DIY Clutch Inspection/Replacement! (1977 XS750) - Rick's Garage ep.40

[@wm8728]

Rick, I just stumbled upon your XS750 project. Now I'm a subscriber! Awesome video of the clutch pack swap. I would add a couple of things: instead of sacrificing a deep well 32mm socket, I've used a set of plumber's sockets to great effect and they are cheap and ubiquitous; I bought a set of friction discs and clutch plates from a SE Asian dealer... the plates turned out to be way too thin, so I had to order more. I bought my XS750SF new back in 1979, and I just recently completed a frame-off restoration. I also dealt with the Gasoil(TM) issues loooong ago. We should compare notes! Nice to meet you! Bill in Little Rock

[@danielbiernat3299]

Hey Rick, Awesome video. Been following your build since I recently came to own my own 1979 XS750. Never knew how a clutch actually worked until now. Keep up the great work brother!!!

[@kynankyle1166]

Thats a job on the extensive to do list. Clutch slips in 5th if given some beans on the throttle. Videos a bit quick for me so plenty of pauses 😊

[@mudderfawker069]

Great videos, it's great to watch and relearn what I forgot about my first 77 xs750 back in 91, I just picked up the same bike and am fixing a few things, NOS primary chain starts tomorrow, would appreciate more information on the primary tensioner.

[@RicksGarage]

If you're on FB, check out the yamaha triples group - I added a print with measurements - make sure you sub (if you havent already) I've got a v2 of the tensioner 😎

[@s.sullivan5299]

Yet another informative and fun to watch video. I finally got started on my '77 XS750 project today and made some real progress. Seat, tank, carbs, and air box all out and now to start the tear down process. Any pointers on lubing cables? My throttle was stiff when the carb was on but having it out I can see/feel that it's moving freely so it's the cable that's sticking. Thank you and keep the videos coming!

[@RicksGarage]

Any progress is awesome but it sound like you got a lot done! I think the easiest way to lube cables is to remove them from the bike and hang them vertically. Tie a rag/plastic bag round the lower end, and lightly spray/pour some oil in the top end. It's time consuming but just let it drip for a day or two, working the cable in the sheath.

[@samneve]

Hello Rick, Thank you for thuis great video, much appriciated here in the Netherlands. I have some questions: Is there a metal bullet in the hollow gearbox axle? What kind of tensioner is there on the primairy drive chain? When you install the last side cover (with Yamaha on it), what is inside this cover? The 3 bolts in it were nog not touched. Best regards, Sam Neve

[@RicksGarage]

Hello Sam - glad you found the video useful. To answer your questions: Yes, there is a metal block that sits in the gearbox axle (input shaft). There is a ball bearing between the pushrod and this block. It's what pushes against the pressure plate. The tensioner is one that I built myself for the aging primary chain. Under the small plate on the primary cover is the stator and charging coil to supply power to the electrics.

[@chancemanning646]

How many friction discs and steel plates were there?

[@RicksGarage]

I believe there's 6 of each - the main drum and the pressure plate also act as steel discs

[@skinneyjay5451]

Please tell me you didnt give up on this bike. Are you going to be making more content on the xs750?

[@RicksGarage]

Thank you for your comment and concern SkinneyJay! quaranTina has taken a bit of a back-burner position temporarily, but I haven't given up yet! Thanks for the support!

[@skinneyjay5451]

@@RicksGarage I've had a 77 xs750 in my garage for the past 11 years. Luckily I did all the prep work on the tank before I stored it. Currently, knocked the dust off it and decided it was going to be my winter project.