I work as a mechanic at a Honda main dealer and even there I try to give new riders advice, we get a lot of new riders bringing bikes in to adjust chains at £15 a time, I always try to show them how to do it, some we never see again because they took the advice and some understandably would rather have us do it because they have 0 mechanical knowledge at all, but I like being able to show people the simple things and hopefully save them some money in the process
Liam.. You Sir are a shining light.. that's exactly what every dealer could do, we live in a digital age now and this generation of new riders just haven't had the inspiration to fix things while growing up.. not because nobody cares, but because things in general are less "repairable".. its a throw away age, so the mentality doesn't take route, it's more likely they'll just throw things out and buy new... But costs aside, Main dealer technicians are possibly the most trusted and knowledgeable people available, so a lesson from YOU... is ten times the lesson from a YT video aye.! Thanks for what you're doing mate, and keep at it..! Del.
One additional tip I could give is to use old cable to route the new one in. It is especially useful on sports bikes when you have to get rid of fairings to even get to the cable, and some cables tend to even go through the frame. In most cases simply taping new cable end to end is enough. But beware it's possible to scratch something along the way when, like in case of this Boneville cable is forged.
As someone with no mechanical knowledge at all and a total fear of messing with any part of the bike myself, I just followed these instructions - and it works perfectly! Thank you :)
THE best and most honest clutch replacement video I've seen on YT. Thank you so much! It's just a pity that my bike is not a Triumph...but maybe the process will be similar to my bike's...
Gotta say, this was so incredibly helpful. I can do some stuff, but your video was perfectly detailed, straight to the point, and shot perfectly for a pause-and-go instructional vid. I’ve been riding for a long time, but have been wanting to dive in more on maintenance. This one’s outstanding. Highly recommended for anybody who loves to ride and might be a little timid getting into minor maintenance. Thank you!
Very grateful for your tutorial videos, I lack some skills and confidence in these matters. With your help I take on these jobs, apart from savings money. The immense satisfaction it gives me, it's so rewarding, thankyou so much.
You're most welcome buddy, im glad we can help, confidence is everything aye... have fun with your bike, there's way more to be enjoyed than just riding it..
"Young rider's" 62 year old dad appreciates this video immensely! We have a crappy Chinese 125cc dirt bike and the replacement cable is $60 canadian, but with a huge 10% discount if I give them a 5 star google rating and the customer service rep would appreciate if I specifically mention his name! Now I hope I can source a universal cable for half the price! Wonderful job. Lots of us old and young first-timers need simple diy videos like yours!
Ha ha, why is that such a common story... they're supposed to be customer serving, not self serving..! Hope you can fet it fixed for realistic money sir.!
Brilliant Dell , as a Triumph street twin rider will help no end. I just done my first service as bike 3 years old now and out of warranty . Oil and filters ,coolant change , chain adjust and lube reckon I saved £150 thanks to you and Stuart filling ham given me the confidence to do it.
Hi, this video was extremely helpful. I'm off to the Pyrenees tomorrow, with my 2006 Triumph Scrambler 865 and yesterday discovered my clutch cable was starting to fray. After a bit of a panic, I got a new cable couriered to me overnight from Fowlers of Bristol (I live in Plymouth) and fitted it today, following your excellent and clear guidance. My old, frayed clutch cable may have lasted the 10 days away or given way on a mountain hairpin, who knows? At least I know it won't now. Many thanks.
Superb video - really clear and easy to follow. Just in the process of renovating an old 125 that's been sitting in my garage for years, so this is really helpful.
This type of really basic stuff is what got me started watching your channel, and honestly gave me the confidence to work on my own bike. It is SO IMPORTANT that people who WANT to do it can find the information. Once they can see how easy it is to do, they will try. And by doing small things, you learn you can do bigger things. Build that confidence up. Now I am bidding on wrecked bikes to see if I can fix them up... I have a different problem. :)
Thanks buddy, am glad you enjoy the videos, and good luck with the wrecked bike projects, but if I may offer one caution to be conscious of any difficulties once they're finished, here in England bikes that have been officially written off and sold by insurance companies can be difficult to insure and re-register and more importantly, difficult to sell... maybe it's different there, but just a consideration maybe before you throw money at it! It's great if the bikes are purely for you and you end up with something that cost you far less than a clean one would have, but if they're to sell on it's worth being aware of those kind of issues... have a great week, ride safe!
@@Moonfleet41 same here. Very difficult to register for street use. I am actually bidding on some offroad only bikes right now, so no worries on plates here for those. Every now and then I find a bike on my "wish list" that I would keep just for myself. I have never won one of those, because usually someone else also wants that bike to collect. But its fun to look.
I’ve saved thousands of US dollars over the years by doing as much simple maintenance as I can. Oil/filter changes, chain maintenance are two things every biker should know how to do. My Triumph dealer wants $120 dollars for an oil change. I can do it for $60, including OEM filter.
I fitted the triumph after market cable guide today.The bike wouldn’t shift after I replaced it.I managed to sort it out after watching this video so thanks for posting.
Cheers Del and Pen, my cable was on its way out on my sprint st, 24€ and your priceless help and I am back on the road!! Number one go to RUclips mechanic !
Thanks mate, glad the old video was able to help.. we do one to one help on Patreon if you need this kind of thing again, just join as a patron if you see fit.. and drop us a line if ever you need mate.. Ride safe aye.. D&Px
Really awesome that you take the time to provide these sorts of how-tos for riders that need it, Del. I like to encourage others to just try... because while certainly you can save a lot of money on many tasks, it's also a matter of taking pride in doing the work yourself, and making sure the work is done properly to your own high standards.
