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Have a sticky clutch on an 850 G and looked at the manual to see what I would need to take it apart and inspect. The manual suggests replacing the piano wire clip when you take it apart. Z-1 didn't have them in stock and before I look too far I was wondering if these can be made easily or if the manual is going overboard on replacing them every time they are taken apart.
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Can't help you with your 'frequency of replacement' question, but can offer this:Originally posted by Jamesp View Post
Z1 is a great place to shop. MOST of what they show on their website is in-stock and ready to ship. However, they don't carry much in the way of OEM equipment, and have to order it from the Suzuki warehouse, just like any of the other online vendors that we use. If you want to order it from Z1, call them or send them an e-mail, they will be happy to order it. You will likely need to find the part number (it makes Z1's life a bit easier, too), so look it up ahead of time.
Or, you can order it from the place you are looking up the part number. Parts Outlaw is one of the favorite OEM vendors. When you get to the Checkout page, look for the promo field, enter the word BANG, you will get free shipping.
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I wonder how long they still be offering that BANG code. Seems like they've been doing it for some time now. Not that I'm complaining!!!http://img633.imageshack.us/img633/811/douMvs.jpg
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I have NEVER put that wire back in on any clutch I have ever worked on. All you need to do is put a little bit of grease on the wave washer & "L" washer behind the first plate, to hold them in place while you put everything back together. Street bike, drag bike, road race bike, no issue.
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Thanks for the info guys!!!Comment
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the piano wire is only removed if you are replacing the steel that it holds in place against the inner hub.
you mentioned a sticky clutch?
if that's the case just remove the plates and re-install....no reason to remove the piano wire.Comment
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I am assuming that a sticky clutch is the case. The bike sat for about 4 months waiting on some upgrades. Last week I noticed that it doesn't disengage when I pull the clutch in.
Thanks again for the info!!!Comment
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