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DT175

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Trying to figure out what the little handle next to the clutch is on this 74 DT175? Just starting to get this guy all cleaned up but don’t know what it is and can’t find it in the manuals I have… 
13 Jul 2021 15:50 #1

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Replied by MarkT on topic DT175

Picture would help.  But sounds like someone added an aftermarket compression release.  It was a fad when these bikes were new.
1963 YG1-T, 1965 MG1-T, Allstate 250, 1970 CT1b, 1971 R5, 1973 AT3MX, 1974 TS400L, 1975 RD350, 1976 DT175C, 1976 Husqvarna 250CR, 1981 DT175G, 1988 DT50, 1990 "Super" DT50, 1991 RT180, 2017 XT250
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13 Jul 2021 16:43 #2

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Replied by Risa on topic DT175

  
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Replied by MarkT on topic DT175

Nice pictures! 

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Yup, aftermarket compression release.  It can be used to stop the engine or as sort of a "Jake Brake" engine brake to slow the bike down on a hill. 

I had one on my Yamaha back in the 1970's...  they don't work as a brake that well, make a mess, and can suck dirt into the engine.  I'd take it off the bike or you can try it first if you want.  Best feature is it makes a cool BRAAAAAP! sound. 

 
1963 YG1-T, 1965 MG1-T, Allstate 250, 1970 CT1b, 1971 R5, 1973 AT3MX, 1974 TS400L, 1975 RD350, 1976 DT175C, 1976 Husqvarna 250CR, 1981 DT175G, 1988 DT50, 1990 "Super" DT50, 1991 RT180, 2017 XT250
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14 Jul 2021 20:39 #4

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