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..... it acts the way when you have the clutch lever squeezed, you can't even start the bike. The cluch plates wont compress together. I know this is hard to explain, but thanks for the help. Scott


I don't know anything about a '73, but you can't start my '66 with the clutch lever engaged. Must be in neutral with the lever out. A lot of guys engage the clutch, kick a few times to unstick the clutch plates as part of the starting ritual. Than, neutral and kick the bike over.

Al