Every Harley Owner With A Cable Clutch MUST FIX THIS! DIY

All Harley's 2021 and newer have a cable clutch system instead of the hydraulic clutch system they had for many years. The cable clutch system is nowhere near as good or robust as a hydraulic system and always needs to be adjusted both internally and externally. So, at least make the best of it. I'll show you how to install a Fat Baggers EZ Clutch Adjustor Upgrade. You can then make proper fine tune external clutch adjustments, placing your lever where you want it.
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[@taff782ify]

I never liked the hydraulic clutch on my 14 ultra. It had no "feel" for me. I much prefer the cable on my 23. But I get the issue with the adjustment. I may well invest in one of these.

[@est.1970]

By far the best video on how to install this adjuster!👍

[@RyanUrlacher]

Wow, thanks! We work hard to make the best and most detailed tutorial videos!! appreciate it.

[@scottmiller355]

I'm running after market shorty shifter levels and I had way too much slop on the clutch side, the level would rattle when i was riding. I saw this video and ordered the part. I just installed it and I'm happy to report It easily adjusted all the slop away. I haven't road tested but Thank you, Ryan.

[@cooperman38]

Great informative video Ryan. You always explain things as they should be and never miss anything out . Always a pleasure to watch .. Thanks 👍

[@RyanUrlacher]

I appreciate that!

[@jasonbreedlove495]

Another great video Ryan. Just ordered the EZ adjuster and the new bottom piece from Fat Baggers Inc for my 24 RG ( 🥃 🔥) .

[@EstosWebos]

I had the yellow tube fail on my 24. I replaced it with the EZ Install Black Vinyl Upper Clutch Cable 108000-B, the clutch pull feels better and it has an adjuster at the top which lets you dial it in on the fly. The metal on metal assembly gives me peace of mind. Id highly recommend it

[@nigelleahy406]

Hi Ryan love your videos. I bought a new road glide limited 2023 and that's the old thing I don't like about the bike is the cable clutch. I feel the hydralic clutch is smoother but look that's just me. O yea and my bike is just 7 months old blacked out and the front forks are a big disappointment with the black paint flaking of and harley here in Ireland doesn't want to know about it. Very bad back up service.........

[@quentinwormicksr.7031]

I will be ordering that for sure!

[@robertscheimann1603]

You made that look easier than it was for me. I had to cut my unit down 1/4” so it would fit.

[@TheRoadGlideRider]

I love my Cable Clutch. I had a 2009 Road Glide with Cable Clutch. I refused to get a new one until 2021 when Harley-Davidson brought back the Cable, ditching the Hydraulic Clutch. The dealers even offered a great deal on a 2020 when I bought my 2021.

[@user-nl7fz5km3k]

Hell yeah brother!

[@SQUID_Road_Glide]

Great vid Law Abiding Biker. 😊 I didn’t expect anything less. Hope I don’t miss you again in Milwaukee. This time I’m pushing to my 1st Sturges. So if not at Harley HD then maybe Sturges. I’ll be tagging along with Shantell Williams. “Just not a good system”. Agreed. Rider’s Shipmate ET1(SS/SW/MTS) US Navy, Ret.

[@anthonyhughes8888]

always great information by you. thank you very much

[@RyanUrlacher]

Always welcome

[@macmac3770]

Another awesome tutorial idea by Scrappy - laying down the law! Great stuff brother, as always you explain techniques in a very easy to understand tone. I can see why you are a police motorcycle instructor. Stay safe out there my man. Hope to see you in Sturgis 🤜🏼🤜🏼. 🫡

[@user-qb3mi8mr3b]

The clutch on my 2023 low rider s failed the other night as I pulled into a garage, turns out the red plastic clip had slipped out (not broken thankfully) - clipped it back in and I was away again - but if it had broken would have been a mare. I've ordered one of these from Revzilla who post to the UK - crazy that you have to do something like this to a new expensive bike but I just don't trust that flimsy plastic clip at all. Great video btw, will be very helpful when I fit the part - cheers.

