[dartfrog]

This is the same motor as the Multistrada. Yes the clutch pull is tough especially around town it will wear on you. My first decent ride in 04 had my hand cramp up when i went to take my glove off. Muthafer!
I since have changed out to a Evilution slave cylinder and keep a squeeze ball at my desk to build up wrist strength. I was spoiled for years by my Triumph wet clutch.

 

[dartfrog]

hehe... aside from working out your left hand, would you say its a significant difference with the Evo slave? Also, if someone went the 'removing clutch springs' route, can you post a DIY guide?

The Evo slave seems to have helped. Also forgot to mention this was followed up a few months later with new Speedy Moto clutch bits. A slight improvement felt there also.
Your probably wanting to get rid of that chrome clutch cover anyway

I would seriously not alter any springs.