Clutch handle

[weefek]

So, this has happened to my clutch handle.

Any recommendations for a good one? This one came with my GT5B kit and is the exact same one sold by CDH.

Threads are too loose, the nut has stripped, and I assume it's bad quality aluminum as it has bent.

 

[Chainlube]

I have this one on two bikes, the first one I had to bend the lock mechanism a tad to be able to keep the clutch disengaged, the other one is fine.

HIAORS Left Clutch Lever for Motorized Bicycle Bike 49cc 60cc 66cc 80cc 2 Stroke Engine : Amazon.ca: Automotive

HIAORS Left Clutch Lever for Motorized Bicycle Bike 49cc 60cc 66cc 80cc 2 Stroke Engine : Amazon.ca: Automotive

www.amazon.ca

 

[weefek]

Looks exactly like the one I have to be honest

 

[weefek]

for $15 i'll order it just to see if it's the same or not. does nobody seriously run any other clutch handle??? there's only one?

 

[DAMIEN1307]

there's only one?

Nope, you have the lever type lock, and I also had a push button type lock...there is also single lock, two and three position lock types as well.

 

[weefek]

Nope, you have the lever type lock, and I also had a push button type lock...there is also single lock, two and three position lock types as well.

I would prefer links to products to buy... literally the only one i've seen in the same one on CDH and the same one i've seen everywhere else. I can turn my own cable lock and nut if i have to but i really don't want to if i don't have to.

 

[Nickt919]

The aluminum on those handles are soft. I use handles exactly like that one. I have the single on the left..clutch, and double pull on the right for brakes. I keep the aluminum adjustors screwed all the way in and adjust the cables on the other ends....at the clutch arm and at both brakes. Doing it this way you'll never have a problem with the lever screw adjustors. This may not be the answer you're looking for but it prevents the little, soft aluminum adjustors from screwing up.
There are better quality cable pull handles but mostly won't be found on Ebay or Amazon. They are sold at bike shops and the prices will probably send most back looking on Ebay or Amazon.
The handles we have are sufficient for the job and the price is good. You just have to handle them in certain ways for it to last.
If you are determined to use the lever adjustor on those handles it is probably wise to take the screw adjustor off, make sure all threads are clean, carefully close the screw ring closed to where its fairly tight on the barrel thread , and keep it lubricated to prevent the aluminum from shredding tiny pieces between the threads. Then use it sparingly if you want it to last.
The aluminum adjustor is the same on button or 3 position lever locks.

Edit..

I had searched a while back and didn't use the right search terms. There's a bunch on Ebay that are priced in the range suitable for our use but I did not see lever locks on these sets.

Universal Left Black Clutch Perch Lever For 22mm 7/8" Handlebar Motorcycle Bike 6040453819112 | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Universal Left Black Clutch Perch Lever For 22mm 7/8" Handlebar Motorcycle Bike at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

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[weefek]

The aluminum on those handles are soft. I use handles exactly like that one. I have the single on the left..clutch, and double pull on the right for brakes. I keep the aluminum adjustors screwed all the way in and adjust the cables on the other ends....at the clutch arm and at both brakes. Doing it this way you'll never have a problem with the lever screw adjustors. This may not be the answer you're looking for but it prevents the little, soft aluminum adjustors from screwing up.
There are better quality cable pull handles but mostly won't be found on Ebay or Amazon. They are sold at bike shops and the prices will probably send most back looking on Ebay or Amazon.
The handles we have are sufficient for the job and the price is good. You just have to handle them in certain ways for it to last.
If you are determined to use the lever adjustor on those handles it is probably wise to take the screw adjustor off, make sure all threads are clean, carefully close the screw ring closed to where its fairly tight on the barrel thread , and keep it lubricated to prevent the aluminum from shredding tiny pieces between the threads. Then use it sparingly if you want it to last.
The aluminum adjustor is the same on button or 3 position lever locks.

Edit..

I had searched a while back and didn't use the right search terms. There's a bunch on Ebay that are priced in the range suitable for our use but I did not see lever locks on these sets.

Universal Left Black Clutch Perch Lever For 22mm 7/8" Handlebar Motorcycle Bike 6040453819112 | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Universal Left Black Clutch Perch Lever For 22mm 7/8" Handlebar Motorcycle Bike at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.com

You're right, 100%. I should have done that from the beginning. This is my first kit so I'm willing to make mistakes. I may try and revive the threads enough to have them all the way in and stay there whether it be locktite or a lock pin or who knows. As long as it's consistent.

The chinesium aluminum is softer than f***ing lead. The thread profile is terrible. I like the handle, aside from this problem. Thanks for the link regardless of how insanely long it is

To be honest it's the same problem I've had on my pedal widening kit- the pin that's supposed to keep the drive sprocket on the shaft is super soft chinesium aluminum and has broken off so I'm making my own beveled bolt. I'm used to professional industrial stuff which even china stuff is fairly good, new realms for me....

 

[weefek]

God damn cheap ass 'wide pedal' kits with the ridiculous 'wedge' to lock the sprocket into place. Well it broke as the previous post says. I ground down some random VW bolt to fit. (I've owned a lot of 80s and 90s VWs over the years and have bags on bags and jugs on jugs of bolts / hardware).

I've also have to tighten the bearings every single trip I've made.

I've put about 15km with this setup and it seems solid so hopefully it'll hold.

I'm at 156~ km (97mi) total