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'easy' clutch

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by SnoSheriff, Oct 18, 2005.

  1. SnoSheriff

    SnoSheriff Site Owner Staff Member Administrator

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    Brother in-law has 'easy' clutch on his Suzuki. It's very soft and easy to pull.

    My XJ clutch is fairly stiff and in busy city traffic sure gives the wrist a workout. Does anyone know if there is an easy clutch conversion for the XJs?
     
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    You can lube the cable and that will likely fix it up. Also, verify that the cable is routed properly (XJCD has a cable routing guide), as any sharp bends will make it difficult to pull.
    If all else fails, perhaps a new cable ($15 or so) is in order. Make sure it's routed correctly when you install it.
     
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    SnoSheriff Site Owner Staff Member Administrator

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    Various lube maintenance will be on my spring list.

    Other then the cable, there is nothing else one can do to make the clutch lever softer?
     
    SnoSheriff, Oct 26, 2005
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    coreymtinskey New Member

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    First try lubbing up the spring at the end of the clutch cable. I did this on accident and my clutch is like butter! :D
     
    coreymtinskey, Nov 11, 2005
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    SnoSheriff Site Owner Staff Member Administrator

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    This got me so excited I ran to my garage and started looking for the spray lube. I pressed the clutch in and sprayed inside where the cable attaches to the lever. It’s better now but still pretty stiff. Not butter :(.

    It does feel like it's more spring related issue then the cable but where the heck is that spring. I'll have a closer look tomorrow.
     
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    Yep, if lubing doesn't fix it then it will have to wait till spring for a closer inspection. Is Yamaha dealer the best place for replacement cable? Hmmm, maybe Ebay?
     
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    coreymtinskey, Nov 19, 2005
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    Most easy clutch kits involve a small pulley on which the clutch cable rides. If you can find one small enough and find a way to mount it you would be set.
     
    capy, Dec 9, 2005
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    When I had my '83 900, I lengthened the clutch actuating arm by 10mm.
    this gave more leverage on the clutch and made the lever a one finger pull. Everyone used to tell me my clutch was shot when they felt the lever. Uh....yeah, OK.

    All I did was weld a longer piece of metal onto the arm, then cut the hole for the cable holder 10mm further out. Finished it up and painted it. You couldn't even tell.
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Well, look who's back!!! Only been 13 years! Good to see you here again :)
     
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