Clutch problem on a V Star

[SgtKav]

I bought my first bike today, a 2005 Yamaha V Star 650 silverado. The 15 mile ride home went great, but now the bike dies when I shift into gear despite having the clutch pulled in. Any ideas on why and what I need to do to get riding again?

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[slozomby]

is the kickstand down when you shift into 1st and it dies?

[SgtKav]

Ok, I feel like an idiot. The kickstand was down, just went out and tried it with the kickstand up and it worked fine. Thank you.

[Easy Rider]

Ok, I feel like an idiot. The kickstand was down,

This is a "welcome to the club" moment.

The next time that happens, check the KILL SWITCH too.

And welcome to the forum.

[benny1100]

HAD this prob before ,just had new starter clutch fitted HELP HLEP ! ANYBODY OUT THERE .

[Easy Rider]

HAD this prob before ,just had new starter clutch fitted HELP HLEP ! ANYBODY OUT THERE .

Which problem exactly........besides the problem of not being able to navigate a forum properly and put your question in the right place ???

My Suzuki makes a nasty sound sometimes when stopping the engine. I think it is because the engine turns backwards a few degrees on the final stroke.......and that there is nothing you can do to "fix" it. IIRC, my Honda does it too.

Next time please do take a minute and start your own thread........instead of jumping in on one that has nothing to do with your problem......please ??

[benny1100]

hey down boy ! i am a newbi . anyway thanks for your replay , cheers ride safe