Clutch Lever Lubrication
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Disconnect clutch cable at primary cover.
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Pull cable housing out of lever perch and remove barrel from clutch lever. Verify proper routing and smooth movement. Inspect for damage to the external casing, and inspect exposed cable wire for fraying, kinks or corrosion. Replace any damaged, sticky or sluggish cable.
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Remove the pivot bolt cap 1, nut 3 and push pivot bolt 2 upward to remove.
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Inspect both ends of inner cable for frayed strands. Clean parts and apply all-purpose grease to pivot bolt.
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Lubricate the barrel ends 4 with all-purpose grease.
NOTICELubricate control cable barrel ends at the intervals recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Table.
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Assemble lever.
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Install cable to lever. Rotate cable back through slot in perch, and push outer casing back into perch recess.
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Install the pivot bolt and torque the nut to specification.
TORQUEClutch Lever Pivot Nut:
49 in-lbs (5.5 N·m)
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Lubricate and attach lower end of cable to clutch arm on primary cover.
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Adjust clutch lever free play.