Good explanation and easy to do yourself with a bit of skill and the right tools. The clutch action now works perfectly with my short Touratech lever. Never mind the reduced pull weight, the larger friction zone makes this a much smoother action. You may opt to swivel the new (orange) lever a bit - say two mills on the actuation axle - counther clock wise. This will "center" the cable and avoid max'in out on the free play adjustments. Greeting from Denmark!
A tip is to check that you can start in 1st gear with the clutch lever fully retracted. Then the clutch is set correctly. If the clutch is too loose, you cannot start.
Thank you. This is the best bang for the buck accessory I've purchased. And I have thrown a fair share of money at my various bikes. This addressed my only complaint on my 890 AVR Rally. I wonder why KTM doesn't use a hydraulic clutch as on my EXC? Cheers!
This makes the friction zone massive at the biggest setting. If you are not skilled with a clutch, this could have you wearing out your clutch plates very fast. This is a double-edged sword mod. If you aren't skilled and clutch hopping logs and doing crazy slowspeed direction changes and maneuvers, then you simply dont need this, and it will likely cause more maintenance for average riders. 90% of riders will not benefit from yaving this mod. And will do more damage to there bikes than good
I assume this issue is also apparent on the 890 adventures which I just purchased. Can you tell me what brand levers you were using. In the past I’ve used Midwest engineering on my dirt bikes but they don’t fit on this one unfortunately. Thank you for your great video.
FYI Your new toy is hitting the gas tank protector . So just a FYI as this will start to wear a spot in the lower gas tank protector as time goes on, at worse it would keep your clutch from closing completely with the result of trashing your clutch. Yes I do know this vid is almost a year old but better safe than sorry. Great vid btw.
You need to have the arm in a position where is it not contacting the fuel tank. The positioning of the arm on the shaft in regards to fuel tank clearance is discussed 5:05 - 5:47 of the video.
@@yetiboy01australia23 That's too bad. I don't often check dealers sites to see their stock levels. They order when they like. If they are out of stock, you can order directly from us. The International Tracked Packet shipping option is $20.
@@yetiboy01australia23 Shipping costs were killing us internationally. We managed to negotiate some much better rates with our shippers. I'd like to see them lower still.
If the radio in the lower lever is longer, is it not supposed that the length that the cable has to be pulled to decouple completely the clutch has to be longer as well?
Finding the same as I type this. 22 890 base. Doesn’t disengage the clutch enough when adjusted as indicated in the video Edit: after fiddling with it several more times and comparing function to stock and another motorcycle in my garage, it in fact does work on a 2022 890 Duke base. I was being obtuse and not adjusting the cable correctly (backwards).
@@ninemileindustrial I wonder how much $ that would add to the cost of the bike. Personally I would pay the extra $ for better parts... When you're looking at a BMW or KTM you're not thinking about a budget, IMHO....
On lots of bikes (most bikes?), the clutch drags when the bike is cold, the 790 doesn't. There is still enough travel to have it fully disengage, even when the bike is cold. The lever definitely is closer to the bars when the clutch is fully disengaged but there isn't any drag.
What do you recommend for torque spec. on the level bolt?Also, do most people use the outside hole for the cable or the middle one. As one would guess the level is not moving as far with its same amount of cable pull the further out you go on the level?
Great video. Thanks for the tip. I struggle to 1 or 2 finger clutch on my bike (stock levers), however don't have this issue with front brake. I am not sure if this is a mental thing or not, but it just doesn't feel right on the clutch side - almost like my my mind feels I need more clutch level movement to fully engage the clutch than what I truly need. This leads on to attempts at 1 or 2 finger action resulting in my other fingers feeling like they are getting in the way of full clutch engagement. Do you recommend a shorty clutch lever to remove this 'obstruction'? PS ... I ride a GS, not a KTM.
I cut all my levers down to 2 finger length then add some electrical wiring heat shrink over the cut end. It does make a difference on bikes that seem to need a lot more lever travel travel to fully disengage.
@@jay26cee I bought shorter clutch and break levers for my 2015 GSA, 2 fingers length and it is so much better for on and off road. Especially off road.
Installed mine a few days ago, since then the bike seems to heat up a lot more (temperature gage is still on 4 bars, same as before, but I feel it being much hotter on my legs and butt). Did I adjust something incorrectly? The feeling of the clutch when driving is perfectly fine.
