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1983 R100 clutch cable
1983 R100 clutch cable
My new BMW cable, has a hexagon shaped brass part, that is on the perch end. The old cable, has a round brass piece, at the perch end.
So, will this hexagon shaped end, be compatible on my cable perch? Or, do I have the incorrect clutch cable?
2000 R1100
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Re: 1983 R100 clutch cable
'78 R100/7 '69 R69S '52 R25/2
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Re: 1983 R100 clutch cable
Unfortunately not sure where is was purchased, as it came with the bike.
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Re: 1983 R100 clutch cable
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Fast. Neat. Average. Friendly. Good. Good.
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Re: 1983 R100 clutch cable
I don't see what difference it makes. It looks as though the hexagonal shape is in the section that holds the cable. It looks as though the business end on the nipple is round brass. I think that so long as it fits in the nipple holder in the clutch lever it will work just fine.
Craig
Re: 1983 R100 clutch cable
BMW changed cable suppliers in the early 2000s. The new vendor introduced the hexagonal die. This has been written in other forums in the past, some of those were slightly oversized or had a burr and did not rotate freely in the “barrel”. That binding caused premature breakage of those clutch cables. So inspect those newer style hexagonal crimps for any burrs and make sure they rotate freely in the barrel part. Lightly lubricate the components with your favorite light grease and clean and relube on occasion, depending on your riding style.
Seattle
Re: 1983 R100 clutch cable
So are you suggesting that I don’t need to file off the “edges”, to round out the hexagon?
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Re: 1983 R100 clutch cable
That said, what you want to see is in these pictures. The cable must fit into the round part that is in the handle...I don't remember what it looks like though. When you pull the hand lever, this round part must rotate in the hole in the handlebar...if it doesn't, then the cable flexes and the strands break. On the other side, the end of the cable must be able to slide side-to-side when you pull the lever...again, if not, then the cable breaks. I would try a fit up and if you get the rotating/sliding movement, then you should be good.
'78 R100/7 '69 R69S '52 R25/2
Fast. Neat. Average. Friendly. Good. Good.