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Old May 13, 2016 | 11:10 PM
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So I have had to adjust my clutch cable multiple time in the last few days. The adjustment screw on the pressure plate has no more room left. Does this mean it's time for new friction plates? Please help.
 
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Old May 14, 2016 | 02:44 AM
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I think you will find that one or both of these parts is ready for replacement.

 
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Old May 14, 2016 | 09:54 AM
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Which parts are these?
 
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Old May 14, 2016 | 11:04 AM
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And are they on the clutch side or transmission side?
 
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Originally Posted by ReverendBell
Which parts are these?
Originally Posted by ReverendBell
And are they on the clutch side or transmission side?
Throw out bearing and release finger...under transmission cover...common failure on that model...easy fix...or

You can covert to a modern ball and ramp and never have to fix it again.


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The side cover of the tranny?
 
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Old May 14, 2016 | 07:03 PM
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when you're sitting on the bike, the right side trans cover. take the cover off with the bike on the kickstand, you might not even have to drain the trans. the release fingers and the throw out bearing is right there. you can't miss them.
 
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Got it my throw out bearing was completely gone. Thanks for all the help. parts are already ordered. Should be back on the road in a week. You guys rock!!!
 
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Originally Posted by ReverendBell
Got it my throw out bearing was completely gone. Thanks for all the help. parts are already ordered. Should be back on the road in a week. You guys rock!!!
Gotta love a happy ending!!!!
 
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