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#1 | Replacing clutch assembly - tips? datum

Wed Feb 26, 2020 1:45 am

Hi guys,
I had a cracked clutch assembly and got some tips on the forum repairing with epoxy, which I did. Unfortunately it's only a temporary fix, as it's starting to crack again. In the meantime I got the full assembly from a wrecker. I'm fairly handy but have not messed with a hydraulic clutch system before and it looks fairly straightforward, but are there any tips on making the change-over? The whole assembly needs to be changed, but I will re-use the clutch lever and clutch switch. Any rookie mistakes to avoid? I've consulted Dr Google but results are all about replacing the clutch itself, not the assembly on the handlebars.
Cheers Richard

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#2 | RE: Replacing clutch assembly - tips? datum

Fri Feb 28, 2020 6:22 pm

Sorry no advice on the swap, but was wondering what caused the crack. Was this from regular use or did you have a spill? If just from regular use, how many miles?
Thanks

Pat
2016 R1200RS Granite Grey
2006 Ducati S2R1000

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#3 | RE: Replacing clutch assembly - tips? datum

Mon Mar 02, 2020 12:19 am

Zitat von CaliRS im Beitrag #2
Sorry no advice on the swap, but was wondering what caused the crack. Was this from regular use or did you have a spill? If just from regular use, how many miles?
Thanks

I'm pretty sure that the crack was caused by overtightening of the clamp. I think it must have been the previous owner or BMW service because I noticed it when repairing the clutch switch, but haven't removed it before that. If previous owner it would be been less than 5000Km. Bike is out of warranty otherwise I would have asked BMW to replace.
It's all fixed now, it was one of those rare wins where the job was easier and faster than expected, with no dramas.

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