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Title: Shift linkage adjustment
Post by: Brineyjim on April 13, 2019, 03:36:25 PM
I have read a plethora of words dealing with the shift linkage on my '07 CalVin. As this is my third time dealing with the linkage I have become familiar with the parts and how they go together. What I haven't been able to access is how to adjust it properly. I drilled a hole so I can get to the Allen screw with a wrench and have the lever on the shaft parrallel to the ground. After trying different combinations of adjustments I still can't access all 5 gears. A link to a video or article on adjustment would be helpful.
Thanks, Brineyjim.
Title: Re: Shift linkage adjustment
Post by: Frenchfrog on April 13, 2019, 03:41:41 PM
How much slop have you got in the various bushes and linkages ?
Title: Re: Shift linkage adjustment
Post by: Brineyjim on April 13, 2019, 05:38:55 PM
There's a little slop but not enough to keep me from adjustment.  The lever that slips over splined shaft came off on my way to work. In the process of reattachment I got the adjustments far from correct. I had them correct previously.
Title: Re: Shift linkage adjustment
Post by: Frenchfrog on April 13, 2019, 05:46:09 PM
Sorry can't do better than that ! It does seem to be full of potential problems with the double linkage though.
Title: Re: Shift linkage adjustment
Post by: guzzisteve on April 13, 2019, 06:22:29 PM
Have you tried a different hole on the rear pivot? One is a shorter throw than the other. AND you can even drill another hole in the arm if need be.
Title: Re: Shift linkage adjustment
Post by: oldbike54 on April 13, 2019, 06:29:31 PM
Have you tried a different hole on the rear pivot? One is a shorter throw than the other. AND you can even drill another hole in the arm if need be.

 This .

 Dusty
Title: Re: Shift linkage adjustment
Post by: RinkRat II on April 13, 2019, 07:02:33 PM
 Sounds like a similar thing happened to this guy and his resolution to the problem.  The part about being a spline off one way or another may be the key.
           http://www.motoguzzicalifornia.com/2013/11/shift-linkage/ (http://www.motoguzzicalifornia.com/2013/11/shift-linkage/)  Hope this helps.

       Paul B :boozing:
Title: Re: Shift linkage adjustment
Post by: Sheepdog on April 13, 2019, 07:21:44 PM
I think Paul nailed it...