Topica Loopframe_Guzzi Archive


Subject: RE: Grabby clutch

Author: Ian Adkins

Date: Jun 5, 2003, 9:50 AM

Post ID: 1713269334



Thanks to all for the input on the grabby clutch.

I have yet to pull the engine from the bike but will do so soon. I will let
you know what I find out.

Kind of fun playing detective. I know the problem...have a bit of knowledge
into the history of this bike and will be looking to see what the problem is
as I pull the pieces apart. I have an idea as to what to look for so I think
I can sort this out.

By the way.....the clutch was suppose to have been fixed by one of the Guzzi
shops.....Dare I say who? No need..I think you all know who it is....

Stay tuned....Ian

 -----Original Message-----
From: DannyR [mailto:rawi-@bellsouth.net]
Sent: Wednesday, June 04, 2003 9:45 PM
To: Loopfram-@topica.com
Subject: Re: Grabby clutch


Hi Ian,
A warped intermediate plate will not allow the clutch to
disengage completely.
If you have some oil or other contaminant on the clutch it could
cause it to
chatter.

Or if the clutch disk itself is warped, or the lining is cracked, falling
apart
or
damaged the clutch might chatter.

Have you had the transmission out to look at the clutch yet?

Danny

At 09:28 AM 6/3/03 -0400, you wrote:
 Hi All,
Anyone ever had to deal with a grabby clutch? My new Eldo seems to do
this...more so when warm than cold. First gear is the
toughest...not so much
 of a problem when moving and going thorugh the rest of the gears.
My thoughts are that it is either an intermediate plate that warps as it
gets warm or the springs or push rod is binding a bit when the clutch is
eased out. Not the cables...they appear to be smooth.

Any info is appreciated....Ian

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