Cable Extension
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Cable Extension
I want the 12" R6C bars as seen here: http://cgi.ebay.ca/12-handlebars-cab...item1c1c914890
Will I need to extend the cables assuming stock risers? If I do, how hard is it to install the cables themselves?
Will I need to extend the cables assuming stock risers? If I do, how hard is it to install the cables themselves?
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Am I missing something? The kit on ebay looks to be complete for a specific range of years with new throttle, idle and clutch cables plus wiring. Nothing to extend-rewire (internal) for switch wiring, install new throttle/idle and clutch cables.
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Goes to show what I know. That'll save me some trouble.
As far as removing the old cables from the control housing and installing new ones, what is involved? The clutch and throttle won't be an issue, but the individual wires look like they could be trouble. Do they just unclip from the controls and the new ones go in?
As far as removing the old cables from the control housing and installing new ones, what is involved? The clutch and throttle won't be an issue, but the individual wires look like they could be trouble. Do they just unclip from the controls and the new ones go in?
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Most work on a Harley is simple when you have seen it done, have excellent instructions with a lot of pictures and have the proper tools. Harley wiring is a good example. They use a lot of neat tricks to keep things modular in nature but the contact ends tend to be delicate and may require very special proprietary tools to redo if you damage somthing during disassembly. Your first requirement will be a model specific repair manual. A new clutch cable, for example, will install just like the current one did, which should be covered in the manual. Installs like you're looking at don't tend to be as plug and play as is usually implied. You are also going to have to disassemble your switch housings (should just be two screws and they clam-shell together) and replace throttle and idle cables and rewire your switches. Can't say how involved the wiring will be-it depends on what the kit includes. Loosen both throttle and idle cables at the adjustment area (covered by a rubber sleeve just below the throttle) and remove at the top end. Keep an eye on the small brass ferules that retain the cable ends in the throttle housing-they like to jump out. Remove your air cleaner to get at the cable ends in the fuel throttle body. Reverse the process to install new after you position the throttle assy on the new bars. Just remember that if you choose to tackle the job yourself, the bike won't be rideable if you jack something up and then you will need to trailer it to a repair facility.
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