First of all I know nothing about clutch rebuilds other than what I am reading on the internet. I ordered new clutch plates and springs for my bike and have no idea if thats going to fix my problem but we will see.. Is there any secret to putting the new ones in? I heard to soak the plates in the oil overnight prior to installing? Any other advice would be helpfull.Thank you

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code3run wrote:First of all I know nothing about clutch rebuilds other than what I am reading on the internet. I ordered new clutch plates and springs for my bike and have no idea if thats going to fix my problem but we will see.. Is there any secret to putting the new ones in? I heard to soak the plates in the oil overnight prior to installing? Any other advice would be helpfull.Thank youGo to VJMC

Yes soak the fiber plates in oil, look at the condition of the metal plates and check for warping, if they look good it wouldn't hurt to put some sand paper on a flat surface and run the plates over the sand paper a few times on each side to remove any glaze they might have. also look at the clutch basket, make sure there are no grooves worn into the sides, that can make the fiber plates kind of hold up or not engage all the way/smoothly, if grooved you could try sanding but it would be beset to get a new one, aftermarket.

So just soak the fiber plates? The clutch basket seems fine with no grooves. It does have a bit of play to it meaning I can turn it back and fourth about 1/2 inch or so, is that normal? So when the new clutch kit comes I will soak the fiber plates, renistall it all back together. How tight do I tighten the screws? Is that it pretty much? My main issue was holding in the clutch the bike would still be in gear and want to lurch foward causing it to stall everytime I came to a stop in gear. Hoping this might fix that.Thanks

code3run wrote:So just soak the fiber plates? The clutch basket seems fine with no grooves. It does have a bit of play to it meaning I can turn it back and fourth about 1/2 inch or so, is that normal? So when the new clutch kit comes I will soak the fiber plates, renistall it all back together. How tight do I tighten the screws? Is that it pretty much? My main issue was holding in the clutch the bike would still be in gear and want to lurch foward causing it to stall everytime I came to a stop in gear. Hoping this might fix that.ThanksIf it's "grabbing" or not disengaging then the plates are not worn out. I would be more inclined to think it is either a worn clutch basket (like mentioned check for grooving where the plate tabs contact the basket) or warped plates. Worn plates will cause the clutch to slip, not what you are describing. Did you check the cable slack? There should be about 1/8" max. gap between the lever and perch at the handlebars.

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code3run
Explorer
Oct 22, 2013
nayther wrote:
what kind of valvoline 4 stroke oil did you put in the transmission? Be VERY careful doing that, most oils are not meant for wet clutches because of anti-friction additives.

it said for wet clutches. I hope its good.
nevadanick
Explorer
Oct 17, 2013
Its in my Both my KTM's, my Harley, my Honda Generator, wifes KLX, etc.
nayther
Explorer
Oct 17, 2013
nevadanick wrote:
Shell Rotella is a good choice as a couple of them have the Jaso MA spec for wet clutches. Just look on the back of the bottle for JASO MA

yep, that's what I run in my 450x with a Rekluse clutch. Run it in the crankcase too.
nevadanick
Explorer
Oct 17, 2013
Shell Rotella is a good choice as a couple of them have the Jaso MA spec for wet clutches. Just look on the back of the bottle for JASO MA
nayther
Explorer
Oct 17, 2013
what kind of valvoline 4 stroke oil did you put in the transmission? Be VERY careful doing that, most oils are not meant for wet clutches because of anti-friction additives.
code3run
Explorer
Oct 17, 2013
Well parts came in. I ended up buying some Vavoline 4stroke oil. I put it all togother and bike seems to be running great. Didint know what I was doing but did everything from the internet. I ran it once down the street and seems good so far. Thanks
code3run
Explorer
Oct 11, 2013
Ok when my parts come in im going to bump this post and update you and probably ask more questions.
Thank you
Blackdiamond
Explorer
Oct 11, 2013
nayther wrote:
Blackdiamond wrote:
Yes probably the adjustment but if that doesn't work and the basket looks good then look at the steel plates, they should lie flat it not they are warped, so replace the warped ones.

At that point might as well replace all the plates, IMHO.

Nothing wrong with doing that, just not necessary.
nayther
Explorer
Oct 11, 2013
Blackdiamond wrote:
Yes probably the adjustment but if that doesn't work and the basket looks good then look at the steel plates, they should lie flat it not they are warped, so replace the warped ones.

At that point might as well replace all the plates, IMHO.
Blackdiamond
Explorer
Oct 11, 2013
Yes probably the adjustment but if that doesn't work and the basket looks good then look at the steel plates, they should lie flat it not they are warped, so replace the warped ones.

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