*Cries*

[KLR600]

So my clutch cable snapped for the second time in two weeks yesterday! (I did replace the first one that went, just incase you were wondering!)

The place where I got my last cable from wasn't a kawasaki dealership (don't think there are any around me, anyone know of any in North Wales?). I took my first broken cable to the shop to see if they could get one in but they managed to find one the right length in a box of cables and other assorted bike parts. I assume that it was a faulty cable as it snapped after 2 weeks of being on my bike and I know that I put it on correctly. I was wondering where I stand on this, should I just be able to get a refund? (they said they wouldn't be able to order one in from kawasaki for some reason so I doubt they'd be able to exchange it) as I don't want any store credit or anything because TBH I've had enough of this particular shop as they have messed me around before. I also don't have the receipt anymore so I don't know if that makes a difference.

Anyone know where I can get new cable for my bike (1989 Kawasaki KLR600 (KL600 - B4)) ASAP as I need it for work and college so I can't really be waiting on an order for weeks. They seem to be as rare as rocking horse shit.

Cheers

Rob

[Dom_]

I'd be more worried on why it keeps snapping, is it getting caught on something inside or getting snagged by something?

[KLR600]

I've checked for burrs and sharp edges in the lever but there aren't any.

The first cable snapped just from general wear and tear as it was on the bike before I had it but the second one was an obvious faulty cable IMO as the ball end at the lever spereated from the cable.

[Gazdaman]

I'd just put it down as one of those things.

Try eBay. Either that, or get one ordered, I had to order some dust seals for my TZR 250, and they arrived within 3 days.

Gaz

[KLR600]

[Kickstart]

Hi

Try Cradley Heath Kawasaki.

All the best

Keith
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[stinkwheel]

Meantime if you are stuck and there is a Hein Gericke near you. Go in and buy a "Nippelpannenset".

It is a small tin that contains several lengths of cable with pear nipples on one end and a selection of solderless nipples that you can use to make a temporary cable repair in an emergency. A handy thing to have anyway. Fits under your saddle.

If you are any good at soldering, you could always try repairing the one you have.
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[M1ke]

[KLR600]

Ok, thanks guys.

I'll have a look for a "Nippelpannenset" because I'm crap at soldering, I've already destroyed a guitar with a dodgy re-wire!

[Gazdaman]

I wouldn't trust a solder repair on a clutch cable. You can pull solder apart, I just feel that the strength would be a fair bit down on standard.

Luckily I've not had any cables fail yet, I'm not looking forward to it.

Gaz

[stinkwheel]