Motorcycle Clutches
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- Eastern Performance®Clutch Pushrod Kit (J-1-149)Clutch Pushrod Kit (J-1-149) by Eastern Performance®. 1 Piece. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$37.10
- Eastern Performance®Clutch Pushrod Left (A-37090-84A)Clutch Pushrod Left (A-37090-84A) by Eastern Performance®. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over 20...Expertly crafted from superior materialsGuaranteed to perform for a long time$14.64
- Eastern Performance®Clutch Pushrod Left (A-37090-98)Clutch Pushrod Left (A-37090-98) by Eastern Performance®. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over 20...Expertly crafted from superior materialsGuaranteed to perform for a long time$14.64
- Eastern Performance®Clutch Pushrod Left (A-37090-79)Clutch Pushrod Left (A-37090-79) by Eastern Performance®. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over 20...Expertly crafted from superior materialsGuaranteed to perform for a long time$10.94
- Eastern Performance®Clutch Pushrod Retaining Ring (A-11096A)Clutch Pushrod Retaining Ring (A-11096A) by Eastern Performance®. 1 Piece. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$3.86
- Eastern Performance®Clutch Pushrod Right (A-37089-79)Clutch Pushrod Right (A-37089-79) by Eastern Performance®. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over 20...Expertly crafted from superior materialsGuaranteed to perform for a long time$10.94
- Eastern Performance®Clutch Pushrod Right (A-37069-90)Clutch Pushrod Right (A-37069-90) by Eastern Performance®. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over 20...Expertly crafted from superior materialsGuaranteed to perform for a long time$18.31
- Eastern Performance®Clutch Pushrod Right (A-37089-84)Clutch Pushrod Right (A-37089-84) by Eastern Performance®. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over 20...Expertly crafted from superior materialsGuaranteed to perform for a long time$14.64
- Eastern Performance®Clutch Release Inner Ramp (A-25452-87A)Clutch Release Inner Ramp by Eastern Performance®. 1 Piece. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over 20...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$23.03
- Eastern Performance®Clutch Spring Seat Inner (A-37872-90)Clutch Spring Seat Inner by Eastern Performance®. 1 Piece. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over 20...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$7.16
- Eastern Performance®Pressure Plate Retaining Ring (A-37909-90)Pressure Plate Retaining Ring by Eastern Performance®. 1 Piece. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$19.46
- Eastern Performance®Transmission Clutch Hub Nut (A-37495-91)Transmission Clutch Hub Nut by Eastern Performance®. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod models. With over 20 years...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$12.80
- Eastern Performance®Transmission Clutch Hub Nut (A-37496-84)Transmission Clutch Hub Nut (A-37496-84) by Eastern Performance®. 1 Piece. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$14.34
- Eastern Performance®Transmission Clutch Hub Nut (A-37496-41)Transmission Clutch Hub Nut (A-37496-41) by Eastern Performance®. 1 Piece. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster, and V-Rod...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$10.94
- Eastern Performance®Transmission Clutch Hub Nut Locktab Washer (A-37503-41)Transmission Clutch Hub Nut Locktab Washer (A-37503-41) by Eastern Performance®. 1 Piece. Eastern Performance® has a huge selection of the best motorcycle parts & accessories for your Harley Davidson Touring, Softail, Dyna, Sportster,...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$14.37
- Eastern Performance®Twin Power Late Style Clutch Release Kit (A-37228-75)Twin Power Late Style Clutch Release Kit by Eastern Performance®. 1 Piece. Includes oversize throw-out bearing, oil slinger, clutch pushrod, release finger and all necessary bushings and clips. This is a complete throw out bearing and...Crafted with precision using leading innovationsDesigned specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles$14.34
- Graves Motorsports®Clutch Kit (W-WCY-09R1-01)Clutch Kit by Graves Motorsports®. Graves Motorsports R1 Clutch KitGraves Motorsports WORKS R1 Clutch Kit is designed to get rid of the clutches grabbing or "lurching" tendencies on the 09-14 Yamaha R1.Kit includes 1 clutch fiber, 2...Made with innovations for the latest in qualityPerfect for motorcycle applications$88.59
- Graves Motorsports®Clutch Springs (4B1-A6330-70-00)Clutch Springs by Graves Motorsports®. Yamaha YEC Kit Clutch Springs for the 09-14 R1. Kit Springs provide improved feel and a stronger spring rate for better engagement.Made with innovations for the latest in qualityPerfect for motorcycle applications$94.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®Actuator Kit (AK489)Actuator Kit by Hinson Clutch Components®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Creates a smoother, more positive clutch engagementMost efficient cable, bracket and actuator cam system to provide the best clutch feel$199.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®Actuator Kit (AK330)Actuator Kit by Hinson Clutch Components®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Creates a smoother, more positive clutch engagementMost efficient clutch cable bracket and actuator cam system to provide the best clutch feel$184.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit (BTL389)BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit by Hinson Clutch Components®. Used by all major factory teams and riders. Revolutionary slipper clutches used by factory race teams. Precision machined from T-6 aircraft quality aluminum to...Race proven by Team MotoConcepts Racing's Mike AlessiMotoGP developed slipper clutch technology$1,149.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit (BTL213)BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit by Hinson Clutch Components®. Used by all major factory teams and riders. Revolutionary slipper clutches used by factory race teams. Precision machined from T-6 aircraft quality aluminum to...Race proven by Team MotoConcepts Racing's Mike AlessiMotoGP developed slipper clutch technology$1,149.