You're right Don, taking the trouble to make a few basic adjustments and repairs to you bike can expand and improve the pride of ownership and bring a lo more enjoyment to riding.. knowing your bike is well take care of is a peace of mind in itself.. Thanks for your kind support mate, and keep safe.. Del.
I keep videos like this one in my favourites so I can rewatch if I'm going to do some work on the bike. big savings over dealership prices when you can do wee bits n bobs yourself, n videos like this just show you how easy it is
Thanks Alan, that's the point, some of these jobs are really straight forward, and it's purely the fear of the unknown that keeps many people from taking care of their own basic repairs.
Thanks for the video! I’m one of those “new guys” just got an 03 virago a few months ago and looking to do most of maintenance work by learning from videos like these. I really do appreciate it :)
Thank you for the video! Even we have learned this many years ago, it was worth to look the movie. By the way, when i drove my Honda CB500 Four forthy years ago, I helped to a Suzuki GT500 driver with my set of steel wires and screwable nipples to repair his bowden cable.
Great job 👍 Sure, it’s a basic thing, but your method and explanation was succinct, and easily understood by anyone who has even the slightest understanding of things mechanical. Perfect 👍😎
couldn’t stress this enough, if you own a bike, get the shop manual for it. Once you’ve reviewed the steps that the manual prescribes, the RUclips videos make 1000% more sense and will stop you from the pit falls that all bikes are adjusted the same. I can’t say that I had any luck with any of the slinky glide products though. The throttle cables literally wouldn’t glide (ironically enough) and the clutch cable was inexplicably 30 mm too short. Had to clean and lube the old throttle cables and sourced a new OEM cable when I did this job. More than anything though, it’s great to provide people with the drive and interest for doing these jobs themselves! 👍
Yeah, you're right buddy, the service manual is your Bible, even if you're isn't laid out with step by step guides and instruction, then at least it will still have all the correct settings, tolerances and specifications.. and setting things up right is half the battle. Take care and have a great week.. D&Px
I’ve changed a few clutch cables over the years but I still wanted to watch so to support your channel plus you never know what else you may learn when keeping open mind… low and behold that tip about rotating the hand adjuster to the back is fab! Cheers!
Thank you for this instructional video. As mentioned by Twin Phill I too lack some skills and confidence in these matters, your videos encourages me to do these jobs. Working on my bike is also rewarding , Thank you !
@@Moonfleet41 Hello, thanks for your replay. I wanted to ask if you would know where I can buy/order (I am in Canada longer than the std clutch and brakes cables for T120. The reason is that I would like to add raisers and the std ones are too short. Hope this is ok with you in case you can point me to some vendors.
Lesson learned yesterday started my 600 and was checking a repair on my exhaust. All fine I set off bike was not pulling right but not that bad as I could only do 30 anyway. On way home it felt jumpy then was reviving at 2.5 not my normal tick over of 1.5. I had a similar problem years ago on my 250 that time it was the cluth plates. I thought this is all I need as I no longer have anywhere in doors to work on it. Got the bike onto my front garden then noticed the problem. I didnt push the choke all the way back doh! I'm 61 been riding since 16 years old. So your never to old to cock things up.
ha ha I'm so glad you told us that because at 56 I still do stupid things like that! It's kinda funny as long as your friends don't see as you'll never hear the end of it! Keep smiling and have a good week mate.
Yip, cheers D&P 👍 I've only got push bike and car at the moment but being able to replace cables and basic stuff like handlebars and tape, saddle adjusts, brake align and that sort of thing will save loads of money and give you a sense of satisfaction and confidence too. Recently serviced my headset and freehub bearings too which was a bit scary, but I see how it works now and won't drop 50 tiny bearing balls all over the garage floor again 🤭 I had new ones to put in so no harm. 🙃🥳
Ha ha... and so we learn from those awesome mistakes.. those "Dammit" moments we'll never do again.."The School or experience" best school every aye, ! thanks for your support buddy and have a good week.
I appreciate your detailed videos. with 50 K mikes things are needing to be replaced. Clutch cable broke and I now can fix it. Hardest part was finding one in the USA, so I ordered a spare.
Harley Davidson Charge $115.00 per hour now. And I seen a video before on your channel on how to change a clutch cable and it helped me. Love Penny's Decoration on motorcycle bar. Penny and You Del Ride Safely and Stay Safe.
Thanks Paul, good to know that we're both getting equally fleeced, seems they just unified their labour charges with main dealer car brands now... just thankful we can do small jobs at home and save the worst of it aye... Have a great weekend buddy and keep everyone safe too.. . D&Pxx
Hi Dell, thanks for the educational video. Even though many viewers will probably know how to replace a clutch cable, it is always very useful to have the procedure explained in detail once again by a specialist such as yourself. Example: position the slots in the adjuster on the the handlebar away from the weather. A good point! You learn something every day. Keep up the good work, glad to see you back on the job. Greetings from Holland.
Thank you so much Frank, im glad to be back in tge garage making content again.. and im glad you enjoyed the videos, simple tasks we can do at home aye.. Be safe and keep well.. Del.
I have a '94 Kawa Eliminator and in my way to remove the carb for some adjustments and cleaning, I had to move the clutch cable. I thought I broke it and I will not be able to put it back (Panic!). After you're video, I just thank u and subscribe 😅
I own a 2020 Bonneville Speedmaster that I put over 57,000 miles on and prior to watching this video, I had no idea how to change my clutch cable, so thank you for showing us!
I replaced my Bonneville clutch cable myself with a Slinky Glide after your previous video and I can't speak highly enough of them. Very light and smooth compared to the gnarly old cable. A good lesson well delivered Del! Thanks.
