If clean is the name of your game, you want your handlebars without visible cables. So, you may already use an internal throttle system. You can adopt a similar approach for your clutch side by using a Twistgrip assembly. The mechanism is identical to the internal throttle assembly but with a reverse spiral to activate your clutch cable. But the wrist effort to overcome the strength of the clutch spring requires the addition of a mechanism to increase leverage, in this case a pulley attached to the clutch arm inside the transmission side cover. Exile Cycles offers a complete assembly including all the parts making a Twistgrip easy to operate. (you will need to use a Jims transmission with a Primo diaphragm clutch). More info on this kit at Exile Cycles.
Twistgrip Clutch Assembly
Published by October 15th, 2008 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.7 Responses to “Twistgrip Clutch Assembly”
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I’d rather use a baker transmission…..
Use a Baker then….simple huh !
What has Baker to do with this????? I am lost?
Gar Out
Gar, If you read the feature , it says you need to use a Jim;s transmission
Sorry I’m a big baker fan……..
I’ve got this setup and it is very cool-didn’t take but a couple rides to get used to the “double twist”–just gotta pay attention!
Lee,
Speed reading has been very, very good to me ….. NOT!
Gar Out
Dangola – combine this rig with Kraus Motor Company’s reverse throttle/brake setup and you’ve got some busy hands…and a confused operator!!