[Bugzy]

The clutch lever on the DL1K is different than on the Wee obviously, so i wanted to ask this in here.

My clutch lever needs lubing. I can feel it kind of sticking, or crunching when being used.

As this is hydraulic, i want to be sure to do this correctly. Is there a problem just removing the screw holding the lever on and pulling it out to clean/lube?

I haven't looked at it yet, thought i would just toss the question out. I'm sure some of you guys have done this a million times before.

 

[bwringer]

Go ahead -- it's all very straightforward.

Just pay attention to how the pushrod attaches.

 

[realshelby]

I would add that putting grease on the brass bushing that actuates the pushrod is just as or more important than the mounting point of the lever. Very simple job, pushrod is held in place by a rubber bellows, blunt end goes in the clutch master cylinder.

 

[Jimding]

lately

Changed your clutch fluid lately? Does it look a bit tea-like through the sightglass? It is my impression that the fluid becomes a bit less slippery as it ages/collects moisture,giving the feeling of sticky/hard clutch pull, not to mention that collected fluid will eventually start corroding parts that need to seal. Lubing the pivot is also important, but grungy old fluid won't help the cause.

 

[Bugzy]

Thanks guys.

The fluid is clear. It was just replaced last year. I will pull it apart tonight.