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hi new here ,but think it's great ,
just got this 02 R1550R have not rode for 20 years
i just love it ,i put 4000 k on it this last month ,yea i really like it
well every once in a while a get a neutral from 5th to 6th
it's a little embarassing and very annoying am i being to gentle or.....
also does anybnody red line their machine,
can that front wheel really come up
i am still exploring and i'm taking my time to get to know my machine.merci

The 5th 6th neutral is not uncommon. This shifter and the throttle take a little 'dance' when getting up there near redline to positively engage the dogs. Try a 1/2 clutch pull, a positive pre-load of the shifter and a firm lift with the toe when getting it on.

i very highly reccomend the redline. the front end is really, really hard to lift, even in first gear. give it some gas. it will run better if you push it now and again.