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#Post#: 1952--------------------------------------------------
Sticky Clutch
DIR By: OldeGoat
Date: May 2, 2017, 12:00 pm
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I decided to take the Civile for a short run today, and prior to
starting, tried to free the clutch, without success, which I put
down to lack of use / standing too long.
Taking a chance, front brake on, I started it and engaged first
gear, which wasn't too bad, and set off round the local roads.
To start with, it was a jerky ride to say the least, but
eventually I managed to free the clutch, so the ride was a lot
better.
When I got home I took the inlet valve nut off to see what the
oiling was like, only to find there wasn't much to be seen, even
when revving the engine. Looks like the inlet valve oil mod.
may be on the cards.
#Post#: 1957--------------------------------------------------
Re: Sticky Clutch
DIR By: banquo
Date: May 3, 2017, 4:19 am
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Two problems in one post Oldegoat?
Sounds like cleaning up the plates might be a good idea.
Mine's always a bit sticky if left for a few months, but always
frees off on the kickstart.
Interesting observation on the inlet oiling
#Post#: 1960--------------------------------------------------
Re: Sticky Clutch
DIR By: OldeGoat
Date: May 3, 2017, 9:15 am
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Two problems in one post Oldegoat?
Apologies for that, banquo! I must admit I was surprised that
the clutch was stuck so firmly, as the bikes aren't left unused
for long periods, so this is something I'll have to watch.
Today, the clutch is fine so I'm a happy bunny.
#Post#: 1961--------------------------------------------------
Re: Sticky Clutch
DIR By: banquo
Date: May 3, 2017, 9:27 am
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Sounds good; maybe got a bit of damp in there, and rusted up...
No need for apologies by the way - I should have used a smiley,
but I'm choked with the cold, and head is full of cotton wool.
:'(
#Post#: 1962--------------------------------------------------
Re: Sticky Clutch
DIR By: OldeGoat
Date: May 3, 2017, 11:36 am
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A wee dram is probably in order then! Have one (or two) for
me👍
#Post#: 1963--------------------------------------------------
Re: Sticky Clutch
DIR By: banquo
Date: May 3, 2017, 12:13 pm
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Consider it done, although I think spending the holiday weekend
doing just that at the Scottish Rally may have set this off in
the first place!
#Post#: 1966--------------------------------------------------
Re: Sticky Clutch
DIR By: Rascall
Date: May 5, 2017, 9:34 am
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I endorse the inlet rocker oil feed mod, my inlet rocker was
very scored, the lubrication in this area is very poor without
the extra feed. My rocker is away being resurfaced at the
moment.
Russell
#Post#: 1967--------------------------------------------------
Re: Sticky Clutch
DIR By: OldeGoat
Date: May 5, 2017, 10:00 am
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Did you make yours, or buy an off the shelf kit, Rascall?
#Post#: 1969--------------------------------------------------
Re: Sticky Clutch
DIR By: cloggy
Date: May 7, 2017, 6:10 am
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Yeh mine looked dry when I finally got round to setting the
tappets by the book [4 and 8 thou in old currency] On the other
hand it's made it to 68k without using any oil and knackering
anything.......
#Post#: 1973--------------------------------------------------
Re: Sticky Clutch
DIR By: Rascall
Date: May 8, 2017, 6:13 am
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I bought a kit from Escher on germany
Russell
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