1988 kzp clutch

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1988 kzp clutch

23 May 2015 20:54
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I have a 88 kzp1000 that clutch was slipping . I changed the friction plates and the metal plates looked OK so I reused them. I assembled it and it still slips. Are the metal plates the problem or could I have done something wrong? I replaced the springs too. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

23 May 2015 20:59
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Did you use the instructions in the Kawasaki Service Manual to adjust the clutch?

What motor oil are you using?

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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

23 May 2015 20:59
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Did you check the clutch adjuster inside the sprocket cover. It may be sticking. If it's the worm gear type, it needs to be greased and adjusted yearly or when you replace the cable.
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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

23 May 2015 21:06
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Yes. I have a clymer manual and am using penzoil 10-40

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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

23 May 2015 21:11
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You need a factory manual. The others use a "shot gun" approach and there are errors.
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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

23 May 2015 21:12
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I will check that.

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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

23 May 2015 21:13
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Is the Penzoil motorcycle oil? In other words, does it have the JASO-MA designation on the container? If not, it more than likely is automotive oil with friction modifiers that will damage wet clutches. Definitely make sure whatever oil you use has JASO-MA marked on the container. Ed
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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

24 May 2015 05:46
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Alant99 wrote: Yes. I have a clymer manual and am using penzoil 10-40
In what direction are you turning the clutch release adjusting screw? Manuals are sometimes ambiguous in that regard.
On many 80s models you're supposed to turn it counterclockwise first until hard to turn, then clockwise 1/4 turn.
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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

24 May 2015 05:54
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You may have the EZ pull style. The one with the ball bearings and ramp. In any event you should open it up, lube it set it at the relaxed position, put it together and start again. Might be simple as that or a sticky cable.
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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

25 May 2015 18:45
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I changed the adjustment and that solved the problem. Thanks guys!

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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

25 May 2015 18:59
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Yeah. I turned it counter clockwise and it stopped slipping
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Re: 1988 kzp clutch

25 May 2015 19:00
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Good job. B)
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