<p>The device is for the operating of a clutch, whereby an operating lever (3) acts upon a clutch master cylinder (10) through which the clutch release force can be controlled. A transmission in the form of a crank drive is provided between the operating lever and the master cylinder and creates a transmission ratio which is variable through the operating path of the operating lever. The operating force acting on the operating lever is greater in a range of increasing release force than the operating force with a constant transmission ratio.</p>