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit (BTL589)BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit by Hinson Clutch Components®. Used by all major factory teams and riders. Revolutionary slipper clutches used by factory race teams. Precision machined from T-6 aircraft quality aluminum to...Race proven by Team MotoConcepts Racing's Mike AlessiMotoGP developed slipper clutch technology$1,149.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit (BTL477)BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit by Hinson Clutch Components®. Used by all major factory teams and riders. Revolutionary slipper clutches used by factory race teams. Precision machined from T-6 aircraft quality aluminum to...Race proven by Team MotoConcepts Racing's Mike AlessiMotoGP developed slipper clutch technology$1,149.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit (BTL255)BTL Series Inner Hub/Pressure Plate Kit by Hinson Clutch Components®. Used by all major factory teams and riders. Revolutionary slipper clutches used by factory race teams. Precision machined from T-6 aircraft quality aluminum to...Race proven by Team MotoConcepts Racing's Mike AlessiMotoGP developed slipper clutch technology$1,149.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®Billetproof™ Clutch Basket (H230)Billetproof™ Clutch Basket by Hinson Clutch Components®. The Winningest Clutch Basket in the World, race proven by all the best teams worldwide including Team Muscle Milk Honda, Team Red Bull KTM, Team Monster Kawasaki, Team Yoshimura...Used by most major factory teams and ridersImproves clutch performance and life$259.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®Billetproof™ Clutch Basket (H641-B-1901)Billetproof™ Clutch Basket by Hinson Clutch Components®. The Winningest Clutch Basket in the World, race proven by all the best teams worldwide including Team Muscle Milk Honda, Team Red Bull KTM, Team Monster Kawasaki, Team Yoshimura...Used by most major factory teams and ridersImproves clutch performance and life$299.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®Billetproof™ Clutch Basket (H195)Billetproof™ Clutch Basket by Hinson Clutch Components®. The Winningest Clutch Basket in the World, race proven by all the best teams worldwide including Team Muscle Milk Honda, Team Red Bull KTM, Team Monster Kawasaki, Team Yoshimura...Used by most major factory teams and ridersImproves clutch performance and life$284.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®Billetproof™ Clutch Basket (H263)Billetproof™ Clutch Basket (H263) by Hinson Clutch Components®. The Winningest Clutch Basket in the World, race proven by all the best teams worldwide including Team Muscle Milk Honda, Team Red Bull KTM, Team Monster Kawasaki, Team...Used by most major factory teams and ridersImproves clutch performance and life$259.99
- Hinson Clutch Components®Billetproof™ Clutch Basket (H216)Billetproof™ Clutch Basket (H216) by Hinson Clutch Components®. The Winningest Clutch Basket in the World, race proven by all the best teams worldwide including Team Muscle Milk Honda, Team Red Bull KTM, Team Monster Kawasaki, Team...Used by most major factory teams and ridersImproves clutch performance and life$259.99
Some riders prefer to take their bikes to highly-skilled and experienced mechanics for service and repairs, but if you like to maintain and fix your machine with your own hands, you have to know how its main systems work. A motorcycle clutch is a mechanical assembly designed to function as a coupling between the engine and driveline. The system allows the rider to engage and disengage this link by pushing a clutch lever normally positioned over a left handlebar grip, which ensures easier starts and smooth shifting between gears. The clutch is positioned in between the engine’s crankshaft and transmission input shaft.
When the clutch lever is pulled, the crankshaft continues to spin while the transmission stops transferring rotational power to the rear wheel. When you let out the lever slowly, the inner components of the clutch assembly gradually force both shafts to spin together. The main clutch assembly consists of an outer basket connected to the engine's crankshaft via a gear train, inner basket or inner hub with splines for the connection with the transmission input shaft, clutch pack, and pressure plate. The clutch pack consists of alternating ring-shaped steel and friction plates stacked together. The pressure plate is fastened with clutch bolts over coil springs.
Friction plates are connected to the outer basket via splines, the same as plain steel plates are coupled with the inner hub. It means that when the whole clutch pack is pressed together by the pressure plate, friction forces both types of plates to rotate together. When you push the lever, you disengage the clutch via hydraulic system or cable by causing coil springs on the pressure plate to compress allowing friction plates and plain steel discs to rotate independently, which means that the crankshaft and transmission are disconnected too. As a result, the engine shaft can continue to rotate when the bike is stationary.
Also, you can switch gears smoothly by intentionally letting plates to slip thus ensuring gradual progression between engaged and disengaged states. This slipping action between friction and plain plates means that they wear over time, and sooner or later, your clutch may fail to engage fully even though the lever is all the way out. Sure, you can modify your clutch by installing stiffer clutch springs so that the pressure plate can press the sandwiched clutch pack together with greater force, but it means that you will have to press harder on the clutch lever to disengage it. If your clutch is slipping when it shouldn’t, it is time to replace your clutch pack.
To prolong the service life and efficiency of your clutch, you can choose a performance clutch kit featuring improved friction plate compound. The majority of modern bikes use wet motorcycle clutches, which means that during its operation, the clutch pack is cooled by engine oil. Thanks to this oil bath, the pack can take serious abuse. When changing your engine oil, make sure that it is labeled “MA” or “MA2”, which means that the oil is formulated to work with motorcycle’s wet clutch. On the digital shelves of our store, you can find everything that you may need to service or modify the clutch of your motorcycle.
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