I have a GMA clutch lever, and would like to increase the “throw” to pull the clutch cable farther. It’s not pulling the cable far enough to completely release the clutch (Baker 6-in-4).
Here’s a picture of my clutch lever. It’s polished aluminum. I’ve watched videos of people using a propane torch to heat clutch/brake levers while applying leverage (pipe, wrench, etc) to bend them. As you can see in the picture, if I hear the circled spot, I could bend the lever out to the point where it would be parallel to the grip. This would give me maybe 1/4” more travel for the clutch cable, which should be enough.
Is this advisable? Would the lever weaken or crack? Has anyone done anything like this?
Thanks!
Here’s a picture of my clutch lever. It’s polished aluminum. I’ve watched videos of people using a propane torch to heat clutch/brake levers while applying leverage (pipe, wrench, etc) to bend them. As you can see in the picture, if I hear the circled spot, I could bend the lever out to the point where it would be parallel to the grip. This would give me maybe 1/4” more travel for the clutch cable, which should be enough.
Is this advisable? Would the lever weaken or crack? Has anyone done anything like this?
Thanks!
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