The clutch is bathed in engine oil. You aren't going to introduce enough heat from clutch slip that the engine runs significantly hotter. You must just be more aware of the heat now that you're thinking about it, or the weather has changed, or something else.
I am interested in the One Finger Clutch,, I have no issues with my hand,, but I could use a better friction zone,,,I just purchased the 790R,, will this benefit a beginner rider?
@@CamelADV I will place the order when I get back to the states and will order the heat shield also,,, My 790R was made in August,, has the shock issue been fixed yet?
Apparently there are superseded parts for the shock so I’m assuming they have a fix for it. I don’t know what the parts are and I don’t know if they came from the factory on the 2020 model year.
It would be interesting to see how the clutch disengage with that new setup... Reduce forces by changing the leverage is no rocket science, but are you still able to find your neutral position??
Great product! Mine just arrived today. Question - since the new clutch arm changes the mechanical ratio on the lever, shouldn't we adjust the free play to be greater than the factory spec?
It's a good question. The deal with cable clutch free play is the amount doesn't really matter, as long as you have some. You have some with the clutch warm, some with the clutch cold, bars turned full left and some with the bars turned full right. If you have some, any, it means that your clutch isn't partially activated aka slipping. We've ridden a ton using the factory free play spec without issue.
@@syntaxmsi I literally check mine every ride. Give the lever a light pull to make sure you have enough free play. It takes a second to do. You can do it at stoplight or when you're waiting for your buddy to get geared up. It's a habit I got into with my first bike and I've always done it.
Camel ADV probably a good idea, I’m a little paranoid now with all the internet chatter about clutch failures... don’t want to give KTM any reason to point the finger at me and deny warranty coverage...
Suggest upping the audio levels on the video. It's really really quiet compared to other videos. all settings maxed on my system I can barely hear you.
Sometimes we have glitches with the audio or video and don't realize until after we're done shooting. Sometimes we can go back and reshoot but sometimes we are simply unable.
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Thanks once again you help me install one of these. First on my 790 now on my 890. This thing makes a huge difference
Well done I did install the “finger clutch” this morning and it works perfectly. Looking forward to more engineered products for the 790.
Same.. huge difference!
i fitted this to my 790 Duke omg what a differece it really is a 1 finger clutch now, much easier for getting the front wheel up lol
I'm glad you like the idea!
Good explanation and easy to do yourself with a bit of skill and the right tools. The clutch action now works perfectly with my short Touratech lever. Never mind the reduced pull weight, the larger friction zone makes this a much smoother action. You may opt to swivel the new (orange) lever a bit - say two mills on the actuation axle - counther clock wise. This will "center" the cable and avoid max'in out on the free play adjustments. Greeting from Denmark!
A tip is to check that you can start in 1st gear with the clutch lever fully retracted. Then the clutch is set correctly. If the clutch is too loose, you cannot start.
Thank you for putting this together.
Another great video and product thanks 🙏 looking forward to fitting on my Norden 901 Expedition 😊
Great mod. Totally doing something similar on my F800GS since i have the same issues.
Filthy Spokes I have a f700gs.... did u end up doing the mod?
@@lherran No i did not. Got a shorter lever on the handlebar and using two fingers works good enough for the moment.
This is a good modification. KLR650 owners have done this same mod many times!
Spotted the Stegz! Have them on my FE501, pick up a 790 this weekend, will probably get them for that too!
Love it even copied your lever with the heat shrink idea
Thank you. This is the best bang for the buck accessory I've purchased. And I have thrown a fair share of money at my various bikes. This addressed my only complaint on my 890 AVR Rally. I wonder why KTM doesn't use a hydraulic clutch as on my EXC? Cheers!
Great mod and demo!
Thanks, nice video!
This makes the friction zone massive at the biggest setting. If you are not skilled with a clutch, this could have you wearing out your clutch plates very fast. This is a double-edged sword mod. If you aren't skilled and clutch hopping logs and doing crazy slowspeed direction changes and maneuvers, then you simply dont need this, and it will likely cause more maintenance for average riders.
90% of riders will not benefit from yaving this mod. And will do more damage to there bikes than good
They don't have the factory location on the leaver anymore. Makes sense given the new cable guide.
