Maintenance & Technical > KX500 Original
Clutch Change
maddoggy:
as far as i know the "release" as kawi calls them is only available as OEM. my arm was already modified when i got the bike. if you're handy in the shop then you could remove the arm assembly from the case and do the mod on the bench. i think it would be pretty hard to do if it were still on the engine, though not impossible. MADDOGGY
kxraptor:
I'm kinda new to the KX ,,,whats an "e-z pull",,,?Where to buy?
Hillclimb#42:
I have an E-Z pull. Its in a tool box. It sucked for me. Wasn't much easier, and there's alot of slack in cable plus too much friction inside the part that has the leverage. Check that the pivot bolt is not overtightened. A Magura Hydraulic clutch is awesome. ($200) When you first pull on it, you will wonder if its even hooked up. Self adjusts and as smooth and easy as it will get. Look to replace clutches when you cannot get any slack at the perch or is slipping noticeably. Stay AWAY FROM SYNTHETICS DESIGNED FOR CARS AND TRUCKS. Teflon coating the plates will cause them to fail.
KXcam22:
It was easy to extend the clutch arm. I found some steel that was the same thickness and cut out an 8mm piece then cut the arm and welded the piece in. You can go up to 10mm and maybe more with no issues. Makes a huge difference. I also rerouted my clutch cable but I am not convinced that it did much. My clutch is easy to pull and the feel is quite a bit nicer than my new CRF. I may have some pics of the mod in my gallery. Cam.
stock500:
I think I will try extending my clutch arm this weekend.
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