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Re: Time to switch cables to SS, some advice needed

[quote user="TECK"] ..... Alan, is it Galfer you have now for your front brake lines? What bothers me with Galfer is that they have their name printed on cables like 285 times.... Custom Brake Lines - 3 Days :>) The Galfer black SS frt & rear brake lines that i received from Cycle Brakes...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 10-19-2008
Filed under: Clutch cable, Brake Line
Re: Yamaha braided cables

I had Barnett make up a custom clutch cable with a straight end at the clutch lever (same as Road Star) which works out much better with my handlebars. Got the idea some time ago from Yamatized when he replaced his with a RoadStar MidNight cable. http://www.rswarrior.com/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=30617...

Posted to General Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 05-17-2006
Filed under: Clutch cable
Re: Clutch cable

[quote user="rockstar666"] Hey Guys, Just wondering what the difference is between barnett clutch cable and the regular stock one? Is it worth the difference? Thanks[/quote]I don't remember the difference in cost, if there is one but it's definitely a better engineered product and won't...

Posted to Product Reviews (Forum) by AlanH on 05-06-2008
Filed under: Clutch cable
Re: Stainless brake and clutch lines

[quote user="Meatball"] They sun oxidises the clear plastic coating, I'm pretty sure you'll find it's pretty much the same product on all of them. I've heard that tooth paste and elbow grease can bring them back, but I haven't tried it. The only thing I'd add is, I've...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 09-04-2008
Filed under: Clutch cable
Re: Cable length-please help-need advice-soon

[quote user="Davan"] I am trying to shorten mine, so I know the answer to your question since I have been playing with mine too. If you want to get new cables, go to http://www.motionpro.com/ I[/quote] Davan ... just a friendly heads up from previous members posts on this forum. Your Vendor...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 07-18-2008
Filed under: Clutch cable
Clutch Component Dynamics

Yup, it's interesting how things get lost in translation Item 5 & Item 32 are both listed as PUSH components in the Yamaha Parts Fiche but in the Real World are PULL components as is the Clutch Cable The clutch cable PULLS the Lever 5 CCW which in turn rotates the shaft 7 causing the small pinion...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 01-27-2009
Filed under: Clutch, Clutch cable
Clutch cable length 101

[quote user="southboundchicken"] ..... let me take the liberty of answering this one for alan,( i know he'll scald me if i'm wrong ) the shorter cable has to bend a little harder than a longer one will therefore causing more friction on the cable not allowing it to "slip"...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 10-27-2008
Filed under: Clutch cable
Re: Clutch Cable

RF_WIZ .... the following is taken from this earlier thread: http://www.rswarrior.com/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=50615 Also, the orientation of the slot in the cable adjustment bolt can cause premature failure IMO Unlike the OEM cable the BARNETT clutch cable has a 2-pc connection at the clutch lever...

Posted to General Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 05-11-2007
Filed under: Clutch cable
Re: Clutch Cable

[quote user="Justin "] I'm on my 3rd cable. Dunno why they keep busting on me. Maybe since it's a +4. Anyways I got my newest one from http://www.motionpro.com/search/motorcycle/armor_coat_cables/ I like the build of it over barnett and also it was made and mailed quick. [/quote] Justin...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 08-01-2008
Filed under: Clutch cable
Re: Clutch Slipping Need HELP!

[quote user="Brian Karr"] I just took off my old 6.5" risers to send them in to be re-chromed and installed a set of 5.5" risers. What has happened is when I am rolling in 2nd-4th gears and roll the throttle back hard my RPM's skyrocket and then you can feel, at least to me, clutch...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 06-17-2009
Filed under: Clutch, Clutch cable

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