Dealer wants $126 for clutch cable - any other choices?

[virtual120]

My local dealer wants an outstanding $126 for a clutch cable for my 02 R6 - seems a lot after looking round the net and seeing them from 10 uk pounds to $35 us dollars. Cant fnd any where else in NZ though - can anyone tell me of a good place to get this part.

Thanks...

[SMOKEU]

My local dealer wants $350 for an ounce.

[davereid]

Cables can be easily made, partcularly if you only need the "inner" and still have the sheath.

In Nelson there are lots of good mechanical engineers. Go and visit 3 at the port.

I am sure that if the first three cannot help you, that they will have told you who can.

And if I'm wrong (other than the fact I will be gob-smacked) you get to go for a ride down the port. And you get a fish lunch, and its only a 4.8769 minute ride to founders brewery.

[BOMBER]

One option would be walking...........or you could pay for a new one, or import one and wait for it and hope that its right.
Walking is good for you apparently

[bogan]

wemoto for 10pounds + about 30-40nzd shipping iirc

[Conquiztador]

The local bike wrecker? The wreckers are in connection with each other and will find what you look for if it is lying on a shelf somewhere waiting for you.

[Katman]

Any bike shop could provide you with an aftermarket one at a fraction of that cost.

[virtual120]

Cables can be easily made, partcularly if you only need the "inner" and still have the sheath.

In Nelson there are lots of good mechanical engineers. Go and visit 3 at the port.

I am sure that if the first three cannot help you, that they will have told you who can.

And if I'm wrong (other than the fact I will be gob-smacked) you get to go for a ride down the port. And you get a fish lunch, and its only a 4.8769 minute ride to founders brewery.

nice idea - thanks.

[ruaphu]

I know what your saying, Bike parts are not cheap, for old or new models. I will import anything if the cost of doing so is in my favour. (I have also done it for car parts too) Most bike shops online have secure accounts. I run an ole jap bike and import parts from a couple of places without hassle. The only thing to bear in mind is it does take time, so if you don't mind waiting, importing can save you pingers, otherwise it's a case of cough up the dough to the bike shop.

[BMWST?]

jeepers my old BMW has cheaper clutch cable!

[FJRider]

So buy one online .....

[virtual120]

I know what your saying, Bike parts are not cheap, for old or new models. I will import anything if the cost of doing so is in my favour. (I have also done it for car parts too) Most bike shops online have secure accounts. I run an ole jap bike and import parts from a couple of places without hassle. The only thing to bear in mind is it does take time, so if you don't mind waiting, importing can save you pingers, otherwise it's a case of cough up the dough to the bike shop.

I can understand some parts being expensive as spares are not manufactured in huge amounts, and I can usually live with that - especialy for older bikes - BUT: some parts like cables are pretty generic and I think some places take advantage in pricing these parts by way to much. A simple cable should not cost $125. I will definately go down the route of having one made up at a local cable specialist. Ill let you know the price.

[Suntoucher]

Online supremacy, have saved considerable amounts of money importing even with shipping added. Usually anywhere between 50-80% each thing I buy.

If you can wait, do so.

[marty]

I can understand some parts being expensive as spares are not manufactured in huge amounts, and I can usually live with that - especialy for older bikes - BUT: some parts like cables are pretty generic and I think some places take advantage in pricing these parts by way to much. A simple cable should not cost $125. I will definately go down the route of having one made up at a local cable specialist. Ill let you know the price.

an R6 has a clutch cable?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Clutch-gearboxes/auction-313523416.htm

[Banditbandit]

My local dealer wants $350 for an ounce.

The bugga saw you coming ... serves you right for looking like a skin and trying to buy from the blacks ..

[imdying]

I expect Nelson Brakes can put a new inner in it.

[onearmedbandit]

My local dealer wants $350 for an ounce.

You're getting ripped.

[onearmedbandit]

I expect Nelson Brakes can put a new inner in it.

+1. My uncle owned Nelson Brake Services (sold it now) and I know they could do the job for you.

[SMOKEU]

You're getting ripped.

Screw paying for it!

[onearmedbandit]

Screw paying for it!

Oh I stopped paying for it a couple years back...

[SMOKEU]

Oh I stopped paying for it a couple years back...

Nothing wrong with having a mean hydro setup.

[Str8 Jacket]

You're getting ripped.

I think that was the general idea mate!! ;)

[Banditbandit]

Nothing wrong with having a mean hydro setup.

Well that depends on where you sit in relation to the law and whether we are talking about a hydraulic clutch system ... or something else ...

And only a dumb skin would admit to anything else in a forum like this ... ya don't need to ask where the policeman is ... there's quite a few cop KB members ...

I just knew you were a dumb-arse ...

[HenryDorsetCase]

My local dealer wants $350 for an ounce.

that seems expensive. better be the good shit.

[neels]

My local dealer wants an outstanding $126 for a clutch cable for my 02 R6 - seems a lot after looking round the net and seeing them from 10 uk pounds to $35 us dollars. Cant fnd any where else in NZ though - can anyone tell me of a good place to get this part.

Thanks...
Get one made, I got clutch and brake cables done for my old scooter for about $40. If you can find someone local take the old one in for them to make a new one, otherwise you should be able to supply the inner and outer measurements and get one made from that.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Well that depends on where you sit in relation to the law and whether we are talking about a hydraulic clutch system ... or something else ...

And only a dumb skin would admit to anything else in a forum like this ... ya don't need to ask where the policeman is ... there's quite a few cop KB members ...

I just knew you were a dumb-arse ...

I think he's about 17, that might explain it.

[Banditbandit]

I think he's about 17, that might explain it.

Shit ... that old ?

[avgas]

Give ya $200 for whats left of your R6

[SMOKEU]

Well that depends on where you sit in relation to the law and whether we are talking about a hydraulic clutch system ... or something else ...

And only a dumb skin would admit to anything else in a forum like this ... ya don't need to ask where the policeman is ... there's quite a few cop KB members ...

I just knew you were a dumb-arse ...

What exactly are you accusing me of? What can the cops do? I don't have any illegal substances anywhere on my property.