gears

I have a 2006 VTX 1800c. Just bought it two months ago. Kinda a noob when it comes to bikes. I was riding today and came to a red light. I put the bike into neutral to check saddle bags. I know I know a big no no. When the light turned green, I could not get it into first. Tried to pull...

OK so I am a newbie. I hope someone can point me in the right direction. 2003 VTX1300s, 8600 miles Starts up normally. When I shift into first gear to go, no acceleration at all when I ease off clutch, same for second gear. Matter of fact, when I release clutch lever in gear (not moving)...