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Old Jun 18, 2017 | 09:13 AM
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Got used to it. Don't notice now.
 
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Old Oct 24, 2018 | 03:20 PM
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If you do not want to get into the engine, www.AdaptiveTechnologyLLC.com has produced the EZ-F Powered Clutch System for anyone that has problems pulling the clutch. I have one on my Fat-boy and it works perfectly. I can pull the clutch handle with one finger. I also had nerve damage to my left arm.

It is all done electro-mechanically and it is easy to install between the clutch handle and clutch cable and mounts to the handle bars, windshield, or frame. It solved my problem of not being able to ride.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2018 | 06:30 AM
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Originally Posted by dave the welder
Yeah, mine is harder to pull than my old Street Bob, the friction zone is way out there also. You'll get used to it. My bike is hard to find neutral, best to bump the throttle and it pops in.


So that's how you do it. Alright!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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Old Oct 25, 2018 | 06:54 PM
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Originally Posted by 1Wpgs4
If you do not want to get into the engine, www.AdaptiveTechnologyLLC.com has produced the EZ-F Powered Clutch System for anyone that has problems pulling the clutch. I have one on my Fat-boy and it works perfectly. I can pull the clutch handle with one finger. I also had nerve damage to my left arm.

It is all done electro-mechanically and it is easy to install between the clutch handle and clutch cable and mounts to the handle bars, windshield, or frame. It solved my problem of not being able to ride.
Great, if you have an old Harley with a cable, but it's not the cable clutches that are a problem.
 

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Old Oct 25, 2018 | 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by GOV5

So that's how you do it. Alright!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The advanced way is to grab the front brake, let the clutch out til the motor lugs a little, blip the throttle, yank the clutch in and tap the lever as the Rs drop.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2018 | 02:14 PM
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I have the PSR Journey clutch lever. It made a huge difference for me. I like it much better than the Oberon (that's up for sell, after using for two weeks).

PSR Journey Adjustable Clutch Lever
 
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Old Oct 29, 2018 | 02:28 PM
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My brother hates the new clutch so he went to the dealer Saturday and they are now selling a clutch pack as he called it. Its supposed to update your clutch to the 2019 models. The parts person said he has already sold a lot of them. Around $300 and of course you may need someone to install it.

Before buying it, go test ride a 2019, that's what my bro did and he plunked the money down, said the 2019's are how its supposed to be. Me? I'm used to mine now and could care less, bit some guys just hate it that much
 

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Old Oct 29, 2018 | 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Beerbar
My brother hates the new clutch so he went to the dealer Saturday and they are now selling a clutch pack as he called it. Its supposed to update your clutch to the 2019 models. The parts person said he has already sold a lot of them. Around $300 and of course you may need someone to install it.

Before buying it, go test ride a 2019, that's what my bro did and he plunked the money down, said the 2019's are how its supposed to be. Me? I'm used to mine now and could care less, bit some guys just hate it that much
The 2019 Clutch is the same as the 2018/17 with the exception of a spring damper seat which is 13 bucks. I wonder what he's getting for 300?
 
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Pshhh. Stiff clutch, indeed. LOL.
 
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Old Oct 29, 2018 | 04:07 PM
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he went in for that part and was told that's not the only thing that should be changed out. Just that part would give it a harder pull and he has a bad tendon so he spent the money. Not sure what else is in there, have to wait and see whats in the box.
 
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