[How To] Install Aftermarket Levers

A quick guide to installing aftermarket clutch and brake levers
Link to levers used: bit.ly/2upAV6K
Bike featured: 2006 - 2012 Triumph Daytona 675
Intro/Outro music credited to: www.bensound.com
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[@mattfarrar5472]

Well this was easier than expected, just changed them on my Daytona, Cheers mate.

[@howtomoto]

Definitely a gateway mod to other, crazier stuff haha

[@Sainte305]

I thought it was going to be more difficult too.

[@shaywelch]

This is the only video I've ever been able to watch and understand and see what's going on all the way through. Well done! And thank you!

[@vmarsfiles]

Just the video I needed. Broke my clutch lever after dropping my bike. Will be Replacing mine with factory levers. Thanks for the video!!

[@galuhrichata6148]

I just broke my triumph street scrambler clutch lever.. and this video is just the one I have been looking for.. thanks, Bro...👍🏼👍🏼

[@straxly7250]

the intro of where you explained what happened when you fell was exactly the same as my parents heard from me, but i used gravel instead of oil

[@pipolebnene]

Thank you! I bought levers like these last year when i got my street triple r and was afraid to change anything but my lever same as urs broke after falling and with this video i am able to change the levers

[@howtomoto]

Thanks for the feedback, happy to help :)

[@BornePro]

Amazing tutorial can’t believe how easy it is. Thank you

[@aldo5658]

I was nervouse with the clutch lever but now it seems easy since ibe done the brake lever. Thanks a bunch sir

[@goransvraka3171]

Broke mine off....subbed. will try this once the spare arrives

[@howardEX]

Thank you so much. Your video has saved me so much trouble and money. Cheers!

[@KickenKitchen]

Great video long time rider new to doing shit myself very easy to follow just did my Z1000sx in only few minutes cheers mate

[@Camps2630]

Wow. Super easy. Just bought a new bike and I prefer shorties but was too worried to change them. For break levers, could you also use that old break knob thing instead of using the new one+glue?.

[@crestaenine]

Thanks mate, super helpful! I'll crack on with my Street Trip while on lockdown.

[@howtomoto]

Exactly what I'm doing during this lockdown!

[@Z900JerseyJared]

I think I just found my new favorite channel 👍

[@Todd-de6we]

This video is precisely the one I hav e been Looking for my Harley xg 750 street. They are identical I design

[@Spookex166]

0:05 That's still a good lever in my books.

[@howtomoto]

+Spookex hahaha, well i did go riding one last time before i changed it.

[@marshallferron]

Custom shorty lever.

[@jimbrown2350]

My manxy kitty calls that lever a “rumpy stumpy”. She knows, don’t argue w her.

[@motoryzen]

-------------- ----------- Thanks for the vid How To Moto ---------------------- ** note...for those buying the PUIG Brand of these brake or clutch levers....the mounting adapter and the lever come in separate boxes ..NOT assembled together versus what you see in this video. There is a 1/2 inch ish long tiny spring ( found in the black foam center ways near the halfway mark of the sign of the lever in a tiny cut slit..easy to miss) that must be put into the clutch lever at a certain point and you'll be having to be really slow and gentle as you carefully try aligning that spring to fit into the inside " ledge " of the mounting adapter..while holding the brass looking little cylinder that goes inside the mounting adapter...inside it with one finger. Get ready for alitte frustration ...AND for my bike ( cb500x 2019) you will probably prefer to insert some very tiny ( we're talking .0125 inch thick or 0.25 inch thick..unsure) spacer or spacers to ensure when you finally install the clutch or brake lever assembly...that there is no vertical wobble as mine currently has. -_- Seems Puig did not do their 100% due diligence on measuring the thickness/wideness of the mounting adapter for both the brake and clutch lever . ( I have the kind that folds, extends and is adjustable. found here: www.motosport.com/puig-30-clutch-lever-kit?variant[PUI000U]=PUI000U-X001-Y029&variant[PUIA020]=PUIA020-X012-Y002 = clutch lever www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/puig-extendable-foldable-brake-lever-30?sku_id=10029472 = clutch lever which requires ( sold separately at rev zilla ) = >>> www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/puig-brake-lever-mount-honda-2?sku_id=1173065 Hope this helped someone out there. Cheers.

