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Title: clutch adjustable?
Post by: dbelch on March 07, 2012, 07:40:54 PM
Had a chance to ride the '86 and '91 back to back.  The '86 clutch lever engages the clutch right off the handle bar  (I kinda like that)  the '91 lever has to be let way out before the clutch engages...wouldn't mind getting that closer to the handle...any way to adjust an hydraulic clutch?

The '86 purr's like a kitten...seems more agile and energetic than the '91...just me or design/weight differences..?
Title: Re: clutch adjustable?
Post by: Dads_FJ on March 07, 2012, 09:28:10 PM
My solution to your dilemma was to install an adjustable clutch master from a Yamaha YZF750 - also used on some other bikes too.  It's made my Nissan and has a larger diameter piston so it has an easier pull.  Bonus - It matches my R1 Brake cylinder.

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Title: Re: clutch adjustable?
Post by: FJmonkey on March 07, 2012, 09:32:19 PM
Simple, stay with the 86'..... looks like an Ambulance but we want them pull over and get the fuck out of the way any how!@!@!!
Title: Re: clutch adjustable?
Post by: Mark Olson on March 08, 2012, 11:55:21 AM
Quote from: dbelch on March 07, 2012, 07:40:54 PM


The '86 purr's like a kitten...seems more agile and energetic than the '91...just me or design/weight differences..?

The 86 has a gearing and weight advantage over the 91,  barely noticeable by mere mortals.