GSXR-1000 K5 Broken Clutch Cable

[JimClark49]

Hi All,

Another problem beset my K5 as I went for a ride today. The cable has snapped (see picture). I would like to ask the following:

1) Is there a part missing on the threaded bit which allowed the cable to fray over time and become damaged?
2) Should I replace with genuine Suzuki cable or are pattern cables OK?
3) Any recommended suppliers?

Thanks.

[JimClark49]

The bikes done 33k miles and this is the original cable. I do not have a quickshifter.

[JimClark49]

theshrew said:

It should look like that ie no cover. Ideally you want the cable to be in the middle of the plastic surround. It looks like its been rubbing on yours maybe due to the fact its broken.

Just route it the same, it tells you how to set it up in the handbook or did for my K7 anyone could do it. Just go on price for the gen / non gen part its just a cable at the end of the day.

Thanks for this.

There doesn't seem to be plastic surround - just a cable going into the metal thread. I agree that the cable has been rubbing on the metal thread and has worn over time and broke.

I did have a low side on that side two years ago and wondering whether I 'lost' a part at that time that I did not realise (i.e. the plastic part that protects the cable?).

[JimClark49]

Ordered a genuine cable from Robinsons today for £29 delivered. Will take fairings off and try and fit myself.

I know I will need to remove the clutch cover, but will it require an oil change too? Also, how difficult is it to remove the threaded bit the cable goes into?

I have never done this job and don't want to mess it up, but do want to have a go if it's as straightforward as it sounds.

[JimClark49]

I now have the OE cable - and the threaded part has no plastic bit around the metal thread to protect the cable from rubbing with the inside of the thread. I am assuming this is normal?

Bike is used all year round including wet/salty weather and I have taken it from 11k to 33k miles in 3 years. I think the wear is probably due to age rather than the cable rubbing unnecessarily. However, I just dont want any premature wear again.