I’m sold! Placing my order today. Good video btw. 🐪 👍🏼
I assume this issue is also apparent on the 890 adventures which I just purchased. Can you tell me what brand levers you were using. In the past I’ve used Midwest engineering on my dirt bikes but they don’t fit on this one unfortunately. Thank you for your great video.
Use your hand as backgrpound for better focus
Great video, can I ask if this will do on my ktm 990 adventure 2010 R? Thank you.
Hi mate. Is that staff suitable for cf moto 800MT. As you know this bike is using the same engine with ktm 790.
FYI Your new toy is hitting the gas tank protector . So just a FYI as this will start to wear a spot in the lower gas tank protector as time goes on, at worse it would keep your clutch from closing completely with the result of trashing your clutch. Yes I do know this vid is almost a year old but better safe than sorry. Great vid btw.
You need to have the arm in a position where is it not contacting the fuel tank. The positioning of the arm on the shaft in regards to fuel tank clearance is discussed 5:05 - 5:47 of the video.
If shipping wasn't over 150% of the cost of the kit to Australia I might have been interested.
I know, international shipping from Canada is horrendously expensive. Adventure Moto in Australia should have stock soon.
@@CamelADV Your joking aren't you, Adventure Moto never seem to have stock
@@yetiboy01australia23 That's too bad. I don't often check dealers sites to see their stock levels. They order when they like. If they are out of stock, you can order directly from us. The International Tracked Packet shipping option is $20.
@@CamelADV Thanks, thats a reasonable price for shipping
@@yetiboy01australia23 Shipping costs were killing us internationally. We managed to negotiate some much better rates with our shippers. I'd like to see them lower still.
Is that shorty lever just a doctored oem lever? Or is it an actual part?
cool dude !
If the radio in the lower lever is longer, is it not supposed that the length that the cable has to be pulled to decouple completely the clutch has to be longer as well?
Unfortunatelly I don't thinked about this before buying a one finger clutch lever, I think I wll go hydrolic instead
Be carefull , ONE FINGER CLUTCH kit does NOT work with NEW 890 ENGINE. Tom
Why?
Finding the same as I type this. 22 890 base. Doesn’t disengage the clutch enough when adjusted as indicated in the video
Edit: after fiddling with it several more times and comparing function to stock and another motorcycle in my garage, it in fact does work on a 2022 890 Duke base. I was being obtuse and not adjusting the cable correctly (backwards).
I'm surprised it doesn't have a hydraulic clutch.... Good fix though!
@@ninemileindustrial That's true, I guess one expects certain things from a KTM, Brembo brakes being another one.
@@ninemileindustrial I wonder how much $ that would add to the cost of the bike. Personally I would pay the extra $ for better parts... When you're looking at a BMW or KTM you're not thinking about a budget, IMHO....
The theory is that it's easier to replace a cable on an adventure... With a quick shifter, the clutch use is reduced anyway.
Where can I get the shorty lever to go with your clutch arm?
I'm sure there are lots of places to get them. I just cut mine down add heat shrink material over them.
Nice Vid. WHAT TYPE OF HANDGAURD IS THAT ? REALLY LIKE THE THE CENTER RISER MOUNT
Highway Dirt Bikes.
Why don't the clutch drag when the lever is pulled back, as there is less movement that comes with the longer arm?
On lots of bikes (most bikes?), the clutch drags when the bike is cold, the 790 doesn't. There is still enough travel to have it fully disengage, even when the bike is cold. The lever definitely is closer to the bars when the clutch is fully disengaged but there isn't any drag.
Wonder if it wears out the clutch faster...
What's that Black thing on the clutch lever?
What do you recommend for torque spec. on the level bolt?Also, do most people use the outside hole for the cable or the middle one. As one would guess the level is not moving as far with its same amount of cable pull the further out you go on the level?
Great video. Thanks for the tip. I struggle to 1 or 2 finger clutch on my bike (stock levers), however don't have this issue with front brake. I am not sure if this is a mental thing or not, but it just doesn't feel right on the clutch side - almost like my my mind feels I need more clutch level movement to fully engage the clutch than what I truly need. This leads on to attempts at 1 or 2 finger action resulting in my other fingers feeling like they are getting in the way of full clutch engagement. Do you recommend a shorty clutch lever to remove this 'obstruction'? PS ... I ride a GS, not a KTM.
I cut all my levers down to 2 finger length then add some electrical wiring heat shrink over the cut end. It does make a difference on bikes that seem to need a lot more lever travel travel to fully disengage.
