[Chalkymon]

Following months of costly overhaul, initial test day has arrived. Delighted with first impression but seeking guidance on transmission. There appears to be a reluctance to achieve either reverse or neutral gears whilst the engine is idling? Turn the engine off & with just the ignition on all gears are available. Could this possibly be a clutch adjustment issue? (Dragging perhaps?) I previously attempted to adjust the shaft free play on the front case of the motor but found that the adjusting screw was seized. Is there likely a lack of free play causing drag when the engine is at idle & therefore a reluctance for these two gear positions to be selected? Apart from this issue she rides fantastic, no knocks, rattles or vibrations. Very pleased. Many thanks in advance for any guidance & advice.
Chalkster

 

[Jeepwm69]

First thing I'd do is look here.

https://www.hondaatvforums.net/foru...8080-fixing-electronic-shift-es-problems.html

If that doesnt help, you'll probably have to pull the front cover to get your clutch adjuster freed up where you can properly adjust the clutch.

 

[SamUK]

I’ve never tinkered with an ES model so I’m not much use on that front, I do have an ES spares bike though so if you come unstuck give me a shout. At the moment I don’t know what works and what doesn’t so I can’t guarantee I have all parts in good order.

Glad to see a build thread, always interesting reading through these.

 

[Chalkymon]

Thanks guys. I've been trawling the many Foreman videos on YouTube & I've picked up several tips. Angle sensors definitely appear to be common when it comes to ES faults. I don't think its going to be a major problem as all other aspects of the test ride went very well. But I do think pursuing correct clutch adjustment will be wise in this case, so its front cover off time! Photos will follow shortly

 

[retro]

Ya, odds are a clutch adjustment will fix it for good.

Pay no attention to those high angle sensor sales... most of them are bought in vain by folks who don't diagnose problems before opening their wallets to buy the cheapest part. The angle sensor indicates to the ECM that a shift has completed... so replacing one cannot ever fix a shift that will not initiate in the 1st place.

 

[Chalkymon]

Cheers Retro. It's funny what you say, in my day job I own a small garage wksp. It always makes me smile when you hear of people replacing just about every imaginable component in their attempts to fix faults when proper diagnosis would save them a small fortune! I'm also a great advocate of genuine parts especially when it covers engine management components & sensors. Non Gen often results in chasing your tail & wasted time & effort (Some cheaper non genuine sensors just don't speak Japanese!)
I'll get the front case off & tackle the known fault of the seized clutch adjuster. Thanks for your valued input.
Chalkster