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check out the operation of the clutch system .IT is difficult to rationalise a hydraulic clutch because if it is slipping that means that the pressure plate is being held off and not fully engaging but it also means that when pressing on the clutch the there would be no problem changing gears . But if you have a cable clutch operation then it is possible that the cable is jamming inside the outer cover and holding the pressure plate off ( slipping) and gear problems. If it is cable then replace the cable first. If hydraulic then it may mean box out for a new clutch kit.
before you go ripping the gear box out check out the clutch action as a clutch will slip if the compensation port in the clutch master cylinder is blocked . If it is a cable clutch the same results occur when the inner cable shreds and jams in the outer cable.
If the clutch has a cable system and not a hydraulic clutch system, the cable is probably adjusted incorrectly. If the system is hydraulic(applies to cable systems also), the steels in the clutch pack are probably warped and should be changed. If the steels in the clutch pack are black and blue they arre probably warped and should be changed.
To change the clutch cable, find the clutch cable adjuster and slide the cover up or down so you can get to the adjuster. Loosen the lock nut and turn the adjuster barrel inwards to get as much slack in the cable as possible. Disconnect the cable at the handlebar lever. Drain the oil out of the transmission. Remove the bolts that hold the chrome endcap, clutch release mechanism cover, from the transmission. Look inside the transmission end cover and disconnect the clutch cable from the release mechanism. Note how the "hook" is positioned holding the cable to the release mechanism. Unscrew the clutch cable end from the end cover. While you are in this area, replace the clutch throw out bearing and retainer clip. Take note of the routing of the cable from the handlebar to the transmission. Replace the cable along with a new O-ring on the transmission end of the cable and install a new gasket. Torque the bolts to 100 inch pounds. Adjust the cable adjuster until you have about an 1/8" freeplay at the handlebar grip.
Clutch cables can either be really easy to change, or a pain in the rear.
Usually, it's a matter of simply loosening the nuts attaching the cable to both the clutch lever and the clutch arm on the engine casing, sliding it all out, getting a new cable made (Or making one yourself) and re-attaching it the same way it came off.
Most Mechanics won't charge much to make a new cable. I made one up today for a customer, it takes about 15 minutes with the right tools. It's usually cheaper than buying the cable yourself and cutting it to size too.
Be wary that the bike doesn't have a hydraulic clutch though. If it has a resovior next the the lever then it probably needs a fluid change as it might have air in the line. (There is no cable on these models)
possible clutch cable or cluth itself, check the clutch cable first to see if its stretched, i didnt check and put a new clutch in ,and wasted £250 , try euro car parts for cheapest clutch cable.
i doubt it will be the clutch cable but either the clutch is worn or what is more likely is the clutch cable adjuster, the clutch cable adjuster can be found where your clutch pedal is, it is prudent to replace the cable and adjuster at the same time,
If the problem is just a clutch cable (clio 55 plate should be cable, not hidraulic), you can adjust or replace the clutch cable quit easily.
If the problem concerns instead the clutch disk, then you will need to put a car up on a bridge, empty the oil and fluid, and remove the clutch that is attached on the engine, on the right lower side. This is usually not a job for home repair.
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