Top video, always worth brushing up on these skills. Throttle cable replacement is always a struggle for me, get there in the end, but never easy ( when it should be!) Thanks
Yeah, you're right, throttle cable are a lot more fiddly... All things get easy with practice though aye mate, at least you take the job on and don't pay through the nose for someone else to do it.!
Nice vid mate. Everyday is a learning day and coming from a car mechanic back ground onto a motorbike one, I've learnt something new myself. Keep well mate.😎👍🏍
Excellent as always Del. And you are absolutely right, I know that the dealers are there to make a profit however outright taking people to the cleaners just isn't right.
Yeah, you're right, It's a hard debate buddy, they have a right to a living, and a qualified technician commands a healthy salary, then of course all the other overheads... no quibble with the level of dealer bills, they're all perfectly explainable, but with really simple tasks like this, you can side step some hefty bills for a little time and effort yourself..!
Great vid Del, thank you. Very very tempted to buy something like this so I can do some work myself, bit of maintenance etc. My latest bikes have wiring looms that stretch from here to Scotland! Really enjoy seeing how things are done. Thanks again 👍🏻
Isn't that the truth Chris, newer style bikes are getting way more complicated and baffling to fix, you'd almost say that the factories are doing it deliberately aye.. !
Forgot to mention. I went to a dealership in Bromley and they charged me £130 + vat! Looked online and you can buy throttle cables for as cheap as £18 for a RE interceptor OEM!!! Always taking from the small guy. I think next time I'm going to have a go myself. Cheers del, all the best 👌
Yeah, that's mad money aye, sadly it's no robbery, running a bike dealership is never ending outlay and technicians command a decent salary (which is as it should be).. but for simple little jobs, we sometimes don't need them and can manage these little things at home. !
Spot on as always Dell & Penny, if i ever strike it rich i think im going to make a large donation and buy you your own bike shop/ dealership just so i can come learn from you :) thanks for the 10 years of vids 😀
Thank Nicky, how cool would that be, id have to make you a partner and you could run a wheelie school out the back..! and yeah, ten years + now, how time flies.. Thanks buddy.
@@Moonfleet41 ahaha deal! 😆 worlds worst wheelie school but would make an excellent youve been framed YT channel 😉 time flys my friend but your providing countless people and generations of people the tools to do home diy and learn and understand more about thier motorcycle. Your providing a service which is awesome
Very engaging to watch Dell as always. Yes a person watching can use their mobile phone to take a photo for future reference. You just never know you may just get cut short and have to leave it for another day because of some eventuality!
Excellent video yet again. Love this down to earth videoing and its helps those in need. You truly are a credit to the biking fraternity del. Hope you are well 🙏 😊
Thank you so much buddy, you're too kind... just doing what we all do, spreading a little basic insight in case it can help a fellow rider.. Thank you for your support in so many ways buddy.. !
In my experience cheap clutch cables been always snapping, 3 of them, so now I'm sticking to OEM staff, never ever had a problem. Funny enough it's been snapping on all of my 3 bikes . Don't go cheap on your bike and it's not going to go cheap on you.
Superb, Del… this is how you both built this massive community you have here! Hope the two of you are feeling stronger every day after everything you’ve gone through! 🏍👍🏍
Thank you Gary. Yes we are! and you're right, this kind of videos is indeed right where we started just over 10 years ago.. got another one coming in Friday, this time on a Harley..! Have a good week and keep safe both of you. D&Pxx
@@Moonfleet41 glad to hear it! And good news re the next Harley vid. I’m still mystified about how to remove my fuel regulator from my FLSTFI! It looks like the mechanicals were born in the tank… seriously stymied as to how to get it out. 🙃. Have a great week, both of you. Pretty steamy here. 😎
@@garya3056 The only two times i have dropped the tank pump assemblies out is on a Sporty and a Road Glide.. yours most likely lifts out the top like all big twins, the lower half of the internal assembly is hinged, and you need a small screw driver to unlatch it, and then it folds out straight from it's 'dogleg' position, and can be withdrawn.. sadly this was before i make videos... but this link may help you buddy..!? ruclips.net/video/a4gJuZG8wtM/видео.html
nice video brother, just in time for me since i need to replace my clutch cable !! penny's bike looks awesome !!!! stay safe guys cheers from new york!!!!
Hey Renzo, Great to hear from yo as always, and thank you for your kind words, Hope the cable swap goes ok, it's simple enough aye.. Have a great week and keep safe. D&Px
Just got a grom clone for $400 and the main issue is the clutch cable is messed up. I think it’s already improperly routed because the seller said it was the cable that came with the bike and lot of slack. Pretty sure the cable is broken. Official cable is like $60 which is crazy for a clone bike. But I found some for about $10. I mainly ride an automatic moped but wanted to learn shifting without breaking the bank. Definitely going to fix the bike a little bit paycheck by paycheck.
One of the main weaknesses of Chinese clone bikes is things like horribly cheap controls and imprecise adjustability, so spending a little money on quality Japanese parts to upgrade it is well worth it and will enhance the experience for you... have fun!
Hi Del nice sitting in your class today mate Its good to relearn old skills As always you are a good teacher as we are all not mechanics but willing to give the simple jobs a go
Thanks Dave. 👍 it's on the road and being enjoyed now days, so it only comes in for periodic servicing and any little upgrades.. Thanks for your support buddy.