[@wissamelamleh9267]

Liked your video and the way you described it. Respect dude.

[@howtomoto]

Thanks mate, appreciate the feedback.

[@forzafestiva1]

I just got these same levers for my CBR I will definetly be posting a video on how it went 👌🏽

[@mikedimambro9173]

I bought some after market levers - but they didn’t come with that little knob that goes into the master cylinder for the front break. Does the little knob in the stock break lever come out so I can put it in my after market lever??

[@fatantobelly9156]

My clutch lever came apart while riding, losing all bolts and spacer. I’ve got a new bolt on it that’s functional but the lever feels lose when moving it up (towards sky) and down (towards ground). Is that because I lost the spacer?

[@rabinderkhela708]

Fantastic video my friend. Was wondering do u not have to put that brass ring in the brake lever as you did on the clutch side? Is it not needed my friend?

[@slowped]

hey, i have a moped with no clutch. would i be able to use a clutch lever as the rear brake? (the rear brake uses a cable)

[@NaijaBoiTellEm]

The video I was looking for. I have a 2007 Triumph Daytona 675 and want to install ASV shorty levers on it. Thanks!

[@howtomoto]

Wow ASV $$$, great choice!

[@NaijaBoiTellEm]

How To Moto Thanks! Saved money buying a used bike so splurge on some mods it is haha.

[@miguelarauzsuiza3469]

Is there any other product you can use instead of grease? Thanks!

[@this_isnt_twitter]

Cluch lever snapped off when my back wheel was clipped, this helped a lot to replace them

[@crazey5605]

Thanks voor this howto bro. Piece of cake 👌🏼

[@howtomoto]

Appreciate it!

[@feltronium]

Thanks for a straight forward tutorial ,I didnt know how easy it was . I too will be using genuine eBay parts,😂 👍

[@helinho]

good do you have these models for honda transalp 750 of 2023 to send to Portugal

[@itzirishninja]

Great video👍🏻 I had a kickstand not stay out fully and dropped mine today snapping my clutch lever as well 😑

[@howtomoto]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@tuhinrahmaan]

The levers can work for abs?

[@sergn8409]

You are the man, thnkz very helpful. I feel confident that I can do my levers, I need the adjustment they provide. ;~}

[@anonymousyoutuber1893]

Do the levers need to be compactible?

[@volt7cooltangs701]

cheers mate. Very helpful vid. 👍🏻

[@zappymaddoggamingyt7440]

I couldn’t get the bushing out of my old levers even after beating them up using wd-40 etc to try wiggle them out so does anyone happen to know the bushing size?

[@filynv582]

I have a trx450r but I don’t what to do with those 2 cables that goes in the clutch

[@michaelhassell9316]

Are you able to remove the red piece and replace it?

[@keatonmoore7413]

Love the channel. Thanks!

[@dg9703]

are all the handles the same?

[@charliebritton1135]

Will I need to bleed the breaks afterwards ?

[@c.a.i.o]

I wanna buy those for my Street Triple 675R...where please

[@Findawwg]

Brilliant video, thanks mate 👍

[@howtomoto]

Appreciate it! Had to change another lever myself recently.

[@charliem5332]

Thanks. Nice simple video

[@Timmy1380]

Did you ever have any issues with the levers?

[@DivergentDroid]

My broken lever on a new scooter was due to idle being too low. I had to give the bike a lot of gas to get it to roll so it took off like a bat outta hell and lost control and hit a fence. Once I raised the idle the bike would start to go slowly with much less throttle and I was able to control it.

[@ryzen397]

that oily road thing was funny, cheers

[@alfienade6738]

so basically it comes down to greasing up your bolt and working it around the hole seems do able

[@alor6643]

Question! Any time when I adjust the position of the lever from the clutch, I notice that the clutch travel gets bigger or smaller. So, when I adjust the lever position, do I have to adjust the ring as well? Thanks

[@dantheman4861]

Yes cuz the ring adjusts the tension on the cable that goes into the lever. When you adjust the position of the lever, the tension can change and so you would need to adjust the ring accordingly.

