29-07-12, 07:13 PM
(26-07-12, 12:59 PM)Dead Eye link Wrote: Just my two scents, but mine doesn't do this. Back wheel is free - spins 2 times from a good push so the back brake definitely isn't binding.I stand corrected :o . Inspired by your two cents worth I gave mine a try today. With a cold engine and in first gear with clutch pulled fully in the back wheel didn't move at all on tickover. When revved a bit the wheel very slowly rotated, probably helped by the vibration.
Like yours Dead Eye the wheel is free enough, but I guess the resistance of the chain over the swinging arm protector and drag from the oil seals etc is enough to overcome the slight drag of the clutch. I'm was surprised at this, but I guess the clunk when you engage first gear always made me think that clutch drag was the cause.