Honda 2009 CRF450X Owner's Manual & Competition Handbook page 62

Clutch System
Other Inspections & Lubrication
• Check that the clutch lever assembly is
positioned properly (the end of the holder (1)
is aligned with the paint mark (2) on the
handlebar) and the securing bolts are tight.
(1)
(2)
(1) holder (2) paint mark
• Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of
wear. If necessary, have it replaced.
• Lubricate the clutch cable with a
commercially-available cable lubricant to
prevent premature wear and corrosion.
Clutch Operation
1. Check for smooth clutch lever operation. If
necessary, lubricate the clutch lever pivot or
clutch cable.
2. Check the clutch cable for deterioration,
kinks, or damage.
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Servicing Your Honda
HONDA O/M CRF450X (Eu) 3RMEY620 00X3R-MEY-6200
Clutch Cover/Disc/Plate Removal
1. Drain the transmission oil (page 46).
2. Remove the rear brake pedal (1) by removing
the pin (2), pivot bolt (3), washer (4) and dust
seals (5).
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(1) rear brake pedal (4) washer
(2) pin (5) dust seals
(3) pivot bolt
3. Remove the six clutch cover bolts (6) and
clutch cover (7).
(6)
(7)
(6) clutch cover bolts (7) clutch cover
4. Remove the six clutch spring bolts and clutch
springs (8).
Loosen the clutch spring bolts in a crisscross
pattern in two or three progressive steps.
5. Remove the clutch pressure plate (9).
(9)
(8)
(8) clutch spring bolts/clutch springs
(9) clutch pressure plate