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Auto Downshifting Problems?
- Thread starter cubuff70
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Yeah, usually at idle. I wouldn't care about it and just manually downshift, but a couple times when I didn't look at what gear I was in, I went to take off again and it was still in 4th or 3rd and got no traction as I tried to squeeze through a hole in oncoming traffic so it made for an interesting time...
Grandpa Spyder
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I'm not sure, but it seems to me that some one else had that problem and I think it turned out to be low on oil. As stated I'm not sure but a simple proper oil check may let you know.
I'll do that and get back to you. Ironically, the bike is at the dealership getting a service today...
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
The oil level was mentioned previously as a possible culprit. Under normal operation, the semi will shift down by itself at approx. 2500 rpms. A quick stop or panic stop may leave it in the gear you were driving in.
CyncySpyder
Teddys favorite human
Holding the throttle open & LOW or "OLD" oil can be two causes
Correct, if you don't completely let off the throttle, that can prevent it from Auto-downshifting. Also, having either low oil, or "old" oil can cause this issue as well. "Old" meaning you've gone over the usable lifespan of the oil, and its beginning to break down. Also, clogged or damaged Filters can cause the issue as well.
These are two known causes besides having issues with the selinoid (sp?). Its important, when checking the oil level, that its done properly and by the book, meaning checking the oil AFTER A RIDE, once the engine is up to operating temperature, not just starting it up & letting it idle for a few minutes.
Correct, if you don't completely let off the throttle, that can prevent it from Auto-downshifting. Also, having either low oil, or "old" oil can cause this issue as well. "Old" meaning you've gone over the usable lifespan of the oil, and its beginning to break down. Also, clogged or damaged Filters can cause the issue as well.
These are two known causes besides having issues with the selinoid (sp?). Its important, when checking the oil level, that its done properly and by the book, meaning checking the oil AFTER A RIDE, once the engine is up to operating temperature, not just starting it up & letting it idle for a few minutes.
Cavman
Active member
I had this same problem and it was shutting down the engine when I came to a stop. It got to where it was happening 85% of my stops. :banghead:
I changed my oil and filters to Amsoil and it hasn't done it since. :yes:
Since I purchased my 2010 RT pre-owned, I had no clue of the RT's history and what oil was being use or when it was last changed. :dontknow:
I changed my oil and filters to Amsoil and it hasn't done it since. :yes:
Since I purchased my 2010 RT pre-owned, I had no clue of the RT's history and what oil was being use or when it was last changed. :dontknow:
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