I was looking at replacing the clutch, and found this EBC SRK kit for my 2006 f4i. I run synthetic of course, and do not stunt or pop wheel stands.
Want a good clutch that lasts, and at reasonable cost. I figure if I am going to replace the clutch at 25,000 miles, I should replace all clutch parts.

I just want some current input on a clutch kit that fits my needs.

Thanks!

 

What is your aversion to the OEM one? There are a lot of reviews discussing it through google. The general trend I saw when I was shopping for clutches is that they say no synthetic, some people were able to run synthetic with no slippage some not. most did not like the feel of the clutch compared to OEM, it grabbed harder and was harder to release. I opted for the OEM clutch - it cost more but less problems and with heavy duty springs it fit what I wanted better.

Edit: I should also say that this also applies to barnett and db clutches as well.

 

One of the EBC kits specifically state you can't use a synthetic with their fiction discs. Go OEM. Get the plates, get the discs, get the springs and even get the bolts. I did when my bike needed a clutch. OEM lasted you 25k? Chances are OEM will last you another 25k.

Is the price an issue? Throw me a PM and I'll get you brand new OEM for cheap. If you're willing to pay the bucks for full synthetic every 3000 miles, you should be willing to pay the bucks for a quality clutch pack at 25k.

 

No complaints with OEM here. At 25k miles ans still original. When I replace it I will stay with OEM

 

Just for perspective on the durability of the OEM clutch in our rides, see post #16 in this thread: https://cbrforum.com/forum/f4i-main-...-146203/page2/ Note the mileage in his signature block "Black/Red `04 CBR 600 F4i 259,500 miles and counting quick". Good real world info on oil also.

 

Clutch at 25k? Time to learn how to use a clutch dude. Oem is the only way to go.

 

45K and still have my original clutch. no slipping or anything.

 

My clutch is not slipping, but a mechanic told me a couple of months ago I might need to replace it soon. Runs great now. Most of my mileage was put on 70 miles of twisties a day for my commute. Lets just say this past year was a fun, commuting from Julian Ca.,(The Mountains) to Downtown Coastal San Diego. 10 times above average clutch usage! I was riding hard on a daily basis in the mountains. 26,000 miles on my bike and still running great. CCT, Battery, Brakes, Chain and Sprokets is all I have replaced. Just want to order a clutch, and be prepared to replace it when it's time.Oh, yeah, and time for tires soon, 13,000 miles on my Pilot Road 2's!! Great Tires! Might change to the Road 3's. Anybody using them?

 

A clutch either slips or it doesn't. If tension is going, it's the springs. What'd he do, take out the clutch discs/plates and mic them to spec?

Don't be defensive about how long your clutch lasts. I've seen clutches burnt out at under 10k and others last way way wayyyy longer than that. Some racers actually use feathering the clutch to manage load through a turn and you don't even know how many clutch packs a fast 2 stroke rider will run through in a season.

 

I ride Ortega Hwy everyday, 80 miles/day. First 929 had 80k on the original clutch when that truck pulled out. I've put 10k (24k total) on my current one with no clutch problems at all. I don't ride easy either...

It sounds to me like the mechanic needed work.