How to Adjust Harley-Davidson Clutch Cable by J&P Cycles

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Why should you adjust your clutch?
If your clutch is starting to wear and you have excessive movement in the clutch, you’ll need to tighten your clutch. Alternately, if you get “clutch creep,” meaning if you have the clutch pulled all of the way in and the bike is trying to pull its way through, you’ll also need to adjust it. Whether your cable is getting stretched out or your clutch is getting worn, either way, it’s important to keep your clutch in good working order.
Tools needed:
t27 torx with ¼” ratchet
11/16” wrench
9/16” wrench
½” wrench
7/32” allen wrench
Torque wrench
This clutch adjustment was performed on a 2008 Harley-Davidson Street Glide and would be similar for all late model Big Twins.
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@user-qm7tf1cc7j 6 жыл бұрын

for a first time owner of pre owned hd your videos are perfect not to slow not to fast and very explanatory and informative thank you for your videos,very helpful!

@timothymiller4008 9 жыл бұрын

you're the best,i have my first 2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom XL1200C after 20 years. i call up harley for info on the bike clutch and adjust all the person told me bring it down we get 130.00hr or 103.00hr. what piss me off i paid for a gold member don't call seacoast harley 6039649959 for help.YOUR videos are right to the point.THANK YOU,you save me a lot of money.And i made it to bike week end in Laconia NH with a broken leg

@leokavanaugh1939 Жыл бұрын

JP cycles got the best how to vids

@EarlGuyton425 6 жыл бұрын

You made this to show accurate clutch adjustment and showed it to be so simple. I have seen videos that make this procedure of just the clutch hub screw and cable adjustment to seem like this major complex timely procedure. If a person knows what they are doing they can do this in 20 minutes just like I did in my driveway as I sipped on my cup of coffee back and forth. To make any job easier HAVE THE TOOLS READY YOU NEED, I leared this the hard way decades ago

@TheTrtrapper Жыл бұрын

Great video ,some don't get close enough, some are not good at explaining the process, but you did a great job, thank you

@markwinchester3005 6 ай бұрын

Fixed in 20mins thanks to this vid andI didn't have give a thief $200.

@DeadManRiding714 6 ай бұрын

Thanks! This video saved me. I was stuck on the side of the road.

@gregmatthews2956 9 ай бұрын

Watched video once through. Now my clutch works great. Tnks

@EamonnSeoigh 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid. Something I think about is a pass-through socket set. Bostitch makes one. You can put a socket on the clutch lock-nut and, with the pass through, let’s you hold the adjuster screw in position through the socket while you torque down the lock-nut. I got a little tired of having the 11/16 open end rounding off the nut when the wrench slips off the nut, banging on the chrome (like it did in this vid), while loosening and tightening. I found this pass-through kit useful when dealing with buried adjusters and locknuts on other applications.

@michaelslawinski6449 6 ай бұрын

No need since it will not rotate

@EamonnSeoigh 6 ай бұрын

@@michaelslawinski6449both the adjuster and the lock nut rotate. What are you referring to?

@michaelslawinski6449 6 ай бұрын

@@EamonnSeoigh no need to hold the adjustment bolt when locking / applying torque to the nut. The adjustment bolt is not going to move. No need for special tools. Just allen key and wrench. Done

@roberttomlin2750 9 жыл бұрын

best video I've seen on adjusting the clutch.

@jackiewilliams7210 4 жыл бұрын

Great,you speak gently not loud makes it pleasant thank you!

@dan3510 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to make this. Helped me out a lot doing it for the first time

@mattpacheco355 4 жыл бұрын

MUST BE PERFORMED WITH THE BIKE COLD!!! Great reference video but left out one of most important steps. Also, if your clutch is newer, you will want closer to 1 turn out, if your clutch is older, start with a 1/2 turn out and go from there.

