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Will a new clutch last the trip

Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2016 5:57 pm
by kevingrahambutler
I've just put a new clutch in the bike even though the clutch in is ok, I'm not sure how many miles I should expect to get out of a new clutch,
I'm debating wether to take the spare clutch I took out with me with the spares.

Re: Will a new clutch last the trip

Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2016 12:09 am
by ActionManMelb
Average life of an XT600 clutch in the hands of a careful rider is over 40,000km. I have opened clutches on XT's with over 60,000 and the clutch plates (original) are like new.

Just avoid slipping the clutch in tight situations. If you find yourself having to, then you need to look at your gearing.

Re: Will a new clutch last the trip

Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2016 4:23 pm
by kevingrahambutler
That's good to know,,,, I do ride hard on occasions but I don't think I will on this trip I want my tyres to last till I get to Canada

Re: Will a new clutch last the trip

Posted: Sun Jan 31, 2016 7:41 am
by ActionManMelb
If you are travelling light, here is an old trick to get you out of a jam.

Just carry one spare steel and one friction plate. If you manage to burn up the clutch you can just add either one steel or both to the clutch pack.
This will restore function till you can make more permanent repairs. :shades:

Re: Will a new clutch last the trip

Posted: Sun Jan 31, 2016 11:26 am
by kevingrahambutler
Thanks actionman that's a good point,

Re: Will a new clutch last the trip

Posted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 10:05 pm
by kevingrahambutler
The clutch that's in my Tenere looks as if it has loads of life, I've taken it out and replaced it with a new one for my trip, I'll keep the used one as a replacement for another rebuild