Any motorcycle Mechanics on here ?
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Any motorcycle Mechanics on here ?
Might have an issue with my 2002 Bonneville with the clutch basket
triumph_outer_drum by Martin Bailey, on Flickr
I can get movement as in the picture above with everything tightened up
Gear/basket has a needle bearing that sits on a sleeve then slides onto gearbox shaft
I know the needle bearings wobble in their cages but is this not good ?
triumph_outer_drum by Martin Bailey, on Flickr
I can get movement as in the picture above with everything tightened up
Gear/basket has a needle bearing that sits on a sleeve then slides onto gearbox shaft
I know the needle bearings wobble in their cages but is this not good ?
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Re: Any motorcycle Mechanics on here ?
Are you saying that it has end play? As in and out movement. If it does when completely assembled it's likely designed into the assembly to accommodate expansion as the unit heats up. If there's no discoloration on the sleeve or bearing rollers and it worked before disassembling I'd say it's OK. More details may help diagnosis. Like does it diminish when the hub plates and pressure plate are installed?
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Salvador Dali
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Re: Any motorcycle Mechanics on here ?
Hub plate and pressure plate fitted makes no difference
No discolouration
Tempted to splash out on a second hand complete clutch from a low mileage newer model
No discolouration
Tempted to splash out on a second hand complete clutch from a low mileage newer model
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Re: Any motorcycle Mechanics on here ?
How much movement? 2-3MM or 10-12MM?
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Re: Any motorcycle Mechanics on here ?
Unless it was being problematic before disassembly I'd inspect everything and if it passes forget about it.
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Salvador Dali
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Re: Any motorcycle Mechanics on here ?
OK I'm a Dork !
In getting the clutch centre nut off I have damaged the thrust plate with the 4 posts for the clutch springs attached to it
Well I thought, it's only a small part of the clutch and only a rough arsed casting, how much could that be ?
FFS £134 !!!!
So taking a slight twist here , I have seen a complete clutch basket assembly on the auction sites with only 3000 miles for £150 posted
Still a kick in the bollocks but what can I do ....
So this 3000 mile clutch comes with everything including the £134 part, clutch plates, basket etc
In getting the clutch centre nut off I have damaged the thrust plate with the 4 posts for the clutch springs attached to it
Well I thought, it's only a small part of the clutch and only a rough arsed casting, how much could that be ?
FFS £134 !!!!
So taking a slight twist here , I have seen a complete clutch basket assembly on the auction sites with only 3000 miles for £150 posted
Still a kick in the bollocks but what can I do ....
So this 3000 mile clutch comes with everything including the £134 part, clutch plates, basket etc
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Re: Any motorcycle Mechanics on here ?
The most annoying part will be when it comes with 2-3mm of end play when properly assembled.......
Re: Any motorcycle Mechanics on here ?
Yes LOL
At least there will be no doubt !
Lesson learned
Can't believe Triumph taking the piss on that part though
At least there will be no doubt !
Lesson learned
Can't believe Triumph taking the piss on that part though
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Ah nothin's cheap anymore. A decent damn cigar costs $25 US. So spend away for it will become so worthless to have cash at this rate.
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Salvador Dali
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