Why is my clutch lever so hard?
There are several factors that can contribute to a stiff clutch. An old, worn or dirty clutch cable is one reason. Other factors include dirty lever, stiff clutch springs, dirty or worn actuator arm or push rod. Clutch position and hand strength can also be a factor.
How to replace clutch on Big Twin 90-97?
Remove the Derby cover, and in my case, (Dyna) the primary chain inspection cover. Unadjust your clutch cable and add all the slack to it you can. As well, unlock the 11/16″ lock nut on the clutch basket adjustment and remove the nut and screw completely. Also, using a magnet, take the pushrod out.
How do you remove the clutch from a Harley Davidson?
Next, remove the outer primary cover & gasket and slacken the clutch cable. Loosen the jam nut and back off on the Harley clutch adjustment at the clutch pack. Remove the adjuster plate retaining clip to expose the mainshaft/clutch hub nut. Now is a good time to sneak a long tie wrap around the primary chain adjusting shoe.
What should I do if my Clutch adjuster is chunky?
Loosen the jamnut on the clutch adjuster a good bit, a couple of turns at least. when you do this you want to pay close attention to how it feels. If it feels chunky adjuster. 3). Thread the adjuster back into the plate in the center of the clutch assembly 3 or 4 threads then stop.
How can I get my Clutch to work on its own?
As you get close to the place on its own due to cable pressure STOP. Operate the clutch lever while observing the clutch adjuster. As you squeeze the lever the pull should be smooth and even, and the adjuster will visually move in and out slightly. 8). Secure the jamnuts on the cable adjuster. Put everything back together clean up
Remove the Derby cover, and in my case, (Dyna) the primary chain inspection cover. Unadjust your clutch cable and add all the slack to it you can. As well, unlock the 11/16″ lock nut on the clutch basket adjustment and remove the nut and screw completely. Also, using a magnet, take the pushrod out.
Next, remove the outer primary cover & gasket and slacken the clutch cable. Loosen the jam nut and back off on the Harley clutch adjustment at the clutch pack. Remove the adjuster plate retaining clip to expose the mainshaft/clutch hub nut. Now is a good time to sneak a long tie wrap around the primary chain adjusting shoe.
Is it hard to replace a clutch assembly?
It shouldn’t be — replacing a whole clutch assembly is something the skilled DIYer can do in a home garage or, as YouTube mechanic ChrisFix shows, a driveway.
Can a flywheel be removed from a clutch?
From there, you can remove the flywheel. Now, ChrisFix shows a way to get by with just hand tools and locks his flywheel with a wrench fighting a pair of loosely screwed-in bolts.