Is the clutch lever hard to pull on a Harley Davidson?
If you own a Harley Davidson, you know the reputation for clutch levers being very difficult to pull in when you shift. I always thought this was just the nature of the beast, but I WAS WRONG!
Why does my Clutch make noise when I release the clutch?
In some cases, the throw out bearing will make noises as you release the clutch. This is commonly caused by the center bearing grinding on the flywheel as it’s moving towards the transmission. If you notice this sound, have a professional mechanic inspect or replace the throw out bearing.
What happens to the throw out bearing in a clutch?
In a modern clutch, the throw out bearing is essentially the heart of the clutch pack. When the clutch pedal is depressed (meaning it’s pressed to the floor), this component moves toward the flywheel; applying the pressure plate release fingers.
What happens when you release the clutch pedal?
As you release the clutch pedal, the pilot bearing allows the flywheel to maintain a smooth RPM while the input shaft is slowing and eventually stops. This helps reduce load on the back of the engine. When the part starts to fail, some of the common symptoms will include:
If you own a Harley Davidson, you know the reputation for clutch levers being very difficult to pull in when you shift. I always thought this was just the nature of the beast, but I WAS WRONG!
In some cases, the throw out bearing will make noises as you release the clutch. This is commonly caused by the center bearing grinding on the flywheel as it’s moving towards the transmission. If you notice this sound, have a professional mechanic inspect or replace the throw out bearing.
In a modern clutch, the throw out bearing is essentially the heart of the clutch pack. When the clutch pedal is depressed (meaning it’s pressed to the floor), this component moves toward the flywheel; applying the pressure plate release fingers.
As you release the clutch pedal, the pilot bearing allows the flywheel to maintain a smooth RPM while the input shaft is slowing and eventually stops. This helps reduce load on the back of the engine. When the part starts to fail, some of the common symptoms will include:
What kind of clutch does a Sportster have?
Just bought her a 2009 XL 1200L and the clutch is really stiff when you pull in the lever and when you let the lever out it is jerky and the clutch is either disengaged or engaged there really is no middle ground. This is making it really hard for her to take off from a stop since she can’t slip the clutch.
When did the clutch issues on my Nightster start?
My bike is a 2008 Nightster and my issues started between 15,??? -16,200 miles on the Od. I took it to a smaller custom barely shop, to try and save some $$$. They said they would try the adjustments first and if nothing improved would look inside.
Can a sport bike have a clutch problem?
They are ALL, MUCH smoother and do not present the 1200 problem in take-off and clutch work… This is why a lot of riders especially Women Like the 883 better in a sport bike and then Hubby can soup it up to a 1200 and Keep the NICE Lower LOW Geared, smoother take off of the 883… It is Just That Way.
Just bought her a 2009 XL 1200L and the clutch is really stiff when you pull in the lever and when you let the lever out it is jerky and the clutch is either disengaged or engaged there really is no middle ground. This is making it really hard for her to take off from a stop since she can’t slip the clutch.
They are ALL, MUCH smoother and do not present the 1200 problem in take-off and clutch work… This is why a lot of riders especially Women Like the 883 better in a sport bike and then Hubby can soup it up to a 1200 and Keep the NICE Lower LOW Geared, smoother take off of the 883… It is Just That Way.
What’s the problem with a Muller power clutch?
Skip the Muller power clutch, the problem with them is in the mechanism where you have two eccentric wheels with a spring and until you get the spring over the center point, the pull is not reduced but actually a bit stiffer. Check this unit out. Glider I appreciate the quick response.
What should I do if my Clutch is so hard to pull?
If you find that your motorcycle clutch is so hard to pull that your hand starts to hurt after 20 or 30 pulls, the fix may be a lot more simple than you think. I’ve ridden older motorcycles with pretty stiff clutch levers and I’ve wondered if there was something I could do to make it easier.
Why is my clutch lever so stiff on my motorcycle?
Stiffness in the lever can sometimes be caused by sticky grease and dirt at the pivot point, as well as worn bearings. Remove the lever and clean and inspect all the contact points include the screw. If your lever has a bearing, check to make sure it spins smoothly.
What is the purpose of the clutch arm and push rod?
The purpose of the clutch arm and push rod is to transfer the movement of your clutch cable to the clutch pressure plates, taking the pressure off the plates, which disengages the clutch plates and allows you to shift gears.