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Overview
To complete the installation, you will be performing the following steps:
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Removal of your stock pressure plate, clutch pack and center clutch
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Installation of the Rekluse Core center clutch
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Installation of Rekluse drive plates with
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friction plates from the stock clutch pack (you will
leave out 1 or 2 stock frictions, depending on model)
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Installation of the Rekluse EXP friction disk
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Installation of the Rekluse EXP pressure plate and springs
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Setting the installed gap for break-in
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Performing clutch break-in
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Re-setting the installed gap after break-in
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Verifying proper free play gain
Installation Tips
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Be sure to use proper eye protection
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Laying the bike on it’s side makes it easier to work on the clutch and eliminates the need to
drain the oil
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Be sure to turn off the gas, work in a ventilated area and be prepared to catch any
gas that may drain from vent tubes
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An air or electric impact wrench works well to remove the center clutch nut
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or place the bike in top gear and hold the rear brake while loosening the center
clutch nut
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Channel-lock style pliers work best to bend the tabs of the lock washer up over the center
clutch nut
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Read and understand the maintenance guide
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Read tuning options before installation to determine desired setting
Tools Needed
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27mm, 29mm, or 30mm socket (for stock center clutch nut)
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32mm (or 1-1/4”) socket (for Rekluse center clutch nut)
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5mm hex key (for Rekluse springs)
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4mm (or 5/32”) hex key (for set screws)
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Channel locks (to bend tabs of Rekluse tab lock washer)
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8mm, 10mm socket (for removing clutch cover and stock springs)