killernoodle
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Hi Killernoodle,
Problem solved on my end! I took your advice in an earlier reply and disconnected both ends of the cable to check for friction. It actually felt relatively smooth except for a slight 'click' that was always in the same spot. If not for that click, I wouldn't even suspect a bad clutch cable.
While skeptical, I still I went ahead and ordered a brand new one. After installing it just today, I can't believe what a difference it made. The little plastic piece at the end of the cable at the handlebar side was crumbling to pieces from the pressure it was subjected to.
Of course, with the extended lever, it is better than it ever was.
While it is possible that it was a routing problem, I reinstalled the lever three times before replacing the cable, so I doubt that was it.
Interesting, there is a chance the cable was frayed internally and scraping against the outside cable.
If you disconnect both levers with the cable secured in the bracket I modified, it's really easy to tell if the cable pull is smooth or not. There should be little to no friction moving the cable in and out with your fingers.
Glad you got the problem solved!
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