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What happens when the clutch goes out on a motorcycle?
To tell if your motorcycle clutch is bad, you’ll need to look for signs such as unexplained high revs and lowered gas mileage. Other signs of a bad clutch may also include a stuck clutch lever, hard shifts accompanied by a clunking sound or jerk, and difficulty getting the motorcycle to shift gears.
When should a motorcycle clutch be replaced?
Typically you can expect your a motorcycle clutch to last between 20 000 and 60 000 miles. A clutch that is often slipped in the friction zone and that is not properly maintained may need replacement after as little as 5 000 miles, while many riders do well over 100 000 miles on the original clutch.
How do I protect my motorcycle clutch?
The key is to use a lubricant specifically formulated for wet clutches, such as AMSOIL synthetic motorcycle and dirt bike oils. They contain no friction modifiers or extreme-pressure additives.
How do I know if my clutch plate is gone?
If you’re experiencing any of the below symptoms, you may need a clutch replacement:
- Spongy, sticking, vibrating or loose clutch pedal when pressed.
- Squeaking or grumbling noise when pressed.
- Ability to rev the engine, but poor acceleration.
- Difficulty shifting gear.
How much does it cost to replace clutch on motorcycle?
Labor adds significantly to the clutch replacement cost when you entrust it to professionals. Total labor costs will vary between $500 and $700, making for a total repair cost that can fall anywhere between $600 and $1,1000.
How do I know if my clutch is slipping motorcycle?
Symptoms: A slipping clutch is quickly recognizable when you’re twisting the throttle with reckless abandon while the machine is in gear, yet the rear wheel isn’t rotating in unison with the engine’s rpm. If you’re wound out in third gear and only accelerating at a snail’s pace, then something is wrong.
What to do if your clutch won’t disengage?
After trying this several this several times disengage the clutch (pull the lever) and try putting the bike in gear. It the bike dies restart is and try again, this time while giving it some throttle (be sure nothing is in front of you as you will probably lurch forward).
How to disengage the clutch on a Kawasaki?
Start the engine and let it warm up fully, then apply the clutch and rev the engine, release and repeat several times. After trying this several this several times disengage the clutch (pull the lever) and try putting the bike in gear.
Why do my clutch plates keep sticking together?
I always hold the brake if I am starting it in gear. With a wet clutch, Often if the bike is left sitting and not ridden for some time, then the clutch plates with stick together. How badly they stick has a lot to do with the condition of the plates, the oil, how dirty the oil is, and how long since the clutch was used.