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Title: Couple questions about my new GS... (gauge/clutch Qs)
Post by: Supernaked on May 29, 2005, 11:41:03 AM
1. Will the new 04 gauges fit the older bikes?

2. My clutch seems to be kind of week.  It doesn't slip, but seems to take too long to engage, and is not very crisp.  What do I need to replace when doing a clutch job???

Thanks for any advice/help.  Jason S.

Here's a pic of my new ride...

(http://www.swmosportbikes.com/forums/attachment.php?s=e89a0c05fea9da6cebfa9803458826ef&postid=37202)
Title: Couple questions about my new GS... (gauge/clutch Qs)
Post by: Supernaked on May 29, 2005, 11:42:14 AM
http://www.swmosportbikes.com/forums/attachment.php?s=e89a0c05fea9da6cebfa9803458826ef&postid=37202
Title: Couple questions about my new GS... (gauge/clutch Qs)
Post by: Supernaked on May 29, 2005, 11:44:02 AM
Don't know why the pic won't display.  Guess you'll have to paste into address bar. :(
Title: Couple questions about my new GS... (gauge/clutch Qs)
Post by: Kerry on May 30, 2005, 09:59:35 AM
Quote from: SupernakedDon't know why the pic won't display.
The link in your second post worked just fine for me.


Quote from: Supernaked1. Will the new 04 gauges fit the older bikes?
Great question!  Can anybody answer this one?


Quote from: Supernaked2. My clutch seems to be kind of week. It doesn't slip, but seems to take too long to engage, and is not very crisp. What do I need to replace when doing a clutch job???
Have you already tried to adjust the freeplay in the cable?
Title: Couple questions about my new GS... (gauge/clutch Qs)
Post by: jordanearl on May 30, 2005, 02:30:10 PM
i went to look at ur pic an realized your in sw mo too.  I joined the swmosportbikes,com as well.
Title: Couple questions about my new GS... (gauge/clutch Qs)
Post by: aplitz on May 30, 2005, 10:07:15 PM
To do a clutch you will definately need new friction plates.  When I did mine, I went for the upgraded Kevlar plates and the stiffer clutch springs.  If the cluth has been abused (read as overheated) or is exceptionally old, I would also replace the steel plates.  

You will probably want to change the oil and filter, and may also need a new case gasket as well.  The gasket can be reused, but often takes a crap when the cover is removed.  Really, its not too tough, and kinda fun.
Title: Re: Couple questions about my new GS... (gauge/clutch Qs)
Post by: dgyver on May 31, 2005, 05:49:48 AM
Quote from: Supernaked1. Will the new 04 gauges fit the older bikes?
The 04 tach is electronic. Not a direct bolt-on. It can be made to work with a little wiring effort. The existing cable connection in your head should be plugged.

The speedo looks the same with the mechanical pick-up on the front wheel.
Title: Couple questions about my new GS... (gauge/clutch Qs)
Post by: Supernaked on May 31, 2005, 09:16:19 AM
Sweet, thanks for all the help.  Jason
Title: Re: Couple questions about my new GS... (gauge/clutch Qs)
Post by: mjm on May 31, 2005, 06:32:08 PM
Quote from: Supernaked
2. My clutch seems to be kind of week.  It doesn't slip, but seems to take too long to engage, and is not very crisp.  What do I need to replace when doing a clutch job???

I would try adjusting before digging in and replacing anything - if it does not slip it is probably not a bad clutch