Thank you John, I have a few ideas in mind that the average guy can do in his garage with no expense. I am a retired machinist and if I still had access to the machine shop I would simply design and manufacture my own part that would last and be reliable. But maybe coming up with something simple and effective that anyone can do is the better approach as to help others, as opposed to machining an expensive part for them to buy. Summer is always busy for me, so hopefully this coming winter I will put a solid fix out there for everyone to consider. Thank you John, nice to read your comments as always.

Thank you very much, I really appreciate you reaching out to me. I started this channel to reach out to other people who love vintage motorcycles and newer models as well to share information back and forth with each other. I’m really happy to hear you found my channel and I hope you find something that is of value and interest to you. I definitely hope you subscribe and follow along with your comments and ideas sharing your knowledge. Again, thank you for reaching out, i appreciate the positive feedback. Take care my friend.

In my case the cable jumped out while i was just about to leave the house. In your case you had to think fast and on the fly! I am definitely going to come up with a fix for this problem when I get time, especially since I ride a lot of open back roads in the middle of nowhere! I really appreciate your comment on this topic, take care!

@@Michael-st1hl Maybe a machined design you could patent? Machining has progressed a LOT since the mid-50s!

@@Jamestfarrell Actually I am a retired professional machinist and have mechanical engineering experience as well. Basically I started this channel to connect and share knowledge with people and share my passion for vintage motorcycles. I already thought of a better design and fix for this weak design Harley Davidson stayed with for almost two decades! I simply wanted to come up with a better and stronger solution that I can share with everyone. When I get the time I will make a video featuring my own ideas and solutions to this problem. I really appreciate you reaching out and your feedback on this topic. Take care!

Thanks Big Ed, always something going on with these old bikes, if it’s not one thing it’s another! At least it provides content to share! Waiting to see your updates as well. I hope you have at least one of those sleds rolling down there! Be well my friend!

I am currently thinking of a better and much stronger version of this part. I just have to put it to the test and will make a video of it soon. Let me know what you think when my video comes out. Take care!

Thank you for sharing your experience and thoughts pertaining to this topic. I never had the release rod punch through my clutch release disk before! Yes, it makes sense that the heavier spring pressure would contribute to that problem. To be honest, the stock clutch springs always worked fine for my application in ordinary street use as long as they are in spec length if I remember correctly 2 5/8 long free length. I definitely want to come up with a better more solid solution for the worm lever situation and I have a few ideas. I am a professional retired machinist and would have no problem designing and machining a new part from scratch. However since I no longer have access to my machine shop I want to come up with a solution that the average guy can do in his garage for a nice solid cheap fix that can benefit others. I really appreciate you commenting and sharing your own experiences because it’s people like you is why I started this channel in the first place so we can learn from each other and share information. I hope you subscribe and keep leaving your thoughts and comments. Take care and thank you very much!

Yes, I leave a little slack in the clutch cable first, then make the clutch rod adjustment.

Thanks! I just bought a xlch 1968 but i wasnt sure, im glad i found your channel!