Cheers del nice basic stuff a like to see nice to see penny’s triumph Once again really enjoyed all the content on that bike cheers mark Hope your keeping well 🇬🇧🍺👍🏻
Thanks mate.. i made a video on that over 10 years ago and it's always been popular, still gets watched today.... it may be time for an update and do it again, so yeah, ill fit it in soon.. Here's a link to the old one.! ruclips.net/video/zb1isb3yCAQ/видео.html
Hi 👋 please help 🙏..I have truxton 2011 year 20000km. My speedometer started losing connection fom time to time and when I turn steering to the right side then its working,so I taken out head lamp and check all connectors and whirring and everything looks fine, but when i moved whirring in front corner of fuel tank than speedometer started to work, then I opend whirring (40 cm from lamp) and could not find broken whirring or rust,but from that moment I opened wires speedometer stopped working and don't have any readings on it..did you have any problems like that? Please help 🙏 😢 don't know where to start ? I would really appreciate some advice from you Del. Love your videos..Thanks and greetings from Norway .
Great video Del, even though some may know the procedure, it is nice to watch and it is always prudent to review what you known adjust accordingly. Cheers!
Hi Norman, thank you for your kind words, I actually made that engine guard from scratch myself using sheet metal and welded the frame in behind it... there is an early video series on it in the Triumph Scrambler Playlist on the Channel... you can buy them and they're easy to fit, but they don't come right up the front of the engine in that way!
Hi Wayne, a clutch cable does a lot of work, and will wear over time, so if you ever see a stray wire that's broken away from the end, that will make it weaker, or when it gets stiff and notchy.. they're consumable like tyres and brake pads, just a bit less often.. so keep an eye on them buddy.
@@Moonfleet41 Thanks Del, I'll keep an eye out for sure. After watching the video last night my wife commented on how likeable you are, all the best to you and Penny.
I work as a mechanic at a Honda main dealer and even there I try to give new riders advice, we get a lot of new riders bringing bikes in to adjust chains at £15 a time, I always try to show them how to do it, some we never see again because they took the advice and some understandably would rather have us do it because they have 0 mechanical knowledge at all, but I like being able to show people the simple things and hopefully save them some money in the process
Liam.. You Sir are a shining light.. that's exactly what every dealer could do, we live in a digital age now and this generation of new riders just haven't had the inspiration to fix things while growing up.. not because nobody cares, but because things in general are less "repairable".. its a throw away age, so the mentality doesn't take route, it's more likely they'll just throw things out and buy new... But costs aside, Main dealer technicians are possibly the most trusted and knowledgeable people available, so a lesson from YOU... is ten times the lesson from a YT video aye.! Thanks for what you're doing mate, and keep at it..! Del.
One additional tip I could give is to use old cable to route the new one in. It is especially useful on sports bikes when you have to get rid of fairings to even get to the cable, and some cables tend to even go through the frame. In most cases simply taping new cable end to end is enough. But beware it's possible to scratch something along the way when, like in case of this Boneville cable is forged.
This, bit of tape goes a long way.
@@wobblysauce That is what he said.
That was actually a good tip. Most people post little BS things, just to seem knowledgeable. Like the other comment on this thread.
As someone with no mechanical knowledge at all and a total fear of messing with any part of the bike myself, I just followed these instructions - and it works perfectly! Thank you :)
Most welcome Robert, glad it helped you, and good on you for getting stuck in, now you know how to do it!
THE best and most honest clutch replacement video I've seen on YT. Thank you so much!
It's just a pity that my bike is not a Triumph...but maybe the process will be similar to my bike's...
Thanks for the kind feedback. Glad it helped!
Gotta say, this was so incredibly helpful. I can do some stuff, but your video was perfectly detailed, straight to the point, and shot perfectly for a pause-and-go instructional vid. I’ve been riding for a long time, but have been wanting to dive in more on maintenance. This one’s outstanding. Highly recommended for anybody who loves to ride and might be a little timid getting into minor maintenance. Thank you!
You’re most welcome, thank you for your kind feedback, and good luck with your projects!
Very grateful for your tutorial videos, I lack some skills and confidence in these matters. With your help I take on these jobs, apart from savings money. The immense satisfaction it gives me, it's so rewarding, thankyou so much.
You're most welcome buddy, im glad we can help, confidence is everything aye... have fun with your bike, there's way more to be enjoyed than just riding it..
Covering all the minute details with excellent instructions helped me avoid a disaster with my new clutch cable installation. Thanks so much!
"Young rider's" 62 year old dad appreciates this video immensely! We have a crappy Chinese 125cc dirt bike and the replacement cable is $60 canadian, but with a huge 10% discount if I give them a 5 star google rating and the customer service rep would appreciate if I specifically mention his name! Now I hope I can source a universal cable for half the price! Wonderful job. Lots of us old and young first-timers need simple diy videos like yours!
Ha ha, why is that such a common story... they're supposed to be customer serving, not self serving..! Hope you can fet it fixed for realistic money sir.!
Brilliant Dell , as a Triumph street twin rider will help no end. I just done my first service as bike 3 years old now and out of warranty . Oil and filters ,coolant change , chain adjust and lube reckon I saved £150 thanks to you and Stuart filling ham given me the confidence to do it.
Most welcome mate, it's good to take care of your won bike aye.
Hi, this video was extremely helpful. I'm off to the Pyrenees tomorrow, with my 2006 Triumph Scrambler 865 and yesterday discovered my clutch cable was starting to fray. After a bit of a panic, I got a new cable couriered to me overnight from Fowlers of Bristol (I live in Plymouth) and fitted it today, following your excellent and clear guidance. My old, frayed clutch cable may have lasted the 10 days away or given way on a mountain hairpin, who knows? At least I know it won't now. Many thanks.
Thank you, Glad it helped, and good luck on your trip. Have fun.
Thank you for the tutorial videos I have learned so much by watching them inspiration to us all 🥰🏍
You are so welcome!
