DR Power Scout 8.25 (January 2007 and Later) - Manual (Page 31)

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Adjusting the Wheel Clutch
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE
SPARK PLUG WIRE.
NOTE: When properly adjusted, tension on the Wheel Clutch Lever should increase when the lever is about
parallel to (almost touching) the Handlebar Grip.
Tools Needed:
•
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
1. Find the Wheel Clutch Adjuster on the Clutch Bracket on the underside of the machine (Figure 18).
2. Loosen the Nut on the front (threaded) side of the Bracket by 1/8" to 1/4", and then tighten the Nut
on the back against the Bracket. Check the tension on the Clutch Lever and repeat the adjustment
as needed.
IF YOU OVER TIGHTEN THE CLUTCH, THE MACHINE MAY LURCH FORWARD WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR.
USE CAUTION WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR. TEST ADJUSTMENT USING THE PROCEDURE ON PAGE 16.
Figure 18
Wheel Clutch
Adjuster
Clutch Bracket