P1000 Clunk sound right before shifting

[mikeg135]

hey guys,
I just had my clutch update done and noticed that the pioneer makes a notable clunk sound right before the transmission shifts. I don't recall it making that clunk before the clutch update. Its fairly pronounced while shifting 1-3 and is less notable in the upper gears.

is this normal or should I be taking it back to the shop?

 

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[JTW]

hey guys,
I just had my clutch update done and noticed that the pioneer makes a notable clunk sound right before the transmission shifts. I don't recall it making that clunk before the clutch update. Its fairly pronounced while shifting 1-3 and is less notable in the upper gears.

is this normal or should I be taking it back to the shop?

It’s fine

 

[cras108er]

It’s fine

I just bought mine (used) and noticed the same “clunk.” It has just had all the recall work done. It didn’t sound like a malfunction.l, so it did not deter me.

 

[joeymt33]

There should be two “clunks” for each gear shift. One just before the shift and one as it shifts. It seems like some machines have it more pronounced than others.

 

[mikeg135]

good to know....I definitely have a clunk right before feeling it change gears. sounds like this is normal. thanks for the feedback.

 

[03mossy]

Is this clunk something you get used to? I am in the shopping/test driving phase right now for a new sxs. When I test drove the 1000-5 I loved everything about it except for that shift clunk really bugged me.

Sorry if this an odd first post but I joined here a while ago and have been reading posts daily and this clunk is the only thing holding me back.

 

[Shooter63]

Is this clunk something you get used to? I am in the shopping/test driving phase right now for a new sxs. When I test drove the 1000-5 I loved everything about it except for that shift clunk really bugged me.

Sorry if this an odd first post but I joined here a while ago and have been reading posts daily and this clunk is the only thing holding me back.

It will get progressively quieter as it gets mileage on it

 

[joeymt33]

Usually around the 100 mile mark after the first oil change it starts to get quieter.

An HMF muffler usually helps the clunking seem quieter as well...ha

 

[ohanacreek]

Is this clunk something you get used to? I am in the shopping/test driving phase right now for a new sxs. When I test drove the 1000-5 I loved everything about it except for that shift clunk really bugged me.

Sorry if this an odd first post but I joined here a while ago and have been reading posts daily and this clunk is the only thing holding me back.

I don't even notice it anymore, not sure if Ive gotten used to it or its gotten that much quieter.
I guess if you're coming from something that has never made noise because it doesn't shift its a lot different that being used to a geared transmission in a motorcycle or atv where there is a noise when it shifts. 700 and a car are an automotive style automatic the DCT is for lack of a more articulate way of describing it, a computer controlled manual transmission.

 

[JTW]

I don't even notice it anymore, not sure if Ive gotten used to it or its gotten that much quieter.
I guess if you're coming from something that has never made noise because it doesn't shift its a lot different that being used to a geared transmission in a motorcycle or atv where there is a noise when it shifts.

Mine was much louder before the new clutches.. maybe that’s miles or maybe they adjusted the solenoid. I dunno.

 

[Outacntrl]

Is this clunk something you get used to? I am in the shopping/test driving phase right now for a new sxs. When I test drove the 1000-5 I loved everything about it except for that shift clunk really bugged me.

Sorry if this an odd first post but I joined here a while ago and have been reading posts daily and this clunk is the only thing holding me back.

It is kind of noisy especially coming from a belt drive machine, but I wouldn't let that deter you. I just got a new machine also and it seems to learn fairly quickly. Still noisy but shifts a lot better than when it was brand new, hoping it gets quieter after first oil change, if not I'll just turn up the radio.

 

[HondaTech]

Check to see if your machine is creeping in gear after the update. I've had a few do this and a clutch relearn is usually enough to fix it.

 

[russknight]

Mine clunks loudly. Always has. Haven't had the clutch update yet.

 

[russknight]

Had the update, it shifts noticeably quieter and smoother now.

 

[ob1jeeper]

The clunk in my 2016 (@ just shy of 10K miles) comes and goes... Sometimes it's un-nervingly loud, other times NO clunk at all. Clutch update was done by previous owner when that update became first available.

 

[bullyx]

old thread, but I have same "concern" about the metal sound clunk then the actual shift. 430ish miles and it doesn't seem to shift smoother or quieter, but I still smile when running her.

 

[greghonda350]

Chiming in on the old thread, I just picked up 2021 Pioneer 1000-5 , If has a very noticeable Clunk or kind bang sound when shifting and defiantly seems louder in first few gears ... is this still normal for a 2021 ???

 

[dilligaff82]

Chiming in on the old thread, I just picked up 2021 Pioneer 1000-5 , If has a very noticeable Clunk or kind bang sound when shifting and defiantly seems louder in first few gears ... is this still normal for a 2021 ???

They haven’t changed anything in the drivetrain since it was introduced in 2016, so yes it’s normal. Usually worse in low range too, at least in mine.

 

[Ericthered]

After the clutch mod for oil flow at 23 miles it seemed louder. Then, at 100 mile oil change got quieter. Now at 400 miles its more of a click sound. No louder than my old trx300fw fourtrax shifting with my foot. The solenoid gets quieter as the gears get better aquainted (worn in). Now it's more of an automatic transmission. Had lower reverse gear (Talon) installed and am looking forward to getting out there next weekend. Snow today, but 60+ Saturday. Get out there and enjoy. Love this family machine. My wife and 2 dogs and I fit comfortably and they don't mind the click of the shifting transmission, plus we talk normally driving around the desert. No need to yell, like our old rig.