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Offline Piet

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Clutch Lever adjustment.
« on: February 01, 2014, 05:11:04 PM »
The original farkle was posted on www.st-riders.net/index.php?topic=3518.0

It's a detailed write up, and I read it a number of times absorbing what was being explained.  I decided this was for me because I HATE THE STANDARD SETUP.  The clutch lever is way to far out before the clutch starts too engage, and I was using only the tips of my fingers and I simply did not have enough control.   

So I purchased a new clutch lever as I wanted to not have the bike down while I was fiddling.
I followed the instructions used the vernier  callipers for measurement etc.  I found very little difference to his measurements.

After working out what I needed in terms of push rod length I found a long screw that did not have the thread all the way,  so I cut a new rod out of the shaft section, lopped off the head and thread, rounded the end correctly and tried it first.  I wanted to try it before committing the original rod to the new size.  It worked a treat loved the new positioning.  Only down side of this new shaft was I had a lot of slop or end play in the leaver from the new disengaged position and where it used to be and of course no rubber boot in position. I ended up cutting the original push rod down to 35mm in length a drop of 6mm.
I did not have any cloth reinforced duct tape so simply used black electrical insulation tape to form up the extra length to the levers travel limit end stop.  I purchased the JB Weld epoxy on ebay and it went perfectly.  I was pleasantly  surprised out how easy the filing and adjustment actually turned out to be.  Don't be put off, it was straight forward just slow as you have to wait the 24 hours for the epoxy to set properly.  Adjustment was also easy, I went slowly, filing it to the right length.  The epoxy was relatively soft so a real nice texture to work with.  Patience was all it needed. 
I now have a clutch lever that engages/disengages much closer to the handle bars,
At rest the lever sits out at the same dimension as the RH side brake lever. 
I have much greater control as I am now using my fingers rather than just the tips previously.
The adding of the epoxy tip means you don't have any slop where the lever could just go out to where it normally sits when disengaged.
I know the distance between engaged and disengaged is the same as before just moved in closer but the feel is just so much better.
I rate rate this as my #1 farkle because,
  .  I use it all the time obviously,
  .  In my books its a safety issue (do a really tight turn and try to control the clutch with the tips of your fingers and its a good chance you could stall it, dropping the bike on its side)
  .  If you do stall and drop her on her side its not much fun if someone else is approaching in a car, truck or tram
  .  Not to mention the embarrassment
  .  Nor the subsequent hernia picking her up.

In my books this farkle is a must.  Its great.  Very highly recommended.  Its not as difficult as a first read might indicate.  Give it a try.
« Last Edit: February 01, 2014, 06:13:15 PM by Piet »
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Re: Clutch Lever adjustment.
« Reply #1 on: February 01, 2014, 06:33:26 PM »
That is why I bought a clutch and brake set for a VFR from the net (matching handles). Just drop out the old and drop in the new. No measuring involved, literally 10 min to do the job.
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Re: Clutch Lever adjustment.
« Reply #2 on: February 01, 2014, 09:06:24 PM »
I'm with Brock, it was a lot less stuffing around.
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Re: Clutch Lever adjustment.
« Reply #3 on: February 01, 2014, 11:34:45 PM »
I'm with Brock, it was a lot less stuffing around.
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Re: Clutch Lever adjustment.
« Reply #4 on: February 02, 2014, 12:59:35 PM »
Yes and easy on the 1300 also CBR1000 fit the clutch I did mine first change after having it done on my old 1100 nice mod

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Re: Clutch Lever adjustment.
« Reply #5 on: January 13, 2017, 03:13:32 PM »
Thank you Brock and Yorkie.

I purchased a clutch lever assy from Two Wheel Wreckers in Osborne  Park for a reasonable amount and delivery was a couple of days.
Part number LCH20B (it is for a VFR750) but fits the ST1100 without any changes.

They had a silver one on the wall and were most helpful in assisting me to try it out befor ordering. (Hence I  provide the part number)
Do go/call TWW (08 9444 1484) before going elsewhere as they may have what you need in store.

I now have a black brand new clutch lever that can be adjusted and feels like it belongs there.

A lot less stuffing around. :beers  :thumbs

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Re: Clutch Lever adjustment.
« Reply #6 on: January 14, 2017, 09:14:01 PM »
Glad you got it sorted Greg
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1971 CB750K2
1980 XV750
1977 GL1000
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Re: Clutch Lever adjustment.
« Reply #7 on: July 15, 2017, 10:40:14 PM »
Hi all....as stated above...I switched out a vfr750 adjustable clutch today in a few minutes...test ride tomorrow..Here's an ebay link to black coloured ones to match the st1100
https://www.ebay.com.au/p/honda-vfr-750-vfr800-vtr-1000-cbr-1100xx-clutch-lever/1292051012?_trksid=p2047675.l2644
Chris
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