@salvatoregiovanni8967 Жыл бұрын

What exactly does more turns out do for the clutch engagement point? I have a 2011 Heritage with 17k miles. Proper free play is adjusted at the lever and the clutch has always engaged way too early. Like just a few mm after the lever leaves the handlebar grip. I just went through this adjustment procedure and backed it out a little over 1/2 turn and the clutch is still engaging very early.

@C.Stiltner Жыл бұрын

@@salvatoregiovanni8967 Engaged = when the clutch plates are together and transferring power to the rear wheel. Disengaged = when the clutch plates are separated and the power from the engine does not transfer to the rear wheel. The closer the actuating rod is to the clutch diaphragm spring (IE 1/4 turn CCW after seated) will result in GREATER clutch plate disengagement and LESS engagement. The further the actuating rod is from the clutch diaphragm spring (IE 1 full turn CCW after seated) will result in LESS clutch plate disengagement and MORE engagement resulting in creeping, hard to get into neutral, etc.

@C.Stiltner Жыл бұрын

@@salvatoregiovanni8967 try turning the adjuster CLOCKWISE 1/4 turn from where it is now. This should give more play (basically you’re doing less of a CCW turn) I used an Allen wrench and loosen up the adjuster and then spin it clockwise until it stops on its own weight, from there I turned it back 1/2 ccw turn. I just did a LOT of reading on this so I’m happy to help if I can.

@salvatoregiovanni8967 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips and thorough explanation. I will give that a shot!

@Jackapoo1 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding video as usual by this channel. Incredibly informative, simple to understand, and no annoying background music👍👍👍👍

@wapartist 6 жыл бұрын

Only video ive seen to clarify exactly what the slack means and where to measure it. Thank you! Ive heard of people doing it by holding the cable to get that 1/8-1/16". I have probably been running mine not fully engaged

@jonathonkrueck4028 8 жыл бұрын

I watched several in the row, this is the best one of them.

@morkbov Ай бұрын

Professionally, well made videos, every time. I love your channel. Keep on the good work.

@michaelsteinrok3002 4 жыл бұрын

Very clear instructions and very helpful. Thank you!

@nicl9362 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and easy to understand. Thanks! Worked perfectly to get clutch feeling good again.

@steverichens4242 3 жыл бұрын

Very well done. I like the way you made it simple, easy and you had a good view of everything you did

@spulamander 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making a video that gets right to the point instead of first giving the history about clutches.

@unpopulartruths4531 7 ай бұрын

such a simple and awesome explain. Love you. Thanks bro

@Terry-gf6tz 7 ай бұрын

Thank you brother

@dashriprok5852 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks ,JON Parham ,legend thanks fer keepin riding fer 40 years. RIP my friend.

@mikeL8814 Жыл бұрын

I've found your videos and products to be helpful and exactly what i need. now off to adjust the clutch!

@robertbeaulieu8721 2 жыл бұрын

Even if one is not mechanically inclined this video makes it easy to do . Thanks

@DeuceDevil 2 жыл бұрын

One good explanation of clutch adjustments. Thanks Brother.

@hillbillyblues79 3 жыл бұрын

Had to pull clutch pack to do my stator. Just the info i needed, thanks!

@thesillybilly 2 жыл бұрын

The by far no doubt in my mind the easiest to the point perfect tutorial on KZfaq. Thank you for taking the time to do this video. Any tips on how to soften the pull of the clutch. Maybe how to lube the cable?

@jdubkrew 9 ай бұрын

This worked perfect. Easy job and well said. Thank you!

@donmccormack7016 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video great information. I was able to make my way thru this entire process. Thank You!

@joeszucs2190 3 жыл бұрын

Helpful and straight forward thanks.

@patrickursomanno8861 3 жыл бұрын

Quick and simple instructions thanks.

@ceneb3731 7 жыл бұрын

thanks guys for the help , i had some play with my clutch lever thirty minutes later all done..

@vikingselph5475 7 жыл бұрын

thank you! J&P Cycles you have a customer for life. you really set the standard for an awesome company

@joeharris7370 3 жыл бұрын

best how-to help video, thanx j&p!!!

