Help removing clutch cable
Thread Starter
|
Intermediate
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 36
Likes: 5
Help removing clutch cable
I am swapping my bars to 14in apes and I was wondering if anyone could tell me what parts and or part numbers I will need to replace my clutch cable on my 08 FLHRC? Also does anyone have any tricks as to how to get the old cable off.
Thanks very much.
Thanks very much.
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 869
Likes: 1
From: New York
I put 14" chubbys on my 07 FLHRC a while back and you'll need either +6" or +8" on the new clutch cable length. I went +6 to keep close to bar contour, some like more loop at top of bar, either should work. Removing and installing is no big deal. Just losen clutch cable, pull pin and remove from lever. If your not draining tranny and changing fluid, you'll need to roll bike on some 2x6s to increase lean angle when you drop on jiffy. This way you can pull clutch cover plate without losing all your tranny fluid. I found it easier to just change the fluid. Have a new gasket incase you need it for the cover. Cable just loops of clutch ramp arm, you'll see. I always get enough bend in cable to remove old and catch new without breaking apart ramp and bearings.
Toughest part I always found was starting threads of new cable into clutch housing cover...PITA, especially with tranny fluid all over your hands.
No biggie.
Toughest part I always found was starting threads of new cable into clutch housing cover...PITA, especially with tranny fluid all over your hands.
No biggie.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 9,486
Likes: 4
From: Hico, TX (once home to Billy the Kid)
My dealers service department loosens the threads on the adjusting link all the way out. Then removes the cable from the handlebar end, instead of removing the tranny cover.
This is of course for removing the fairing. Not changing the cable.
This is of course for removing the fairing. Not changing the cable.
Last edited by rocknrod; May 7, 2009 at 12:10 PM.
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,552
Likes: 1
I put 14" chubbys on my 07 FLHRC a while back and you'll need either +6" or +8" on the new clutch cable length. I went +6 to keep close to bar contour, some like more loop at top of bar, either should work. Removing and installing is no big deal. Just losen clutch cable, pull pin and remove from lever. If your not draining tranny and changing fluid, you'll need to roll bike on some 2x6s to increase lean angle when you drop on jiffy. This way you can pull clutch cover plate without losing all your tranny fluid. I found it easier to just change the fluid. Have a new gasket incase you need it for the cover. Cable just loops of clutch ramp arm, you'll see. I always get enough bend in cable to remove old and catch new without breaking apart ramp and bearings.
Toughest part I always found was starting threads of new cable into clutch housing cover...PITA, especially with tranny fluid all over your hands.
No biggie.
Toughest part I always found was starting threads of new cable into clutch housing cover...PITA, especially with tranny fluid all over your hands.
No biggie.
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 591
Likes: 0
From: San Antonio, Tx
I put 14" chubbys on my 07 FLHRC a while back and you'll need either +6" or +8" on the new clutch cable length. I went +6 to keep close to bar contour, some like more loop at top of bar, either should work. Removing and installing is no big deal. Just losen clutch cable, pull pin and remove from lever. If your not draining tranny and changing fluid, you'll need to roll bike on some 2x6s to increase lean angle when you drop on jiffy. This way you can pull clutch cover plate without losing all your tranny fluid. I found it easier to just change the fluid. Have a new gasket incase you need it for the cover. Cable just loops of clutch ramp arm, you'll see. I always get enough bend in cable to remove old and catch new without breaking apart ramp and bearings.
Toughest part I always found was starting threads of new cable into clutch housing cover...PITA, especially with tranny fluid all over your hands.
No biggie.
Toughest part I always found was starting threads of new cable into clutch housing cover...PITA, especially with tranny fluid all over your hands.
No biggie.
Road Warrior
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 1,484
Likes: 2
From: Sarasota, Florida
How do you replace a clutch cable without pulling the trans cover? Something I don't know?
You will need another gasket for the trans cover and trans fluid. As stated above, loosen the adjuster all the way and remove the pin from the handle. With the cable on the floor laying towards the front of the bike, loosen cable on side cover. Put oil pan under trans side cover. Remove side cover then finish removing cable. Reverse procedure to install new cable.
You will need another gasket for the trans cover and trans fluid. As stated above, loosen the adjuster all the way and remove the pin from the handle. With the cable on the floor laying towards the front of the bike, loosen cable on side cover. Put oil pan under trans side cover. Remove side cover then finish removing cable. Reverse procedure to install new cable.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Intermediate
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 36
Likes: 5
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 869
Likes: 1
From: New York