[@tokyo7842]

Put my new levers on today and broke the damn clutch perch switch sensor 😭 its a small plastic peg that hits the back of the lever. Ordered a new one but it's gonna be days before I ride again smh. Definitely watch out for when installing.

[@porkrollontoast8870]

idk to much about cameras and shit so might sound dumb but i think might have exposure or some setting to high blows out white color or maybe the focus idk

[@AlbertSpice]

thank you very much, this is very helpful

[@howtomoto]

You're welcome, I try :)

[@MrZ1000fam]

Anyone know how to remove a stuck collar/spacer

[@BellaVlogsLife]

This looks so easy. Thanks a mill. I’m going to try this on my new blue levers for the lxr 😄

[@Niconico_t]

My clutch bolt won’t come out no matter how much i twist or how much I try and bump it out

[@Alpha-ms8nl]

Hi, can I use something else instead of grease? I got no grease and the shops are closed for a while. I have like a spray called A9 racing oils 'all in one spray' kind off lube spray for more than only your chain, bulbs and screws

[@howtomoto]

With something like a lever, you could get away with no grease.

[@justinwilliams318]

Does that say "pass" right next to the little red trigger by your handle bar grip? What's that for or do if you don't mind me asking lol

[@howtomoto]

It's connected to the high beam lights and is spring loaded, you can press it/flash it quickly to let a vehicle know that you're about to pass them.

[@dandtm8901]

Can someone please tell me what the red half dial on the brake lever does exactly. I assume it is and adjuster, but is it for firmness, for slack etc?? And more importantly, should I only look for a brake lever that has this adjustment? Thank anyone and everyone in advance

[@howtomoto]

Hi Dan, the red adjuster controls distance from the handle bar, so for larger hands you can move the lever away, and for small hands you can move the lever closer. The silver wheel with the slit cut in it, closer to the cable, is the adjuster for slack. I believe one of the only adjusters that has the ability to control "firmness" is the Brembo RCS, otherwise firmness is determined by how well you bleed the brakes, and what the ratio of master cylinder size to brake piston size you have.

[@stephenmccoll4386]

What is the wire that comes out the housing no the acho clutchcable the other one

[@stephenmccoll4386]

The wire behinde the cabel up at the leaver

[@thomasknapp7236]

Only like this to be the 1000th. But, I also appreciate the info. So fanks

[@howtomoto]

Appreciate it man, thank you.

[@benthedrummer100]

great video! every other how-to that I've seen on this is shot from like 15 feet away. How did these new levers perform? did you notice a difference from stock?

[@howtomoto]

To be honest, I love the stock levers. The edges on these aftermarket ones are more square and they don't feel as nice, especially when trying to modulate the brakes. The adjustments on these are a gimmick, I have them set to the widest setting and my hands aren't that big. The ones I chose as well are still considered "cheap" ebay levers, so maybe those $200 - $300 (Pazzo, CRG, ASV) ones are actually worth it

[@blackcarmafia]

How To Moto hey. I had a slider at about 100kmh and my brake lever broke off and got stuck in between fairing. Now my right handlevar can touch the gastank. Is it bent so hard or it just moved out of place and can this be fixed by loosening some bolts and moving it back to position?? Thanks ;) oh, its 600cc supersportsbike

[@howtomoto]

@@blackcarmafia Sorry for the late reply, my suggestion would be to find something straight and hold it next to your handlebar to see if it is bent and then make your decision.

[@Todd-de6we]

Dude! Thank you

[@andrewmckenna2748]

thank you shall try my new levers now

[@cirilothomasjrdonato3992]

Where can i order the levers? What is the brand pls? Are all levers compatible with any bike? Thanks

[@howtomoto]

I bought the levers from eBay, I left a link in the description for you. The lever itself is universal, however, the bracket between the lever and the mount is specific to each bike. Always ensure the levers you buy are for your exact bike, some levers are compatible with multiple models but you would have to check the forums or your local mechanic/dealer to see which models.

[@Arnold1nspiration]

Will this be the same for fitting all bikes ? Such as a Kawasaki z800 levers ? I can't seem to find the spare nob you said comes with the levers. Can I use the old one ?

[@Arnold1nspiration]

(For the break piston)

[@howtomoto]

Depending on where you get the levers from, and which model of bike, it will vary in each situation. There is absolutely nothing wrong with using the old one, just clean it and re-grease it.

