SV won't free wheel!

MonkReadusuk · Scooby Slapper Joined: 08 Apr 2005 Karma :

Heya,

I am having problems with my mates bike. Its and sv650 and until now has started fine. However the other day when we started it, it wouldn't start on electric. Then suddenly we heard a loud crack. From then on, if it's in any gear with the clutch lever held in, it won't free wheel, its really stiff and given a shove the rear wheel just locks up!!

Any ideas?

Many thanks,
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Kickstart · The Oracle Joined: 04 Feb 2002 Karma :

Hi

Take the clutch off and have a look. Had a similar problem with failed thrust bearings in the clutch, but suspect (from the noise) something more serious (maybe broken pressure plate).

All the best

Keith
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Damon · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Aug 2007 Karma :

i know it is most prob the clutch but check the rear brake. make sure it is not stuck

yambabe · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Jul 2004 Karma :

Is it the same when it's in neutral?
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MonkReadusuk · Scooby Slapper Joined: 08 Apr 2005 Karma :

no its not the same in neutral. in neutral it free wheels
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UnknownStuntm... · World Chat Champion Joined: 13 Sep 2007 Karma :

If it freewheels in neutral but not any other gears you clutch is broke.

spikenipple · Crazy Courier Joined: 20 Nov 2007 Karma :

I hate to sound patronising but have you checked the clutch cable?
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Cigaro · World Chat Champion Joined: 28 Mar 2007 Karma :

It does sound very much like the clutch cable or clutch release mechanism.