| Author | Message | ||
     Chigirl |
My 96 S2 came with a bent clutch lever and I afraid if we bend it back it will break. I was told by the HD dealer that there is no after market lever available. Does anyone have the oem part number and any possible compatable levers? I have small hands and the clutch is really hard for me to operate. Has any one used the MRC clutch effort reducer? If so what do you think? Is it hard to install? Is it worth the cost? I believe HD also makes an effort reducer, is it compatable with the S2. Any other suggestions? | ||
| Doncasto |
Kimberly, I have several spares . . .two of which appear to be aftermarket. I am sure that others will jump in with more experienced information, but I think I recall hearing that the levers and switch gear are interchangeable with many Harley Davidsons with 1 inch bars. I would like to keep my original lever and bracket, but could easily part with one of the other levers (chrome). You might be able to find several options by looking in one of the after market catalogs . ..Dennis Kirk, etc. The OEM number from the parts catolog is #45016-93 - Handlever with Bushing, pivot pin | ||
| Smoke |
i put that clutch feel reducer in a friends bike easily and he was very happy with it until a left turner totalled his m2. he got a great deal on a gsxr 1000 from another friend that wanted to keep his license and job later, but still says he wishes he had another m2. that part is a little tricky to adjust for full clutch travel as i remember. make sure that it has full travel prior to closing the clutch cover. tim | ||
| Unix |
i'm sure you'll find something at www.americansportbike.com i bought the muller clutch, it helped quite a bit... it's much easier to pull the clutch, but in stand and go traffic your hand will get still get a little sore. You should also be able to find a adjustable clutch lever. To further reduce clutch effort, you could also buy the hydraulic conversion kit - instead of using a steel line it uses hydraulic fluid to operate clutch - better feel and slightly reduced effort. http://www.americansportbike.com/shoponline/ccp0-p rodshow/16077.html i read your other posts on how to ride the tall s2. like someone said, try to always park the bike in such a manner that you don't have to reverse.. regarding driving technique , the best way is to learn to ride properly on a smaller bike for a year or two, and then try the Buell, which in my honest opinion is a very user-UNfriendly bike. | ||
| Chigirl |
Thanks Unix I was told there were no adjustable or shorty levers for the S2. I don't know if it is the height of the bike as much as the bulk of the bike. I'm 5'6" and 1/2. I tried on a pair a thick soled boots at the HD dealership and was able to put the majority of my foot down on a 1125R which has a higher seat so I figure the boots should help flat foot at stops. The main problem I have is pulling the bike upright off the long kick stand and putting it back down.  I'm hoping between the boots and bending the kickstand that should be taken care of. I have been riding a Buell Blast for over 2 years and taken the MC safety course. I have test ridden bigger HDs like the Street Bob, 1200 Sportster, and others but have never been able to test ride a Buell. My dealership even sent out a card announcing Buell test rides and I got there and they didn't have a single Buell to ride. They said HD sent those cards out and they weren't prepared.  With a few adjustments and practice I hope to master this beast. I guess I'm the only female here trying.  | ||
| Chigirl |
Quick verification. What is the OEM number for the clutch lever? HD # 45016-93 comes back to '93 - 95 Sportsters and Big Twins BRAKE levers is this correct or should it be 45017-93? Also should it be #45017-93 for 93 - 95 Sportsters or 45017-96 for 96 - 03 sportsters? | ||
| Buellerthanyou |
The correct current Harley-Davidson part number for a clutch lever for a '95-'96 Buell S2 is... 45015-96 Same as any Sportster '93-'03 If you can find an aftermarket adjustable lever that will fit those years' Sportsters, it will fit an S2 as well. HellBuelly J | ||
| Chigirl |
O M G American Sportbike says 45017-93 WHICH IS IT? HELP | ||
| Bluzm2 |
Hey Chi, shortly you too will be able to look up the part number...... | ||
| Buellish |
I have the MRC clutch ramp and it works great.It is also easy to install. | ||
| 1313 |
Now that I own a XB in addition to my S2 my memory gets a little fuzzy at times. Someone please correct me if I am wrong, but won't the '06-up Uly/XB lightened pull clutch spring retrofit back into the S2's (and other tubers)? I think the XB12XT is spoiling me. The trip to Suches for Buelltoberfest 2 on the V-Rod (which has a hydraulic clutch, no less) had my clutch hand aching. I can only imagine how it will be once I find a decent rear shock for the S2... 1313  | ||
| 1313 |
The 2006 PDF didn't help too much.  I thought I've heard of people putting the spring in their tubers, but I'm not sure at this point. The drawback is installing the clutch diaphragm spring entails removal of the primary cover. It's not that bad of a job, just a little more involved than what I'm assuming the MRC install is like. 1313 |
