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Re: clutch adjustment question

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Re: clutch adjustment question

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shredex wrote:
Dragon wrote: OR new clutch time with all those wheelies you've been doing!! :whistle
new sprocket and chain also...lol

I removed the sprocket drive cover that the clutch cable connects to so I could see if I could mount my speed sensor so it reads off the front sprocket, and while I was at it, I cleaned out the inside of that case because it was filled with gunk. when I put everything back together, thats when I had my clutch issue...
Im hoping I fixed it, Ill find out tomorrow.
I hope you do get it fixed.
Good luck, hopefully you don't need new friction plates, yet.
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just in case, where do I get new clutch plates from?? :whistle
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slayermd wrote:The amount of free play on the lever is about 2-3mm. Get that set and if that does not work then you have to adjust the worm gear on the front sprocket cover. That should be adjusted by turning the screw in until it sets, then turning it out 1/4 turn.
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Re: clutch adjustment question

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ok, well, I made it to school with no issue.
I freaked this morning because my bike wouldnt do anything when I hit the start button, but then I realized that the bike was in first gear so it wouldnt start :duh:
all and all I did a good job adjusting it.
tonight im going to be adjusting my fuel mixture screws. so if anyone has any advise they can give me on that, it will be greatly appreciated.
I allready have most info thnks to reelrazor :cheers:
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Re: clutch adjustment question

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shredex wrote:
Dragon wrote: OR new clutch time with all those wheelies you've been doing!! :whistle
new sprocket and chain also...lol

I removed the sprocket drive cover that the clutch cable connects to so I could see if I could mount my speed sensor so it reads off the front sprocket, and while I was at it, I cleaned out the inside of that case because it was filled with gunk. when I put everything back together, thats when I had my clutch issue...
Im hoping I fixed it, Ill find out tomorrow.
I cleaned that out too when I installed my new chain and sprocket. Took like 4 cans of brake parts cleaner. It collects crap WAY too easily.
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Engine: K&N Drop-in air filter - stock airbox - FP 5°ignition advancer - EBC "Street Racer" Kevlar clutch
Exhaust: Stock header - Yoshimura RS-3 Carbon fiber slip-on
Body: Original paint/graphics - Clear Alternatives integrated LED Taillight - Flanders' flush front signals - YZF600 Mirrors - Comp. Werkes Stainless fender eliminator/tag bracket - 60w/55w H4 headlights
Tires: Metzler MEZ4B 120/70 ZR17 Front - Michelin Madacam 100x 150/70 ZR18 Rear
Brakes:Stock rotors with EBC HH Sinstered pads
In the works: YZF600 header, '97 Bandit 600 rear wheel, DynoJet Stage 3, Racetech Springs and Emulators fork rebuild, FZ1 rear shock, YZF600 front MC, Galfer SS Lines, CFM rearsets
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the_finch wrote:
I cleaned that out too when I installed my new chain and sprocket. Took like 4 cans of brake parts cleaner. It collects crap WAY too easily.
I pretty much spaked it in engine degreaser. then scrubbed it down in some water and blow dried it and installed.
Brake cleaner work well?
engine degreaser removes rust too.
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Re: clutch adjustment question

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Brake cleaner works wonders, just don't get it on your chain if you're planning on using that chain again. It'll get all of the lube out of the o-rings as well, leading to chain failure.

It only took me so many cans because the previous owner had never cleaned it out, and I had to spray it then (at times) carve the crap out with a putty knife. banghead
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1997 FZR600RJ

Engine: K&N Drop-in air filter - stock airbox - FP 5°ignition advancer - EBC "Street Racer" Kevlar clutch
Exhaust: Stock header - Yoshimura RS-3 Carbon fiber slip-on
Body: Original paint/graphics - Clear Alternatives integrated LED Taillight - Flanders' flush front signals - YZF600 Mirrors - Comp. Werkes Stainless fender eliminator/tag bracket - 60w/55w H4 headlights
Tires: Metzler MEZ4B 120/70 ZR17 Front - Michelin Madacam 100x 150/70 ZR18 Rear
Brakes:Stock rotors with EBC HH Sinstered pads
In the works: YZF600 header, '97 Bandit 600 rear wheel, DynoJet Stage 3, Racetech Springs and Emulators fork rebuild, FZ1 rear shock, YZF600 front MC, Galfer SS Lines, CFM rearsets
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