Clutch Wire

A clutch cable is used to transmit clutch pedal movement to the clutch fork by means of a simple mechanical arrangement. It activates the clutch.

Functions of Clutch Cable/Wire
The main function of the clutch cable/wire is to connect the clutch pedal directly to the clutch release fork.

Materials used for making Clutch Wire/Cable
The materials used for making clutch cable should be strong, light in weight and durable. Some of the most commonly used materials are:

• Stainless Steel
• Aluminum

Maintenance of Clutch Cable/Wire

• At every 500 miles the clutch cables should be checked.
• It should be lubricated and adjusted at every 5000 miles.
• When the clutch would not pull easily the clutch and slip under load, the adjustment should be checked.
• In extreme cases of wear, they have to be replaced.