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Rekluse has a complete EXP replacement parts and replacement friction disks for most models.
Contact Rekluse or your authorized Rekluse dealer for more information on replacement parts.
Spare Friction Disk Set
If you need to keep a spare set of friction disks ready for racing situations, pre break-in the friction
disk set. Start by soaking the friction disks in oil for at least 20 minutes. Install the friction disks in
the bike and perform a break-in ride. The best way to break in a set of friction disks is to allow
them to slip moderately at low temperatures and low engine speeds. Slowly starting and stopping
from second and third gear for 10 to 20 minutes is an ideal way to break-in the friction disks.
Clutch Squeal
In some bike models, the clutch may “squeal” at low RPM as the clutch engages. Clutch squeal is
caused by the clutch components vibrating as the clutch engages. Although clutch squeal is
harmless to the engine and clutch, it can be annoying to the rider. For bike models that tend to
have clutch squeal, Rekluse provides x-rings to be installed at the base of the center clutch. The
x-rings dampen the clutch vibrations to eliminate clutch squeal. However, x-rings will change the
clutch lever modulation slightly; creating a softer initial modulation at the lever and increasing the
lever travel to fully disengage the clutch. If any change in clutch lever modulation is undesirable,
there are other options for eliminating clutch squeal.
There are many factors that can cause a clutch to squeal such as un-serviced oil, worn out
friction disks, worn out clutch basket, and certain types of oil. Some bike models are more prone
to clutch squeal than others. If you encounter clutch squeal, you may want to try changing the
type of oil you are using first. Never use oil that is intended for use in an automobile as the oils do
not have the additives necessary to protect your engine. Rekluse recommends the use of a high-
quality, JASO-MA certified oil. The use of Shell Rotella T 15W40, which is JASO-MA certified, will
often cure a squealing clutch.
