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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 15 Aug 2021 10:06 #853849

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Loosen the screw all the way out, put it together then tighten the screw until resistance is felt then back out 1/4 turn. All should be well
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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 15 Aug 2021 10:13 #853850

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I measures the springs. They are right at their service limit with a measurement of 32.2 to 32.3 mm

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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 15 Aug 2021 10:40 #853852

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Any marks on the inside of the clutch engine cover. Try putting it together with the engine cover off and test your clutch operation. Don’t start the bike
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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 15 Aug 2021 13:39 #853857

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No marks on the clutch engine cover. Looks nearly brand new. Does this little ring on the clutch hub nut look normal?

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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 15 Aug 2021 14:30 #853864

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YES. SELF LOCKING NUT

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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 19 Aug 2021 17:53 #854080

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Update: I replaced all the friction plates, lubed the clutch cable, lubed the push rod and ball bearing, greased the worm gear, and installed new clutch springs. When I pull the clutch lever it pushes the spring plate/compression plate out maybe 1/8th of an inch. I can rotate the clutch from this point with some resistance.When I release the clutch lever I can no longer rotate the clutch. This seems like normal operation at this point.

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1. This seems to be a big improvement from where I was. Is this a sufficient amount of movement (1/8) on the spring plate?
2. I put a lot of engine oil on the friction plates, but I did not soak them in oil. Is this okay?
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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 19 Aug 2021 19:20 #854083

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Take it for a ride and see how it works.
Steve

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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 20 Aug 2021 08:05 #854099

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Wish I could. Bike is not in running condition yet. 

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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 20 Aug 2021 09:26 #854101

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My clutch doesn't move all that much ether. The adjuster is what changes the throw of the clutch. I not enough you can screw it in a little more or adjust it at the cable. How much free play do you have at the lever?
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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 20 Aug 2021 10:44 #854103

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I probably have 1/8 - 1/4 at the lever

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KZ900 Pushrod Not Moving 20 Aug 2021 12:13 #854105

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I have always found it is best to let the friction plates soak in oil for a day or so before installing them.  A habit from my Harley days.  Some say this isn't necessary, but I hate frying a set of clutch plates when they are new.  1/4" of lever movement is a good place to start.

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