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Clutch problems 1982 1100e

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HumptyDumpty

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Okay, my first tech question for you all.

I recently purchased my 82 1100e (pictures already posted:-D) for a steal of a deal. Originally, the PO was going to put in a newer clutch, but we agreed upon a lower price for the existing clutch which slipped a little around 8,000 or higher RPM's.

So the clutch slipping was a small concern, but it has progressed into having some trouble getting it into first gear at a stand still.

I searched around and found out a couple of things but wanted some overall feedback pleae.

I read that the "clutch basket" is a semi normal problem with the 1100e and having to replace them. Is this the first thing I should look at, or is their more I should look into?

Thanks in advance- :-D
 
I would first check your clutch springs to see if they are within spec, and also check your fibres and steels to see if they are greatly worn. If you have synthetic oil, some say this can cause slippage, and after you've checked that and are satisfied, then perhaps look to the basket. As far as trouble getting it into first, you may also check your adjustment. Im not an expert by any means, but those are some things you can check first, before you start to replace your basket.
 
For sure, thanks Dave, i should have said do that first, before you bother crackin the cover off there. Chances are your cable is dried out and just binding a bit inthe sheath. But failing that, you should check what i suggested before assuming your basket is bad too...
 
The known basket problem has nothing to do with the clutch slipping nor the going into gear problem. Slipping is usually springs, oil with some superslick additive, or plates. Going into gear is usually stretched or weak cable, or cable adjustment. The basket problem is usually much deeper.
 
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