Is there a video on changing throttle cables on the air cooled Bonnies I’ve taken tank of so now comes the fun bit 😂
Superb video - really clear and easy to follow. Just in the process of renovating an old 125 that's been sitting in my garage for years, so this is really helpful.
You're very welcome mate, and im glad the video could help you out.
This type of really basic stuff is what got me started watching your channel, and honestly gave me the confidence to work on my own bike. It is SO IMPORTANT that people who WANT to do it can find the information. Once they can see how easy it is to do, they will try. And by doing small things, you learn you can do bigger things. Build that confidence up.
Now I am bidding on wrecked bikes to see if I can fix them up... I have a different problem. :)
Thanks buddy, am glad you enjoy the videos, and good luck with the wrecked bike projects, but if I may offer one caution to be conscious of any difficulties once they're finished, here in England bikes that have been officially written off and sold by insurance companies can be difficult to insure and re-register and more importantly, difficult to sell... maybe it's different there, but just a consideration maybe before you throw money at it! It's great if the bikes are purely for you and you end up with something that cost you far less than a clean one would have, but if they're to sell on it's worth being aware of those kind of issues... have a great week, ride safe!
@@Moonfleet41 same here. Very difficult to register for street use. I am actually bidding on some offroad only bikes right now, so no worries on plates here for those.
Every now and then I find a bike on my "wish list" that I would keep just for myself. I have never won one of those, because usually someone else also wants that bike to collect. But its fun to look.
I’ve saved thousands of US dollars over the years by doing as much simple maintenance as I can. Oil/filter changes, chain maintenance are two things every biker should know how to do. My Triumph dealer wants $120 dollars for an oil change. I can do it for $60, including OEM filter.
I fitted the triumph after market cable guide today.The bike wouldn’t shift after I replaced it.I managed to sort it out after watching this video so thanks for posting.
Nice work Rachael, glad to hear the video could help you out.. take care and have a great weekend !
As a new rider looking to do my own basic maintenance, I thank you for this tutorial!
Very welcome!
Cheers Del and Pen, my cable was on its way out on my sprint st, 24€ and your priceless help and I am back on the road!!
Number one go to RUclips mechanic !
Thanks mate, glad the old video was able to help.. we do one to one help on Patreon if you need this kind of thing again, just join as a patron if you see fit.. and drop us a line if ever you need mate.. Ride safe aye.. D&Px
Yes, these "simple" examples are fantastic! Thanks so much!
You're very welcome!
Really awesome that you take the time to provide these sorts of how-tos for riders that need it, Del. I like to encourage others to just try... because while certainly you can save a lot of money on many tasks, it's also a matter of taking pride in doing the work yourself, and making sure the work is done properly to your own high standards.
You're right Don, taking the trouble to make a few basic adjustments and repairs to you bike can expand and improve the pride of ownership and bring a lo more enjoyment to riding.. knowing your bike is well take care of is a peace of mind in itself.. Thanks for your kind support mate, and keep safe.. Del.
I keep videos like this one in my favourites so I can rewatch if I'm going to do some work on the bike. big savings over dealership prices when you can do wee bits n bobs yourself, n videos like this just show you how easy it is
Thanks Alan, that's the point, some of these jobs are really straight forward, and it's purely the fear of the unknown that keeps many people from taking care of their own basic repairs.
Thanks for the video! I’m one of those “new guys” just got an 03 virago a few months ago and looking to do most of maintenance work by learning from videos like these. I really do appreciate it :)
Welcome aboard Adam, and thank you for your support.. never be afraid to ask, there is always someone out there in Internet land who can help..
Thank you for the video! Even we have learned this many years ago, it was worth to look the movie. By the way, when i drove my Honda CB500 Four forthy years ago, I helped to a Suzuki GT500 driver with my set of steel wires and screwable nipples to repair his bowden cable.
Great job 👍 Sure, it’s a basic thing, but your method and explanation was succinct, and easily understood by anyone who has even the slightest understanding of things mechanical. Perfect 👍😎
Awesome, thank you for such kind feedback my friend.
couldn’t stress this enough, if you own a bike, get the shop manual for it. Once you’ve reviewed the steps that the manual prescribes, the RUclips videos make 1000% more sense and will stop you from the pit falls that all bikes are adjusted the same. I can’t say that I had any luck with any of the slinky glide products though. The throttle cables literally wouldn’t glide (ironically enough) and the clutch cable was inexplicably 30 mm too short. Had to clean and lube the old throttle cables and sourced a new OEM cable when I did this job.
More than anything though, it’s great to provide people with the drive and interest for doing these jobs themselves! 👍
Yeah, you're right buddy, the service manual is your Bible, even if you're isn't laid out with step by step guides and instruction, then at least it will still have all the correct settings, tolerances and specifications.. and setting things up right is half the battle. Take care and have a great week.. D&Px
Thank you so much DelBoy! I have a 2018 T120 so the procedure was slightly different, but as a complete amateur your guidance was so helpful!
You're welcome Sebastian, and thank you for your kind feedback.
Simple skills and back to basics👍. Great video Del for new and older riders, always something to learn or relearn!
Glad you enjoyed it Jeff, simple enough and a good money saver.
I’ve changed a few clutch cables over the years but I still wanted to watch so to support your channel plus you never know what else you may learn when keeping open mind… low and behold that tip about rotating the hand adjuster to the back is fab! Cheers!
Most welcome mate, glad that was able to help you.. have a good week and keep safe.
Thank you for this instructional video. As mentioned by Twin Phill I too lack some skills and confidence in these matters, your videos encourages me to do these jobs. Working on my bike is also rewarding , Thank you !
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for your kind feedback.
