Tight Clutch

[Spaaz9]

I just purchased my wife a 2012 RS and the clutch is extremely tight. We've already tried adjusting the distance from the grip, but that hasn't helped. I RTFF's, but can't find anything that's helpful and current. Is there an easy pull or anything for the Spyders?

 

[wyliec]

I had a hard time pulling in my clutch lever just before the clutch basket came loose from the crankshaft.

 

[NancysToy]

The Spyder has a built-in vacuum clutch assist. There is an outside chance it may not be working properly, but more likely she wiull just have to getused to it. Nancy bought some hand exercisers and built up her muscles a bit. Now she does OK.

 

[SpyderAnn01]

Welcome Steve. You just got an answer from one of the smartest Spyder owners. Have ProShop check it out and if okay then have Ilisha (sp) start doing exercises

 

[Jeriatric]

 

[Spaaz9]

Thanks for the responses. I told her to man up

 

[Chupaca]

Heavy clutch..!!

best is to adjust the reach as close as possible. Then the pull is shorter. There is a cam over (like a hump) once you pass that it is softer. She needs to find the best position...good luck..congrats on the new ryde, enjoy it..!! hyea:

 

[gypsy_100]

The Spyder has a built-in vacuum clutch assist. There is an outside chance it may not be working properly, but more likely she wiull just have to getused to it. Nancy bought some hand exercisers and built up her muscles a bit. Now she does OK.

With the engine off, try pulling the clutch lever several times. That'll show you what it's like with no assist. It's one stiff clutch pull. Then start the engine and do it again with the vacuum assist. You should notice a big difference. Very easy for a motorcycle clutch. If you don't notice the difference, then something is amiss. There is a computer controlled valve that shuts off the vacuum assist at higher speeds/rpm (I don't remember which) when you don't really need it for quick shifts. But the valve allows the assist to operate at slow speeds/rpm when you are likely to have to hold it for longer periods, like in traffic, etc. I suppose that valve could be malfunctioning. Check for the difference in pull with/without the engine running and then you'll know. If there is a difference, then all is well and your wife will just have to exercise the grip.

 

[wyliec]

gypsy_100,

I've never noticed that. Other than what I mentioned above, I've never gave the clutch lever pull a second thought. I'll give it a try today with/without the engine running. Thanks

 

[Flanker]

I had a hard time pulling in my clutch lever just before the clutch basket came loose from the crankshaft.

Encouraging news, indeed! LOL!

 

[gypsy_100]

gypsy_100,

I've never noticed that. Other than what I mentioned above, I've never gave the clutch lever pull a second thought. I'll give it a try today with/without the engine running. Thanks[/QUOTE

OK. I went back and looked it up. Paraphrasing, here is what happens... The assist is provided and will vary according to throttle position and rpm up to about 4,000 rpm. Above that, no assist will be provided. Below 4,000 rpm, the lesser the throttle opening, the more the assist. Below 4,000 rpm, the lower the rpm, the more the assist.

So it sounds to me like BRP is taking pity on us when we're at red lights or stuck in traffic and need to be shifting constantly or pulling the clutch in and holding it. When you're out on the road and letting it rev and shifting normally, no assist is needed.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

DIFFERENT CLUTCH LEVER

Someone will chime in here, and tell you what the NAME of the ADJUSTABLE CLUTCH LEVER is .......I believe " DYNAMO BT " got one and liked it a lot.....Mike

 

[wyliec]

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