Topic: Went out today and snap there went my clutch cable Easy fix?

[JACKOCASTER75CB550K]

Snapped my clutch cable coming around a corner today..Is there anything I should avoid when installing the new cable? And am I going to have to re-adjust with the nut adjuster on the bottom of the cover as for I just had the clutch adjusted at my local shop?Any info or steps on the install would be much appreciated for  Ive never changed one before.I suppose I should buy a repair manual but you guys are better than that...Also how are the motion pro cables?Hopefully good I ordered 1...

[nevernoluck]

You migh be able to find a manual to download here in the FAQ section but yes it should be a relatively easy fix, as for adjusting it you might be fine, try it and find out

[BobbyR]

It is pretty simple. I used Honda cables and they are fine. Just with the routing.

[kghost]

No you generally do not need to readjust the clutch under the cover.

Install the new cable and adjust it properly.

What you do need to do is lube the cable internally before you install it.

Pro motion for example makes a cheap inexpensive cable lubrication tool.

I lube my cables about once a year. I can't remember the last one that broke.

Here is one on Ozzie ebay. I'm sure there will be one where you are at........


http://compare.ebay.com.au/like/330865881034?ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&cbt=y&_lwgsi=y&item_id=330865881034

[JACKOCASTER75CB550K]

Funny thing is I just had it lubed and adjusted and there was one single fray I never would of thought it would of snapped from that but I know now...I guess that was my warning..What lube would you recommend?Lithiium?

[754]

Dd you lube inside the lever ? The bending motion if its dry up there, breaks the cable..

[Djfob]

Lubing the cable? This is something totally new to me.

[JACKOCASTER75CB550K]

The shop lubed and adjusted it so I would say yes..Must of been the original cable..

[JACKOCASTER75CB550K]

Could you please advise on what side to start the cable stop on? Handle or Lever mechanism?I would really appreciate it I want to avoid trial n error if possible..Thx much for all the help with your helpful comments..I just ordered that lube tool..I would not have know about that and would of prolly snapped the new on with a dry cable...