Yep, you need to use Rotella T6
It sure wouldn't hurt to flush the clutch fluid. I can't believe no one said that. Or typed it, for that matter. You shouldn't need to top off clutch fluid, unless there's a leak.
When last was the clutch fluid replaced and bled (in both years and miles)?
You shouldn't need to top off clutch fluid, unless there's a leak.
Brake fluid and clutch fluid needs to be replaced regularly. (every two years normally- no more than 3 years)
In high humidity states like Florida that can occur even sooner
The front brakes have been replaced twice under warranty, so I would assume (maybe incorrectly) that they flushed the fluid. I will open the reservoir and double-check the color.
You could replace rotors and pads without replace brake fluid. Other than both being part of the brake system, they're pretty much unrelated.
Or you could need a clutch? Hard to say, I'd do the cheap easy fixes first.
One more thing, have you changed the adjuster on the clutch lever? That makes a difference in where the engagement point is in the travel of the clutch, that would make things feel different.
I went on a 1700 mile 5-day trip (got back yesterday) and went through quite a bit of heat. One of the things I noticed was that the shifting got pretty difficult (had to have the clutch lever pulled all the way back to get it into 1st and sometimes to get into 2nd). Once past 3rd, it wasn't a big deal to shift and I would sometimes shift without using the clutch as well.
Also, in the mornings, I would pull the clutch in (bike in first) and hit the starter and it would pull the bike forward some since the clutch was not fully releasing. The clutch started to grab first gear really fast which is not normal either. I have noticed this in the past as well on long multi-day rides, but never thought much of it.
I use Mobil1 oil (full synth), could that be part of the issue?
Ideas, suggestions or comments?
Other than that, I had no issues at all and had a great time around the L.A./San Diego area (besides the heat and traffic).