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Offline Mooshie

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Does anyone know OEM length of clutch cable
« on: April 09, 2019, 07:42:16 PM »
Looking at OEM clutch cable vs. custom clutch cable length.  This is for a 1976 CB550 model.  I have a MotionPro on Dash now and it is custom but considering installing an OEM

I have Norman Hyde M bars on there (not original obviously) so considering going back to OEM unless the length is substantial and then off for custom length.

1976 CB550F
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Offline Scott S

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Re: Does anyone know OEM length of clutch cable
« Reply #1 on: April 10, 2019, 03:30:02 AM »
 Genuine Honda:

Overall Length: 51.375"
Housing Length: 48.75"
Cable Freeplay: 3"


 Aftermarket cables are often slightly different. From the 4into1.com website:

 53 1/4" total length
49 7/16" inner housing (including threaded adjuster)
47 15/16" inner housing (not including threaded adjuster)
3 1/8" free play

Motion Pro brand:

53" total length - 49.5" inner housing - 3.5" slack
'71 CB500 K0
'17 Triumph Street Scrambler
'81 Yamaha XS650

Offline Mooshie

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Re: Does anyone know OEM length of clutch cable
« Reply #2 on: April 10, 2019, 10:42:27 AM »
Thank you Scott.  Appreciate your fast and thorough reply.   :D
1976 CB550F
Standard disclaimer: Remember I am just a girl--so be nice fellows!