[@Arnold1nspiration]

How To Moto thank you

[@Hbryry]

Would you know why after I swapped out my levers my gsxr 600 won’t start? Battery and kill switch are good and correct

[@menacetosociety7454]

If you haven’t figured it out yet. It might be that on the gsxr you have to pull the clutch in to start it. There might be a sensor or something that isn’t connected. That’s my best guess. Good luck

[@Hbryry]

MenaceToSociety I did! It’s the clutch switch that was being disrupted by the new lever. Had to cut some piece off so now don’t even have to pull in the clutch. Thanks tho

[@oppboycraigwestmidskid4658]

Is all levers the same or are some different? Cluth lever and break

[@howtomoto]

Most levers will be very very similar. The only one I can think of that will be different is the clutch lever if your bike has a hydraulic clutch instead of a cable operated clutch.

[@xanakinx]

Nice video! Did you get a new activation pin with the new levers or you removed it from the old one?

[@howtomoto]

If you're referring to the pivot pin, that came from the old lever. Otherwise, if by "activation" you mean the pin that goes into the master cylinder, then that came new with the lever :)

[@xanakinx]

How To Moto thanks for your answer! I bought some levers for my bike and the brake one didn’t come with the pin that goes into the master cylinder. I’ll give the manufacturer a call tomorrow

[@motobikemadness]

What is the little red switch on the clutch

[@Irovetti]

Adjusts how far or close the lever is to the bar

[@sayuas4293]

That's way easier than I thought it'd be

[@entertainmentclipon]

Can i use this kind of lever in any bikes and is it safe sir...????

[@howtomoto]

Each bike has it's own version of lever, but yes it's safe :)

[@5Thirty]

My bike brakes when I turn left is there a fix?

[@howtomoto]

There could be a number of reasons why this occurs such as a warped disc, a sticky calipre piston etc. I would suggest having a trustworthy mechanic take a look before it gets worse.

[@thecheapbastard5168]

what are those mini levers on top do?

[@howtomoto]

They lengthen or shorten the reach of the lever so they fit a wide size of hands.

[@tecrigfx]

@@howtomoto also remember if u put them too close the clutch wont have enough space to work!

[@jasonkatsoutas2437]

Here I was spending 30 minutes swearing trying to install the cable and I watch this and got it put in about 4 seconds hahahahaha

[@CMarz55]

Nice video will definitely help switching out my busted brake lever.. what camera are you using btw?

[@howtomoto]

I'm using a Sony a7 ii with the kit lens (28 - 70mm) and a GoPro

[@CMarz55]

How To Moto thanks so much!

[@maxbond593]

Nice bike

[@graeffenkellerhauscreative5783]

Ok pay close attention! When you install an aftermarket lever you better be careful. It is very easy to not get it right and have a wheel lock up. I have been riding over 50 years and just put some new levers on. The new levers depressed the MC plunger "a few millimeters" too far in the factory setting and resulted in a front wheel lock up in a tight turn and the bike and I went down. The first sign is the engine begins to lug and then the wheel locks. If you make any change to the bike do not assume it will work as advertised. Seriously I had no idea it was coming or that the bike could even do that.

[@HalfdeadRider]

GraeffenKellerHaus Creative Works LLC, Maybe checking it was not doing so before going out would of saved that, and adjust the lever if needed. Make sure there is a small amount of play before the brakes start to function and that the brake lights come on as they should.

[@a.mccullough1461]

I Know this comment is a year old, but I had the same problem when I installed cheapo stock style levers I bought from eBay. Scared the piss out of me! Seriously people be careful!!

[@ragingelefants]

@@a.mccullough1461 what brand shifters you buy? Just got mine in the mail today from ebay. They seem to be excellent quality tho

[@a.mccullough1461]

@@ragingelefants I'm pretty friggen sure they were volar's!! Install could have totally been my fault, but in all my years of installing levers whether they be cheapo's or quality stuff I've NEVER had that happen to me before. Luckily I wasn't far from home & didn't throw away my old levers.Clutch side was fine & brake went on without a hitch. To this day I'm baffled.. 🤔🤔 Saving up for Asv F3's atm.

