I want adjustable clutch & brake levers: Difference between revisions

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If you can't find a good hand position via the [[Adjusting the clutch cable|clutch cable adjusters]], then you can replace the perch and lever with an adjustable model. The easiest way is to stay with Kawasaki parts. You can install one from an EX500. There are no drawbacks to this modification.

For the EX500 lever to work you will need an entire clutch lever assembly, available from Ron Ayers, Bike Bandit, or your dealer. You can also check for used ones on eBay. Part # is 46076-1165. This is a very common part, and comes stock on a variety of Kawasaki bikes. You have to [[Removing & replacing bar ends|remove the bar end]] and [[I want to get some new grips|hand grip]] to remove the EX250 assembly, by sliding it off, unless you decide to break it. The EX500 doesn't need to be slid over the end; it clamps on.

For the EX500 lever to work you will need an entire clutch lever assembly, available from Ron Ayers, Bike Bandit, or your dealer. You can also check for used ones on eBay. Part number is 46076-1165. This is a very common part, and comes stock on a variety of Kawasaki bikes. You have to [[Removing & replacing bar ends|remove the bar end]] and [[I want to get some new grips|hand grip]] to remove the EX250 assembly, by sliding it off, unless you decide to break it. The EX500 doesn't need to be slid over the end; it clamps on.

According to Ron Ayers, Kawasaki put #46076-1165 on these bikes:

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Below is the clutch perch and lever from an EX500.

[[Image:clutch lever EX500.jpg|200px]]

====Brake====

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 If you can't find a good hand position via the [[Adjusting the clutch cable|clutch cable adjusters]], then you can replace the perch and lever with an adjustable model. The easiest way is to stay with Kawasaki parts. You can install one from an EX500. There are no drawbacks to this modification.
-For the EX500 lever to work you will need an entire clutch lever assembly, available from Ron Ayers, Bike Bandit, or your dealer. You can also check for used ones on eBay. Part # is 46076-1165. This is a very common part, and comes stock on a variety of Kawasaki bikes. You have to [[Removing & replacing bar ends|remove the bar end]] and [[I want to get some new grips|hand grip]] to remove the EX250 assembly, by sliding it off, unless you decide to break it. The EX500 doesn't need to be slid over the end; it clamps on.
+For the EX500 lever to work you will need an entire clutch lever assembly, available from Ron Ayers, Bike Bandit, or your dealer. You can also check for used ones on eBay. Part number is 46076-1165. This is a very common part, and comes stock on a variety of Kawasaki bikes. You have to [[Removing & replacing bar ends|remove the bar end]] and [[I want to get some new grips|hand grip]] to remove the EX250 assembly, by sliding it off, unless you decide to break it. The EX500 doesn't need to be slid over the end; it clamps on.
 According to Ron Ayers, Kawasaki put #46076-1165 on these bikes:
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 Below is the clutch perch and lever from an EX500.
 [[Image:clutch lever EX500.jpg|200px]]
 ====Brake====