Royal Enfield RAL00974 – Clutch Cable Assembly for Bear 650 – Genuine OEM Clutch Wire

The Royal Enfield RAL00974 Clutch Cable Assembly is the genuine OEM clutch wire for the Bear 650 platform. If your clutch lever has become heavy, jerky, or the cable shows signs of fraying, this is the exact factory-spec replacement designed for the new 650 Bear.

Using a genuine RAL00974 cable ensures smooth, progressive clutch feel, correct inner/outer cable length, and OEM-quality end fittings at the lever and clutch actuator. Ideal for routine replacement, handlebar change jobs, or when your existing cable shows wear, this part helps maintain light lever action, clean gearshifts, and long-term reliability on your Bear 650.

No guesswork fitment – all references point specifically to Bear 650.

Key Features

• Genuine Royal Enfield clutch cable – part family RAL00974 / RAL00974/B, listed by OEM portals as CLUTCH CABLE ASSEMBLY.

• Explicitly cross-referenced as “CL.CABLE BEAR – 650 ASSY” 
  

• Designed for the new 650 Bear (Euro 5+) platform – not a universal or cut-to-fit cable.

• OEM-grade inner wire and outer sheath for smooth lever pull and reduced friction over the cable’s life.

• Properly crimped OEM end fittings for secure connection at the clutch lever and actuator.

• Direct bolt-on replacement – no modification required when used on stock Bear 650 controls.

• Ideal for preventive replacement during major service, after a clutch overhaul, or when upgrading to fresh cables for touring reliability.

• Backed by Royal Enfield’s OEM spec and quality control when sourced through authorised parts channels.

Compatibility Table 

Evidence for fitment

• PLEASE CHECK PART NUMBER BEFORE PURCHASE 

Variants

• This listing covers:

  • Part number: RAL00974 / RAL00974/B

  • Description: Clutch Cable Assembly / Clutch Wire

  • Position: Main clutch cable for Bear 650

  • Quantity: 1N – Single cable assembly

• Supersession note:

  • Some accessory pages show RAL00974B superseded by an updated clutch cable for Bear 650.

  • Your order may ship with the latest supersession suffix as supplied by Royal Enfield. All such supersessions are treated as direct-fit replacements for Bear 650 in the RE system.

FAQs

Q1. Which bike is RAL00974 actually for?
All credible references (bike-parts-royalenfield, Zovik, Iron City) agree that RAL00974/B is the clutch cable assembly for Royal Enfield Bear 650. Zovik explicitly labels it CL.CABLE BEAR – 650 ASSY, and Iron City lists it within Bear 650 parts.

Q2. Is RAL00974 different from RAL00974/B?
Royal Enfield often adds a letter suffix (/A, /B, /C, etc.) as the part is updated or superseded. European portals show RAL00974/B as the current clutch cable assembly, Both refer to the same OEM clutch cable family for Bear 650, with the suffix indicating revision, not a different fitment.

Q3. Does this fit other 650 twins like Interceptor 650 or Classic 650?
There is no confirmed parts-catalog mapping from RAL00974 to Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650, Super Meteor 650, Classic 650 or Shotgun 650. Those models have their own dedicated clutch cable part numbers. For non-Bear bikes, always use the part number printed on your existing cable or from the official microfiche to avoid incorrect length and routing.

Q4. What are the cable dimensions?
Approximate measurements of 116 cm overall length and 6.5 cm free play for RAL00974, which suits the stock Bear 650 handlebar and control layout. These values are approximate and for guidance only; always set clutch free play as per the Bear 650 service manual.

Q5. Can I install this cable myself?
If you’re comfortable working on clutch controls, you can replace the cable at home: route it the same way as the original, connect at clutch lever and actuator, then adjust free play. If you’re unsure, we recommend installation by a professional mechanic to ensure safe clutch operation and correct free play.