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Nov 9, 2014 | 12:37 PM

#11

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Bike should be stone cold before an attempt to adjust.
Stone cold is sitting overnight...not just waiting an hour to cool off.

Nov 9, 2014 | 12:45 PM

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dyna rider

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Dri Slide

This is what I use after I adjust the clutch.

http://www.drislide.com/products/dri...ly-lubricant-3

Nov 9, 2014 | 01:09 PM

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103 sedona orange

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RC, Like was mentioned, it's a safety issue & you want it down correctly this time. Not just the cable either. Good luck. Please let's know how it works out for you.

Nov 9, 2014 | 01:46 PM

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bklynbob

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WD is not a lubricant.

Nov 9, 2014 | 01:47 PM

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skiddd

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Man, some dealership service areas are really sad. something as simple as adjusting a clutch was screwed up, there is no excuse for this crap.

Nov 9, 2014 | 02:37 PM

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johnnynitro

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bklynbob

WD is not a lubricant.

VERY True !!!!! Allot of people don't know this !!!!!!!!!!!!

Nov 9, 2014 | 03:14 PM

#17

bikerlaw

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bklynbob

WD is not a lubricant.

LOL, really. Here's a quote from the WD40 website:

WD40 is an "Anti-rust agent and lubricant"

Either way, WD40 is superb at freeing up sticky or tight clutch cables. Not saying there aren't other, or even better products. But certainly,WD40 works well.

Last edited by bikerlaw; Nov 9, 2014 at 03:21 PM.

Nov 9, 2014 | 03:48 PM

#18

ddm502001

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Last service my ride was fine going in, lever was 'sticky' pulling in and releasing when picked up so I took it back in, shop foreman sent it to the back and they cleaned all the excess lube and dirt out of the lever assembly then back to normal. Have to keep an eye on how things are getting done at any shop anymore, be a demanding customer or you will get crappier and crappier service.

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Nov 9, 2014 | 10:33 PM

#19

RCinLaveen

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Thanks for the replys all. The bike is at the shop, Indy not dealer, who has done good work in the past. I'm kinda bummed about this one though. I'll find out more next week.

Nov 9, 2014 | 11:08 PM

#20

Hausguy

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My understanding is that newer bikes, and yours qualifies, have teflon coated cables and SHOULD NOT be lubricated. Also, aside from a possible mis-adjustment by the tech, the type of oil in the primary could make a difference. I had problems with Syn 3 and as soon as I changed it out all was well.

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