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Brake and clutch levers & gear levers

Brake and clutch levers determine how precisely you brake and operate the clutch, and they are often the first part to break in a crash. Here you will find levers from AS3 Performance, BOANO and RFX for off-road bikes, plus SW-Motech lever guards for road motorcycles.

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About Brake and clutch levers & gear levers

Types of levers

  • Forged levers: strong and stiff, such as the AS3 forged brake and clutch levers and the RFX Race lever set.
  • Flexible or folding levers: pivot or fold away in a crash and spring back, like the AS3 Factory Series and the BOANO folding levers. After a tumble you can often simply ride on.
  • Unbreakable lever sets: BOANO makes sets designed not to snap off, including versions for TM and Beta.

Lever guards for the road

SW-Motech lever guards protect the brake and clutch levers against accidental operation and against damage when the bike falls over. Versions with wind protection are available for models from BMW, Ducati, Triumph, Kawasaki, Aprilia and Husqvarna, among others. They mount on the bar end and are matched to each model.

Choosing and fitting the right lever

Levers are specific to each make and often to the model year, because the perch and master cylinder differ. Use the motorcycle selection to see only matching levers and check the article number on the product page. After fitting, adjust the reach to the handlebar and check that the brake releases fully and the clutch has enough free play. Check your gear lever too: a bent lever makes shifting imprecise and is quick to replace.

See also: Cables and lines, Hand Guards and Brakes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the advantage of a flexible lever?
A flexible lever folds away in a crash and then springs back into position. That reduces the chance of the lever snapping, so you can more often ride on without a repair.
Do levers from my bike fit another make?
Usually not, because the perch, pivot point and master cylinder vary by make and model year. Always choose via the motorcycle selection and check the article number.
Are brake and clutch levers supplied together?
That depends on the product. Lever sets from AS3 and BOANO, for example, include both levers, and the product description states exactly what is in the box.
What are SW-Motech lever guards for?
They protect the brake and clutch levers from damage when the bike falls over and from accidental operation. The versions with wind protection also keep the wind off your hands.