[@ragingelefants]

@@a.mccullough1461 thanks for getting back to me. Maybe I'll just set mine aside and get something little better. Only paid 23 bucks for mine. Would rather lose that 20 than wreck my bike. Glad your safe and good luck in the future with the ones you purchase :-)

[@NoBody1399]

It's simple enough. But what do you do if the spacer is stuck in the old lever?

[@howtomoto]

I would suggest pressing it out, or very lightly tapping it with a mallet/hammer and a bolt bigger than the spacer but smaller than the hole.

[@HalfdeadRider]

Or buy a new spacer, the old one is probably rusted into place and might no be worth the effort to get out as it will most likely be unusable.

[@DontFuckWitDreDay]

Instead of Multi-Purpose Grease, can I simply use WD-40 ?

[@howtomoto]

WD-40 is not a lubricant, it won’t last.

[@levigrafton6854]

Oh cool, okay, I wanna get an anodized short lever, I don’t like the regular ones

[@howtomoto]

That's the whole reason I started this channel, to modify and to show how to modify.

[@sett2899]

Yo thanks for the video! Wanted to ask, can I use vaseline instead of grease?

[@howtomoto]

I suppose you can, as long as the Vaseline doesn't touch plastic or rubber. I don't know how efficient Vaseline is compared to grease when it comes down to durability or friction, but with something as simple as a lever, it can work. Personally I'd stick with grease.

[@sett2899]

@@howtomoto thanks a lot man! Ill try to get my hands on grease

[@HeleneKja]

Locktite, what is that, like superglue?

[@howtomoto]

A less annoying type of adhesive that stops bolts from coming loose. Probably a lot easier to clean off than superglue.

[@HeleneKja]

How To Moto thanks

[@StefanShift]

I feel like the beginning was aimed right at me...Xd New rider here

[@DaBudaa1]

Nice “MCM” sticker!

[@howtomoto]

Thanks!

[@mrstuart7939]

Grabbing the cable with plirers and bending is a tad dodgy

[@josephsebastian8380]

Cool

[@howtomoto]

Thanks mate!

[@puffadderglowkit3126]

thanks friend , a chick friend backed into my bike and tipped it over..broke my lever lol

[@howtomoto]

It happens so often, no one looks behind them LOL

[@stefanlazarevic1326]

ayy greasing the nut i think you might need to use threadlocker

[@howtomoto]

If you're talking about the nut at 4:38, I only greased the smooth surface that would be rubbing. Definitely no grease on the threads.

[@HalfdeadRider]

The top of the bolt is also the spacer, it needs greasing, the nut should stay on fine without thread lock, but also with it if you want.

[@motoryzen]

0:42. "porcess remains the same".. .xD Interesting spelling there.

[@jesselunceford-levesque7469]

Well 40 seconds in and I already can't do it. This man expects me to find a 10mm socket?🤣🤣🤣

[@incredibletactics4884]

Not just any master cylinder. A Brembo master cylinder.

[@jimbrown2350]

Wow. I’m an idiot. First the mirrors and now my levers. It’s easier changing windshield wipers, easily.

[@bonnieboriboun]

The saying about eBay/China products is true; to complain about the product is like shooting yourself in the foot. What are you expecting for 20$ levers?! Lol

[@amonGustavo07]

I see this and wonder how many silly people never greased their levers and then had it lock up their front brakes

[@boostbuilt]

why on gods green earth are you lathering that lever in grease? what the hell dude? completely unnecessary and now youve got people thinking they need grease in order to change out levers. DONT PUT GREASE ON YOUR LEVERS GUYS. THIS DUDE IS ON SOME DRUGS!

[@Echo4Yankee]

Aw, poor guy accidentally bought a triumph.

[@user-nv2ci3sr5r]

Don't buy aftermarket one

[@howtomoto]

Aftermarket levers can work perfectly, you just have to be confident in identifying whether the fitment is safe to use in the end.

[@user-nv2ci3sr5r]

@@howtomoto not if you do trackdays and and have a very agresiev drivestyle, I would not feel good with those things

[@pmfoxxie38]

@@user-nv2ci3sr5r how would you know

[@user-nv2ci3sr5r]

@@pmfoxxie38 because