@@Moonfleet41 Hello, thanks for your replay. I wanted to ask if you would know where I can buy/order (I am in Canada longer than the std clutch and brakes cables for T120. The reason is that I would like to add raisers and the std ones are too short. Hope this is ok with you in case you can point me to some vendors.
Lesson learned yesterday started my 600 and was checking a repair on my exhaust.
All fine I set off bike was not pulling right but not that bad as I could only do 30 anyway.
On way home it felt jumpy then was reviving at 2.5 not my normal tick over of 1.5.
I had a similar problem years ago on my 250 that time it was the cluth plates.
I thought this is all I need as I no longer have anywhere in doors to work on it.
Got the bike onto my front garden then noticed the problem.
I didnt push the choke all the way back doh!
I'm 61 been riding since 16 years old.
So your never to old to cock things up.
ha ha I'm so glad you told us that because at 56 I still do stupid things like that! It's kinda funny as long as your friends don't see as you'll never hear the end of it! Keep smiling and have a good week mate.
@@Moonfleet41 lol and you both
Yip, cheers D&P 👍 I've only got push bike and car at the moment but being able to replace cables and basic stuff like handlebars and tape, saddle adjusts, brake align and that sort of thing will save loads of money and give you a sense of satisfaction and confidence too. Recently serviced my headset and freehub bearings too which was a bit scary, but I see how it works now and won't drop 50 tiny bearing balls all over the garage floor again 🤭 I had new ones to put in so no harm. 🙃🥳
Ha ha... and so we learn from those awesome mistakes.. those "Dammit" moments we'll never do again.."The School or experience" best school every aye, ! thanks for your support buddy and have a good week.
@@Moonfleet41 cheers Del, you too boss. 😁🍺
Easy to do ! Thanks for given us “juniors” the confidence to do so !😊
You are so welcome!
Appreciate you making this, never done it but wanted a quick " how to"
Perfect explained and executed, thankyou !!🙂
You're welcome Martin.
I appreciate your detailed videos. with 50 K mikes things are needing to be replaced. Clutch cable broke and I now can fix it. Hardest part was finding one in the USA, so I ordered a spare.
Harley Davidson Charge $115.00 per hour now. And I seen a video before on your channel on how to change a clutch cable and it helped me. Love Penny's Decoration on motorcycle bar. Penny and You Del Ride Safely and Stay Safe.
Thanks Paul, good to know that we're both getting equally fleeced, seems they just unified their labour charges with main dealer car brands now... just thankful we can do small jobs at home and save the worst of it aye... Have a great weekend buddy and keep everyone safe too.. . D&Pxx
My cable just ripped, watching this helped me understand a lot
Hi Dell, thanks for the educational video. Even though many viewers will probably know how to replace a clutch cable, it is always very useful to have the procedure explained in detail once again by a specialist such as yourself. Example: position the slots in the adjuster on the the handlebar away from the weather. A good point! You learn something every day. Keep up the good work, glad to see you back on the job. Greetings from Holland.
Thank you so much Frank, im glad to be back in tge garage making content again.. and im glad you enjoyed the videos, simple tasks we can do at home aye.. Be safe and keep well.. Del.
I have a '94 Kawa Eliminator and in my way to remove the carb for some adjustments and cleaning, I had to move the clutch cable.
I thought I broke it and I will not be able to put it back (Panic!). After you're video, I just thank u and subscribe 😅
Glad it was helpful, thank you very much for the sub, it's appreciated!
This is an amazing for a guy like me who has zero mechanical knowledge. Thank you.
Glad it helped Shaun!
I’ve changed lots of cables but I’d never assume I know all the tricks. U always seem to have some way of making things just a bit easier or cleaner.
Cool, thanks buddy, appreciate your feedback.
Always the place to go to find simple yet top advice for small tasks on my Bonnie! Thanks again!
You are so welcome!
Nice and clear instruction, Del.
Let's hope there aren't any keyboard engineers watching. lol
Oh there always is Tim, where do you think they learn from..!
Doesn’t hurt take 101 refresher course!! One thing I didn’t think of is lining up cable slot screw opposite direction… good point there!! 👍🤙
Sure thing buddy, glad it helped, it's the little things that can give long term benefits!
I'm not a young man. 🙂 (63 years) and I just learned how to put my cable on Thank you, my good man.
Most welcome Sir, glad we could be of help!
Collapse the adjustments… couldn’t have said it better!… Another great video, Sir! Thanks
Thank you Andre. Glad you enjoyed it !
Your videos are great and have helped me a lot. Thank you so much.
You're very welcome!
I own a 2020 Bonneville Speedmaster that I put over 57,000 miles on and prior to watching this video, I had no idea how to change my clutch cable, so thank you for showing us!
Thank you for the great video. I’m changing my 14.5 years old clutch cable this week. OEM all the way for my Triumph.
Good luck!
Easy, but you already new that!
Hey Del- you talked me through this, and I was able to replace the clutch cable on my Scrambler 1200 XE! I’m very pleased 😊
Glad I could help!
@ THANK YOU!
I replaced my Bonneville clutch cable myself with a Slinky Glide after your previous video and I can't speak highly enough of them. Very light and smooth compared to the gnarly old cable. A good lesson well delivered Del! Thanks.
Thanks mate, there's nothing like the instant improvement of a fresh new cable aye.. Have a great week and keep safe mate...
Top video, always worth brushing up on these skills. Throttle cable replacement is always a struggle for me, get there in the end, but never easy ( when it should be!)
Thanks
Yeah, you're right, throttle cable are a lot more fiddly... All things get easy with practice though aye mate, at least you take the job on and don't pay through the nose for someone else to do it.!
