DOC HARLEY: CLUTCH LEVER SERVICE

Doc Harley from the Service Clinic at Low Country Harley-Davidson to help you with the health of your motorcycle! Here he talks about a common mistake made when lubricating the clutch cable and lever.
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Doc Harley is a motorcycle technician at Low Country Harley-Davidson with over thirty years working on motorcycles. Over the years at the dealership he has worked on Harley-Davidson, Buell, and Triumph motorcycles with a few other brands here and there from trade-ins. There are thousands of how-to videos out on KZbin and other websites across the world. Doc’s goal is to help solve problems that people run into when using their service manual, share insights only found as a certified Harley® technician, and some of the tips he’s picked up over the years.
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[@Jockstrap716]

What would the world of Harley owner’s ever do without you making certain that we all have the very best and latest up-keep maintenance available anywhere!!! Thank Doc Harley

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you Robert for your kind words…Doc

[@harleydriverpdtnm4935]

Said it once, twice, and am saying it again....YOU SIR ARE THE MAN!! Thanks ALWAYS for these great tips Doc. Keep the great info coming and Ride Safe Brother !

[@penttij5817]

Been doing it since I was a youngster on my dirtbikes, still do it now.🇺🇸👊🏻

[@robertfrost1623]

Thank you Doc. Appreciate you taking the time to educate us Harley owners on proper maintenance.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for taking your time to watch m…Doc

[@Otis884]

Thanks for reminding me Doc I forgot about the clutch lever. Good thing to get done before the snow melts here in northern Utah.

[@Giuseppe_De_Bellis]

...and also cleaning and lubing that plastic pin on its cylindrical section, as it's the part engaging with the eyelet of the cable.. (although it's a king of self-lubricating plastic, but clean!) so to reduce wear and slack on the lever! Great video as usual, Doc! Cheers from Italy!

[@jlc904ubc]

Thanks Doc Harley! I really like your videos.

[@stlchuckhd]

Excellent video Doc! I've been using the Harley cable lube with the needle, works great. Thank you

[@kevin6070]

Learn something new everyday Thanks Doc.

[@chrisphilhower6029]

Thank you. Just changed the Levers on my 18 XL1200C tonight. Sprayed some Motion Pro Cable Lube inside the cable. Only thing I'm concerned about, The Adjustment. It felt like it needed an adjustment before. Dealer will be doing the 5k service soon.

[@thangknowa3288]

Instead of Moly 44 I use K Y Jelly. Works well, but I have noticed when I use my clutch a lot in heavy traffic, my bike giggles and shakes more than usual. 😊

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

oh my....Doc

[@haroldwiser2641]

This is on my list of things to do when spring hits. 👍

[@fabiopunk1661]

All very true .... adding grease may just make the situation worse. grease should work on clean surfaces.

[@61espo]

Another great video! Thanks Doc!

[@allentrevena6841]

Always informative

[@jd3953]

Boom the Doc has spoken! Great video.

[@alangerrard3548]

Thanks Doc. I,m going to do this today.

[@rikkr1307]

Glad I saw this. I was told they're just hard clutches that's the way they are. Now I know I can do something about it. 👍

[@scottwilloughby3840]

Always great to see you doc Harley thanks for the tips peace brother

[@davidjehan1579]

Good on ya' Doc,I am forever touching my bike in places most don't even think of...People say I am slow when I do a service or maintenance on their bike,but they get so much more than they know..I'm not a formally trained mechanic,heck not even a tradesman but I can read and I do think,and notice things along the way... And you are right I do get a sense of pride in knowing my bike is well maintained and looked after... Live the biker life-style and ride on safely forever.....

[@brian3013]

Thanks Doc

[@curtissumner9797]

Good to know.

[@geraldburrow3524]

Thanks again for sharing I didn't think of all that & not cleaning everything & lubing just the areas that need just a little bit.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Glad it was helpful….Doc

[@bottmar1]

The best thing to do is solder the first inch of cable so it attaches to the pivot. That way the cable doesn't flex at all because the soldered section acts like a lever. The cable may NEVER break if you do this procedure. My original clutch cable in my 1979 Superglide has never broken after 42 years and 104,000 miles.

[@williambutler3139]

Thanks Doc, cheers...

[@johnnyalvidrezjr1704]

More is less and less is more.makes perfect sense.

[@TriNguyen-co9ec]

Doc, what’s the part number for the antirattle spring underneath the clutch lever? Mine rattle like crazy but every site I’ve checked online doesn’t have one that is an exact fit for a ‘22 FXBBS

[@iron883cd]

you are the best boss

[@TheNostorian]

Me: don't wanna get out of bed. Feeling lazy watching KZbin. Doc harley: how to clean your clutch cable. Me: ITS A BRAND FUCKING NEW DAY LETS DO THIS!!!!!

[@Sapper242]

My oil dip,stick is out of whack and doesn’t seat properly. Is it adjustable?.

[@nickhildabridle1612]

You need a microphone. Nice video and information is valuable

[@chrisphilhower6029]

Never knew it was that simple to remove the Clutch Handle. Have just under 4k miles on my 18 XL1200C. Maybe I should do mine? I will be having the dealer do the 5k service. Less the Oils and Filter.

[@donwaltman4276]

Great video Doc, love the maintenance info. Is this something that Harley teaches techs or is it your own instinct? I ask because if I take my bike to the dealer for work on clutch/brake, are they going to do this?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

We all do Service in our own way...This is mine....Doc

[@theramblingsoflarry9290]

What about the other end on the bike

[@MrNetnut]

That Little Plastic Part .... So It Wears Out !

