CLUTCH
2006 MASTIFF
MAJOR COMPONENTS
MANUAL, MULTI-PLATE CLUTCH
The purpose of the clutch is to engage and
disengage the flow of power from the engine to the transmission. A multi-plate clutch
assembly is attached to the transmission input shaft. The transmission drive sprocket is
attached to this clutch basket and is driven by the engine via a double row primary chain.
A starter ring gear, also attached to this clutch assembly, engages with the starter motors
pinion gear to start the engine. The clutch is manually operated through a lever mounted
on the left side handlebar.
The life of the clutch can be greatly prolonged by following these simple guidelines:
1. Resist the urge to ride the clutch (holding the clutch lever partially compressed).
2. When shifting gears, make sure the throttle is closed before you engage or disengage
the clutch.
3. Keep your fingers from between the clutch hand lever and the handlebar grip when
compressing so the clutch can fully disengage.
4. From a dead stop or at slow speeds in low gears, the clutch should be engaged slowly
yet deliberately. At higher speeds and in higher gears, engage and disengage the clutch
with a swift and deliberate action.
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