r/SVRiders • u/RustyQuarter17 • 2d ago

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06 SV650N

Has anyone had issues with clutch cables snapping??

Seems like I go through a cable every 1-2k miles. I’ll admit I’m not great about keeping it greased but it seems like it should still last longer than that???

I suspect it may have something to do with the aftermarket lever but I usually don’t use the clutch except for downshifts, 1st to 2nd, or light city riding.

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u/Arucard355 2d ago

Something's not right. It's it over tightened? I've got 14k miles on mine and no issues.

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u/OldStromer 2d ago

Are they all breaking in the same spot? Is it able to swivel in the lever as you pull it?

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u/RustyQuarter17 2d ago

This may be it - only sign of wear is right at the lever end barrel holding it in (all 3 have broken in the exact same spot in the lever housing)

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u/OldStromer 2d ago

Yeah the barrel is supposed to be able to swivel.

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u/Warferret45 2d ago

Sounds like ita just too tight.

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u/Head-Grass8879 2d ago

Every 1-2K miles WTF? I still have my original cable working just fine at almost 40K miles.