Diy Motorcycle Control Cables

Clutch inner cable fitting pull off strength of 500 lbs.

Diy motorcycle control cables.

Clutch cables are low effort high efficiency design and can make up to 80in. Throttle and idle cables make up to a 52in. Whether your interest is cafe racers bobbers choppers brats trackers scramblers or you just want something a little different for your current ride you are sure to find the parts you need right here. Braided cables are offered in a variety of finishes that will look good on any bike.

You also need to consider replacing your motorcycle cables when you change the style of handlebars on your bike. Leave the stock cables installed on the motor and carburetor or fi system install the new handlebars to their desired location and install the controls throttle lever on the new handlebars. Making a motorcycle control cable is relatively easy and requires few tools. Handlebars with different heights may require longer or shorter cables depending on the style of bars being used compared to what is being replaced.

Housing length and fit 1996 and later applications. Two piece clutch cable design fits 1987 and later 5 or 6 speed transmissions. Then determine how much longer the stock cable needs to be from the housing end to reach the new location of the throttle or control lever.