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Bomber
Posted on Friday, August 04, 2006 - 02:48 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)
I'm helping a friend do some work on an XB this weekend, including replacing a clutch cable -- no service manual for the bike (I'll yell at said friend when I see em!)

is the clutch adjustment like a tuber? that is, turn the srew in til it bottoms lightly, then back out 1/4 turn?

thanks, folks!
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Firebolteric_ma
Posted on Friday, August 04, 2006 - 10:22 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)
yup that is it. then final adjustment on the cable itself
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Redstar11
Posted on Saturday, August 05, 2006 - 12:57 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)
Make sure there is absolutely no tension on the cable. Make sure the lever is fully seated against the perch when making adjustments.
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Bomber
Posted on Saturday, August 05, 2006 - 09:30 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)
thanks fellas -- I appreciate the backup!
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Drfuyutsuki
Posted on Sunday, August 06, 2006 - 04:34 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)
Similar question:
Is there anyway to lengthen the friction zone in the clutch? I coach MSF courses and find some trouble having such a small friction zone.

Josh
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Jackbequick
Posted on Sunday, August 06, 2006 - 09:00 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)
Josh,

The Easy Pull clutch device spreads the friction over a little wider zone. I noticed that right away when I put mine on and liked it. It also put the "starts pulling" point just a little off the grip and I liked that too.

A couple of times in the past when I was helping people to learn the basics, I'd set the RPM up a little and tell them not use the throttle until they had the clutch completely released. That works for some people and bikes and seems to force them to get a little clutch feel quicker.

Jack
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