Sprocket Cover Cleanout & Clutch Adjustment

[cmit37]

Does anyone know when it is time to change the clutch cable(other than when it snaps)?  I would rather change it when its time than wait to be stranded somewhere.

[RedShift]

I don't think there's a good answer to this one as there are too many factors involved.  I suggest it has a lot to do with stretch, use, whether you lubricate it regularly, and any experience you've had in a cable letting go (a form of paranoia).

I've had a similar thought on this and the throttle cables, and figure they should last a good, long time.  "How long is that?" you ask?  At least 15,000 miles (25,000 km) with occasional attention, in my opinion.

This is a question for where others will spot on it and comment.  I've posted your question in the General Discussions forum in the How Long does a Clutch Cable Last? thread.  We'll soon see if someone has fallen victim to the "stranded in the middle of nowhere due to a snapped clutch cable" scenerio.