Why does my intruder intruder clutch keep slipping?
@markpa28r as clutch components wear, the fluid level in the reservoir will be lower as it automatically adjusts for wear. There is no routine adjustment necessary nor possible. Here is the part of the manual that deals with the clutch of your Intruder Intruder Clutch
What is the manual for a Suzuki Intruder?
This detailed, comprehensive manual covers the U.S and U.K. models of the Suzuki Intruder 700-800 cc V- twins from 1985-on. The expert text gives complete information on mainte- nance, tune-up, repair and overhaul. Hundreds of photos and drawings guide you through every step.
What should I do if my Clutch is slipping?
Next before replacing your clutch put the bike on the center kick and get the rear tire off the ground wieght the front end so the rear tire stays in the air then put the bike in gear and run it at an idle for a while then try giving it short bursts of power and watch for slippage as the clutches work in the new oil the clutch should improve.
Can you use car oil on a wet clutch?
The shear stability of car oil is not good enough for the gearbox of a bike and its wet clutch system . it will work for a while but then as the velocity of the oil breaks down your clutch will suffer and die . It costs more but is defiantly worth the money to always use a good quality motorcycle oil .
@markpa28r as clutch components wear, the fluid level in the reservoir will be lower as it automatically adjusts for wear. There is no routine adjustment necessary nor possible. Here is the part of the manual that deals with the clutch of your Intruder Intruder Clutch
Next before replacing your clutch put the bike on the center kick and get the rear tire off the ground wieght the front end so the rear tire stays in the air then put the bike in gear and run it at an idle for a while then try giving it short bursts of power and watch for slippage as the clutches work in the new oil the clutch should improve.
The shear stability of car oil is not good enough for the gearbox of a bike and its wet clutch system . it will work for a while but then as the velocity of the oil breaks down your clutch will suffer and die . It costs more but is defiantly worth the money to always use a good quality motorcycle oil .