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Clutch slipping on my Indy R1
james h - 7/9/09 at 11:33 PM

When putting my foot down in 4th and above gears, the engine revs increase too fast (especially above 8000rpm) - I am sure the clutch is slipping. (R1 5JJ engine)

I think I have seen on here that the best option is to get OEM plates but to use barnet springs - is this right?

Having never changed the clutch I am wondering if its an easy job? Also, where should I get the plates/springs from? Is it likely to be expensive?

Thanks for any help

James


Major Stare - 8/9/09 at 06:16 AM

Asked a similar question recently......CLICKY


smart51 - 8/9/09 at 06:57 AM

Some people fit 2 yamaha springs to stiffen up the clutch pedal and give less slip. It just so happens that I have 2 such plates for sale, if you want one. It could be that your clutch is worn and this could cause it to slip. I happen to have a nearly new set of clutch plates for sale should you need them

I had a barnett clutch plate with uprated springs and it was lovely, if a tad expensive. It is a really easy job to do. With a little luck, you may get away with reusing the original gasket, as long as it sticks to only one of the mating surfaces.


BenB - 8/9/09 at 07:18 AM

Some people also put washers under the springs to tighten things up a bit....


Coose - 8/9/09 at 07:26 AM

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Originally posted by BenB
Some people also put washers under the springs to tighten things up a bit....


Can't do that on an early R1 Ben, they use a diaphragm spring.