Honda XL650V Owner's Manual page 33

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4. Loosen the lock nut ( ) at the lower end
of the cable. Turn the adjusting nut ( ) to
obtain the specified free play. Tighten the
lock nut ( ) and check the adjustment. 5
5. Start the engine, pull in the clutch lever
and shift into gear. Make sure the engine
does not stall and the motorcycle does
not creep. Gradually release the clutch
lever and open the throttle. T he
motorcycle should begin to move
smoothly and accelerate gradually.
If proper adjustment cannot be obtained or
the clutch does not work correctly, see your
Honda dealer.
5 Other Checks:
6 Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of
wear that could cause sticking or failure.
L ubricate the clutch cable w it h a
commercially available cable lubricant to
prevent premature wear and corrosion.
(5) Lock nut
(6) Adjusting nut
(5)
(6)
( ( A A ) )
( ( B B ) )
(A) Increase free play
(B) Decrease free play
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