Clutch drags when hot

Discuss everything about Honda GoldWing. Feel free to ask any question related to GoldWing.

Moderators: CYBORG, Oldewing, robin1731, Forum Moderators

Post Reply
purgeraptor
Tin Member
Tin Member
Posts: 18
Joined: Wed Aug 24, 2016 7:44 am
Location: UK, Reading

Re: Clutch drags when hot

#16

Post by purgeraptor »

Thanks! I'm trying to keep it standard apart from upgrades such as Avon Roadrider tyres, braided brake lines, EBC HH pads, new aftermarket coils, HT leads, igniters, fork brace etc. It really does run well, and revs out / handles well :)

I did measure the EBC spring height...although thicker, they were the same height as the standard springs spec.
The standard springs I took out were well within the Honda recommended service limit too, so putting them back in may be a good option, as well as checking the damper plate rivets as previously suggested.

Re adjustment, unless this settles down, the lower cable adjuster has to be set at zero play at cold to allow enough lever adjustment to get enough play when hot to fully release the clutch....and even this is not enough to stop the dragging as it gets used.

Should I make the adjustments when everything is hot and has been dragging?
This would of course mean everything is really tight with no free paly when cold and setting off.
User avatar
robin1731
Membership Admin
Membership Admin
Posts: 21724
Joined: Mon May 29, 2006 8:31 am
Location: Decatur, Indiana

Re: Clutch drags when hot

#17

Post by robin1731 »

purgeraptor wrote:snip................ the lower cable adjuster has to be set at zero play at cold .
Is that the way the manual says to adjust it?

.
1976 Goldwing Super Sport
1985 Honda Elite
1976 KZ900 Dragbike
1992 ZX7 Dragbike (KZ900 style motor w/NOS)
and a rotation of various purchases
Randakk approved Carb Rebuilder
User avatar
jdvorchak
Honored Life Member
Honored Life Member
Posts: 5238
Joined: Mon May 25, 2009 8:01 pm
Location: East Alton, IL

Re: Clutch drags when hot

#18

Post by jdvorchak »

robin1731 wrote:
purgeraptor wrote:snip................ the lower cable adjuster has to be set at zero play at cold .
Is that the way the manual says to adjust it?

.
My FSM says 5/8 inch free play at the lower lever. I don't know because I've never owned an 1100.
New users please visit our "Shop Talk" for common tips and help:
http://ngwclub.com/forum/page/ST


Don't fix it 'til it's broke...
The person with the most toys wins!
If it has wheels or a skirt you can't afford it.
Amateur Radio Station WW9L

71 CL350 with Bingham side car
2021 HD Triglide
2008 HD Dyna Low Rider
83 KZ1100L1 Son totaled it
83 KZ550LTD Shaft sold

Previous bikes: 84 GL1200 STD, 83 KZ550LTD, 83 CB1000, 78 CB400A, 82 CB900F, 79 CB750K, 2001 GL1800, 2000 Dyna Super Glide, 1972 CB350 K4, 1985 GL1200A, 1997 1200 Sportster, 84 GL1200I, 82 Honda CM400E, 81 Suzuki GS650L, 72 Triumph Bonneville 750, 72 Honda CB350, 66(?) Honda 305 Scrambler, 6? Yamaha yz250, 62 650 Matchless (Norton-Villers).
John
User avatar
flyin900
Gold Member
Gold Member
Posts: 1489
Joined: Sun Jan 10, 2010 3:50 pm
Location: Canada

Re: Clutch drags when hot

#19

Post by flyin900 »

I don't think the EBC clutch springs are a cause if the heights are the same as the Honda ones and I think there is possibly something else going on there. The correct adjustment of each section of the cable/clutch mechanism is definitely where you should begin to rule those out as a possible cause of the problem. The 5/8" freeplay is correct per the FSM for the bottom of the cable adjustment where it enters the lower case. I just don't see how you can see how much free play there is in the cable connector once everything is buttoned up.
There is also an adjustment in the very back of the rear clutch case for the push rod/pressure plate mechanism and the FSM specifies loosening the lock nut under the access cover plug and turning the set screw clockwise until you feel it start to tighten up slightly. Then to back the screw out one full turn and lock the nut back down on the set screw. This only adjusts the free play on the push rod assembly that pushes against the pressure plate. This area again seems not too user friendly once the motor and swing arm are installed in the frame.
Current Bikes:

1966 CL77 - Honda 305cc - Dual purpose - "Gentleman's Scrambler" was a period moniker.
1967 CL175K0 - Low production number with #802 engine serial- winter 2019/2020 full restoration.
1972 CB350F - Baby Four with low mileage - Cosmetic refresh to the next level 2021/2022.
1978 CB550K - Very original bike with only 7499 Km. from new - light cleanup and refresh done.
1983 CB1100F - Canadian model - DOHC Supersport in pristine low kilometre condition from new.
1984 GL1200 - Standard model in showroom condition - two owner bike from new.
1984 CX650E - Restored summer 2017 - a rare Eurosport model - excellent one owner bike.
User avatar
robin1731
Membership Admin
Membership Admin
Posts: 21724
Joined: Mon May 29, 2006 8:31 am
Location: Decatur, Indiana

