on my recon theres something wrong with the gears, i dont know how to explain it but, if i hit the throttle mid or all the way it sounds like it keeps climbing rpm's but it stays the same speed, so i have to slowly add throttle to go fast. The only time it works right is right when i start it up, and ride for a few minutes, then after i ride it for alittle while it starts doing that,whats wrong and how do i fix it? sorry that i cant explain it very clearly, but please try to help because it pisses me off.
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Sounds like a classic case of clutch slipping to me. Your Recon is a 99, so it probably has a lot of miles on it. Autoclutches tend to get abused a lot. Clutches don't last forever. Maybe time for a new one???

 

Or it could be low on oil. If it has a substantial amout missing, I bet it would slip. Dunno for sure.

 

i dont think its the oil because its been doin this for quite awhile and i chage my oil regularly, so all i need you think is a new clutch?

 

do i just need plates, or what?

 

Well your intiall chek should be your belt...Have you ever changed it?...if not im very sure it would be tha problem...look for worn spots or small freys...those are normally signs for a new belt is in order...but if your belt looks brand new then a new clutch is the next step...but open up the clutch to see if their is any liquids in it...water, oil, or any liquid kan easily create slippage...

 

im sorry for askin, but where are the belts,and where do i open up the clutch at, thanks

 

Sorry Polaris, but no friggin BELT on any Honda, thank God! One of the primary selling points for loyal Honda riders.

Have you tried adjusting your clutch??? The procedure is in your owners manual. Do it by the book! It is the nut on the front of the engine case. If you do it wrong, you will have problems.

 

alright thanks