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First loosen the cable adjuster to give as much slack as possible (basically you're shortening the cable sheath). Then remove the derby cover (large round dome-shaped cover on the chaincase). In the center of the clutch you'll see the adjuster screw with a locknut. Loosen the locknut with an 11/16 wrench and back the adjuster screw out a couple of turns using a 7/32" Allen wrench.
Now turn the adjuster screw inward (clockwise) until it bottoms out, but not real hard. Then back the screw out 1/2 to 3/4 turn and while holding the adjuster screw in that position with the Allen wrench, tighten the locknut securely. Put the derby cover back on.
Now adjust the cable so that there's 1/16" to 1/8" (less is better) inch of play between the ferrule (that's the cable's "collar" at the lever end) and the lever bracket. To get an accurate reading, use one hand to pull the sheath away from the lever bracket while working the lever back & forth with the other hand.
Many people like to adjust their clutch cable so that the clutch engages/disengages when the lever's very close to the grip (so they don't have to reach their fingers as far), but that can cause clunky shifting and difficulty finding neutral because the clutch needs as much travel as possible for the clutch plates to fully separate (disengage). You want the very minimum of free play in the lever, in other words the lever should move only a tiny amount before the clutch starts to disengage.
The only reason you need any free play at all is so there's no undue stress on the throwout bearing (located on the right end of the clutch pushrod).
Don't adjust your clutch for comfort, adjust it for performance. At least 80% of all Harley shifting problems are caused by clutch drag from improper adjustment.
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On a 2008 Harley-Davidson Fatboy FLSTF will oil spill out if the clutch cover is removed?
Yes. There is a tool for leaning the bike the opposite direction from the kickstand and if you do that, you may not spill.
1989 harley Davidson clutch torc spec?
8 lbs
What oil to use in a 1995 fatboy primary?
I have allways used Formula synthetic from Harley Davidson. Use one quart, any more will make the clutch do funny things. I figure if that brand is good for the factory, why should I question it.
How do you adjust the clutch on a 2004 wide glide harley Davidson motorcycle?
To adjust the cable just go 1/2 way down the clutch cable and pull the rubber over the adjuster. loosten the lock nut and adjust the cable so there is about 1/8" free play at the handle.
Is the clutch part of the harley-davidson 2002 dyna transmission?
can you be more specific?
What is the primary oil capacity for a 1989 Harley Davidson Flhtc?
Whatever it takes to fill to the bottom of the clutch basket.
What causes belts to break on a Harley Davidson?
Age, misalignment, wrong tension, prolonged lunatic clutch dropping.
Where's the clutch on a Harley Davidson?
On the leftside inside what is known as the primary cover. Access can be gained via the Derby cover.
How much does it cost to replace clutch plates on a harley Davidson sportster?
if ya do it yourself bout 270.00 a shop 430.00
Harley Davidson Big twin clutch adjustment?
What is the proper adjustment for a 2004 Heritage Softtail Clutch. It seems I am releasing the handle 2/3 of the way out before clutch engadges. What is the proper procedure for adjusting the clutch
Why would a clutch on a 98 harley fatboy stay engaged?
Depending on weather it has a cable or hyd. clutch it could be your slave cyld. is stuck or is low on oil. It is cable the linkage might be stuck or your cable is broken or out of adjustment.
Is a clutch covered under harley Davidson extended warranty?
No. I recently had the spring plate fail in my clutch and when I took it to the dealer they stated that it was not covered in the ESP. The Clutch is considered normal wear item like brake pads.
