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Alterin · 08-25-2008, 02:40 PM

Do I need to completely remove it to lube it? I'm having trouble getting it detached completely...

I can fit the cable luber thingie as it is, is this fine?

... probably is, but thought i'd check... And it shouldn't be that hard from the point that I got it?

Yeah I'm a noob. :P

**Hellgate** · 08-25-2008, 02:46 PM

You got it, squirt until it runs out the other end. Wrap both ends in a rag to control the mess.

Wavex · 08-25-2008, 04:20 PM

I used to lub my clutch cable without taking it out at all... now I see you have the proper tool, so you`re better off doing it properly, but if one day you need it done quickly, you can just spray some chain lub, or WD40 directly onto the cable from the back of the lever... spray for 2 seconds, press/release the lever 5 times... repeat 5 times (with the handlebar turned to the right, which will add a slight angle and make it easier)

08fz6 · 08-25-2008, 04:50 PM

cable luber is the way to go, i wouldnt use chain lube since most are sticky, you will end up with a dirty sticky mess. but wd40 or cable lube is good, wd40 smells a lil better, most cable lubes are nasty smelling

Ozfazer6 · 08-25-2008, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wavex

I used to lub my clutch cable without taking it out at all... now I see you have the proper tool, so you`re better off doing it properly, but if one day you need it done quickly, you can just spray some chain lub, or WD40 directly onto the cable from the back of the lever... spray for 2 seconds, press/release the lever 5 times... repeat 5 times (with the handlebar turned to the right, which will add a slight angle and make it easier)

+1 Thats exactly what I do and still on original cable after 26k.

Pirosko · 08-26-2008, 11:22 AM

OK, I am a nube as well, I take my cable right out and "pour" in cable lube by making a funnel type thing, then moving the cable back and forth until runs out the other end.

Stupid question? Using the "tool" in the picture, where do you actually inject the lube. This looks a lot easier than the way I do it.

Also, can the same method be used for the throttle cables? They were a real pain, especially after they came out of the throttle "cam" behind the frame in the most rediculously unreachable spot. After some cussing and getting another pair of hands I fixed it. But using a tool would make this much easier, no?

Thanks all.

**FZ6inNH** · 08-26-2008, 11:28 AM

Do NOT use wet lubricants on your cables! These will attract dust, grime and dirt and gum up the cables completely. Cables are meant to be lubed with dry lubes such as graphite.

IMHO and the opinion of MANY seasoned riders/racers, the best you can do for your cables is: https://www.russack.com/view_doc.php?view_doc=8

08-25-2008, 02:40 PM	#1 (permalink)
Alterin Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Henderson, NV Bike: Black 08 FZ6 Posts: 16 Rep Power: 0 Member #1893	Clutch Cable Lube Do I need to completely remove it to lube it? I'm having trouble getting it detached completely... I can fit the cable luber thingie as it is, is this fine? ... probably is, but thought i'd check... And it shouldn't be that hard from the point that I got it? Yeah I'm a noob. :P

08-25-2008, 02:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
Hellgate Super Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 3,292 Rep Power: 58 Member #1191	Re: Clutch Cable Lube You got it, squirt until it runs out the other end. Wrap both ends in a rag to control the mess. __________________ Pete Mods: Akrapovic, Ohlins Remote, R6 Fork, RyanK Fender Mounts, Cobin with Backrest, Motovation Sliders, Yamaha Cowl, Stickers Removed, Galfers, Pazzo Shorties, Rizoma FE, Fredlight, Hugger Trimmed, ConvertiBar Clip-Ons, Acculign Top Clamp, OSO2K Setbacks, PC III w/ Custom AF1 Racing Map. Up Coming Mods: All Balls Headset

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Wavex FZ6 StreetFighter Moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Long Beach, CA Bike: '09 Buell XB12Scg Posts: 1,567 Rep Power: 34 Member #281	Re: Clutch Cable Lube I used to lub my clutch cable without taking it out at all... now I see you have the proper tool, so you`re better off doing it properly, but if one day you need it done quickly, you can just spray some chain lub, or WD40 directly onto the cable from the back of the lever... spray for 2 seconds, press/release the lever 5 times... repeat 5 times (with the handlebar turned to the right, which will add a slight angle and make it easier) __________________ My rider resume: click *Fav FZ6 mod: (-1) front sprocket!* My videos: click My pics: click More Details about my previous FZ6 streetfighter: click

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08fz6 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central New york Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 416 Rep Power: 7 Member #2399	Re: Clutch Cable Lube cable luber is the way to go, i wouldnt use chain lube since most are sticky, you will end up with a dirty sticky mess. but wd40 or cable lube is good, wd40 smells a lil better, most cable lubes are nasty smelling __________________ 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue T-Rex Frame Sliders, LED Integrated Tail Light, Clear Turn Signal Lenses, Rumble Concept Fender Eliminator, RAM GPS Mount, bd43's Headlight wire harness mod, Battery Tender RC Cars: RC10GT & Sportwerks Chaos Daily Driver: 2008 Scion XB Blackberry Crush Jensen VM9022 Double DIN All-In-One 2-10" RockBox Subs 1-Orion 225R Amp Camera: Nikon D40

08-26-2008, 11:22 AM	#6 (permalink)
Pirosko Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ontario - Canada Bike: FZ6 - 2006 Posts: 21 Rep Power: 2 Member #4342	Re: Clutch Cable Lube OK, I am a nube as well, I take my cable right out and "pour" in cable lube by making a funnel type thing, then moving the cable back and forth until runs out the other end. Stupid question? Using the "tool" in the picture, where do you actually inject the lube. This looks a lot easier than the way I do it. Also, can the same method be used for the throttle cables? They were a real pain, especially after they came out of the throttle "cam" behind the frame in the most rediculously unreachable spot. After some cussing and getting another pair of hands I fixed it. But using a tool would make this much easier, no? Thanks all.

08-26-2008, 11:28 AM	#7 (permalink)
FZ6inNH Moderator w/ Twisted Fate Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Hampshire Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 3,151 Rep Power: 51 Member #18	Re: Clutch Cable Lube Do NOT use wet lubricants on your cables! These will attract dust, grime and dirt and gum up the cables completely. Cables are meant to be lubed with dry lubes such as graphite. IMHO and the opinion of MANY seasoned riders/racers, the best you can do for your cables is: https://www.russack.com/view_doc.php?view_doc=8 __________________ -={FZ6inNH}=- . . Member #9 . . 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 -My Rider Resume Mods: Yamaha Lower Cowl, Racetech Springs w/15w oil, FAZR6 F.E. Kit, Puig Smoke Racing Screen, Tank Camera mount, Cortech Sport saddle and tail bags, dual headlight mod, Shogun Sliders, Yamaha Comfort Seat, Mild Airbox Mod, De-Stickered, and Custom Carbon Fiber SwingArm Decals

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