Shift pedal not returning to center

[vpminneci]

I searched the forums and could not find this issue. Hoping someone has ideas or suggestions.

1983 Suzuki GS850G

When shifting (up or down doesn't matter) the shift pedal does not return to center. In other words, when shifting up, once I change gears I need to slightly push the shift pedal down and then I can shift up to the next gear. Once in a higher gear, if I need to shift down (i.e. 5th to 4th) if I want to go one more gear down (4th to 3rd) I have to slightly pull up on the shift pedal, and then I can shift down one gear. As you can imagine, it makes it very difficult to ride.

Also, the bike has been sitting for almost 2 years. The first year because I was getting a lot of clutch slipping in 5th. 2nd year because I moved and didn't have time to replace the clutch. I put new (EBC) springs and friction disks in, and when I went to ride it this shifting issue occurred.

I'm open to any suggestions or ideas!!

[Brendan W]

Have a look at this

https://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/forum/technical-forums/-4-cylinder-engine-drivetrain-clutch/83648-850-gear-change

[vpminneci]

Thanks for that. I'll drain the oil and check it out. I really appreciate it!

[Rob S.]

Thanks for that. I'll drain the oil and check it out.

Oil shmoil. Put a Dixie cup under the engine and get to work!

[tom203]

When you played with clutch, you misaligned something. Note in that link to beware wrong gasket thickness.