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Well after meticulously tearing the old r65 down I have rulled out everything but the transmission. My best "not a transmission expert" guess is a failure with the input shaft spring. Still runs great, but I can't throttle down at all without losing all power to wheels. Shifts much smoothe...

Ok, finally got it all apart and here is my update First, the clutch cable is adjusted and working fine. The splines on the transmission and the clutch are in perfect condition. No obvious trans/engine oil seepage or leaking, also the clutch friction plate itself looks totally appropriate for mileag...

I surely hope not, but I mean I believe it's possible that there is transmission failure. However, a few things point me to clutch still. After the incident on the highway I was able to continue to ride for apx 4 miles to get it home. 1st gear feels absolutely normal until about 5-6k, second grabs f...

Thanks for some feedback, unfortunately (fortunately), it broke down on my way to work but close to my house so when I return Tuesday I'll let you know what I find. First check will be clutch cable, after that I guess I get to remove the transmission for the first time. From what it feels like I wou...

I am a new owner of a 1979 R65 and it is a wonderful bike. Only 14k original miles so this bike has sat around most it's life (indoor storage, no rust minimal dry rot). I was up shifting while cruising up a large hill and, *bang* the bike no longer will stay in gear. The bike shifts fine through all...