Information Well that was pointless...

[Sdaniels]

Was really hoping a new clutch cable would improve things a bit. I even lubed it to be 150% sure there would be absolutely no unnecessary resistance. I barely feel any difference in lever pull & I'm not sure that isn't wishful thinking. I'll be picking up a Magura hydraulic in the next few months.

 

[Athosch97]

Hey Sdaniels! I have the same issue but I thought it was only me, so I found this thing which I'm not sure it will help much but it's a cheap "try". https://www.amazon.de/-/en/dp/B077T...W9BBP&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it_im -- I'm also ordering this in a few days if you want me to give you some feedback about it!

 

[TownsendsFJR1300]

Did you install the longer Yamaha "clutch lever" , attached to the engine, (which the lower part of your clutch cable attaches to?)

I installed one, probably made it 25% less pull and more of an engagement zone...


Yamaha part # 1WS-16340-00.

 

[Sdaniels]

Did you install the longer Yamaha "clutch lever" , attached to the engine, (which the lower part of your clutch cable attaches to?)

I installed one, probably made it 25% less pull and more of an engagement zone...


Yamaha part # 1WS-16340-00.

Yeah, I've read about that but was hoping it was the cable that was the main issue. When my son first got the bike I took the lever at the handlebar off & cleaned up/greased the pivot. Bloody thing was nearly siezed up. It helped quite a bit. I don't have a problem with the short engagement zone but it's just not a smooth, even release. I think it's the design flaw in the cable...those two 90 degree bends.

 

[Gary in NJ]

Does the bike have an aftermarket "shorty" clutch lever? If so going back to the OEM length will help a lot.

 

[TownsendsFJR1300]

And yes, that sharp turn, especially up top gets some serious friction (approx 25K miles):

 

[Sdaniels]

Does the bike have an aftermarket "shorty" clutch lever? If so going back to the OEM length will help a lot.

It's adjustable...but it's on the long adjustment.

 

[Gary in NJ]

It's adjustable...but it's on the long adjustment.

I'm not referring to the pull distance, but rather the length of the lever. The OEM lever is 7.75" from the pivot to the end of the lever. If you are using a shorter lever you are sacrificing mechanical advantage.

 

[Sdaniels]

I'm not referring to the pull distance, but rather the length of the lever.

I know, that is what I was referring to.

 

[Gary in NJ]

I know, that is what I was referring to.

You have an adjustable length lever?

Edit: I forgot there there are such levers like the Puig.

 

[gnyce]

Did you install the longer Yamaha "clutch lever" , attached to the engine, (which the lower part of your clutch cable attaches to?)

I installed one, probably made it 25% less pull and more of an engagement zone...


Yamaha part # 1WS-16340-00.

Plus One on this... I have it, I believe it has helped and not an expensive 'fix'/tweak.

 

[CanadaFZ6]

Definitely do that MT07 clutch lever mod.

 

[Sdaniels]

Well it didn't feel like much difference with the new cable but the first ride tells a different story. Much better, smoother release...but I still plan to do the hydraulic unit.

 

[TownsendsFJR1300]

Just an update, the levers are still available:

https://www.partzilla.com/product/yamaha/1WS-16340-00-00


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[Athosch97]

Appreciate the link, I’m also waiting for that clutch assist unit if that doesn’t help much I’ll do the MT07 lever mod aswell and see how it ends up to be.

 

[TownsendsFJR1300]

Appreciate the link, I’m also waiting for that clutch assist unit if that doesn’t help much I’ll do the MT07 lever mod aswell and see how it ends up to be.

What's the "clutch assist"?


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[Sdaniels]

What's the "clutch assist"?


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It's in the link he attached at post #2

 

[TownsendsFJR1300]

It's in the link he attached at post #2

How does it work? I see two short cables and a "box"...

 

[Athosch97]

How does it work? I see two short cables and a "box"...

<--- This is one of the few videos I found on it (which is a bit concerning but might aswell try it) If you go through the video real quick you will understand instantly how it works. It looks kind of promising, I already ordered it, shipping times are really long where I live because it's an island but once it arrives I'll install and update just for anyone who is interested.

 

[TownsendsFJR1300]

Thanks, pretty interesting gadget...

Please post how the fitment goes...

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