How often do you replace your clutch cable? Options

[RickS]

My throw is starting to feel notchy again, which means it’s time to replace yet again. In 15 years this will be #6. I know Mark was looking at offering a better one but never saw the upshot.

So how often do you replace yours? It would sure be nice if they were self adjusting like old shoe type brakes.

[mountainroads]

My throw is starting to feel notchy again, which means it’s time to replace yet again. In 15 years this will be #6. I know Mark was looking at offering a better one but never saw the upshot.

So how often do you replace yours? It would sure be nice if they were self adjusting like old shoe type brakes.

I've personally experienced a cable failure while on the road, so regular inspection is warranted and would personally suggest replacement after a couple of adjustments due to cable stretch, or major service such as a clutch replacement. Check for wear and frayed cable wires at the wheel where the cable does a u-turn, since that area is exposed and subject to twisting stresses. Relatively cheap and easy part to replace so it doesn't leave you stranded.

I was lucky: cable snapped while I was shifting from 4th into 3rd. A bit of an adventure getting home the 70+ miles without shifting, including two unavoidable small towns with several stop lights. Blew a stop sign right in front of the local police station to avoid one of the red lights (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif). 3rd was the only gear that I could make it all the way home without unduly lugging or over revving the engine, or running out of gas.

- MR
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