Re: Clutch drags when hot

#20

Post by robin1731 »

flyin900 wrote:I don't think the EBC clutch springs are a cause if the heights are the same as the Honda ones and I think there is possibly something else going on there. The correct adjustment of each section of the cable/clutch mechanism is definitely where you should begin to rule those out as a possible cause of the problem. The 5/8" freeplay is correct per the FSM for the bottom of the cable adjustment where it enters the lower case. I just don't see how you can see how much free play there is in the cable connector once everything is buttoned up.
There is also an adjustment in the very back of the rear clutch case for the push rod/pressure plate mechanism and the FSM specifies loosening the lock nut under the access cover plug and turning the set screw clockwise until you feel it start to tighten up slightly. Then to back the screw out one full turn and lock the nut back down on the set screw. This only adjusts the free play on the push rod assembly that pushes against the pressure plate. This area again seems not too user friendly once the motor and swing arm are installed in the frame.
All that should be looked over. Probably said in an earlier post about going back and resetting everything from the start. No matter how hard it would be to get to. ;)

.
1976 Goldwing Super Sport
1985 Honda Elite
1976 KZ900 Dragbike
1992 ZX7 Dragbike (KZ900 style motor w/NOS)
and a rotation of various purchases
Randakk approved Carb Rebuilder
User avatar
Track T 2411
Honored Life Member
Honored Life Member
Posts: 8482
Joined: Thu May 29, 2008 9:37 pm
My Album: http://www.ngwclub.com/gallery/v/wingmans/Track+T+2411/
Location: Prairie du Sac Wisconsin

Re: Clutch drags when hot

#21

Post by Track T 2411 »

[quote="purgeraptor]
My clutch is a '82, so doesn't have the clutch cover adjuster bolt......only the cable adjusters at each end.
[/quote]
This was part of a post on the first page, which negates some of the adjustment procedure above... just saying.
"I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein

"He that is good with a hammer tends to think everything is a nail" - Abraham Maslow

"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown

Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!

Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!

In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
User avatar
flyin900
Gold Member
Gold Member
Posts: 1489
Joined: Sun Jan 10, 2010 3:50 pm
Location: Canada

Re: Clutch drags when hot

#22

Post by flyin900 »

I see that now, so then the only adjustment is the cable which if when adjusted correctly doesn't fix the issue means that there is something else going on internally. That will require removing the engine to recheck the assembly and plates and scavenger pump for issues.
Current Bikes:

1966 CL77 - Honda 305cc - Dual purpose - "Gentleman's Scrambler" was a period moniker.
1967 CL175K0 - Low production number with #802 engine serial- winter 2019/2020 full restoration.
1972 CB350F - Baby Four with low mileage - Cosmetic refresh to the next level 2021/2022.
1978 CB550K - Very original bike with only 7499 Km. from new - light cleanup and refresh done.
1983 CB1100F - Canadian model - DOHC Supersport in pristine low kilometre condition from new.
1984 GL1200 - Standard model in showroom condition - two owner bike from new.
1984 CX650E - Restored summer 2017 - a rare Eurosport model - excellent one owner bike.
purgeraptor
Tin Member
Tin Member
Posts: 18
Joined: Wed Aug 24, 2016 7:44 am
Location: UK, Reading

Re: Clutch drags when hot

#23

Post by purgeraptor »

Quick update.....fixed the problem :)

Changed the EBC stiffer springs to a good second-hand set of standard springs.
All perfect now.

Comparing the EBCs to standard springs, they are same length, but EBCs are wider in coil diameter.
This means the EBC springs do not sit in the recesses in the clutch housing at the base of the spring towers, therefor have a greater installed height.

Not sure why this makes a difference when the clutch plates heat up with EBC spring fitted, but it's certainly fixed now with the standard springs!
User avatar
chewy999
SUPER BIKER!!!!
SUPER BIKER!!!!
Posts: 3214
Joined: Tue Oct 16, 2012 11:21 am
Location: Haddenham, Cambs, UK

Re: Clutch drags when hot

#24

Post by chewy999 »

action1 action1 action1

Glad you worked it out. Hope I'm as lucky getting to grips with my starter problems, followed my the problem with the neutral light! :IDTS: Got some ideas to try particularly with the starter!

anim-cheers1 anim-cheers1 anim-cheers1
Last edited by chewy999 on Thu Mar 23, 2017 6:01 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Previous Rides,
1980 CB250N Good to learn on
1981 CX500 good mid range tourer, went to Austria on it!
1983 GL1100C Pride and joy, sold when I bought my 1st house, big mistake
1985 GL650 Silverwing another mistake, horrible bike
1986 CBX550 Good commuter
1989 Suzuki GS750 (1976) cheap and cheerful until a dog ran out in front of me on Xmas Eve, 1991
Current bikes
2010 CB1300 back on a bike after 19 years, two divorces, children grown up etc
1980 GL1100 NOW ON THE ROAD, still use CB1300.
Post Reply
  • Similar Topics
    Replies
    Views
    Last post

Return to “GoldWing Tech Discussions”