Whats the difference between a normal clutch and a slipper?

 

hey, i'm just a noob, but i believe the slipper clutch is some of the newer technology which keeps your back wheel from dragging when downshifting at higher speeds. somebody correct me if i'm wrong.

 

Nope you got it. Nice and simple.

If you have ever ran your bike hard, say in first gear for example taking it to 14k rpm, and let off the gas you'll notice that your back tire will either jump or simply not spin. Now if you have a slipper clutch in the same situation, the clutch "slips" allowing for the tire to turn slightlypreventing wheel stop which causes the rear to jump at high rpm. This is mostly used in race application when dealing with hard downshifts.

 

I believe Sucksuki GSXR come stock with slipper clutches.

 

suzuki is possible, i think its stock now on the r6 and r1.
i cant image why would anyone need it for street application.

 

for bragging rights of course! muahahah...