[@434srt90]

Love your videos but I had my 19 street glide and I had alot of issues with the hydraulic clutch, mostly when stuck in traffic with 80+ degrees days and the clutch grab different every time, the cable doesn't matter temps or condition I have it set to grab the same each time

[@markasher6202]

Ryan I totally agree I had a 2014 for 7 years and had no issues and loved my hydraulic clutch. I bought a 2021 street glide special and hated the cable clutch and almost got rid of it. That red button will eventually fail and has no adjustment. I had several friends get stranded. I put the fat bagger replacement on and now I have peace of mind and have the right adjustment I can live with. By all means everybody should do this mod or risk being in the middle of nowhere and have a clutch failure. Easy to do and well worth it.

[@RyanUrlacher]

Thanks for sharing.

[@rednekchevyman]

Just ordered one !!! Thanks for saving me some money thought I was gonna have to buy a whole cable

[@RyanUrlacher]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@cameronbartley6139]

Good Info..

[@RealStevenBanks]

Will it work on a cable that has an extension (for the taller bars). 2023 SGS. Great video.

[@rodzimmerman1979]

I've had 4 Harley's since 1998 and I currently have one with a hydraulic clutch and one without. I prefer the cable feel and I am convinced that it has a wider friction zone and is easier to pull than the hydraulic one. JMO

[@garyboman5018]

The Muller Easy Pull or Advanblack copy look like 2 good alternatives for clutch lever pull reduction with cable clutches. I installed the AIM clutch slave on my 2020 Road King which made a 'UGE difference. Harley just couldn't design a hydro clutch like the 1 finger pull Brembo systems I guess. I've got a 2023 Heritage which needs this adjuster. Great video, Ryan!

[@RyanUrlacher]

Thanks much

[@Chilllybob]

I have the stock adjuster on my 22. It works fine. I have fine tune adjusted I can find neutral with no problems whatsoever. I disregard what Harley says and I adjust the clutch to the way I like it..

[@vf12497439]

I didn’t realize my clutch adjuster was junk….. I need one of these😂

[@stevemoore9951]

GREETINGS FROM THE PPRC GREAT VIDEO, Must have been a money decision by Harley

[@davidmguire5726]

Hey have use got one to fit on a 2020 low rider s ?

[@leifeng9727]

Hi, Ryan. What windshield did you put on? I’m really new to Harley and have been looking for options for my bike. Thanks

[@TheScoonDogg]

Finally installed mine after purchasing it a year ago. I do miss the hydraulic clutch lol

[@mitch_9219]

Ryan I just added this to my 2024 SG. I am also interested in added the PSR adjustable levers. I really like the stock adjustable brake lever. Some t8me ago a purchased a set of FLO adjustable levers for my 21 SGS. After installing the levers the cruise control would not engage. Have you noticed anything like this with the PSR levers? Thanks, Mitch

[@tennesseebound6597]

i believe they recommend to totally back off the clutch adjustment in the primary before installation, then readjust the clutch after you install, then adjust the fat bagger’s adjustment. i just purchased it, plan on doing mine. thank you for the tips. i have a softail but i believe it’s basically the same.

[@RyanUrlacher]

You can certainly do that. Especially if your plates are already wore a bit. This is a brand new bike. Plates are fresh. Ride safe

[@ColoradoNative100]

I got the new full upper clutch cable with the new thumb turn adjuster up by the lever. It's also from Fat Baggers and I really like it. Works great and much easier to adjust on the fly. Ryan check it out and you could carry that in your store as well. thanks

[@mikegreendale6936]

Put these on my Road Glide & my Lowrider ST , only way to go with a cable . Great video . Thanks

[@RyanUrlacher]

Thanks

[@JuggernautOff-Road]

What seat are you running on the sg

[@DG-hb8rh]

I'll probably be looking into this product, i seem to be needing to adjust my cable alot . frequently feels a little off after every few rides , nothing ever slips or too bad on the lever , just a little deferant feeling enough to notice, always wondered. . So this is the fix to that . I've never tried the hydrologic type now im curious, will be checking out that video, thanks for info/making them .

