- Pull the clutch lever just enough to take up the free play [A].
- Measure the gap between the lever and the lever holder.
If the gap is too wide, the clutch may not release fully. If the gap is too narrow, the clutch may not engage fully. In either case, adjust it.
Clutch Lever Free Play
Standard: 2-3 mm (0.08-0.12 in.)
Warning: To avoid a serious burn, never touch the engine or exhaust pipe during clutch adjustment.
- Turn the adjuster [A] so that 5-6 mm (0.20-0.24 in.) [B] of threads are visible.
- Open the clamp [A].
- Slide the dust cover [B] at the middle of the clutch cable out of place.
- Loosen the locknut [C] at the middle of clutch cable.
- Turn the adjusting nut [D] until the free play is correct.
Warning: Be sure that the outer cable end at the clutch lever is fully seated in the adjuster at the clutch lever, or it could slip into place later, creating enough cable play to prevent clutch disengagement.
- After the adjustment, tighten the locknut and start the engine and check that the clutch does not slip and that it releases properly.