I like these basic videos thanks mate
Thank you for a very clear informative instructional video👍👍
You are welcome, we're glad it's helpful to you mate!
Nice vid mate. Everyday is a learning day and coming from a car mechanic back ground onto a motorbike one, I've learnt something new myself. Keep well mate.😎👍🏍
Great to hear Nick, really appreciate the feedback mate.
Please, please, we need more videos like these! Thank you!
Good step by step vid to help others. Nice one Del.
Thanks 👍
Another great video Del... Very well explained. Nice job brother.
Thank you Brother. Glad you enjoyed it, simple little task..
Excellent tutorial Del 👍
Excellent as always Del. And you are absolutely right, I know that the dealers are there to make a profit however outright taking people to the cleaners just isn't right.
Yeah, you're right, It's a hard debate buddy, they have a right to a living, and a qualified technician commands a healthy salary, then of course all the other overheads... no quibble with the level of dealer bills, they're all perfectly explainable, but with really simple tasks like this, you can side step some hefty bills for a little time and effort yourself..!
Oh . ... a Manual clutch cable . Nicely explained . ☕
Spot on, excellent! Thnx 🙂
You are so welcome
Great vid Del, thank you. Very very tempted to buy something like this so I can do some work myself, bit of maintenance etc. My latest bikes have wiring looms that stretch from here to Scotland! Really enjoy seeing how things are done. Thanks again 👍🏻
Isn't that the truth Chris, newer style bikes are getting way more complicated and baffling to fix, you'd almost say that the factories are doing it deliberately aye.. !
Del, any advice on where to source a cable for an aprilia tuono 125? Cant find any specific.... Any universal ones you recommend?
Back to basics , great video and exactly what your channel has always stood for !
Peace and love to you both 👍🏻☮❤
Thanks buddy, seemed like time for a little simple skills again.. Hope you're all keeping safe and well.. D&Pxx
Forgot to mention. I went to a dealership in Bromley and they charged me £130 + vat! Looked online and you can buy throttle cables for as cheap as £18 for a RE interceptor OEM!!! Always taking from the small guy. I think next time I'm going to have a go myself. Cheers del, all the best 👌
Yeah, that's mad money aye, sadly it's no robbery, running a bike dealership is never ending outlay and technicians command a decent salary (which is as it should be).. but for simple little jobs, we sometimes don't need them and can manage these little things at home. !
Spot on as always Dell & Penny, if i ever strike it rich i think im going to make a large donation and buy you your own bike shop/ dealership just so i can come learn from you :) thanks for the 10 years of vids 😀
Thank Nicky, how cool would that be, id have to make you a partner and you could run a wheelie school out the back..! and yeah, ten years + now, how time flies.. Thanks buddy.
@@Moonfleet41 ahaha deal! 😆 worlds worst wheelie school but would make an excellent youve been framed YT channel 😉 time flys my friend but your providing countless people and generations of people the tools to do home diy and learn and understand more about thier motorcycle. Your providing a service which is awesome
Very engaging to watch Dell as always.
Yes a person watching can use their mobile phone to take a photo for future reference. You just never know you may just get cut short and have to leave it for another day because of some eventuality!
Ah the mobile camera, can save a million heartaches for sure! Hope you're keeping well and having a good week there, D&Px
Thanks for showing the right procedure. Lucky me hasn't had to change the clutch cable for ages ;-)
Cheers from Nürnberg/Germany, Günter
You're welcome sir, im glad you enjoyed it.
Great work Del.. it was the simple DIYs (and not so simple ones) that brought me here originally. Keep well.
Thank you so much Brendan, we really appreciate your kind long term support.. have a great week buddy, and keep safe.
Excellent video yet again. Love this down to earth videoing and its helps those in need. You truly are a credit to the biking fraternity del. Hope you are well 🙏 😊
Thank you so much buddy, you're too kind... just doing what we all do, spreading a little basic insight in case it can help a fellow rider.. Thank you for your support in so many ways buddy.. !
In my experience cheap clutch cables been always snapping, 3 of them, so now I'm sticking to OEM staff, never ever had a problem. Funny enough it's been snapping on all of my 3 bikes . Don't go cheap on your bike and it's not going to go cheap on you.
Superb, Del… this is how you both built this massive community you have here!
Hope the two of you are feeling stronger every day after everything you’ve gone through! 🏍👍🏍
Thank you Gary. Yes we are! and you're right, this kind of videos is indeed right where we started just over 10 years ago.. got another one coming in Friday, this time on a Harley..! Have a good week and keep safe both of you. D&Pxx
@@Moonfleet41 glad to hear it! And good news re the next Harley vid. I’m still mystified about how to remove my fuel regulator from my FLSTFI! It looks like the mechanicals were born in the tank… seriously stymied as to how to get it out. 🙃. Have a great week, both of you. Pretty steamy here. 😎
@@garya3056 The only two times i have dropped the tank pump assemblies out is on a Sporty and a Road Glide.. yours most likely lifts out the top like all big twins, the lower half of the internal assembly is hinged, and you need a small screw driver to unlatch it, and then it folds out straight from it's 'dogleg' position, and can be withdrawn.. sadly this was before i make videos... but this link may help you buddy..!? ruclips.net/video/a4gJuZG8wtM/видео.html
@@Moonfleet41 man oh man so that’s it! Holy crap I’m an idiot. Now to go poke around in there again. Thanks for the vid, Del. Much obliged… !
@@garya3056 Ha ha,.. Eureka moment.! Good luck buddy.
Sincerely, thank you 🙏🏻 for this video.
You are so welcome!
always good to see jobs on all your bikes, drive save penny..👍
Good job
Thanks Gerard,👍 Glad you enjoyed it.
