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techtalk:evo:priclutch01 [2019/07/10 14:30] hippysmack [Clutch Release Adjustment - Why & How] |
techtalk:evo:priclutch01 [2019/08/16 17:31] ixl2relax [Clutch Design & Operation] |
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| On the other hand, for 1991-1993 models, which also have five-speed transmissions, while the clutch operation is the same, the Ball & Ramp Assembly is mounted to the inside of the Primary Cover (as illustrated for 1984L-1990 four-speed models). This necessitates the removal of the Primary Cover in order to replace either the B&R unit or the Adjuster Bearing unit on those models. | On the other hand, for 1991-1993 models, which also have five-speed transmissions, while the clutch operation is the same, the Ball & Ramp Assembly is mounted to the inside of the Primary Cover (as illustrated for 1984L-1990 four-speed models). This necessitates the removal of the Primary Cover in order to replace either the B&R unit or the Adjuster Bearing unit on those models. | ||
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| ===== Removing the Clutch Pack - 5-Speed ===== | ===== Removing the Clutch Pack - 5-Speed ===== | ||
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| **Side note**: \\ | **Side note**: \\ | ||
| - | It may be difficult to feel the right spot while turning the screw. ((Tomcatt of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5761621&highlight=clutch#post5761621 )) \\ | + | It may be difficult to feel the right spot while turning the screw. ((Tomcatt of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5761621&highlight=clutch#post5761621 )) ((thanks to Jollly Rogers for the suggestion http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5761695#post5761695)) \\ |
| You may want to grab the release arm and check for movement where the cable attaches. \\ | You may want to grab the release arm and check for movement where the cable attaches. \\ | ||
| Play (or lack of play) is obvious there as you adjust the screw. \\ Check for movement there, same direction as the cable operating the release. \\ | Play (or lack of play) is obvious there as you adjust the screw. \\ Check for movement there, same direction as the cable operating the release. \\ | ||
| You can easily feel the clearance change at the arm as you adjust the screw vs the vague feel you get at the screw. \\ | You can easily feel the clearance change at the arm as you adjust the screw vs the vague feel you get at the screw. \\ | ||
| + | The "feel" at the release arm where the clutch cable attaches is very distinct so you have a high degree of confidence you got it right. \\ | ||
| Place the Release Adjuster Position Lock Nut back in place (turning the screw farther __**CLOCKWISE ONLY - JUST ENOUGH**__ to get the nut to fit in the nearest position - Do not turn the screw more counterclockwise) - Place the spring back over the nut and place the Inspection Cover back onto the Primary Housing and retighten the foot peg if necessary… | Place the Release Adjuster Position Lock Nut back in place (turning the screw farther __**CLOCKWISE ONLY - JUST ENOUGH**__ to get the nut to fit in the nearest position - Do not turn the screw more counterclockwise) - Place the spring back over the nut and place the Inspection Cover back onto the Primary Housing and retighten the foot peg if necessary… | ||
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| ===== Upgrade Clutch Diaphragm Springs - Pressure ===== | ===== Upgrade Clutch Diaphragm Springs - Pressure ===== | ||
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| + | Below are a list of upgrade versions. The 'xx% stronger' are claimed values by the respective vendors. | ||
| **L1984-90 Sportster** | **L1984-90 Sportster** | ||
