Electra cable query

My 1965 Navigator, which I bought in '68, had a clutch cable with an in-line adjuster near the handlebar lever. It had a 3/8 barrel nipple at handlebar.

My 1964 Electra, which was well used when I purchased in 2004, had the same clutch cable as above. But might have left the factory with something else. 

The NOC replacement Electra clutch cable was the same, but had a split nipple at the lever end. All these cables suit the later lightweight gearbox that does not have a cable adjuster at gearbox entry position. 

I prefer the split nipple. Less strain on cable strands at the handlebar nipple/cable joint. Where the strands usually break. But easy to drop the loose part of the nipple in the long grass. 

Early lightweight gearboxes have a cable adjuster at the point of entry into gearbox. A different clutch cable altogether. 

I'm hoping NOC will get some more late gearbox cables with a split nipple. But will buy one with barrel nipple if necessary for my next Electra adventure. 

Mike, I run with adjusters at brake and clutch levers. In all honesty, these adjusters are a real boon. Adjustment done in seconds without tools. Downside is that my cables end up slightly non standard. The cable outers need shortening about 10mm. With great care can be done without disturbing the nipples or damaging inner. 

Peter

... cables using materials from Venhill. Then I know they fit what may be a very non-standard set of disparate parts. I think if an ordinary barrel nipple is well soldered it shouldn't snag. I also like mid-cable adjusters for throttle and air slide although often hide them under the tank. Another advantage of making them myself!

Interesting what you say re adjusters Peter - I'm sure my Electra has an adjuster in the gearbox cover although can't quite get at it at the moment.