@@CamelADV thanks for the reply. I shall take it under consideration - if anything, for the clutch first. Have a great weekend! Ride safe.
@@jay26cee I bought shorter clutch and break levers for my 2015 GSA, 2 fingers length and it is so much better for on and off road. Especially off road.
Installed mine a few days ago, since then the bike seems to heat up a lot more (temperature gage is still on 4 bars, same as before, but I feel it being much hotter on my legs and butt). Did I adjust something incorrectly? The feeling of the clutch when driving is perfectly fine.
The clutch is bathed in engine oil. You aren't going to introduce enough heat from clutch slip that the engine runs significantly hotter. You must just be more aware of the heat now that you're thinking about it, or the weather has changed, or something else.
Good product, also like the handguards are they made by yourselves too?
The handguards are from Highway Dirt Bikes.
Real question is where did u get the shortened levers?
Need this on f800gs !
Would you make one for the DR650 please? I want one!
Do you do these for the Africa twin crf1000
We don't. I can't say that I've ever felt the AT needs it!
Will you be making this for the 850GS?
No plans to at this time.
@@CamelADV If you change those plans, Ill be ready to purchase ;)
Thanks for the quick response!
Nice simple solution!
Do you have a similar trick for the Africa Twin?
Yes!
Buy ktm and problem solved!
@@mistery00t29 not a chance 🙂
I am interested in the One Finger Clutch,, I have no issues with my hand,, but I could use a better friction zone,,,I just purchased the 790R,, will this benefit a beginner rider?
The larger friction zone is a benefit to riders of all skill levels but I new riders will get the most out of it.
@@CamelADV I will place the order when I get back to the states and will order the heat shield also,,, My 790R was made in August,, has the shock issue been fixed yet?
Apparently there are superseded parts for the shock so I’m assuming they have a fix for it. I don’t know what the parts are and I don’t know if they came from the factory on the 2020 model year.
Which brand is your hand guard?
Highway Dirt Bikes
@@CamelADV Thanks ;)
It would be interesting to see how the clutch disengage with that new setup... Reduce forces by changing the leverage is no rocket science, but are you still able to find your neutral position??
There’s no drag with the mod. Finding neutral isn’t any harder than on a stock bike.
Great product! Mine just arrived today. Question - since the new clutch arm changes the mechanical ratio on the lever, shouldn't we adjust the free play to be greater than the factory spec?
It's a good question. The deal with cable clutch free play is the amount doesn't really matter, as long as you have some. You have some with the clutch warm, some with the clutch cold, bars turned full left and some with the bars turned full right. If you have some, any, it means that your clutch isn't partially activated aka slipping. We've ridden a ton using the factory free play spec without issue.
Camel ADV awesome, thanks
@@syntaxmsi I literally check mine every ride. Give the lever a light pull to make sure you have enough free play. It takes a second to do. You can do it at stoplight or when you're waiting for your buddy to get geared up. It's a habit I got into with my first bike and I've always done it.
Camel ADV probably a good idea, I’m a little paranoid now with all the internet chatter about clutch failures... don’t want to give KTM any reason to point the finger at me and deny warranty coverage...
@@syntaxmsi You can add more free play if it lowers your stress level! Running it with more won't hurt anything.
How much is it and were can i buy it in germany
We don't have a dealer in Germany but there some in UK, Spain, Czech Rep and Croatia. A complete list is available on our website.
Cool thing! Can't wait to receive my actuator. Am keen on the shorty lever too :) Can you point me to a supplier? Thanks!
The shorty lever is just a cut down stock on with electrical heatshrink on it.
@@CamelADV Ah Ha! thought it looked like the oem :) Cheers!! Great vids BTW.
where can I get one in Australia
do you have shares in 'Blue Loctite' hahaha
Nope, but just like the old woman in the Frank's Red Hot Sauce commercial, "I put that sh&t on everything"!
Hi can you do a video on chain tension adjustment on the 790? Thanks.
Suggest upping the audio levels on the video. It's really really quiet compared to other videos. all settings maxed on my system I can barely hear you.
Sometimes we have glitches with the audio or video and don't realize until after we're done shooting. Sometimes we can go back and reshoot but sometimes we are simply unable.
Recluse...
Just use a iphone for videos. That way you will not have focusing issues. The iphone records better them most pro cameras
Which shorty levers do you have?