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techtalk:evo:priclutch01 [2019/11/14 02:58] ixl2relax [Aftermarket & Upgrade Clutch Parts] |
techtalk:evo:priclutch01 [2021/01/21 05:43] ixl2relax [Clutch Release Adjustment - Why & How] |
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| Turn the center screw of the Release Adjuster clockwise one turn away from the original position to be sure you are fully unloading any pressure - then **slowly turn the Release Adjuster screw COUNTERCLOCKWISE until you feel ANY CHANGE IN TENSION** - Do this a few times to be sure you feel the right spot where tension begins – When you're satisfied you have the right spot, turn the adjuster screw back __clockwise 1/4 to 3/8 of a turn__ to be sure no preload tension is on the Diaphragm Spring. | Turn the center screw of the Release Adjuster clockwise one turn away from the original position to be sure you are fully unloading any pressure - then **slowly turn the Release Adjuster screw COUNTERCLOCKWISE until you feel ANY CHANGE IN TENSION** - Do this a few times to be sure you feel the right spot where tension begins – When you're satisfied you have the right spot, turn the adjuster screw back __clockwise 1/4 to 3/8 of a turn__ to be sure no preload tension is on the Diaphragm Spring. | ||
| + | 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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| - | 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)) \\ | + | * 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. \\ | + | * 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. \\ |
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| - | 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… | + | |
| Now, go back to the Clutch __Cable Adjuster__ - Unscrew the two parts to lengthen the Adjuster just enough that there is still 1/8" of free play in the clutch lever movement BEFORE IT BEGINS TO ENGAGE THE CLUTCH RELEASE (check this at the cable connection to the lever) - Now tighten the Jam Nut on the cable adjuster and move the rubber boot back over it… | Now, go back to the Clutch __Cable Adjuster__ - Unscrew the two parts to lengthen the Adjuster just enough that there is still 1/8" of free play in the clutch lever movement BEFORE IT BEGINS TO ENGAGE THE CLUTCH RELEASE (check this at the cable connection to the lever) - Now tighten the Jam Nut on the cable adjuster and move the rubber boot back over it… | ||
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| - | **NOTE:** Alto has released an upgraded Spring Plate design for the '91-later Sportsters - Alto P/N 095763HD. It utilizes Stainless Steel rivets instead of the previous Brass Rivets design. Time will tell if this is more reliable.((Rocketmangb at http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2074441)) [[https://www.altousa.com/images/new_products/Alto__095763HD_Harley_Davidson_Spring_Plate_with_NEW_Stainless_Rivets.pdf|>>>Link To Alto PDF<<<]] | + | **NOTE:** Alto has released an upgraded Spring Plate design for the '91-later Sportsters - Alto P/N 095763HD (as of August 2019). It utilizes Stainless Steel rivets instead of the previous Brass Rivets design. Time will tell if this is more reliable.((Rocketmangb at http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2074441)) [[https://www.altousa.com/images/new_products/Alto__095763HD_Harley_Davidson_Spring_Plate_with_NEW_Stainless_Rivets.pdf|>>>Link To Alto PDF<<<]] |
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