Clutch

[07xb12rblack]

Does anyone know if I can adjust my clutch myself or if I would have to get HD to do it for me. Not just the clutch cable. My clutch doesn't start biting till about 85% of my release. My bike has about 600 miles on it. I don't think I ate them up that quick.

[BuellPartsGuy]

pick up a service manual and its pretty easy to do at home. It just that you need the procedure and specs from the book to do it.

[xb12r04red]

dont adjust it i did and blew out my clutch. ive been riding xb12r firebolt for a year. about 200-300 mles after i did i got a tapping noise while in gear, then i was riding cruising at 40 mph went to take off and it felt like the belt broke and just spun up and didnt take off. now i got to take it to the shop.

[xb12r04red]

i ended up blowing out the clutch, its 17 plates. it ran about $250 after everything was done.

[typeone]

+1 to the FSM, some patients and basic tools. its simple. should take you about 20min tops. a new gasket is a good idea too.

the XBs are some of the easiest bikes to work on, dont be afraid to maintain your own ride. gives you piece of mind to know its done right. the FSM is worth its weight in gold.. .

[JWolk217]

It sounds like the clutch cable just needs adjustment. Unless you ride like you are on the track everyday, you shouldn't need a clutch at 6,000 miles. There is an accordion style rubber boot covering a section of cable towards the right front of your motor. Loosen the lock nut and turn the adjusted nut (long nut). You will notice the clutch lever moving, and you can test drive it to get your preferred "friction zone".

[bajabomber87]

Ok I need to bump this thread, Could someone post the instructions on how to adjust the clutch?

My 08 xb12 is at 9500 miles and i need an adjustment asap.

Is it simply like JWolk217 said where you adjust it at the rubber boot or is it internal?

[dave_xb12r]

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/1832_20090102004528_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/1832_20090102004846_L.jpg

[bajabomber87]

:) Thanks Dave I appreciate it! Cuz Im sure as hell not paying a few hundred dollars for MC Harley to do it.

[Stevenc150]

Baja, just so you know, the entire service manual for an '05 is available on this site for free download. Just follow the "Buell Service Manuals" link at the top of this page and download & save the PDF to your computer. :)

[bajabomber87]

Yeah I saw that but for some reason nothing happens when I click on it, my adobe pdf must be fawked. But I dont know why that guy said not to do it yourself, Im very mechanical and dont have a problem tearing into the bike, but the clutch adjustment is so simple even a non mechanical person can adjust it with simple tools.

[Stevenc150]

Baja, leave me your address and if you want me to, I'll shoot it to you in an e-mail. It's an awesome aid to have.

[bajabomber87]

Thanks man

Bajabomber87@yahoo.com

[Stevenc150]

No problem, sent it out today. Later.