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  • SuzukiGS750EZ
    #1

    Clutch Lever Adjustment

    Did a quick search didnt find what i was looking for so... i have a 1982 stock GS750EZ and i don't know how much play should be in the lever. Also, where would i take the measurements, between the gap where the lever meets the handle body or what?
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    • earlfor
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      #2
      The gap is measured from the lever at the cable attachment edge to the handlebar housing. Usually you want about 1/4" to 3/8" free play.

      E.

      Originally posted by SuzukiGS750EZ
      Did a quick search didnt find what i was looking for so... i have a 1982 stock GS750EZ and i don't know how much play should be in the lever. Also, where would i take the measurements, between the gap where the lever meets the handle body or what?
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        • Steve
          GS Whisperer
          • Jun 2005
          • 35925
          • southwest oHIo
          #3
          If I had 1/4 to 3/8 inch of freeplay "from the lever at the cable attachment edge to the handlebar housing", I would not be able to put the bike in gear. :shock:

          My Clymer manual calls for 2-3 mm (1/16 to 1/8 inch) of free play at the handlebar lever. The picture in the book shows a gap where the cable enters the lever. Personally, I try to keep mine closer to the 1/16" side of it. This assures that the clutch opens far enough to release pressure on the plates so the bike can be put into gear at a stop.


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            • earlfor
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              #4
              If 1/8" works for you, not a problem. :-) Once my clutch lever reaches the tension point, another 1/4" of movement of the lever end will disengage the clutch entirely.

              E.


              Originally posted by Steve
              If I had 1/4 to 3/8 inch of freeplay "from the lever at the cable attachment edge to the handlebar housing", I would not be able to put the bike in gear. :shock:

              My Clymer manual calls for 2-3 mm (1/16 to 1/8 inch) of free play at the handlebar lever. The picture in the book shows a gap where the cable enters the lever. Personally, I try to keep mine closer to the 1/16" side of it. This assures that the clutch opens far enough to release pressure on the plates so the bike can be put into gear at a stop.


              .
              Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

              I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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                • denydog
                  #5
                  My original owners manual calls for 2-3 mm also. Also stated as .08-.12 inch. The idea is to have some slack in the cable whenever it's released, to insure full engagement of the plates. Anymore than some, is a waste of clutch throw.
                  Last edited by Guest; 04-06-2007, 12:31 AM.

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                    • SuzukiGS750EZ
                      #6
                      So then what, i should adjust it to 2 mm?

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                        • Steve
                          GS Whisperer
                          • Jun 2005
                          • 35925
                          • southwest oHIo
                          #7
                          Yep, book calls for 2-3 mm.


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                          sigpic
                          mine: 2000 Honda GoldWing GL1500SE and 1980 GS850G'K' "Junior"
                          hers: 1982 GS850GL - "Angel" and 1969 Suzuki T250 Scrambler
                          #1 son: 1986 Yamaha Venture Royale 1300 and 1982 GS650GL "Rat Bagger"
                          #2 son: 1980 GS1000G
                          Family Portrait
                          Siblings and Spouses
                          Mom's first ride
                          Want a copy of my valve adjust spreadsheet for your 2-valve per cylinder engine? Send me an e-mail request (not a PM)
                          (Click on my username in the upper-left corner for e-mail info.)

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                            • SuzukiGS750EZ
                              #8
                              Will do, thanks guys. I thought i read that somewhere but just wanted to make sure. I gotta pick up one of those clymer manuals.

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