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My clutch slips when I pull out. But only when its cold - under 40 deg F and the bike isn't warmed up. Never does it once the bike's warm. Never happens in the warmer months at all. Been doing this for three years now. Anyone else experience this? 
2005 Speedmaster, Tornado Red, AI removed, Uni Pods, JCW 19" turnouts
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loosen the cable adjustment a little. You want just under an inch of free play at the end of the clutch lever.
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Yeah cable adjustment seems to be within spec. Like I said, only happens when its really cold. Weird. Sounds like a beagle when you step on its paw...
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I live in the sun downunder
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I've got to ask the obvious. What OIL are you using. 
FrankW
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Worn Saddle
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I've got to ask the obvious.
What OIL are you using.
Hmm, so what is the best oil to use anyway?
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I've got to ask the obvious.
What OIL are you using.
Hmmm, we just started talking about this in this thread but here is a much better place for an oil spill.
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Yeah, Keith. This is a more appropriate place for an oil discussion. I use Motul 15W-50 full synthetic. Like I said, it has to be really cold with the bike sitting overnight. It'll slip the first time I pull out on the road but not again. Never does it when the bikes warmed up or when the outside temp is warm. Just kind of assumed it was a cold weather thing and haven't been to worried about it. Mostly curious...
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I live in the sun downunder
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I've got to ask the obvious.
What OIL are you using.
Hmm, so what is the best oil to use anyway?
It just depends on how badly constipated you are.
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I live in the sun downunder
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Not wanting to start an oil thread.  Maybe I asked the wrong question. Are you using Motorcycle OIL.
FrankW
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Yeah Frank, it's motorcycle oil. Motul 15W-50 synthetic
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I live in the sun downunder
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Yeah Frank, it's motorcycle oil. Motul 15W-50 synthetic
OK. Just thought I would ask the question.
It's surprising how many people don't realize there is a difference. 
FrankW
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