Honda CB500X 2020 Owner's Manual page 100

Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay
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Loosen the upper lock nut and turn the
1.
upper clutch cable adjuster all the way in
(to provide maximum freeplay). Tighten
the upper lock nut.
Loosen the lower lock nut.
2.
Turn the adjusting nut until the clutch
3.
lever freeplay is 3/8 - 13/16 in (10 - 20
mm).
Tighten the lower lock nut and check the
4.
clutch lever freeplay.
Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in,
5.
and shift into gear. Make sure the engine
does not stall and the vehicle does not
creep. Gradually release the clutch lever
and open the throttle. Your vehicle should
move smoothly and accelerate gradually.
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Lower lock nut
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If proper adjustment cannot be obtained or
the clutch does not work correctly, see your
dealer.
Adjusting nut