Rekluse EXP for Harley-Davidson Big-Twin – Cable-Actuated Page 3
CHECKING LEVER
FREE PLAY GAIN
NOTE: Before performing this step,
please visit our website at
rekluse.com/support to view the
TECH VIDEO entitled:
“How to Check Free Play Gain”
“Free Play Gain” is the increase of lever free play
as the auto-clutch engages. This happens when
the RPM increase from idle through around 2500
RPM. Free Play Gain is caused by the expansion of
the EXP disk which lifts the pressure plate and
removes tension from the clutch cable.
Optimal Free Play Gain yields 1/8” (3mm) of clutch
lever movement, measured at the end of the lever.
This measurement at the lever correlates to
achieving the ideal installed gap.
The following steps explain two ways to check Free
Play Gain. One will use the rubber band that has
been included in the clutch kit and one explains
using your hand, which you will perform before
every ride.
An auto-clutch can make your motorcycle
appear to be in neutral when in gear, even
when the engine is running and clutch lever
released.
Motorcycles equipped with an auto-clutch
can move suddenly and unexpectedly and
cause riders to lose control.
To avoid death, serious injury, and/or
property damage:
Always sit on the motorcycle to start it
Verify that the motorcycle is in neutral
by applying both the front and rear
brake while applying just enough throttle
that the bike would start to move
forward if it were in gear.
Place the bike in neutral, start the engine and let it
warm up for 2-3 minutes to idle down.
Rubber Band Method:
It is recommended that you use this method first
to find your Free Play Gain so you can see what
it is. Then, check it by hand as well so that you
can effectively and comfortably check free play
gain every time you ride.
Wrap the included rubber band around the outer
end of the handlebar grip and loop it through
itself, attaching it to the ball end of the clutch
lever.
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