Maintenance & Technical > KX500 Original
Hydraulic Clutch
blueoval:
I did a search and it seems it's been awhile since the topic of the Hydraulic clutch has been talked about. Just curious after some time how people who are using the hydraulic clutch system on the K5 still like it, don't like it, problems with it, etc. Did 90 miles of single track last weekend and wore a blister and still have a pain at the end of my middle finger. Wanted to revisit this topic.
Hillclimb#42:
I have went through two complete systems and now going back to a cable. I'll start by saying a teammate with a cr500 has had his for years with no issues whatsoever. On mine, i melted the plastic line in about the first ten minutes. Then went to the braided line. Also had to make a bushing to take up some slack from the slave cylinder. The space between the cable holder and the clutch arm, must vary or something. I have had trouble with them leaking with every squeeze of the lever at the bottom slave cylinder, then recently used teflon tape on the threads, but it now pumps up pressure, to the point I can't squeeze it. I also had trouble with it completely disengaging the transmission. I could put in gear alright, but once rolling, I could pull the clutch in and keep going. A little nerve racking when getting ready to race it.
I have one for sale. :-D
blueoval:
HC42, thank you for the feedback. It's that kind of honest information that helps me and everyone make a good informed decision when laying down hard cash. I don't mind spending money on items that work and are reliable.
BDI:
If Your cable is good and lubed right and you have a new lever with bushing or ballbearing pluss a new lever pivot bolt( that part is very important), You will be surprised how easy your lever will pull. If you use a lever with bushing don't forget a little dab of high pressure greese on the pivot bolt.
DoldGuy:
B.O.
http://www.kxriders.com/forums/index.php/topic,5083.0.html
I really like his setup, & this is from the KTMs which are flawless. You can also lengthen your arm on the motor but it takes away some of the "feel".
DoldGuy
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