[@RyanUrlacher]

U betcha. Thanks for watching.

[@boscodog4358]

Can we replace the "New" clutch cable system with the old style clutch cable??

[@user-wu3eu2be8e]

Hi Ryan like your channel, do you know if They make them for softails, my 2022 low rider St has had clutch cable replaced and adjusted twice. Now it’s needs adjustment again, miss hydraulic clutch thx Ed

[@RyanUrlacher]

It's a softail, so yeah. We have two models. Fitment says 18-23 softails with cable clutch ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/products/copy-of-fat-baggers-inc-ez-clutch-adjustor-upgrade-22-and-up-harley-touring?variant=43142471221404

[@georgedean8509]

Ryan, you say you break in your clutch on a new bike aggressively. I have a new 2023 Road Glide Limited. with 107 miles on it, and they say for the first 1000 miles but not to run it over 3000 rpm. What do you suggest? The weather has sucked this year so far, I am having problems riding in the weather in Ohio. I need to get my first service before June.

[@rickswindell1964]

You think that rubber boot is hard try doing that with a 22 model trike!! There isn’t any room to get the sleeve off without damaging it. I have the fat bagger’s adjuster but haven’t took the time to install it. I have the PSR adjustable clutch lever and love it.

[@SEEKANDDESTROY717]

Cable clutch is my preference and I never have had an issue with adjusting my lever either 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@JeffSkymaster]

Nice bike Ryan!

[@RyanUrlacher]

Thanks!

[@u.s.aarchangelforgod3679]

TY Ryan

[@RyanUrlacher]

U Betcha!!

[@KenGrant_LockandLean]

100% agree, hydraulic is way better, ZERO adjustments needed!! The good news is the new M8 motorcycles can be converted to hydraulic making life so much better. All the parts are available from H-D. I await your conversion video.

[@bobmorrone6014]

What breather is that?

[@mikespencer237]

My 2016' Road Glide CVO has the hydraulic clutch, it's good. After I put on the Recluse slave cylinder it became incredible! I tried a new 2024' at the dealer and hated the clutch. Very heavy, does it ever break in and get easier over time?

[@RyanUrlacher]

It doesn't get any easier on the pull over time.

[@deanbalouris330]

This adjuster looks like how the factory cables adjusted on the V-twin bikes.

[@JA-zh5xi]

Went from a 2019 limited to a 2024. Really miss the hydraulic clutch on the 2019.

[@RyanUrlacher]

Me too!!

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

I miss my damn hydro clutch with the softbrake lever

[@glennbellman1100]

My 2012 dyna has not had any clutch issues.

[@VeenOnWheels]

Hi! I am seeing two links, I have a 2024 Roadglide. Let me know which one to order. Thanks

[@RyanUrlacher]

Fitment is listed in detail on the store listings. Click on the two listings and hit the "fitment" tab. It will list it out for you ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/search?q=fat+baggers

[@UsernameRK07]

I agree brother, hydraulic is a better system, thanks for another free informative video!

[@RyanUrlacher]

You bet

[@gf6.6]

Perfect,

[@RyanUrlacher]

👍

[@randybard224]

On the adjustable clutch lever Does that affect the clutch in a way that it won’t fully disengage or slip ?

[@RyanUrlacher]

No, doesn't change when the plates grab. It's literally just a lever adjuster to put it where you want it. It does nothing to the internal adjustment of the clutch.

[@boscodog4358]

Harley should have offered adjustable clutch lever when they brought out the Hydraulic clutch Hyd is the best type of actuator.

