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lazymanc
10-04-12, 04:35 PM
Hi, my clutch cable needs replacing as it's reached the limit of the adjusters at both ends and still isn't right.

Where's the best place to buy an OEM replacement? It seems they're about $15-20 in the US, but Robinsons want £30 + P&P which seems a bit steep in comparison.

Any suggestions?
tj2
10-04-12, 04:42 PM
Possibly the problem in the clutch itself, cables dont usually stretch that much.
maviczap
10-04-12, 04:54 PM
Wemoto

£20 for OEM or £10 for a pattern part

http://www.wemoto.com/bikes/suzuki/sv_650_sk1_sk2_sx_sy/99-02/picture/clutch_cable_genuine_manufacturer_part_oem/
Sid Squid
10-04-12, 06:52 PM
I suspect the lifter needs adjusting - there's loads of adjustment on the cable.
I think the cable would snap before it ever managed to stretch enough that there was no adjustment left.
andrewsmith
10-04-12, 07:01 PM
I suspect the lifter needs adjusting - there's loads of adjustment on the cable.
I think the cable would snap before it ever managed to stretch enough that there was no adjustment left.

This
As I've done the former to one, also OEM are best for cables
lazymanc
10-04-12, 10:16 PM
I suspect the lifter needs adjusting - there's loads of adjustment on the cable.
I think the cable would snap before it ever managed to stretch enough that there was no adjustment left.

I'll have another go at it, I just did it from the Haynes last time but there are some clearer threads on here with better pictures.

The the cable is pretty stiff too though once you get past the slack, what's the usual life for one? The bike has done 20k miles. I'll try oiling it at the same time and see if that smooths it out.
Nobbylad
11-04-12, 05:18 AM
Mine's original and getting on for 40k now.
MJC-DEV
11-04-12, 07:11 AM
Yes, but no point putting up with a stiff cable if lubeing doesn't fix it. Especially if it has broken strands or similar. However you said stiff 'after taking up slack' - that sounds more like the adjuster needs lube.
lazymanc
23-04-12, 07:02 PM
I completely removed the cable at the weekend, and I can't actually move the cable inside the sheath! No idea how I was even changing gear, or how it could possibly seize up like that.

Replacement ordered.
maviczap
23-04-12, 07:47 PM
You must have the the left hand like the Hulk then
Dipper
23-04-12, 07:56 PM
Mine was like that at 25k, put about half a tin of 3 in 1 through it until it stopped coming out the other end black, I can now no longer crush walnuts with my left hand;)

........did the throttle cables too which I'm sure added about 20bhp:D