I'm a beginner and mines snapped while riding. So depressing. But it seems easy to replace. Thanks for the video 👍
Most welcome, good luck with it!
@@Moonfleet41 I also have a fork seal leaking. Not as simple
One question...what tools do I need to replace myself
nice video brother, just in time for me since i need to replace my clutch cable !! penny's bike looks awesome !!!! stay safe guys cheers from new york!!!!
Hey Renzo, Great to hear from yo as always, and thank you for your kind words, Hope the cable swap goes ok, it's simple enough aye.. Have a great week and keep safe. D&Px
Great to see another simple skills video, Del... very well explained and filmed. Thanks for sharing, team DBG. Take it easy - ride safe!
Glad you enjoyed it John and thanks for the feedback! Have a great week, D&Px
Great stuff, you two!!
hey Allen, good to hear from you, hope you're having a good week..
Just got a grom clone for $400 and the main issue is the clutch cable is messed up. I think it’s already improperly routed because the seller said it was the cable that came with the bike and lot of slack.
Pretty sure the cable is broken. Official cable is like $60 which is crazy for a clone bike. But I found some for about $10.
I mainly ride an automatic moped but wanted to learn shifting without breaking the bank. Definitely going to fix the bike a little bit paycheck by paycheck.
One of the main weaknesses of Chinese clone bikes is things like horribly cheap controls and imprecise adjustability, so spending a little money on quality Japanese parts to upgrade it is well worth it and will enhance the experience for you... have fun!
The reason I started watching this channel. 🎼Savin you money so com’on let’s go.......Delboys Garage🎵🎼
Ha ha, Thank you Brother, it's been a long time aye.!
Hi Del nice sitting in your class today mate Its good to relearn old skills As always you are a good teacher as we are all not mechanics but willing to give the simple jobs a go
Thanks Dean 👍, that's the intention, just to spread a little basic love that some people can pick up and use!
Great video Del, thanks for sharing. Appreciated.
Most welcome Shaun, thanks for the feedback mate. Glad you enjoyed it.
Nice simple explanation
Thank you so much 🙂
Great vid Del, its been a while since we have seen Pennys bike....excellent vid
Thanks Dave. 👍 it's on the road and being enjoyed now days, so it only comes in for periodic servicing and any little upgrades.. Thanks for your support buddy.
Turn that thing into a flat tracker :)
It's Penny's Bike, I doubt that She's into that kind of riding.
Well you don't know, my eldest is into trials bikes. She loves it!!!
It never hurts to brush up
Cheers del nice basic stuff a like to see nice to see penny’s triumph
Once again really enjoyed all the content on that bike cheers mark
Hope your keeping well 🇬🇧🍺👍🏻
Thanks Mark, yeah we've done a lot with this Triumph over the years, it's the most well kept bike we've ever had.. Glad you enjoyed the video mate.
Well done, mate. Thanks for the content.
My pleasure!
Great stuff, thinking in terms of new riders, perhaps a video about how to adjust and lube\clean a chain would be useful for them.
Thanks mate.. i made a video on that over 10 years ago and it's always been popular, still gets watched today.... it may be time for an update and do it again, so yeah, ill fit it in soon.. Here's a link to the old one.!
ruclips.net/video/zb1isb3yCAQ/видео.html
Nice job Del
You guys keep safe over there
Nick Australia
Hey Nick, How's it going mate.. hope life is good and you're all keeping safe over there..! enjoy your weekend mate.. D&Pxx
Thanks!! Gracias!!
Hi 👋 please help 🙏..I have truxton 2011 year 20000km. My speedometer started losing connection fom time to time and when I turn steering to the right side then its working,so I taken out head lamp and check all connectors and whirring and everything looks fine, but when i moved whirring in front corner of fuel tank than speedometer started to work, then I opend whirring (40 cm from lamp) and could not find broken whirring or rust,but from that moment I opened wires speedometer stopped working and don't have any readings on it..did you have any problems like that? Please help 🙏 😢 don't know where to start ? I would really appreciate some advice from you Del. Love your videos..Thanks and greetings from Norway .
the one thing i will say about your video's is i alway's learn something new .and for that i say thank you
Thank you Tom, I appreciate that and really glad they can help you.
Perfect example. Thank's
Great video Del, even though some may know the procedure, it is nice to watch and it is always prudent to review what you known adjust accordingly. Cheers!
Thanks mate👍, glad you approve.
Great and simple instructions as always ,I loved the engine guard have you done a vid on fitting one of those and also where you get them from.
Hi Norman, thank you for your kind words, I actually made that engine guard from scratch myself using sheet metal and welded the frame in behind it... there is an early video series on it in the Triumph Scrambler Playlist on the Channel... you can buy them and they're easy to fit, but they don't come right up the front of the engine in that way!
Nice little video that buddy. Very useful 👍
Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it !
Great simple skills video Del, especially for a Triumph rider! The only question that came to my mind was when should a clutch cable be replaced?
Hi Wayne, a clutch cable does a lot of work, and will wear over time, so if you ever see a stray wire that's broken away from the end, that will make it weaker, or when it gets stiff and notchy.. they're consumable like tyres and brake pads, just a bit less often.. so keep an eye on them buddy.
@@Moonfleet41 Thanks Del, I'll keep an eye out for sure. After watching the video last night my wife commented on how likeable you are, all the best to you and Penny.
@@waynevowell9732 Thank you so much Wayne, im glad you both enjoyed the video, it makes us proud when you know they're appreciated.
and there you go the man cant make it any easier atb m8 iain
Great Video Del penny will be pleased 👏👏👌🏻👍✊
Very helpful. 🫡👍🏻