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Did a quick search didnt find what i was looking for so... i have a 1982 stock GS750EZ and i don't know how much play should be in the lever. Also, where would i take the measurements, between the gap where the lever meets the handle body or what?
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The gap is measured from the lever at the cable attachment edge to the handlebar housing. Usually you want about 1/4" to 3/8" free play.
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Originally posted by SuzukiGS750EZ View PostKomorebi-The light filtering through the trees.
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If I had 1/4 to 3/8 inch of freeplay "from the lever at the cable attachment edge to the handlebar housing", I would not be able to put the bike in gear. :shock:
My Clymer manual calls for 2-3 mm (1/16 to 1/8 inch) of free play at the handlebar lever. The picture in the book shows a gap where the cable enters the lever. Personally, I try to keep mine closer to the 1/16" side of it. This assures that the clutch opens far enough to release pressure on the plates so the bike can be put into gear at a stop.
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If 1/8" works for you, not a problem. :-) Once my clutch lever reaches the tension point, another 1/4" of movement of the lever end will disengage the clutch entirely.
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Originally posted by Steve View PostKomorebi-The light filtering through the trees.
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My original owners manual calls for 2-3 mm also. Also stated as .08-.12 inch. The idea is to have some slack in the cable whenever it's released, to insure full engagement of the plates. Anymore than some, is a waste of clutch throw.Last edited by Guest; 04-06-2007, 01:31 AM.Comment
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So then what, i should adjust it to 2 mm?Comment
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Yep, book calls for 2-3 mm.
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mine: 2000 Honda GoldWing GL1500SE and 1980 GS850G'K' "Junior"
hers: 1982 GS850GL - "Angel" and 1969 Suzuki T250 Scrambler
#1 son: 1986 Yamaha Venture Royale 1300 and 1982 GS650GL "Rat Bagger"
#2 son: 1980 GS1000G
Family Portrait
Siblings and Spouses
Mom's first ride
Want a copy of my valve adjust spreadsheet for your 2-valve per cylinder engine? Send me an e-mail request (not a PM)
(Click on my username in the upper-left corner for e-mail info.)Comment
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Will do, thanks guys. I thought i read that somewhere but just wanted to make sure. I gotta pick up one of those clymer manuals.Comment
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