2007-12-24 11:57:02 · 7 answers · asked by Yusuke U 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
I do not know who gave Bob H a bad mark, but he is the only one close to correct.
Yes, you do not want too much play, but the play can come from two places. Most bikes, but not all, have 2 adjustments. One is the clutch push-rod , other is the cable. Note: there are some bikes which have only 1 adjustment, the cable, and you have to know which you have. If you have 2 adjustments. tighten the push rod adjustment, with cable loose, until it is snug. Then back out adjustment about 2 turns. Then tighten cable adjustment until you have about 1/8" play in the cable. Tighten all locks. Clutch should operate smoothly. If you determine the cable is the only adjustment, tighten the adjustor till you have about 1/8" play.
If you do not know which type you have, try this: ,if the cable and operating arm are attached to the cover over the clutch, likely it is only cable adjuster. If the cable attaches to the sprocket side of the bike, most likely it is a push rod adjuster also. Note that the adjuster may be on either side of the bike. Note that these are general statements,some bikes do things differently. Best to get a manual if you can not figure it out from these instructions.
Tomcotexas.
2007-12-24 15:03:32 · answer #1 · answered by tomcotexas 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes, more "free play" = loose clutch cable
If you can pull the clutch lever halfway to the handlebars before the cable gets any tension on it, then the clutch will only be disengaged 1/2 way.
If there is no free play, the cable is already starting to disengage the clutch.
Then the clutch would be slipping and ware down prematurely.
2007-12-24 12:47:26 · answer #2 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the make a model you have. I would find were the cable goes. since you cable had broken you may want to see if you can get grip the cable with a set of pliers and pull the the cable mandule. This will active the clutch and you should be able to put it in N. Then load on a trailer and take it there. I would not ride it there as you have not way to put it in 1St or N to stop.
2016-05-26 04:01:55 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually, a lot of play at the clutch lever means the cable has stretched, and needs adjusting. In sever cases, with enough free play, it COULD get to the point where the clutch is not fully disengaging, making shifting rough/difficult, and speeding transmission gear/driving dog wear.
2007-12-24 22:59:52 · answer #4 · answered by strech 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
loose clutches are bad that means ur power shifting when u shift (not using the clutch) i like a stiff clutch cuz it pops faster so i can rip nasty whooooooooolyyyysss ahahah yeah man buy a new clutch cable hit up ur local atv/dirtbike/motorcycle dealer and they can get u the OEM clutch cable it takes 10 seconds to instal and makes whooooolying easier and makes the life of ur engine longer
whoooolying = whooly action = wheelie lol
2007-12-27 17:08:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
type of bike would be nice but usually you have to adjust the clutch disc first then take out any other play with the cable adjustment donnt go too tight alittle play is normal.
2007-12-24 12:42:32 · answer #6 · answered by bob h 3 · 3⤊ 2⤋
you need like a 1/4 inch of play
2007-12-24 14:17:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