Torque or how tight on clutch springs?

[Bjoj2003]

Hello, I'm on restoring 1978 t140e. Wow, what a project!

Anyway, please help. I am reassembling the clutch plates and cover. I need to know how tight or torque for the three clutch springs. I can't find the specs in the shop manual. Please help.

Thanks.

Ps. Might also a word of advice on restoring a bike. Looooooog project!

 

[DaveM]

Well I am sure you will find a lot of help with this as we have a few other members that have gone through the restoration of this bike

 

[gumpt1oo]

There is no actual torque spec for the clutch springs, but it is important that they are adjusted so that the clutch does not wobble. Have a look at this video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHnTGHIP4b0

[video=youtube;QHnTGHIP4b0]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHnTGHIP4b0[/video]

 

[otherwise]

I've watched a few of his clips and I'd say if you follow what he does you won't go far wrong. I like the old-world make your own gaskets, the old springs will do for a bit longer stuff.

 

[CarlS]

That is a good video.

 

[grandpaul]

Righty-O. Each bike will be slightly different. Too bad on '69 and later, you need to re-install the primary cover after each attempt to re-adjust the clutch, if you don't happen to get it right. There are too many variables (clutch plate wear, clutch spring strength) that you cannot specify a specific number of turns, or number of visible threads, etc. to know for sure that the adjustment will be not too tight and not too loose.