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Clutch/cable/problems??

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mikesmith:
So does the play come back,or do you just keep loosing adjustment each time?

ebers17:
Mikesmith, i lose adjustment everytime.  Although theres some rides i dont loose any.  I just picked up my cable today with about a half inch added to it, so i'm just go ride around the trails lightly tomorow and see how it feels.  I feel i might be fixing the short term problem, but not the cause.
Arigato, just wondering what re-build would have in relation to the clutch though?
thanks for all your help guys
-Seth

John:
Seth,

I?m not sure I fully understand what the problem is but there are two things you can check out quite easily. You do not have to split or remove the engine from the frame to check this out.

The clutch arm;
You can lift up the clutch arm from the engine by twisting it 90 degrees and lifting it straight up. There is an oil-seal and two needle bearings in the engine. Maybe the arm in it self is worn out? I had to replace the top bearing and arm due to wear. This was caused by petrol leaking from the tank. The bearing didn't have any lubrication and this worn out both the arm and the bearing.

The clutch;
It's not a big deal and you would only need to replace one gasket. Your clutch arm on the outside of the engine engages a rod which goes all the way to the other side of the engine. This rod (when engaged) separates your clutch plates. There could be some worn out parts here as well. Those would be easy to spot.

//John

Arigato:
What he said.  ;>)

mikesmith:
So did you come up with any thing?

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