Clutch Not Disengaging

[alxpwl]

I have been experiencing clutch problems lately. I just bled the clutch and it still will not fully disengage when lever is pulled in. The warmer it gets, the worse it gets.

Is there anything I can do to adjust the pull, or is it time for a disassembly. It's a 2012 NTX with 20,000 miles.

 

[john zibell]

Look at the clutch lever. I believe there is an adjustment there where it acts on the clutch master. Also be sure to change all the fluid in the system.

 

[scottmastrocinque]

Briefly describe how you bled the clutch please.

 

[GTM®]

Due to the age of the bike, and (possible lack of) fluid change/service, my bet is either the master cylinder and/or slave cylinder may need to be cleaned and/or replaced. I sell both on the online STORE and/or you can email us direct; Sales @GTMotoCycles.com - we have other superior upgrade options online as well. The stock master isn’t great.
There's a remote chance the clutch plate is toast, but not likely based on mileage alone provided it wasn't abused.

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[alxpwl]

I used a 1 way valve, and did my best to keep the master filled. I pumped the clutch lever slowly to avoid it shooting out the master. I pumped it until clear fluid was visible in the tube. I would say I pumped out about 6oz of fluid to be sure. I did not notice any air bubbles, fingers crossed. I did try adjusting the pin on the lever, but did not want to unscrew it too much. This is probably the second or third fluid change.

 

[scottmastrocinque]

What I’m looking for is you bled it via the stainless steel wrapped bleed hose under the seat, yes?



There is also an adjustment that can be made on the hydraulic clutch pressure pin at the lever on the reservoir.

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[alxpwl]

Yes, from under the seat. How many twists of threads, on the lever, is too much. I don't want to do too much.

 

[scottmastrocinque]

Read the post please. I didn’t write it. I believe it states “careful increments” and explains why too much is bad.

“I put an index mark on the pushrod and threaded the pushrod out a couple of turns to tighten up the brake cylinder. Do this in careful increments and be sure to tighten the grub screw when finished.”

I will advise you that if you opened the bleed valve too much, and you were not expelling the fluid under some pressure resistance at all times, then you will have air down there in the system which can be causing or enhancing your issue.

There is also a high likelihood that Todd (GTM) has already told you, that your 10 year old hardware needs replacement.

The parts are not what I would call expensive.

 

[alxpwl]

Thank you all. I will start with cleaning the system, then go from there.