Favorite clutch cable?

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Nov 28, 2012 | 11:49 AM

rquest

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Favorite clutch cable?

I asked a similar question a couple of weeks ago but didn't get any replies, maybe I need to rephrase. I'm looking for a clutch cable that is easier to pull. Anybody?

Nov 29, 2012 | 05:36 AM

grbrown

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Yes, a HD Diamondback. I have a beefed up clutch on my Glide and also used a clutchlite to reduce clutch lever effort. Having installed a new Diamondback cable the action was so improved I removed the clutchlite!

Nov 30, 2012 | 12:26 AM

rquest

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Originally Posted by grbrown

Really? Thanks, I'll check it out!
Edit: Well I checked it out and no offense but first of all I hate stainless or chrome cables, they only make a bike look more cluttered IMO. But nowhere did they mention that it was smooth or easy to pull. Other cables have Teflon or internally lubed or what have you. Are you sure your old cable was not just old, stiff and dry? Would any cable have been an improvement or do you swear by this Diamondback? Do you still have the clutchlite?

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Nov 30, 2012 | 05:36 PM

ev0lution7

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i got a Barnett... cable its a Telon linned and the cable is teflon covered! it worked wonders to smooth cable pull... if you want a LIGHTER pull then a EZ pull kit would be your best bet.