clutch cable adjustment
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When I do, I'm probably working on my bike!
Last edited by Def Mute; Mar 13, 2013 at 08:26 PM.
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Moving the clutch cable adjustment to achieve this is essentially adding too much play in the cable. To fully disengage the clutch you need the full length of the cable to pull the clutch release mechanism around. Adding play at the cable lessens the amount of movement in the clutch release mechanism, and it can cause the clutch to not disengage fully.
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Evidently, you missed the edit above, which I had added about three minutes after you responded...
I added that bit after having gone back and reading your posts in the links you provided. Not meaning any disrespect to your opinion, but sometimes an opinion overlooks that which may be unknown...
Edit:
Moving the clutch cable adjustment to achieve this is essentially adding too much play in the cable. To fully disengage the clutch you need the full length of the cable to pull the clutch release mechanism around. Adding play at the cable lessens the amount of movement in the clutch release mechanism, and it can cause the clutch to not disengage fully.
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Evidently, you missed the edit above, which I had added about three minutes after you responded...
I added that bit after having gone back and reading your posts in the links you provided. Not meaning any disrespect to your opinion, but sometimes an opinion overlooks that which may be unknown...
As for your edit, relative to too much freeplay in the cable... What is too much play in the cable? Anything more than the factory recommended 1/16" to 1/8" clearance at the ferrule? I just don't see it that way. My definition of too much play in the cable is when you can't disengage the clutch. Anything up to that point will allow proper clutch operation and is ok by me. And I addressed that in item 2) of my original post.
Glad that this has been a civil discussion to this point. If it degenerates like so many of these debates do - I'm outta here.
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Like I said, there is a fair amount of skepticism and controversy relative to my recommendation to adjust the location of the friction zone by adjusting the cable, and that's ok. That's also why I said that everyone can decide for themselves. I've decided it works for me and I think anyone with a mind open enough to try will find it will work for them too. Anyone who disagrees is perfectly free to do so. But I'd bet those who object the loudest have never tried it.
As for your edit, relative to too much freeplay in the cable... What is too much play in the cable? Anything more than the factory recommended 1/16" to 1/8" clearance at the ferrule? I just don't see it that way. My definition of too much play in the cable is when you can't disengage the clutch. Anything up to that point will allow proper clutch operation and is ok by me. And I addressed that in item 2) of my original post.
Glad that this has been a civil discussion to this point. If it degenerates like so many of these debates do - I'm outta here.
As for your edit, relative to too much freeplay in the cable... What is too much play in the cable? Anything more than the factory recommended 1/16" to 1/8" clearance at the ferrule? I just don't see it that way. My definition of too much play in the cable is when you can't disengage the clutch. Anything up to that point will allow proper clutch operation and is ok by me. And I addressed that in item 2) of my original post.
Glad that this has been a civil discussion to this point. If it degenerates like so many of these debates do - I'm outta here.
As I stated earlier, I mean no disrespect to your opinion. Just telling it as I see it.
I don't debate. I discuss, and attempt to clarify...
Last edited by Def Mute; Mar 13, 2013 at 10:58 PM.
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I guess this is what you need:
www.expertvillage.com/interviews/motorcycle-maintenance.htm
Greetz Peter
www.expertvillage.com/interviews/motorcycle-maintenance.htm
Greetz Peter
Thanks!
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After reading my service manual and watching a youtube video I adjusted my clutch this morning. Didn't realize how much a new cable stretches!! Feels as good as gold now. Don't let it intimidate you...just tear into it and do it.
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Never did it before; took about 20 minutes. Adjusted clutch plates and cable.
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