[@hdryderct]

So does the BAGGERS EZ CLUTCH ADJUSTOR make the pull any easier or is just quite literally to make adjustments easier? Also I got a set of the PSR Journey levers and will have a video of them being installed soon. They are fantastic! Just an FYI though on the brake side if they were set to position 1 you won't be able to engage the brake hold function; you'll have to put them in position 2.

[@RyanUrlacher]

just makes adjusting better and easier. We did a video on the AIM Light Force slave cylinder kit. Makes the clutch pull super easy. Look at the bottom of this listing for the video ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/products/light-force-clutch-slave-cylinder-for-2017-m8-touring?variant=41568956154012

[@quiettime6871]

Subbed for hydraulic conversion

[@RyanUrlacher]

Rock on

[@jeffreysheridan5205]

Loved my hydraulic. Not so much the cable.

[@CraigAquilina-fw3nn]

can you use it on a 2019 heritage softail?

[@RyanUrlacher]

Detailed fitment on our listings in the store ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/search?q=fat+baggers

[@dieselguy62]

Much prefer the cable clutch. And honestly never had an issue with that adjuster

[@RyanUrlacher]

Cable can be fine for many just cruising etc. Hydraulic is superior for riding hard, training, and competing.

[@dieselguy62]

@@RyanUrlacher never in all my years have I heard such crap. You got actual facts to back that up? It seems it's just your opinion

[@bentleyblower]

I requested one week ago how I obtain this clutch adjuster here in U.K. or if they ship, what the cost would be. Not the courtesy of a reply.

[@transporter1387]

I`m UK as well and was wondering price and shipping, I`ll ask :-)

[@freddychico3621]

Can you find neutral better with this?

[@RyanUrlacher]

The 24's are much easier to find neutral in general. They made a few changes.

[@Bkamaclean]

Motorman...ride like a pro prefers the cable...I have to agree with him...easy to adjust your friction zone.

[@3wheelmannc860]

I had a hydraulic clutch on 2019 Road Glide Special...I never liked the feel. The cable clutch on my '21 Triglide. I do agree, the hydraulic "should" be better all around, but not sure H-D has this turned to compete with the competition who seems to have nailed it...otherwise, why would they go from cable clutch after decades, to hydraulic for a few years, then abandon that and return to cable?

[@doughuntley2974]

Money! Cable clutches are cheaper and HD is all about cutting corners to save a buck.

[@Frontireadventures]

Unbelievable how many businesses can sustain from replacing HD junk parts.

[@FranBunnyFFXII]

Maaan HARD disagree that the hydro system is better. You get way more friction zone and adjustability out of a cable clutch. I hate doing slowspeed stuff on a hydraulic clutch bike. It's so much easier to do with a cable clutch. I would have cable clutch on every bike ever if I could. CFMoto has cable clutch feel on their bikes that's like the Harley clutch and its SO NICE. I love the feel of a cable clutch. Hydro feels like an almost on off switch and it feels clunky.

[@sparkyastwo]

Ryan, when you close your next video… hit the “gem” on your handlebar so we can watch her dance. Hehe

[@RyanUrlacher]

FOR SURE!!!!🤣

[@alexrivera1732]

That new style cable looks like a nightmare. It seems like Harley tried to reinvent the wheel just get the old style clutch cable we’re all you needed was a 1/2 and 9/16 screw it in or out to adjust.

[@gaiustacitus4242]

Why wouldn't HD include a clutch cable adjuster as a standard feature? This has been an industry standard feature for decades.

[@dangon6797]

If you are going to go hydraulic I put on my 18 Street Glide a rekluse clutch slave it literally feels like my dirt bike

[@RyanUrlacher]

Yah, we did a video on the AIM Light Force slave cylinder. Same. ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/products/light-force-clutch-slave-cylinder-for-2017-m8-touring?variant=41568956154012 thanks for sharing.

[@dangon6797]

@@RyanUrlacher man I got to go back and check that out I love my clutch slave

[@Greenjeans2020]

I'm pretty sure Harley went back to the clutch cable was for cost reduction reasons.

