98 zx9r c1

[jammin4]

hey everyone..been having a prob with my shifting... it slips sometimes and is hard to gear down...i have to push a bit hard on the shifter...it never did that when i first got it...just started...i understand these gearboxs give out after a bit...i read a 2000 or newer trans is a better way to go...any specific one ?..i am assuming it has to be from a zx9...i will keep looking but thought i would post and see what came up...info ..it is a 98 zx9r c1 with 38000 clicks...i am going to check the clutch and star and see what kinda shape their in...just bought it this summer so have gone through and done general stuff...new chain and gears...oil and filter change...new plugs...k&n filter...new thermostat...any info would be greatly appreciated...i really do like this bike so want to get it into top shape...cheers jeff

[kawakid750]

hi, my 1999 c2 has a shift problem also. first thing to do is strip down and clean your gear selector as crap can build up behind it and make it stiff. if that doesnt work ive been told its probably a bent gear or fork or worn dogs which is a engine out job and lots of money. if you go down the road of a newer tranny the clutch push rod is longer and a bit modification will sort it. hope this is of some help, let me know how you get on
cheers john

[maut9r]

Make sure you lube up all the pivot points on the shift linkage. It sounds a bit early for the dreaded tranny problems, but it won't hurt to start looking for one. I don't think if there are any differences between the 00/01's and 02/03's, but check an online microfiche to make sure (ronayers.com).