@ldoubledogtraining 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks A hundred and hundred of dollars from the bottom of my pocketbook wasn't sure clutch was slipping really bad watch your video and off and riding I go preciate it keep the videos coming

@rosemcbirney5123 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for getting back to me. Vince

@faithinyeshua9854 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Anyone can adjust a clutch after watching this👍🏻

@Schafudd 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, as always thanks for the info and great vids! Just did new bars and need to do this also.

@donpet8258 2 жыл бұрын

I have a OEM service Manuel. But your awesome info is way better and easier.!!! Thanks so much !

@larrycraven394 4 жыл бұрын

Good simple explanation , good job .

@shaneebert2695 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome thank you for posting this very simple and very informative great video!

@dannyboy9784 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, need to do that to mine this spring. Thanks

@keithevans3676 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect 10:10 from the South Coast of England - thank you very much! Keith

@GaryChaffin-nl7pe Ай бұрын

Great explanation! Thanks!

@brianjosephson9865 2 жыл бұрын

i just did this today and wow what a difference

@EthanHaleCoach Жыл бұрын

Fantastic tutorial. Thanks!

@graywolfe7232 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man was on way back on road trip and had no audire how to adjust my clutch with your video and my small tool kit at rest stop on I let my bike cool fast fix and was able to get back home that nite ty I'll be looking into more of your videos 😊

@lynndaletankersleyjr.7000 5 жыл бұрын

Great video . Helped 100% thank you

@gordonramos4135 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video very simple to follow good stuff

@DickieB83 8 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. Thank you.

@sohnetowing9743 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid guys. Keep em coming

@dupont242 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video and much easier than i thought it might be. Thanks. :)

@DragonCarlin1982 3 жыл бұрын

thanks bro for your videos it help me a lot,

@jimkrivoshein1712 7 жыл бұрын

Well done and much appreciated. Was feeling like my clutch might need adjusting, but now I know it's within expected play and all is well.

@LloydMayes Ай бұрын

I’m goin to adjust mine today. Mine tries to take off when the clutch is pulled. Thanks for the video

@evan668 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video lots of help thanks!

@randydesrochers2884 4 жыл бұрын

All things being equal and the clutch lever is adjusted properly, I like my clutch to engage almost right away when I release the lever. Would I turn the allen head out more than 1/2 turn or slightly less than 1/2 turn? Take into consideration that I don't want creep when it's cold but at the same time I don't want to make it hard to hit neutral when it cold either.

@thekevindentonroadshowlive9454 4 жыл бұрын

Watching videos .. I learned .. and I’ve saved over 600 bucks or more doing my own work

@bigmike690smc 8 жыл бұрын

I love how simple these bikes are to work on...

@williammorgan5987 4 жыл бұрын

Harley Davidson Rider that’s the benefit of our very “outdated” bikes

@anthonyrodriguez8482 3 жыл бұрын

@@williammorgan5987 don't change what isn't broke

@pmaint1 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video. How do you know when it's time to make the clutch adjustment?

@thenonqualifiedevangelist2592 3 жыл бұрын

superb vid! thank you

@davevartanian76 4 жыл бұрын

Great video it is the best for reference thanks

@albertomartinezalvarado9162 2 жыл бұрын

excelente muy practico gracias J&P

@rowlinstoned3715 2 жыл бұрын

Best video on this topic. 🤘

@timothythiels1030 4 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was looking for, explained simply.

@wingman1255 9 ай бұрын

Outstanding! Thank YOU

@robertmedina6875 2 жыл бұрын

Your the BEST!!! THANKS

@garya3056 6 жыл бұрын

Patrick, nice video. Any difference in using the O style or full circle with center type derby cover gaskets in your view?

@TwoWheelRocco 4 жыл бұрын

Great Job, Thank you

@jimthorndike3355 8 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks !!!

