Changing clutch basket, have a quick question
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Cruiser
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Changing clutch basket, have a quick question
Okay so I need to change my clutch basket because the ring gear is shot, does anyone know off hand what size the front and rear nut is? Need to pick up some sockets for them tomorrow...
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not off the top of my head
more importantly check your manual- on most models the clutch nut is left hand thread
do not use air impact tools on this or on the comp sprocket bolt.
and disconnect the battery...
mike
more importantly check your manual- on most models the clutch nut is left hand thread
do not use air impact tools on this or on the comp sprocket bolt.
and disconnect the battery...
mike
Last edited by mkguitar; Mar 31, 2015 at 10:45 PM.
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an impact on the comp can knock the magnets off the rotor...when you start up they destroy the stator= $$$
impact on the clutch hub can destroy the shifter dogs in the tranny= $$$$
how to lock these?
plastic tools are made which will lock your primary.
some of us use wood, a rag or hemp rope....jammed into the primary chain/sprocket.
to lock the motor, take out a spark plug, turn the motor to BDC...insert hemp rope in thru plug hole....turn motor forward it will hit the rope and jam.
all natural fibers are best- no plastic, nylon, polyester
mike
impact on the clutch hub can destroy the shifter dogs in the tranny= $$$$
how to lock these?
plastic tools are made which will lock your primary.
some of us use wood, a rag or hemp rope....jammed into the primary chain/sprocket.
to lock the motor, take out a spark plug, turn the motor to BDC...insert hemp rope in thru plug hole....turn motor forward it will hit the rope and jam.
all natural fibers are best- no plastic, nylon, polyester
mike
Last edited by mkguitar; Mar 31, 2015 at 10:40 PM.
Tourer
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Block of wood to wedge between sprocket and chain.A binding aid so to speak.Anyhow,FWIW,I've used an impact on BOTH of these sprockets (and not only on my current bikes) since the need arose (late 70's) and have never had a problem doing so.
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Buy or make yourself a jam bar that works between the clutch hub and compensator. They work great to remove and install/re-torque both of the nuts.
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Lastly GET A MANUAL. It will show you the right tools to use.