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Offline Gurp

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Clutch question 74 cb550
« on: June 16, 2012, 03:33:08 AM »
So my clutch lever is extremely hard to pull. if i adjust the cable so it feel like it should  my kickstarter wont engage the engine. and this is a issue bc i run kick only.. it also wants to pull forward in first with the clutch lever pulled in.
i know this is prolly a dumb question.. i think i need a clutch but i figureed  would get thhe input of ppol how know alittle more on the subject..


Thanks Ron
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Re: Clutch question 74 cb550
« Reply #1 on: June 16, 2012, 05:37:42 AM »
sounds like your clutch plates are sticking. Take them out and clean them. Also any ridges you find on the clutch basket, file them smooth.
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Re: Clutch question 74 cb550
« Reply #2 on: June 16, 2012, 12:02:07 PM »
that sounds right to me considering before i got it it hadnt been started in a few years.
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Re: Clutch question 74 cb550
« Reply #3 on: June 17, 2012, 04:38:38 AM »
Only once I bought an aftermarket clutch cable. Hanging freely it felt just fine, once installed it was a different story. The difference between this thing and a new OEM was incredible. I'm sure it's not only the cable causing your problem, just something else to consider.
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Re: Clutch question 74 cb550
« Reply #4 on: June 17, 2012, 04:13:33 PM »
well its kinda rigged cable... its off a suzuki. its but im not sure if that was the cause.
thanks ill consider this too..

btw does anyone know how to clean the clutch or tell if its overly worn??? im sure its diff then on a car or truck lol
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