Clutch Contents; Clutch Service Information; Clutch Troubleshooting - Honda Motorcycle Service Manual

SERVICE INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS
11-1 CLUTCH INSPECTION
11-1 HYDRAULIC CLUTCH SYSTEM
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SERVICE 11-27
SERVICE INF
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Clutch maintenance can be done with the engine in the frame.
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Refer to the Model Specific manual for removal/installation of the crankcase cover and specific clutch maintenance.
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Engine oil viscosity and level have an effect on clutch disengagement. When the clutch does not disengage or the vehicle
creeps with clutch disengaged, inspect the engine oil level before servicing the clutch system.
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On wet centrifugal clutches, the clutch will not engage properly if the engine oil contains additives such as molybdenum
disulfied. Oils with a molybdenum disulfied additive tend t o reduce clutch friction.
TROUBLESHQQTI NG
Clutch lever too high
Damaged, kinked or dirty clutch cable
Damaged clutch lifter mechanism
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Faulty clutch lifter plate bearing
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Sticking clutch slave cylinder piston
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Clogged hydraulic system
Clutch will not disengage or motorcycle creeps w i t h clutch
disengaged
Too much clutch lever free play
Warped plate
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Loose clutch lock nut
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Oil level too high, improper oil viscosity or oil additive
used
Air in hydraulic system
Low fluid level
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Hydraulic system leaking or clogged
Clutch slips
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Clutch lifter sticking
Worn clutch discs
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Weak clutch springs
No clutch lever free play
Hydraulic system clogged
Date of Issue: Sep., 1988
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HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
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