F800GS Clutch lever replacemnent advice

riisor · 07-12-2010, 08:33 PM

Argh! only 3 days old and I dropped my bike. I need to replace the clutch lever. Should I simply replace it with factory unit or is there a preferred aftermarket replacement? Is this repair simple for a newbie cheeze like me (my fathers a radio repair man --he 's got an excellent set of tools!)

regards

riisor

Barnacle · 07-12-2010, 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by riisor

Argh! only 3 days old and I dropped my bike. I need to replace the clutch lever. Should I simply replace it with factory unit or is there a preferred aftermarket replacement? Is this repair simple for a newbie cheeze like me (my fathers a radio repair man --he 's got an excellent set of tools!)

I think you want a set of these:

http://www.wunderlichamerica.com/mot...ever_F800.html

Two finger bliss! And that's what she said.....

ovenking · 07-12-2010, 09:22 PM

Also check out Pazzo levers. Cheaper than the Wunderlichs, but then again they do not adjust for length, just for reach.

They make long and short versions. I personally always use two fingers on both levers and have the Pazzo shorties, and they are a huge improvement over the stock levers.

You should be able to pick up a set or single lever directly from them or from a dealer (which I did for less than MSRP), plus you get to customise your colours.

As for replacement of the clutch lever, it's really simple. The only tool you'll really need is a screwdriver to remove a single bolt on the clutch housing, and the rest is easy peasy.

TireIron · 07-12-2010, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Barnacle

I think you want a set of these:

http://www.wunderlichamerica.com/mot...ever_F800.html

Two finger bliss! And that's what she said.....

+1 I just installed a set of Vario levers. Very easy install and adjust for reach and length. Has made shifting and breaking more ergonomically correct for me. They are spendy; make sure you get a set of bark busters or similar for protection.

Motoriley · 07-13-2010, 05:47 AM

Hopefully the new lever will make it easier on Mr. Hand....
No advice just liked the movie reference in your post. Saw that flick a million times as a youth....

Quote:

Originally Posted by riisor

Argh! only 3 days old and I dropped my bike. I need to replace the clutch lever. Should I simply replace it with factory unit or is there a preferred aftermarket replacement? Is this repair simple for a newbie cheeze like me (my fathers a radio repair man --he 's got an excellent set of tools!)

regards

riisor

Willwork4F800GS · 07-13-2010, 06:58 AM

Had the same thing happen on my third day with the GS, called BMW to see how much they wanted for a clutch lever.... $80.00 USD!?!?

Went into the garage and smoked a butt while filing the edge down, I will probably investigate the Wunderlich lever's at a later date (currently have some other farkle qued for purchase)... I have their 800GS tank bag which is extremely well built and designed. Don't think you could go wrong with the Wunderlich levers.

replicant · 07-13-2010, 07:49 AM

Same thing happened to me. Tipped over in the first week, broke 1" off the clutch lever. Ended up riding with it for 4 months while shopping around. The aftermarket stuff is basically as expensive as OEM, and since I didn't want short levers or to replace both levers I shelled out for the OEM replacement.

Waino · 07-13-2010, 07:52 PM

My 2 cents is to put a set of Barkbusters at the top of your farkle list. They protect your levers and a whole lot else. Worth every penny.

KnuckC · 07-13-2010, 08:07 PM

Originally posted by TireIron:

Quote:

+1 I just installed a set of Vario levers. Very easy install and adjust for reach and length. Has made shifting and breaking more ergonomically correct for me. They are spendy; make sure you get a set of bark busters or similar for protection.

+2 I agree with everything he said. Better control. Put one on brake as well and definitely get hand guards.

Bayner · 07-14-2010, 09:44 AM

I also have the vario levers. I like them, but if you are happy with the stock lever, just sand the paint off and have the knob welded back on. I can't believe that would cost much, especially if you've done the prep work. If you broke it at the perch, well, sorry to hear that.

GrommettAZ · 07-14-2010, 09:29 PM

Wunderlich has instructions for their lever installation online...just follow that...piece of cake. I keep stock because a single stock replacement is half the cost of a set of new levers. TTech handguards offer no protection to the lever...have broken two levers with those on.

Herr Bae M. Vae · 10-04-2012, 01:55 PM

...and of course there's the old trick of loosening the brake and clutch perches slightly so that in the event of a crash they rotate on the bars instead of breaking. And of course you should have some hand guards to avoid breaking levers...and fingers.

whitham_wannabe · 10-05-2012, 10:30 AM

+1 on Pazzos and handguards.

I have had my shorty Pazzos on for about three years, and absolutely love them. They were still too long for me, so I moved the perches inboard an inch or two too.

But don't mention Wunderlich to me right now ....

motosickle2000 · 10-05-2012, 02:32 PM

Or - if you are on a budget: http://www.ebay.com/itm/the2wheels-Adjustable-Brake-Clutch-CNC-Levers-BMW-F800GS-2008-2012-/280877310781?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item416597a33d

This is $31 shipped for a clutch and brake lever set - hard to beat. I have a set on my Triumph 800XC and they are very high quality and work great. Plus - you can get them in any color combination.

