Motorcycle Repair: clutch not working, clutch master cylinder, v65 magna

Question
hi i have a 1985 v65 magna. the clutch master cylinder was empty when i got the bike so i filled it with dot4 and bled it. the clutch does not work at all it is like there is no resistance at the clutch lever but i get fluid out when i bled it what can i check to fix this problem thanx

Answer
Dan,
likely air is in the system, if you see no leaks.
Fill the reservoir with dot4 brake fluid
and put the bottom end of the hose into a jar with
the end covered with fluid.
Pump it slowly until all the air is out,
keep topping up the reservoir with fluid.
Now attach the lower hose to the slave cylinder.
The slave should have a small bleeder screw
on it. Pump the lever and hold, open the screw
and bleed the air. Tighten the screw before
releasing the handle to prevent
any air from getting in. Repeat a few times.
You should start feeling some pressure on the lever.
Top up your fluid.
Also check the little brass fitting in the clutch lever,
see if it is pushing the valve okay.
You might have to check the slave cylinder
in case thats where the fluid leaked out.
You may be able to get a kit with new seals
for it.