The clutch lever for my 1999 xj600N is a bit bent and i find it really hard to reach when i change gear. i thougt it was because i had girly hands but even my mates reckon it shouldnt be that far out. i bit the bullet and bought a new lever but it is still the same distance away. everything is as standard on the bike as far as i know looking at the manual...is this a common problem? does anyone have any suggestions how to remedy this?

I think you can get adjustable levers from M&P etc, or heat and bend the old one