[@d.mar.2624]

Is this the same procedure for the 17 Ultra Limited? Thanks for all the informative videos.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Yes but be careful. HD added a switch near the pin...Doc

[@d.mar.2624]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson thanks for responding. Could this also be the reason for the EITMS to only activate when it's in neutral? It used to activate in gear at a stop with the clutch held in but it doesn't do that anymore, mine only activates in neutral now.

[@pomdejesus8150]

Hi Doc. Every time I have a problem with my bikes I always refer to your videos. It helps so much specially I am 2 hours away from the dealership. I learn how to clean my fuse box and my bike does not experience any hard starting any more. Hope you can share more tips and educate us more. Hoping to email you but I don’t have your email address. Thanks

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you. Our Email address is offered at the end of every video…..Doc

[@funhumanusa]

Use Molly 44 sparingly! $32. a tube! Thanks Doc!

[@tomchristian4304]

LOL. After watching this video I was like oh yeah I need to do that to mine. Then I seen the price, ouch. Using sparingly it should last a while anyway.

[@BoStErO1905]

Is it detrimental to use Moly 44? Can I use any other grease? thanks!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Moly is a great choice….Doc

[@adminadmin9997]

What is the name of the grease you used? Is molykote 44 medium the same thing? Or do u have the exact brand you use?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Yes that is exactly what we use. Molykote 44 medium. Thanks ~ Doc

[@hardtailsuicidaljockey6827]

Didn't work on my foot clutch. ...lol

[@dustyflair]

I want to ride Doc's bike!!!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you. It is very special….Doc

[@garyzanghi9272]

The end of clutch on my 2003 Electra glide snapped in half . My guy said never seen that happen ever

[@chriskopitzke4263]

How do I change the stator on my 05 harley davidson sportster

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

A couple of suggestions. 1. Take it to your local dealer. 2. Purchase a Harley-Davidson service manual and parts catalog and follow the instructions. ~ Doc

[@adminadmin9997]

You think lithium all purpose lube is good for the pivot bolt and lever?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Yes, sparingly. Thanks ~ Doc

[@wb4514]

Hey Doc, what is the correct snap ring plier to get the clutch pin loose, and what spray lube do you recommend to spray into the cable ? Thanks !

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Snap ring pliers with a .038 tip. Most of our shop lube contains PTFE for max lubricity. Thanks ~ Doc

[@wb4514]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Thank You Doc.

[@wb4514]

You lost me at PTFE, can you provide a brand name ?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

@@wb4514 Kimball Midwest or Pro Cam are good brands. Thanks ~ Doc

[@hunterelliott5080]

Can you use wd40 silicone lube on cables clutch throttle etc.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I don't think it would last, but never tried...Doc

[@yranidiot]

Doc I have a question..... I have a 2018 street glide special and when I service the air cleaner I see oil in the throttle body walls and the bottom of my air filter is wet with oil. It’s not dripping or saturated. Should I be concerned? Thanks

[@michaelbutler1458]

perfectly normal. The crank case breathers recycle the air/oil back out through the air intake.

[@scrumthebum2451]

So you have a 2018 and it’s doing what my 2015 did until I fixed it. It’s nice to know harley doesn’t fix there flaws

[@michaelbutler1458]

I act have a 2013 softail. I did notice a fair amount of oil in my stock air cleaner. When i switched to my high flow stage 1 i noticed much less oil. I was told by the techs at my local dealer that excessive oil in the throttle body/filter can also mean your crankcase oil is filled to high.

[@About_that_ride]

*question PLEASE* Husband installed 4 inch risers to my 2020 slim. Now when I turn handles to the right *at full lock only* bike wont go when clutch is released. Can we pull these more ourselves or should we take the bike in? We did take the bike in but what they were charging we honestly can’t do right now and I would like to enjoy my bike. Is it too dangerous to mess with? Is not likely i will be doing no full lock maneuvers to the right but it shouldn’t be doing that. Thank you

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

It sounds like you have the clutch cable in a bind. It could be how the cable is routed, the length of the cable or a combination of the two. I'd recommend having someone look at the set-up with the risers installed and see if you need to get longer control cable.

[@About_that_ride]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson thank you 🙏🏼

[@MrNetnut]

Mine Did Same Thing ! Right Tight Turn On A Hill ! Lost All Go Forward Ability Over I Went !Be Very Careful ;-)))

[@larryavilez8060]

What lubricant did you say harley says to use ? 44 ?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

A good quality Moly Lube...Doc

[@franklatorraca1678]

Molykote light or medium?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Franky Baby light

[@franklatorraca1678]

Low Country Harley-Davidson Thanks Doc.

[@mountaindew8042]

🎅👍

[@asisbill2118]

harley davidson how to fix clutch lever leak 2014?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Rebuild or replace...Doc

[@MC-eq8sm]

Thanks Doc for the tip. Is it politically correct to spray lubricant in the clutch cable and let it drain in the primary? I am probably missing something but I had to ask.

[@chrisg.9814]

curious as to what the 7 people who disliked the video would do?

[@crbrepairmotorcycles6608]

the c clip for the pin is non reusable

[@miketrevino8761]

Yes it is if squeeze it back together rite. Ive had the same clip for the 4 diff times ive had to taken it off

[@crbrepairmotorcycles6608]

@@miketrevino8761 In the service manual says do not reuse