@headwound2129 3 жыл бұрын

Dig the videos...much help my bike guy retired...and wont take it to the Dealer...😎

@ludovico6252 4 жыл бұрын

Hello thank you for the video. I did the setting but now i have a big problem when i pull the lever it didn't go so close to the handgrip as before so i force and now it's stuck😲 😭. I don't understand everything seemed to be good. I dismount again the cover loosen the nut and nothing happen... Do you have an idea please? Hope see you soon.

@talyonmaximus 5 жыл бұрын

If you just wanted to adjust the contact point of the clutch handle itself (ie; I'd like my clutch to engage a bit sooner as I"m releasing it), could you make that adjustment at the cable adjust nuts located half way down the cable, under the rubber boot?

@web1108 9 жыл бұрын

thanks... video was a great help.... thx

@Jtdubbzz 10 ай бұрын

Awesome… the 9/16 primary bolt just stripped while trying to do this 🤦🏼‍♂️ I give up

@MrCALIBRATION1 Ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@daveross5314 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid thanks!!!

@alanrobbins9980 6 жыл бұрын

Thank You Very Helpfull

@danieljohnstone6805 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very helpful

@MrMeatball052 4 жыл бұрын

This dude just busted out the Newton meters. Where'd he go to motorcycle school? MIT? lol. Thanks for the vid. I'm doing this tomorrow

@jpcycles 4 жыл бұрын

@tintintintin232323 3 жыл бұрын

quick no BS Thanks!

@muratyeter4493 2 ай бұрын

Many thanks

@seven73ify 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video thanks

@joef1159 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for video 👍

@rosemcbirney5123 5 жыл бұрын

If I adjust it as you do and the clutch is still the same ie grunchs into 1 as well a 2nd would it be the clutch plates could this explain why there’s no play in the lever as the last owner was trying to get the most out of it

@SeekerFor1000 3 жыл бұрын

Superbly done! I have an 08 FLHTSUSE with clutch creep. Thanks, man!

@SBrandon562 7 жыл бұрын

I'm new to motorcycles, I have an 03 Road King Anniversary. I tried starting my bike in gear this morning (with the clutch pulled in) and it crept forward a few inches. It did start, But it pulled the bike forward. I'm assuming that the clutch needs to be adjusted, But would that be because it is out of whack? Or just because of normal clutch wear? Also, I sometimes find it hard to get the bike into first gear...I have to (almost) stomp on the shifter to get it to engage.

@danielplouffe4632 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@bagoonyur 2 жыл бұрын

If there is clutch creep which part should I adjust? The cable nuts or open the derby cover again and adjust that as well?

@benlavaki5017 10 ай бұрын

Thank you great video

@benmartinez3675 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video

@whollymary7406 Жыл бұрын

Great video thank you

@BrewCityRider 7 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. Just adjusted my clutch on the old Evo. The lock nut/adjuster nut setup on the cable was slightly different, but everything else basically the same. I couldn't break that damn clutch lock nut loose using the method in the video, so I just put a socket on it and had the wife hold the front break while I snapped it loose. Doesn't seem to be any reason to hold the adjuster screw while breaking the nut loose. Did a quick Google search to confirm, and seems many people just use a socket, including some Harley techs.

@onecleanfinger 27 күн бұрын

Yep mine started rounding using the wrench. Threw a socket on and presto

@stizzoforizzo898 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful

@scottjones2564 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder what that was clutch creep I have just a little bit especially in first gear I started up for the collect so I basically just make sure took care of that?

@Procrastinator1948 8 жыл бұрын

Just FYI. On an Electra Glide with passenger floorboards you will have to remove the left floorboard before you can even get to the rearmost clutch cover screw.

@crites123456789 Жыл бұрын

Yeah I tried this and was so tight that the actual Allan bolt broke. Like a chunk where your alan wrench goes in...

@gcragg11 3 ай бұрын

Hi...thanks for your vid. Is there a way of knowing by performance when this clutch rod needs to be adjusted? Because Ive never done it. Just adjusted my cable slack a few times. But my clutch feels and performs perfectly. Should I just leave it alone? Thanks man.