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Clutch Replacement - Anyone have problems or replaced?

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    My bike has 15k miles (second owner). Last time I had it in for service the guy indicated the clutch was slipping some. I didn't notice it but sure enough started to notice it the next week.

    I am planning some winter projects and curious the difficulty of this project. I've done some googling and seen how people do a clutch replacement. Doesn't look too hard, but also not on this particular bike.

    I'm shocked it needs to be done, but it is what it is.

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    Hey TXAGFAN441,
    Do a search for pgman's posts. I recently was inquiring about clutch issues on my 1100 and he posted some great info. He's a pretty smart and informed dude.

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    Thank you sir, I did some searches but did the wrong ones I guess.

    Some very helpful info, I appreciate it!

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    Our 1300 is in the shop tonight with a false neutral issue. Bike is still in gear when the green indicator is lit (and feel the 1/2 shift). I'll report tomorrow (hopefully it'll be done).

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    My bike has 15k miles (second owner). Last time I had it in for service the guy indicated the clutch was slipping some. I didn't notice it but sure enough started to notice it the next week.I am planning some winter projects and curious the difficulty of this project. I've done some googling and seen how people do a clutch replacement. Doesn't look too hard, but also not on this particular bike.I'm shocked it needs to be done, but it is what it is.
    Check the adjustment, proper adjustment on the top (clutch lever & cable) and down below there is a screw and lock nut that needs adjusting as the clutch wears. Mine slipped pretty bad until I did the lower one, it's been fine since.....8,000 more miles.

    If it does need replacement, a set of friction discs is usually all that is needed ($80-$100)...and a clutch holding tool is nice to have too.... they run $20-$50.... Hope that helps

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    I haven't had to replace the clutch yet, but I made a tool so that it's easy to keep the clutch adjusted right. It works well.

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