Ok I just got an update from the dealership this afternoon. The #4 shifter fork was bent to hell as well as the actual transmission gears were damaged. Looks like I'm getting a new transmission! And the best part is that mother Kaw is going to cover all of it!! That extended warranty sure payed off today.
I should have the bike some time next month is what they're telling me. Now I'm just wondering how or what caused this much damage.
My previous '07 Connie had twice the mileage as this newer model and operated FLAWLESSLY.