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Offline OApb

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purpose of switch in the clutch perch?
« on: June 11, 2009, 05:39:39 PM »
Hey guys, I was wondering what purpose the switch in the clutch perch serves? Im talking about the one that gets actuadted when the clutch lever is pulled and released. Thanks

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Re: purpose of switch in the clutch perch?
« Reply #1 on: June 11, 2009, 06:16:02 PM »
kills the starter. so you cant start the bike with the clutch out.
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Re: purpose of switch in the clutch perch?
« Reply #2 on: June 11, 2009, 06:20:44 PM »
Yes, it i supposed to keep the bike from starting with the drive wheel engaged.
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Re: purpose of switch in the clutch perch?
« Reply #3 on: June 11, 2009, 06:52:51 PM »
thanks guys. that might explain why the bike wouldnt work with the universal perch and lever i bought after the original perch broke at the adjustment screw
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Re: purpose of switch in the clutch perch?
« Reply #4 on: June 11, 2009, 06:54:52 PM »
just wire the switch leads together, and stuff it in the headlight bucket.
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Re: purpose of switch in the clutch perch?
« Reply #5 on: June 11, 2009, 07:07:43 PM »
already purchased a replacement stock left controls/perch unit so no need for the universal ones anymore
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