[motorcyclistonline] - How To Lube Your Motorcycle Cables

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Parody alert: Do not lubricate your cables this way, unless you want to make a mess.


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If your clutch or throttle feels sticky or has inconsistent operation, or you ride in the rain a lot, or just have a lot of miles on your bike, it’s likely time to give your control cables some TLC. Read on to learn how.

1 // You can service the cables while they’re installed on the bike, but removing the parts will make the task easier. Take a photo to confirm routing and then remove the cables and inspect them for damage or wear.


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2 // Select your lube. Some cables have a slick inner sheath that will gum up if exposed to solvents or harsh chemicals, so do NOT use WD-40 or any other type of penetrating oil. Regular motor oil works great if you don’t have an appropriate aerosol product.


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3 // This is the old-school way to do it! Cut a hole in the corner of a small plastic bag and push the cable through the hole. Secure the bag to the cable with a rubber band and then invert the bag to create a funnel.


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4 // Add some lube to the funnel (about a tablespoon) and hold the cable vertically so that gravity can pull the lubricant down into the housing. Work the inner wire up and down to help move the lube along. Once the lower end of the wire gets wet, you’re done.


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5 // Remove your funnel, wipe down the cable, and reinstall it on the bike. Make sure you return the adjusters to their original positions, or better yet check your owner’s manual and set the slack to the manufacturer’s recommendation.


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6 // Want to be done sooner? Motion Pro’s cable luber allows you to inject lube directly into the housing with the cable still on the bike.


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See the MC Garage Video on how to lube cables here.




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