Clutch cable keeps snapping!!!

marc_previtera · October 3rd, 2013, 04:02 AM

Fellas

I've burnt 4 clutch cables in as many months!!
Why is this happening? I'm pretty sure I'm puttingg it on properly.. The only thing I noticed is that sometimes when I pull the clutch lever in, the clutch still grabs a little..

She's an 88 gpx 250r2 - is it an indication of a dodgy clutch.?

I don't want to get rid of my baby- she's almost a classic by now!

Motofool · October 3rd, 2013, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by marc_previtera

Fellas

I've burnt 4 clutch cables in as many months!!
Why is this happening? I'm pretty sure I'm puttingg it on properly..

Where is the cable breaking at?

Cables don't break because excessive tension but because they are forced to bend many times at certain points due to poor installation.

cuong-nutz · October 3rd, 2013, 10:15 AM

Also make sure you the cable is lubed properly and that the adjuster's and locknut open slot is not shaving against the cable.

The_big_dill · October 4th, 2013, 08:16 PM

Are you getting an aftermarket cable, and was it the same one 4 times?

mikedabike64 · October 4th, 2013, 08:36 PM

In the ballpark of 2 to 3 millimeters is OK, I see you have much more than that but that could be because the cable is frayed,
it should be lubed as well but you know that most likely
it also could be because the split where cable goes through right at the top maybe needs to be widened a hair
it looks like it is being sheered by the lack of clearance
you might want to spread that slit open wider a little bit
if it is rubbing their just take a flathead and pry it just a tiny bit,

marc_previtera · November 1st, 2013, 05:21 PM

Hey fellas thanks
I think also my problem could bethe path im taking with the cable itself...
Can anyone tell me what theocracy path to take is when putting it on?

The_big_dill · November 1st, 2013, 05:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marc_previtera

Hey fellas thanks
I think also my problem could bethe path im taking with the cable itself...
Can anyone tell me what theocracy path to take is when putting it on?

The same path that it originally took. But i guess you don't remember now

If you think you are routing it wrong then find the path of least resistance, don't let it go around tight bends.

Did you replace with aftermarket or stock cable?

marc_previtera · November 1st, 2013, 05:37 PM

Aftermarket one guys..

The_big_dill · November 1st, 2013, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by marc_previtera

Aftermarket one guys..

I have aftermarket as well, doesn't mean its won't work. It doesn't work great for me though, the cable housing sits in the way of the tachometer and blocks out part of the RPM, it also rubs on the housing of the tach, leaving marks. Do you find yours sits awkwardly different from the original? Since you have a different generation bike, i could only assume that an aftermarket cable could have its own issues on your bike.

October 3rd, 2013, 04:02 AM	#1
marc_previtera ninjette.org member Name: Marc Location: Sydney, Australia Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): GPX250rII Posts: 20	Clutch cable keeps snapping!!! Fellas I've burnt 4 clutch cables in as many months!! Why is this happening? I'm pretty sure I'm puttingg it on properly.. The only thing I noticed is that sometimes when I pull the clutch lever in, the clutch still grabs a little.. She's an 88 gpx 250r2 - is it an indication of a dodgy clutch.? I don't want to get rid of my baby- she's almost a classic by now!

October 3rd, 2013, 10:15 AM	#3
cuong-nutz RIP Alex Name: Cuong Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 250r, '09 265r Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 2	Also make sure you the cable is lubed properly and that the adjuster's and locknut open slot is not shaving against the cable. __________________________________________________ HalfFast Racing Team Serving Greater Houston Area Riders:WFO Riders MotoHouston HPC CMRA Ride Smart Fastline Lone Star Track Days
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October 4th, 2013, 08:36 PM	#5
mikedabike64 ninjette.org guru Name: mike Location: jackson, nj Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 ninja 250 Posts: 271	what about your cable free play, In the ballpark of 2 to 3 millimeters is OK, I see you have much more than that but that could be because the cable is frayed, it should be lubed as well but you know that most likely it also could be because the split where cable goes through right at the top maybe needs to be widened a hair it looks like it is being sheered by the lack of clearance you might want to spread that slit open wider a little bit if it is rubbing their just take a flathead and pry it just a tiny bit, Last futzed with by mikedabike64; October 4th, 2013 at 10:03 PM. Reason: poor grammer

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