonka Trucks have better paint!

[Slammd]

Wait!! I have the perfect fix for the F6B shifting problem………..ride a Harley for a while ….I've been riding Harleys (and still do - yes, love them too…for different reasons) for years and if you think the F6B is clunky… Since many things in life are relative, I'm fine with the Honda's shifting. But I digress….

Surprises: the amazing and linear torque this thing has, the effortless handling (after riding and getting back on the Harley, I feel like I need to hit the gym), how well balanced the bike is…did I mention the power and handling of the bike?

Disappointments: The outer skin of the bike is almost completely plastic and the finish (paint) I feel is of poor quality. Also, would have expected a little more sophisticated technology from a mature product (Goldwing)…like throttle-by-wire instead of cable, a little bit more intelligent braking system like what Harley uses in it's "Rushmore" touring products (linked abs brakes above 25mph and unlinked below that speed), digital fuel reserve (way more accurate than an analog fuel gauge), the lack (or non-existence) of performance parts/offerings for the Goldwing product line (yeah I know it really doesn't need it…but I WANT more!!)

…but I guess they're just trade offs!

At the end of the day…for it's size, the F6B has to be one of the (if not THE) most comfortable, best performing motorcycles I've ever owned!

[VStarRider]

Well…I never used the term "clunky" to describe the shifting…notchy and balky, yes, because it seems to balk at going into 4th and 5th at times. I have tried the 3000+ rpm shifting, and yes, it is smoother. However, I don't want to rev it that high each time I shift. I have noticed that under gentle acceleration it shifts smoothly also (~1500 rpm). It seems as though 2000 rpm is where it is the worst.

The range of motion on my Vstar shifter between gears is larger, where the B is much shorter. Perhaps I have not adjusted to that yet. However, the V just needs light pressure to change gears as it seems like it almost has a power assist in shifting…except into first...I think Yammy intentionally engineered in a CLUNK into first, as that's what the Harleys do, and their riders seem to think that is the cat's arse.

I'll try less pressure during upshifts and see what happens. The 4th-5th shift is always a crapshoot. I feel like I have to wait until OD lights up before letting out the clutch because so many times I have let it out and it ground gears, then revved into no man's land between 4th-5th.

[stroguy]

I wish you wouldn't use such big words when you pat me on the back. What is a 'para....'. Forget it. I learn a new word every day. I'll get to it.

Crimmaneee, ok just for you

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[stroguy]

Well…I never used the term "clunky" to describe the shifting…notchy and balky, yes, because it seems to balk at going into 4th and 5th at times. I have tried the 3000+ rpm shifting, and yes, it is smoother. However, I don't want to rev it that high each time I shift. I have noticed that under gentle acceleration it shifts smoothly also (~1500 rpm). It seems as though 2000 rpm is where it is the worst.

The range of motion on my Vstar shifter between gears is larger, where the B is much shorter. Perhaps I have not adjusted to that yet. However, the V just needs light pressure to change gears as it seems like it almost has a power assist in shifting…except into first...I think Yammy intentionally engineered in a CLUNK into first, as that's what the Harleys do, and their riders seem to think that is the cat's arse.

I'll try less pressure during upshifts and see what happens. The 4th-5th shift is always a crapshoot. I feel like I have to wait until OD lights up before letting out the clutch because so many times I have let it out and it ground gears, then revved into no man's land between 4th-5th.

Just my opinion, but you should be shifting well above 2500. There is no need to rev it as I rarely up shift below 2800-3000.

[shooter]

Well…I never used the term "clunky" to describe the shifting…notchy and balky, yes, because it seems to balk at going into 4th and 5th at times. I have tried the 3000+ rpm shifting, and yes, it is smoother. However, I don't want to rev it that high each time I shift. I have noticed that under gentle acceleration it shifts smoothly also (~1500 rpm). It seems as though 2000 rpm is where it is the worst.

The range of motion on my Vstar shifter between gears is larger, where the B is much shorter. Perhaps I have not adjusted to that yet. However, the V just needs light pressure to change gears as it seems like it almost has a power assist in shifting…except into first...I think Yammy intentionally engineered in a CLUNK into first, as that's what the Harleys do, and their riders seem to think that is the cat's arse.

I'll try less pressure during upshifts and see what happens. The 4th-5th shift is always a crapshoot. I feel like I have to wait until OD lights up before letting out the clutch because so many times I have let it out and it ground gears, then revved into no man's land between 4th-5th.

Step back a second and read the posts. We are trying to help. But you have to be receptive. (Learned that one yesterday Stro). Besides shifting at a higher rpm is the rpm drop that you allow on the shift. I see guys and its like , pull the clutch.......... , flip the shifter........... , release the clutch. Even on a slow speed shift it should be , pulltheclutchfliptheshifterreleasetheclutch. One quick fluid motion. Practice makes perfect. That different pressure stuff ain't gonna cut it. Bang the gear crisply.

[BIGLRY]

Step back a second and read the posts. We are trying to help. But you have to be receptive. (Learned that one yesterday Stro). Besides shifting at a higher rpm is the rpm drop that you allow on the shift. I see guys and its like , pull the clutch.......... , flip the shifter........... , release the clutch. Even on a slow speed shift it should be , pulltheclutchfliptheshifterreleasetheclutch. One quick fluid motion. Practice makes perfect. That different pressure stuff ain't gonna cut it. Bang the gear crisply.

Yep...one continuous motion with no time delay, an shift like you mean it, no pussy foot shifting.

[shooter]

I don't know about you guys but it always makes me feel better when Larry agrees with me.

[seadog]

My 2015 had a loud clunk between first and second for about the first 4500 miles. It is much smoother now. I have also heard switching to a synthetic after the motor is broke in helps. I have not done this yet but think I will on my next oil change.

You can put synthetic in it after the breaking oil is done at 4000 miles, you don't have to wait, you can put synthetic in right from the git go if you like it.