What does the free travel of a motorcycle clutch mean?
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The free travel of a motorcycle clutch refers to the clearance when the clutch lever is lightly gripped. Components of the clutch: The main components inside the clutch are friction plates, which are divided into driving friction plates and driven friction plates. The driving friction plates are connected as a whole with the engine crankshaft via gears, while the driven friction plates are connected as a whole with the driving gear of the transmission via gears. Free travel refers to the clearance when the clutch lever is lightly gripped. Precautions for clutch usage: Proper use of the clutch can reduce mechanical wear, extend the engine's service life, eliminate jerking phenomena, ensure a comfortable riding experience, meet gear-shifting requirements, cut off power, and facilitate braking. The motorcycle clutch is generally located on the right side, next to the foot brake, and is used to transmit or cut off the engine's power. The purpose of cutting off power is usually to facilitate gear shifting.