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  • Clutch Cable Routing?

    Does anyone have a picture handy of the proper routing of the clutch cable (with tank off)? I had swapped the engine on my ‘79SF and forgot to note the routing. I know the cable swings up under the tank to the left side but hadn’t yet found the proper routing to the bars that would avoid tension on a sharp right turn. I scoured manuals and pictures on the internet for clues but all were bit different or sketchy. I can’t even remember if it ended up going through the frame at one point under the tank or beside the tank or if it went in front or behind the handlebar risers?
    Cheers, Dan


  • #2
    OK, I'll settle for a verbal description from anyone on how this cable is supposed to be routed. Every which I try seems to bind in one place or another.
    Last edited by Hawkinspickle; 10-19-2022, 01:03 AM. Reason: typo

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    • #3
      Couple pics, 79 Special...

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      2H7 (79)
      3H3

      "If it ain't broke, modify it"

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      • #4
        "I see! I see!" said the carpenter as he picked up his hammer and saw. Thanks Bikerphil. Very helpful.

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        • #5
          Yep, the cable routing is subject to change depending on which style handlebars are on the bike.
          2H7 (79)
          3H3

          "If it ain't broke, modify it"

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          • #6
            My Specials (including the '79 SF) have the cable routed differently:

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            I didn't offer any pictures before because they were requested with the tank off.


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            -Mike
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            '79 XS1100SF 20k miles
            '80 XS1100SG 44k miles
            '81 XS1100H Venturer 35k miles
            '79 XS750SF 17k miles
            '85 Honda V65 Magna ~7k miles
            '84 Honda V65 Magna 48k miles (parts bike)
            '86 Yamaha VMAX 9k miles

            Previous: '68 Motoguzzi 600cc + '79 XS750SF 22k miles +'84 Honda V65

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            • #7
              Thanks. This is great! Maybe I can turn right now!

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