HamrTym Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 Hi ya'll, Pathetic question, but here it is. From riding a lot in the rain here in Florida, my clutch lever is now creakin' and squeakin' at the pivot point. Should I just put some aerosal (sp?) oil WD-40 or whatnot? Or should I take the lever off and put some heavy grease/lubicant (bearing grease,waterproof) in there and re-assemble. Thanks L8R, Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillbillyxx Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 Hi ya'll, Pathetic question, but here it is. From riding a lot in the rain here in Florida, my clutch lever is now creakin' and squeakin' at the pivot point. Should I just put some aerosal (sp?) oil WD-40 or whatnot? Or should I take the lever off and put some heavy grease/lubicant (bearing grease,waterproof) in there and re-assemble. Thanks L8R, Rob Have you tried Astro Glyde personal lubricant. It's gets really slick when mixed with warm water. Florida rain is warm water right. Or try WD40 to loosen it up then a little drop of spray grease should do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iceman_40 Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 I used some graphlite spray lube... seemed to work ok no more squeek anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airborneXX Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 I used some graphlite spray lube... seemed to work ok no more squeek anyway +1 In fact thanks for the reminder I need to hit mine before I leave for work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in PA Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 Take off bottom nut first, then unscrew screw. clean and lube with moly grease. Anything else and it comes back too fast. (especially in rain) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sykotek-xx Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 Astro Glyde Stuff works wonders. Use enough of the 'warming' type and you won't even need heated grips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matey_peeps Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 Take off bottom nut first, then unscrew screw. clean and lube with moly grease. Anything else and it comes back too fast. (especially in rain) That is the recommended procedure. What you are hearing is the brass bushing wearing against the steel pivot bolt, and if you let it go too long the bolt will wear out the bushing and you'll be looking at buying a new lever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obby Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 Mine and my buddy's does it too. Looks like we discovered another common problem with the birds. I love easy to fix issues like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AXXKicker Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 first the goddamn tool strap, and now this? wtf, honda? over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillbillyxx Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 first the goddamn tool strap, and now this?wtf, honda? over. I actually had to open my kit yesterday for the first time. Did you know that there are actually some tools in there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HamrTym Posted October 5, 2005 Author Share Posted October 5, 2005 Thanks for the info guys. I be sure to to take care of this before I pack up the bike for the Dragon this weekend. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVLXX Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 tool strap Speaking of that.... my suggestion would be.... KY great lube! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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