1-finger clutch handling and optimal spark plug
 

Hi all

Got 2 questions I would like to share:

I found, that on my newly bought XTX 07', the clutch was very tough too operate even using 3-5 fingers. I would prefer to operate the cluch (as well as front brake) using the forefinger only. Anybody in here whom are aware of any parts that may solve this problem or ways of adjustment on the original equipment ?

And now while I am at it - I wanna buy the ultimate spark plug for my XTX as it is running very rich (due to the PCIII) and backfires ALOT - it may help a bit on this "problem".
Cheers

Technically, it's better to use all your fingers on clutch brake because if you have brake in an emergency, do you honestly think a single finger would stop you?

Just my 2 cents.

I do understand that the clutch can be a bit tight on these and if you look here:
http://www.xt660.com/showthread.php?t=8611

You'll find a mod you can do to make the clutch a little lighter.

If you've got a PC3 fitted, and its backfiring alot, its likely you haven't got the AIS blocked up.

It's similar to this:
http://www.xt660.com/showthread.php?...ghlight=ais%2A

And involves blocking a pipe from the airbox. I personally covered the exit on the airbox with insulation tape and it seems to have worked for me. There are many ways, just do whatever you think is right.

There are plenty of after market levers they allow you to brake/clutch with one finger but they are $$$ and mean for a bit of work replacing cables etc sometimes.

Thank you very much for your reply.

just to clear this up: I dont believe one finger will stop me, however I do believe I will begin braking before ppl who does not do this. anyways, the questions was mostly targeted to the left hand - the clutch hand.

I even searched the forum well knowing the questions must have come up before - apparently I failed....

perhaps I forgot to mention I have stage 2 DNA air filter and leo vince exhaust system - I intent to make a proper entrance on the forum(pics and specs), but it will have to wait untill my feber is gone :(
I have just got the bike with 5.000Km on it, and I am still uncertian which program the PC is running.

regarding the clutch one wonders that no one comments or suggets adjusting or changing the spring.

After looking around this forum - its looks like I gotta look at that O2 sensor as well:)

Cheers

I think you'll find the problem with the clutch is because of the leverage on the clutch itself, the armature is VERY small and struggles to give ample leverage to make the clutch light.
Granted, I've got a good grip and don't really notice how difficult the clutch it, but I'd imagine given a few more thousand miles I'll begind to notice it.

Ideally, I think a good place to start is by listing what bike you've got (X, R Z) year, what mods are on it currently etc.

Otherwise it could just start a guessing game.

How do you know that the bike is running rich?

Also, im pretty certain that changing the spark plug won't make a lot of difference.