how do I replace the clutch lever assembly?

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cactusMD

Discussion Starter · Sep 25, 2012

I dropped my bike at a weird angle and the clutch lever on my handlebar broke in half, I tried to just replace the clutch lever but the impact warped the bolt so now the lever and assembly are stuck together.

http://www.oneidasuzuki.com/store/parts-accessories/grip-throttle-gsx600-sv650s.html

13 is warped/stuck inside it's hole making it so I can't just replace the lever

I ordered a new clutch lever + assembly but I don't know how to get the old one off/the new one on... do I have to remove the handlebars?

or do I have to remove the grip/the light switches?

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dan46n2

· #2 · Sep 25, 2012

You have to remove the grip and switch housing in order to put the new one on.

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dan46n2

· #4 · Sep 25, 2012

Yes. The grip is going to take some work to remove. I would recommend an air compressor and a blow-off tip shoved between the grip and bars to help coax the grip into sliding off. That, or a can of air (like for cleaning a pc keyboard) will do.
Or you could squirt a little wd-40 between the grip and bar. Just a little goes a long way. I've used this to help grips slide back on as well, but use just a very small amount.

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