Venhill Clutch Cables (2011)

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The replacement sent by VenhillDirect here in the US fits properly. GREAT communication and response from Chris, made sure he identified the problem accurately, had a proper replacement in my hands ASAP. A champion in customer service! :)

Here's the replacement, fits as it should:
Venhill Clutch Cables (2011)
 
Installed my cable today, the fit could be much better....on the handlebar end they used a too small barrel with an adapter, the stock barrel fits the lever better (concours has a photo of the two side by side on pg. 2 of this thread) but the cable did fit the adjuster at least. The tip on the gearbox end was too big, had to do a good bit of filing to get it to pass through the gearbox hole. The cable action does feel smoother.
 
None of you guys have mentioned inner length verus outer length...that is free length...

It seems a standard Commando has 2" free length...needed a cable so just bought a '71 on cable....but with after market clutch lever the inner is too short, like 2" too short.

Is ther another stock cable out there that will accomodate this?, maybe Atlas? outer length is fine.

Steve
 
Pretty sure Venhill will make to order, not as expensive as you might think, either.
 
SteveA said:
None of you guys have mentioned inner length verus outer length...that is free length...

It seems a standard Commando has 2" free length...needed a cable so just bought a '71 on cable....but with after market clutch lever the inner is too short, like 2" too short.

Is there another stock cable out there that will accommodate this?, maybe Atlas? outer length is fine.

Steve
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Venhill USA also sells a universal clutch cable kit so you could make you own (or modify your new one to suit), there is some good info on how to do it right at http://www.accessnorton.com/cleaning-cables-soldering-nipples-t13394.html
Good to know how in any case, you can shorten and repair a broken cable (assuming the break is near the end) until you can get a new one

Venhill Clutch Cables (2011)
 
Got a Venhill cable today and noticed the barrel is a bit smaller than the standard cable. Looks strange and too much play.
Has anyone else noticed this? See attached photos vs stock cable in the first image.
 

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elefantrider said:
Got a Venhill cable today and noticed the barrel is a bit smaller than the standard cable. Looks strange and too much play.
Has anyone else noticed this? See attached photos vs stock cable in the first image.
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Looks normal for an 'alloy lever' Venhill cable.
 
pete.v said:
Venhill cable are as top notch. Their reputation depends on the fact that this is their speciality. Clutch, throttle, speedo, tach and more......all great stuff.

Shipping is super fast to US.

Even though they are lined, they still suggest lubing with 3 in 1 oil.
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Not really.
Here is their info from their FAQ section of the current site

Do I need to lubricate Venhill's Featherlight control cables?
No. All our control cables are Teflon lined, and do not need any form of lubrication. Copper grease can be used on cable nipples if required.

New Featherlight cables do not need lubrication. The stainless wire runs smoothly in the Teflon liner. Lubrication will not improve performance or feel. By lubricating you run the risk of clogging the cable and allowing dirt to stick to the surfaces.

Beyond this there are two issues:

  • How do you clean it? This is particularly relevant for dirt bikes. We recommend using WD 40 or a very light oil such as 3 in 1. This effectively washes away dirt from the cable, without clogging it.
  • Many customers insist on lubricating cables, we would say you don’t have to but if you must, use a very light oil such as 3 in 1.
 
A few years ago I bought a Venhill cable kit (enough to do a fair few cables)
One point worth recognising is the need to "birdcage" the cable inside the nipple, particularly for brake and clutch applications.
Spreading the wires in this manner and soldering them in place significantly adds the the security (and safety) of the cable. Who wants a nipple to pull off in an emergency?
If you're not aware of this and want more info - let me know.
Cheers
Rob
 
robs ss said:
A few years ago I bought a Venhill cable kit (enough to do a fair few cables)
One point worth recognising is the need to "birdcage" the cable inside the nipple, particularly for brake and clutch applications.
Spreading the wires in this manner and soldering them in place significantly adds the the security (and safety) of the cable. Who wants a nipple to pull off in an emergency?
If you're not aware of this and want more info - let me know.
Cheers
Rob
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Right on, Rob, ..... one further point is that the cable is stainless, thus to solder the birdcage requires the proper flux.

Venhill will make one to your specifications. They have a form on their website to spec out the length, nipples, and adjusters.

Slick
 
The Venhill kits don't use stainless cable as it's too difficult for the average joe to silver solder.
The kits do use the Teflon liner but the cable is standard fare galvanized steel.

Glen
 
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