666metalmaiden
XS400 Member
Hi Guys,
So Im attempting to work out why my clutch is slipping etc etc. I thought I would eliminate all probable causes, starting with checking the condition of the plates. I have opened the girl up, and taken some pics (attached). To me the friction plates (pic2) look ok, but was wondering if the grooves on the side of the friction plate (pic 1) is of concern? I've checked the tolerance of the friction plate and its just a little over the minimum requirement, so was thinking of changing these anyway.
As you can see in pic 3 there is a little surface rust on the steel plate, will this eventually wear away, or would it be best to replace these as well??
I dont know a great deal of history on this bike as I only purchased it earlier this year. All I do know is that it hasnt been registered since 2009 and has probably sat around for most of that time. Hence the surface rust.
Also, I cant find it in my manual anywhere, but can someone tell me if the clutch springs are supposed to be tensioned with a torque wrench? If so what is the required tension??
Your input will be greatly appreciated. Cheers and thanx!!
So Im attempting to work out why my clutch is slipping etc etc. I thought I would eliminate all probable causes, starting with checking the condition of the plates. I have opened the girl up, and taken some pics (attached). To me the friction plates (pic2) look ok, but was wondering if the grooves on the side of the friction plate (pic 1) is of concern? I've checked the tolerance of the friction plate and its just a little over the minimum requirement, so was thinking of changing these anyway.
As you can see in pic 3 there is a little surface rust on the steel plate, will this eventually wear away, or would it be best to replace these as well??
I dont know a great deal of history on this bike as I only purchased it earlier this year. All I do know is that it hasnt been registered since 2009 and has probably sat around for most of that time. Hence the surface rust.
Also, I cant find it in my manual anywhere, but can someone tell me if the clutch springs are supposed to be tensioned with a torque wrench? If so what is the required tension??
Your input will be greatly appreciated. Cheers and thanx!!