Quote:Seems like mine grabs real early, if you release it maybe a half an inch it'll start to grab and go.
And does it have about 1/8" freeplay at the lever? also check with the bars turned either way. This might be an indication that you need to change the clutch rod, so check the marks on the case to make sure you're between them.
Quote:Also wondering how firm is the lever feel? Should feel somewhat hard to pull in or easy?
shouldn't be sticky, add oil using OF's baggy trick if you don't want to buy the cable lube thingy.
Quote:Engine also makes a super funky spinning noise, kinda like something is spinning faster than it should in the higher RPM range, can't figure it out.
Also could be an indication of needing a new clutch rod. don't let this go on for too long, can burn out your clutch.
Quote:Bike dies under hard braking if I don't give it some throttle.
Turn up the idle speed a little. All savages rpm drop when chopping the throttle if the idle speed is too low. it may be combined with float surge as you noted hard braking.