Nictrolis · 10-11-2012, 08:44 AM

Sweet - I was looking at this a while back, they said they didn't have one that fit for the brake lever. Or clutch... I forget which. Seems strange, I wouldn't think they'd be different... but anyway, looks like they do both now, that's cool.

07-12-2010, 08:33 PM	#1
riisor ^OP n00b Joined: Jun 2010 Oddometer: 8	F800GS Clutch lever replacemnent advice Argh! only 3 days old and I dropped my bike. I need to replace the clutch lever. Should I simply replace it with factory unit or is there a preferred aftermarket replacement? Is this repair simple for a newbie cheeze like me (my fathers a radio repair man --he 's got an excellent set of tools!) regards riisor

10-05-2012, 10:30 AM	#13
whitham_wannabe Studly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2008 Location: Mukilteo, WA Oddometer: 805	+1 on Pazzos and handguards. I have had my shorty Pazzos on for about three years, and absolutely love them. They were still too long for me, so I moved the perches inboard an inch or two too. But don't mention Wunderlich to me right now .... __________________ From a WW1 RAF Flight Manual ... "If a crash at the home airfield is inevitable, try to hit something soft and, preferably, inexpensive" Travels With Bruce : More Travels With Bruce

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07-12-2010, 09:22 PM	#3
ovenking Unfloppable Joined: Mar 2009 Location: T Dot Oddometer: 38	Also check out Pazzo levers. Cheaper than the Wunderlichs, but then again they do not adjust for length, just for reach. They make long and short versions. I personally always use two fingers on both levers and have the Pazzo shorties, and they are a huge improvement over the stock levers. You should be able to pick up a set or single lever directly from them or from a dealer (which I did for less than MSRP), plus you get to customise your colours. As for replacement of the clutch lever, it's really simple. The only tool you'll really need is a screwdriver to remove a single bolt on the clutch housing, and the rest is easy peasy.

07-13-2010, 06:58 AM	#6
Willwork4F800GS Adventurer Joined: Jun 2010 Oddometer: 10	Had the same thing happen on my third day with the GS, called BMW to see how much they wanted for a clutch lever.... $80.00 USD!?!? Went into the garage and smoked a butt while filing the edge down, I will probably investigate the Wunderlich lever's at a later date (currently have some other farkle qued for purchase)... I have their 800GS tank bag which is extremely well built and designed. Don't think you could go wrong with the Wunderlich levers.

07-13-2010, 07:49 AM	#7
replicant consummate n00b Joined: Oct 2009 Location: SF Bay Area Oddometer: 96	Same thing happened to me. Tipped over in the first week, broke 1" off the clutch lever. Ended up riding with it for 4 months while shopping around. The aftermarket stuff is basically as expensive as OEM, and since I didn't want short levers or to replace both levers I shelled out for the OEM replacement.

07-13-2010, 07:52 PM	#8
Waino Adventurer Joined: Jun 2009 Location: Seattle Oddometer: 51	My 2 cents is to put a set of Barkbusters at the top of your farkle list. They protect your levers and a whole lot else. Worth every penny.

07-14-2010, 09:44 AM	#10
Bayner Beastly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Penticton, BC Oddometer: 1,245	I also have the vario levers. I like them, but if you are happy with the stock lever, just sand the paint off and have the knob welded back on. I can't believe that would cost much, especially if you've done the prep work. If you broke it at the perch, well, sorry to hear that.

07-14-2010, 09:29 PM	#11
GrommettAZ Adventurer Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Phoenix, AZ Oddometer: 61	Wunderlich has instructions for their lever installation online...just follow that...piece of cake. I keep stock because a single stock replacement is half the cost of a set of new levers. TTech handguards offer no protection to the lever...have broken two levers with those on.

10-04-2012, 01:55 PM	#12
Herr Bae M. Vae Insurgent Squirrel Joined: Oct 2012 Location: NorCal Oddometer: 18	...and of course there's the old trick of loosening the brake and clutch perches slightly so that in the event of a crash they rotate on the bars instead of breaking. And of course you should have some hand guards to avoid breaking levers...and fingers.

10-05-2012, 02:32 PM	#14
motosickle2000 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2005 Oddometer: 173	Or - if you are on a budget: http://www.ebay.com/itm/the2wheels-Adjustable-Brake-Clutch-CNC-Levers-BMW-F800GS-2008-2012-/280877310781?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item416597a33d This is $31 shipped for a clutch and brake lever set - hard to beat. I have a set on my Triumph 800XC and they are very high quality and work great. Plus - you can get them in any color combination.

10-11-2012, 08:44 AM	#15
Nictrolis Gnarly Adventurer Joined: May 2010 Location: Dedham, MA Oddometer: 202	Sweet - I was looking at this a while back, they said they didn't have one that fit for the brake lever. Or clutch... I forget which. Seems strange, I wouldn't think they'd be different... but anyway, looks like they do both now, that's cool.