Clutch question
Clutch question
My Pop has an 02 FLHP 25,000 miles on it, and his clutch is REALLY stiff. I have an 01, and there's no comparison. Would you guys start with trying to lube the cable, or does this sound like something with the clutch itself ?
I know you can't really diagnose over the computer, just wondering if anyone else has had this problem ?
I tried a search, and found a few on clutch assist.
I know you can't really diagnose over the computer, just wondering if anyone else has had this problem ?
I tried a search, and found a few on clutch assist.
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you can check the cable for free easy movement.
if your bike had a previous owner they may have installed a " easy boy lite clutch kit", which is still made by Burly...about $30.
this installs inside the tranny end cover and increases the leverage...longer pull, less effort. ( HD went to their own version of this about 2007)
install takes almost no time, esp is the header is not in the way.
mike
if your bike had a previous owner they may have installed a " easy boy lite clutch kit", which is still made by Burly...about $30.
this installs inside the tranny end cover and increases the leverage...longer pull, less effort. ( HD went to their own version of this about 2007)
install takes almost no time, esp is the header is not in the way.
mike
Watched a video with them taking the cable off, and using a special tool, is this right ? Cable should move back and forth inside the covering pretty easy (while off the bike), correct ?
Thanks !
Thanks !
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with the cable off the bike it should move very freely. I wouldnt take the cable off the bike just to lube it
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I have 2003 electra glide classic. Always kept cable and pivot points lubed. Cable did go bad after all the years. Checked with cable unhooked and definitely had stiff spot in it. Installed klockwerks ergo bars, new clutch cable and a Mueller power clutch where clutch cable hooks on to. Amazing difference. Close to half of the effort of stock set up.
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