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First Enduro
Pmcg:
I've signed up for my first enduro this Saturday. I'm pretty pumped and am prepping the bike all this week. The clutch pull is kicking my ass after the first hour or so of riding. This is a 65 mile enduro so I am trying to make it a bit easier. I got one of those in line pull reducers but it seems like junk and one more thing to break. I welded another 8MM on the clutch actuator and actually think its worse. Seems like in addition to the length I should have changed the angle. Any other tips are appreciated. I'm going to buy a rekluse but can't swing it until after. Added bonus my for seal on the left leg started leaking. Parts ordered and I'll have to do that job thursday night.
Any of you guys run enduro with the big girl? Tips appreciated.
umberto:
--- Quote from: Pmcg on September 10, 2018, 08:26:48 AM ---I've signed up for my first enduro this Saturday. I'm pretty pumped and am prepping the bike all this week. The clutch pull is kicking my ass after the first hour or so of riding. This is a 65 mile enduro so I am trying to make it a bit easier. I got one of those in line pull reducers but it seems like junk and one more thing to break. I welded another 8MM on the clutch actuator and actually think its worse. Seems like in addition to the length I should have changed the angle. Any other tips are appreciated. I'm going to buy a rekluse but can't swing it until after. Added bonus my for seal on the left leg started leaking. Parts ordered and I'll have to do that job thursday night.
Any of you guys run enduro with the big girl? Tips appreciated.
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Do you happen to have aftermarket springs in your clutch? I had heavier springs in mine, and it made it pretty rough to pull the clutch. Alward suggested stock springs and that was a big help.
Pmcg:
That's a good question. I'm not sure. When I rebuild the motor I ran out of money so just put what it had back in. Doesn't slip but is the hardest clutch pull of any bike I've ever ridden. I am debating pulling the cover and installing the Hinson basket. I could check springs but am not sure I have enough time.
WRXBRUMBY:
Might be a silly thing to ask but do you have any issues with the cable outer regarding lube or routing?
Pmcg:
--- Quote from: WRXBRUMBY on September 14, 2018, 12:33:39 AM ---Might be a silly thing to ask but do you have any issues with the cable outer regarding lube or routing?
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Its a good question. I replaced the cable, and have a new pro taper profile perch/lever coming in today. I was thinking about trying to put in the hinson basket I have, but don't want to tear into it 2 days before the ride. The stock basket had some slight notching, and I'm sure that's adding to the issues. I'm going to have to man up for this weekend.
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