Clutch Adjustment; Free Play Adjustment; Mechanism Adjustment - Yamaha XS850G Owner's Manual

Clutch adjustment

This model has a clutch cable length adjuster
and a clutch mechanism adjuster. The cable
length adjuster is used to take up slack from
cable stretch and to provide sufficient free
play for proper clutch operation under vari-
ous operating conditions. The clutch mecha-
nism adjuster is used to provide the correct
amount of clutch "throw" for proper dis-
engagement, Normally, once the mechanism
is properly adjusted, the only adjustment
required is maintenance of free play at the
clutch handlebar lever.

1. Free play adjustment

Loosen the handlebar lever adjuster
lock nut, Next turn the length adjuster
either in or out until proper lever free
play is achieved.
1. Locknut
2. Adjuster
a. 2- 3 mmlO08- 0.12 Ill)

2. Mechanism adjustment

The second adjustment is located be-
hind the adjusting cover. Removing the
cover will expose the adjuster and lock
nut.
Loosen the lock nut, rotate the adjuster
in until it lightly seats against the clutch
push rod that works with the adjuster to
operate the clutch. Back the adjuster
out l/4 turn and tighten the lock nut.
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