Why is my clutch lever not working properly?
You may have a leak in the slave cylinder as these are difficult to detect. If level is OK then bleed system to eliminate any bubbles. If still not working properly you have a problem with the slave or master cylinder. My guess is air in the line!
When do you lose pressure on the clutch?
[quote=”I lost about 70-80% of pressure in the clutch lever and almost couldn’t change gears/disengage the clutch!! G’day Huskyfly, I had that exact thing happen last weekend.
How much pressure does the clutch pedal have?
After bleeding the clutch all that time and going through a lot of fluid, my clutch pedal literally had less than 2lbs of pressure. Also, now that I have bled the clutch the slave cylinder won’t depress the clutch lever on the bell housing.
What’s the problem with the clutch on a cafe Husky?
Turns out the oil runs down the back of the clutch handle and drips off the end of the lever. Filled it up, bled the line and the clutch works fine again. Have now purchased new seals to fix the problem. Power on regardless. If your master cylinder is leaking you will see a light film of oil all over your lever.
You may have a leak in the slave cylinder as these are difficult to detect. If level is OK then bleed system to eliminate any bubbles. If still not working properly you have a problem with the slave or master cylinder. My guess is air in the line!
[quote=”I lost about 70-80% of pressure in the clutch lever and almost couldn’t change gears/disengage the clutch!! G’day Huskyfly, I had that exact thing happen last weekend.
Turns out the oil runs down the back of the clutch handle and drips off the end of the lever. Filled it up, bled the line and the clutch works fine again. Have now purchased new seals to fix the problem. Power on regardless. If your master cylinder is leaking you will see a light film of oil all over your lever.
What should I do if my master cylinder is leaking?
Remove the master cylinder to check more closely for leaks. For the most part, problems with the master cylinder are solved by replacing the master cylinder entirely. True, they can be rebuilt, but such a critical component is best left to the professionals.
What causes brake fluid to leak from master cylinder?
Before condemning the master cylinder, check brake fluid level and check for external leaks from brake lines, calipers, or wheel cylinders. Contaminated Brake Fluid: Over time, rubber seals can degrade and disintegrate, resulting in “dirty” brake fluid. This can be caused by incompatible or hydrated brake fluid.
What are the symptoms of a master cylinder failure?
The mechanical parts of the master cylinder, the springs, and pistons are so simple that failure is almost unheard of. On the other hand, the rubber seals can wear out and degrade over time, leading to internal or external leaks. Here are a few symptoms of master cylinder failure, along with some basic brake diagnostic tips.
Why is clutch fluid half full on my motorcycle?
Maybe you noticed a spongy clutch lever and have gone as far as to flush the clutch fluid only to open the reservoir cap to a muddy, half empty clutch master cylinder. DON’T FORGET TO GRAB YOUR FREE GIFT FOR STOPPING BY!
Why does my Clutch not work in first gear?
One day your hydraulic clutch system operates flawlessly, the next day you cant get out of first gear… Hydraulic fluid overtime can develop moister in the system from heat cycles and begin to loose its ability to reduce corrosion, displace heat and lubricate moving parts.
What makes a slave cylinder fail on a motorcycle?
The slave cylinder in comprised of rubber seals to keep a tight seal on the pressurized hydraulic system. Rubber parts as you know, when introduced to moister, temperature fluctuations, and mechanical wear will eventually fail and leak hydraulic fluid. This is an unavoidable repercussion.
What causes clutch to slip on a motorcycle?
Like any other moving part or liquid, sprinkle in time, temperature changes and daily use, that hydraulic clutch system becomes one of the main causes of slipping clutches, broken transmissions, and road side assistance. One day your hydraulic clutch system operates flawlessly, the next day you cant get out of first gear…