Any issue running 08a up clutch cable on 2002 FLH

[klammer76]

I have a clutch perch for a 2009 touring model (came with parts when I converted to Brembo brakes on my 02 FLH). I run +2 KW sweeper bars and am going to be replacing my +3" 38649-98 clutch cable. Looking to use the newer (Teflon lined) 08 up cable, 38649-08a. 08a cable is much cheaper priced than the -98 also. Anyone know if there are any issues with doing the swap? 07 models used a one year only -07 cable for some reason. The thread pitch is 5/16-24 for the clutch cable in the 5 speed right side transmission cover. Is the 6 speed cover the same? Length and travel of the cables the same? 

Thanks,
klammer

[smoserx1]

Can't answer many of your questions for the thread pitch, perch design etc, but the stock cable for your bike has become pn 38667-00, assuming it is an electra glide model.  I found that out last year when the one on my 99 frayed at the lever attachment.  IOW the version ending in -98 is no longer available.  The 38667-00 version fit mine fine, is Teflon lined and only cost about $35 (the old one was about $50).

[rigidthumper]

Inner cable length is different - shorter on 5 speeds than 6 speeds, so you may run out of adjuster, using a six speed cable on a five speed bike.

[Scotty]

Inner cable length is different - shorter on 5 speeds than 6 speeds, so you may run out of adjuster, using a six speed cable on a five speed bike.

and you will run out of adjustment!
Don't ask how I know this 

[klammer76]

Inner cable length is different - shorter on 5 speeds than 6 speeds, so you may run out of adjuster, using a six speed cable on a five speed bike.

and you will run out of adjustment!
Don't ask how I know this 

Inner cable length is different - shorter on 5 speeds than 6 speeds, so you may run out of adjuster, using a six speed cable on a five speed bike.

Thank you guys, that is what I needed. From the Magnum Shielding site I saw that the travel length for the 2002 cable is 2 13/16". The travel length for the 2008 cable is 3 1/2". So I knew the 08 was longer but was unsure if that was due to attachment point being different on the lever which I now know it's not. I also run a Muller arm so travel is critical (can't have any less).

[klammer76]

Can't answer many of your questions for the thread pitch, perch design etc, but the stock cable for your bike has become pn 38667-00, assuming it is an electra glide model.  I found that out last year when the one on my 99 frayed at the lever attachment.  IOW the version ending in -98 is no longer available.  The 38667-00 version fit mine fine, is Teflon lined and only cost about $35 (the old one was about $50).

Thanks. Yes, Electra Glide but running the +3 38649-98 side car cable with my Khrome Werks 2+2 sweepers. I believe there are some 38649-98's still out there. I'll look for an after market +3 teflon lined cable. This is just a preventive maintenance thing right now for winter.