On my R1200gs lc 2013 enduro the modes don't always change at first pull of the clutch lever has anyone else had this problem Im hoping its just the microswitch on the clutch
Modes dont change at first pull of clutch lever
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Likely to be the microswitch or the connector on the clutch lever - I had the same issue on my 2016 bike. It also meant that the cruise control didn't disengage with a touch of the clutch. I pushed the connector back firmly into place and that sorted it.
Have you still got the original levers? If so then it’s likely to be switch alignment.
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Are you actually holding it in for long enough?
Hold it in, shut throttle, wait for 15 secs.
Eh? You can change modes on the fly. You don’t want to be freewheeling for 15 seconds!
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Yep
Think you do have to close the throttle then pull the clutch and it will change the mode
brain fart. Should read, select mode - it flashes- pull clutch in shut throttle then flashing goes solid, probably 2sec or so, then your off.
Im holding it in long enough for sure and sometimes it won't change. It used to be fairly quick and im doing the same thing. I can hear it click when it is nearly fully depressed and also when its around 10mm in so i'm sure the clutch lever is fine
You should hear a click just after you depress the clutch as there are two micro switches. If not then a switch adjustment is needed.
Yes im sure it does click and another click near the bottom. Do you think I should order the switch?
Can you check continuity on the switch using a multi-meter?
How do you check it
Disconnect the cable and check for a change in resistance acros the pins on the switch when you pull the lever
I didn't think you needed to pull the clutch in. Just roll the throttle closed...
I think you may be right and im now going to read the manual 
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No need to close the throttle on my 2018 bike, just select using the mode button, pull and release the clutch lever, job’s a good ‘un.
Thats what I thought and having read the manual it does say press clutch in and throttle off. I now need to check resistance or replace microswitch
I suspect if you're pulling your clutch lever in you might also be closing the throttle
It doesn't mention clutch in the 2018 manual, just closing the throttle if you're moving.
Same here, don't touch the clutch, just shut off the throttle and the mode changes.
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