Honda CRF450R 2009 Owner's Manual & Competition Handbook page 65

Cable End Adjustment
Minor adjustments are generally made with the
clutch cable end adjuster.
Turning the cable end adjuster (1) in direction (+)
will increase freeplay and turning it in direction
(–) will decrease freeplay.
(–)
(+)
(1)
(1) cable end adjuster
(+) increase freeplay
(–) decrease freeplay
If the adjuster is threaded out near its limit or the
correct freeplay cannot be reached, turn the
adjuster all the way in and back out one turn and
make the adjustment with the integral cable
adjuster.
Integral Cable Adjustment
The integral cable adjuster is used if the cable
end adjuster is threaded out near its limit — or
the correct freeplay cannot be obtained.
1. Turn the cable end adjuster in direction (
until it seats lightly and then turn it out five
turns.
2. Loosen the lock nut (1).
3. Turn the integral cable adjuster (2) to obtain
the specified freeplay.
4. Tighten the lock nut. Check the freeplay.
(1)
(–)
(+)
(2)
(1) lock nut (+) increase freeplay
(2) integral cable adjuster (–) decrease freeplay
5. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, 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. Your CRF should move smoothly
and accelerate gradually.
If you can't get proper adjustment, or the clutch
does not work properly, the cable may be kinked
or worn, or the clutch discs may be worn.
Inspect the clutch discs and plates (page 61).
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.
(2)
(1) holder
• 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 bolt
sliding surface with grease and/or clutch cable
with commercially available cable lubricant.
2. Check the clutch cable for deterioration,
kinks, or damage.
Clutch System
(1)
(2) paint mark
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