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Jul 29, 2006 | 04:49 PM

WARG

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Clutch Adjustment

I just adjusted my clutch b/c I changed out my clutch cable when I put on my new handlebars. How can I be sure I adjusted it properly? Is there anything I can look for that would indicate it is not adjusted properly?

Jul 29, 2006 | 06:16 PM

FXST

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RE: Clutch Adjustment

I am pretty sure the free travel movement on your clutch lever should be between 1/8-1/4 of an inch at the very end.

Jul 29, 2006 | 08:26 PM

WARG

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RE: Clutch Adjustment

The clutch has about 1/8" free play before it engages when the lever is squeezed.

Jul 29, 2006 | 09:42 PM

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RE: Clutch Adjustment

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ORIGINAL: WARG

The clutch has about 1/8" free play before it engages when the lever is squeezed.

That sounds perfect. Time to ride.

Jul 29, 2006 | 10:46 PM

HarleyWood

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RE: Clutch Adjustment

The 1/8' of free travel at the lever is just an indicator of how much slack is in the cable. The clutch adjustment is done inside the primary.

The service manual has a pretty straight forward routine, but I like this procedure from the DIY forum here.

very easy and perfect every time..

https://www.hdforums.com/m_70839/tm.htm