I/S: How to get the lower clamshell away from the handlebars on an I/S

[99ISrdr]

Had a suggestion from a previous post to ask the I/S riders this. For you I/S guys, I'm trying to get to the starter switch. Obviously on the I/S the throttle cables run down through the lower clamshell not allowing enough access to the starter switch. Before messing with the handlebars....will sliding the bars over to the left give me the room to remove the cables, or is there a better way on the I/S to get the lower clamshell away from the bars. Any info would be much appreciated.

[sandy]

The lower section has a locator pin in the bar which plugs into the clamshell. Moving the bar left will give you more clearance but it might be a bit of corrosion holding it in place. Try a bit of force to pry it down.

[99ISrdr]

Yeah, I was able to get it past the post. This weekend I'll loosen the bars and try to get the cables off. Thanks.

[Avanti]

Cover your fuel tank with something thick so as not to damage it. Block the front wheel so it will stay straight. I always put the front wheel in a wheel chock.

[Jims99]

I know it’s more difficult with the pod, but I have removed the cables from the carb side, makes it much easier up top.

[RonW]

"I know it’s more difficult with the pod, but I have removed the cables from the carb side, makes it much easier up top."


Was it possible to remove both cables at the carb end with the airbox still on? In my case, the airbox had to be removed because I was replacing throttle cables. I have only worked on throttle cables with the airbox off. So second question ..... Would removing only the outside cable (asterisk below) gain enough slack at the top end?

[Jims99]

"I know it’s more difficult with the pod, but I have removed the cables from the carb side, makes it much easier up top."


Would removing only the outside cable (asterisk below) at the carb end gain enough slack at the top end? In my case, the airbox had to be removed because
I was replacing the throttle cables. I have only worked on throttle cables with the airbox off. So second question ..... Was it possible to remove both cables at the carb end with the airbox still on?

Yes, once disconnected there should be plenty of play up top. Disconnect the cables completely off the carbs so there’s slack. That’s how I’ve done it to replace my grips and clean switches.