Transmission Problem?

[reefman]

I have a '93 yamaha 85 hp outboard. Starts and runs great. Yesterday after a day on the water I have a little problem backing into the slip. Shift into reverse and it sounds a little clunky and the outboard bucks a little and kicks up slightly. Now when I'm in neutral there is a little noise like it wants to be in gear. Shifts into forward and runs like normal. Anybody have any thoughts or experience with this problem I'd appreciate your thoughts.

[Rick Ackley]

Sounds like a cable is binding, and not shifting properly. Undo the cable at the motor, and attempt shifting my hand to try to isolate the situation.

[fishaholic18]

I agree, cable problem weather it need adjusting or replacing, you may have to screw around with the adjustment to get it just right.