What Do I Need To Replace in The Clutch
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What Do I Need To Replace in The Clutch
11 May 2016 17:25
Hey all, got a few questions about the clutch on my '83 KZ750 F1. I was practicing clutch wheelies last night on it and today noticed that the clutch seems to slip very easily. The bike still has some pull but if I try and give it any real throttle the engine just revs up while I barely feel any response from the rear wheel, regardless of gear. I've noticed slip before but only in higher gear and when I really open up the throttle. I was hoping to postpone doing clutch work but I think I kinda backed myself into a corner.
So my main question is what exactly needs to be replaced? As far as I know everything is still original and no clutch work has been done on the bike since manufacturing. I know the friction plates are probably gone and when I Google clutches for it I see plenty of those but I've also seen kits with Springs and the other type of plates (not sure what they're called). Should I replace these as well or should I be good with just the friction plates and cleaning everything else or do I just need to open it up and see how things look before I really know?
Link: These are the friction plates that come up first and they seem like a decent option. Opinions on them assuming this is all I need?
Thanks!
So my main question is what exactly needs to be replaced? As far as I know everything is still original and no clutch work has been done on the bike since manufacturing. I know the friction plates are probably gone and when I Google clutches for it I see plenty of those but I've also seen kits with Springs and the other type of plates (not sure what they're called). Should I replace these as well or should I be good with just the friction plates and cleaning everything else or do I just need to open it up and see how things look before I really know?
Link: These are the friction plates that come up first and they seem like a decent option. Opinions on them assuming this is all I need?
Thanks!
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Re: What Do I Need To Replace in The Clutch
11 May 2016 17:55
Better get some heavy duty springs to go with those new friction plates if you plan on doing any more wheelies.
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Re: What Do I Need To Replace in The Clutch
11 May 2016 18:27
Open it and see what you got. Good supplier.
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Re: What Do I Need To Replace in The Clutch
11 May 2016 19:12
Most people replace friction disks for no reason. Open service manual and read how to check disks and springs. I repaired clutches in 4 different bikes and disks were good.
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