[@quentinmurphy1001]

First thing I did

[@larryc276]

I agree the hydraulic clutch was better. I am guessing you can’t upgrade back to it.

[@RyanUrlacher]

U can and we'll be doing that on this bike. Once the parts are available.

[@larryc276]

@@RyanUrlacher That’s good news. I will be looking for that information when you get it.

[@customgaragemoto7590]

👌👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@roadglide1142]

You really shouldn’t have to be fixing anything on what these bikes cost ! 😬

[@fatmanbellyflopsyou]

I agree but this is more of a preference thing like a seat or bars

[@RyanUrlacher]

Agree

[@dstevens4673]

This is Ryans opinion. You do not actually "need" this. It does make fine tuning clutch handle adjustment a bit easier. But I ride everyday and Ive never "needed" this. Using the factory adjuster, u can vary the distance u push down on the spring to adjust the handle slack. Push all the way together=more slack at handle. Push spring in a little=less slack at handle. Its quite simple.

[@pboul003]

Awesome video!

[@sparkyastwo]

It’s not about fixing. It’s about preference. When we compete in rodeo competitions, we like our clutches in a specific spot. I adjust my clutch lever as close to the grip as possible within the tolerance so it doesn’t jump when you start it in gear.

[@bringbacklifepd1265]

Has anyone noticed he growing a goatee

[@RyanUrlacher]

I'm fertilizing it........so it will grow. 😂

[@dotarsojat7725]

On the other hand, cable clutch systems NEVER get air in the system, nor do they ever need a cylinder rebuilt.

[@garygarrett1917]

It's about cost Cable is cheaper

[@doughuntley2974]

I HATE a cable clutch!!!! You will too when you have one snap on you hours from home leaving you stranded. Fortunately for me I have a 2020 Ultra Limited with the last offering of a hydraulic clutch. If Harley doesn't bring the hydraulic clutch back I'll never buy another one. My other bike is a 2007 Honda VTX 1800 with over 103,000 miles. The hydraulic clutch on this bike has NEVER given me any problems.

[@RyanUrlacher]

We'll be doing a hydraulic conversion on this bike. Coming to the channel.

[@doughuntley2974]

@@RyanUrlacher How much does that conversion cost?

[@Comm0ut]

Hydraulic clutches fail too and there is no limp home trick for them. A cable clutch can (as I and many others have done on the road) be made useble in an emergency by shortening the sheath by cutting then using visegrips to pull on the cable. (Those really serious can carry a cable saver or make one depending on your lever side cable end.) Cables rarely fail without losing a few strands first so inspection (pull lever, apply eyeball) matters. I've been wrenching multiple brands since the 1970s and am comfortable wrenching anything from combat aircraft down. I greatly prefer cables and have done gobs of shop work fixing customer hydraulic clutches which are very easily killed by sitting (after which the piston seals cease to seal.)

[@davemeshamsr6000]

Dental tool?😂

[@RyanUrlacher]

Heck yah, one of the best things to have in your tool box. Love it.

[@m.f.m.67]

Harley used the same threaded lock-nut cable adjuster on their clutch cable for years and years. The cable adjuster on my 2017 Dyna was exactly the same as the one on my 89 Evo Low Rider. And they replace it with some stupid fragile plastic POS? Jesus.

[@anthonygreco1130]

PSR adjustable lever are not comfortable on a long ride on back country roads where you are constantly using the clutch lever. Big disappointment in their ergonomic design. Just saying

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

Saw vid title.. had to comment on this one right away .. ESP if u have a lockup clutch or heavy springs u need to do this. That $0.25 piece of Chinese plastic crap can def leave u stranded. Can’t believe for 2024 Harley didn’t take the fat baggers design. Fkn red plastic clip holding up the entire show 😡

[@bigdogbulldog9912]

50 grand for a bike and still running cables ,what a joke

[@davemeshamsr6000]

Seems unnecessary