I have a 1996 FLHTCI that my shift lever on the transmission is really sloppy and cant be tightened anymore. Also my clutch is out of adjustment travel. It creeps when pulled in. (could the cable be stretched too much?) I am wanting to know if I need any special tools to do this job. I will replace the shift arm which I already purchased. What all do I need to change the clutch? I see so many options. Extra plates etc. I would just like to have it all before I start really soon. Thanks

 

Are you sure the clutch itself needs to be done and not just the cable?

 

Changing the lever on the shaft of the transmission can be a task. Quite often I've seen that taking out the pinch bolt, using a lubricant on another bolt to clean out the threads, cleaning thoroughly with some Brake Clean and installing a new bolt with a bit of Loc-Tite and torquing to spec will resolve the problem. I've done this successfully on several scooters and it is A LOT EASIER than replacing the lever. You could also consider using a "Better Lever" but they are quite pricey. https://betterlever.com/how_to.php

 

I was wondering if the cable would stretch enough to cause this problem. I have a new cable to put on when I do the rest. Bike has 77k miles and possibly original cables.

 

I have not seen a cable stretch while disengaging the clutch but would consider it to be out of adjustment. Properly adjust the clutch and cable first then check your clutch shaft movement, it should be around .070" to .080" follow this link to adjust. then measure the movement. If your problem still exists then it might be time to replace the clutch.

 

Thanks, I did that last fall. There is almost no play in the lever just so it will disengage enough to stop. I can't put the bike in neutral while it's running.

 

That is too tight.
You should have about 1/8th" play in the lever.

At 77k I would open up the clutch basket and check the condition of your fibers and steels.

FYI Barnett fibers have about twice the fibers as stock fibers.

 

There is little play. anymore wont disengage. Is there a recommended low cost clutch?

 

In order to replace the shift lever, you will be removing the primary cover.

That requires the removal of the clutch, primary chain and compensator.

You will need a locking tool to immobilize the clutch outer shell and the compensator sprocket.

The problem you describe with your clutch does not sound like a worn out clutch, because a worn out clutch will disengage easily.

The problem with a worn out clutch is that it won`t engage, or stay engaged.

It could be a warped plate or disc, a spring plate that is coming apart, or possibly some damage to the slider areas of the hub or outer shell.

It could also be a bad throwout bearing or stretched cable.

 

IMO it is not wise to look for low cost parts because that usually means low quality.
It is also not wise to just start throwing parts at a problem.
Pull apart your clutch hub and look at what you have.
As Dan says there are several things that could be your problem but you won't know till you look.