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Tenere 700: Camel 1 Finger Clutch Kit - Camel Heavy-Duty Side Stand Return Spring

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Camel 1 Finger Clutch Kit A very nicely sorted out kit that dramatically reduces clutch lever effort by approximately 18%, 30% or 37% & increases the clutch friction point by up to 60% depending on which of the 3 cable attachment holes is used. The install video, see below, is detailed & includes correct lever free play adjustment & tips on the impact of the wider friction point for each of the 3 cable attachment holes. I opted for the recommended middle hole which provides a marked reduction in lever pull effort, widened friction point & dramatically improved clutch modulation.  Wow...one of those small changes that equates to very appreciated & desirable results...so much smoother on shifts & easier to modulate...well done Cory 👍 Camel 1Finger Clutch Kit Installation Video Camel Heavy-Duty Side Stand Return Spring The Camel return spring is massively stronger (+95%) & larger than the oem spring that eliminates concerns over the side stand bouncing dow...

Tenere 700: 1st Day Ride of the 2021 Season to Whistler

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 A combination of Covid Restrictions & a flared up back delayed insuring the bike until this week. 1st extended ride of the season 284 km up to Whistler with a little sight seeing enroute: Cypress Look Out over Vancouver, 40 km loop up Mamquam River FSR & exploring Squamish near the Squamish Terminals with views of Stawamus Chief. It was a cooker at 40 C or 104 F wearing  ATGATT. Cypress Look Out View towards Vancouver over looking  a newer upscale Cypress housing development Miss T7 sporting improved wind management View of Howe Sound from Stawamus Chief Parking/Picnic Area/Trail Head Mamquam River & FSR NE view towards Mamquam Mtn Stawamus Chief Canada Geese lounging next to the water NW view over wetlands 40 C or 104 F just north of the Tantalus View Point