Delboy's Garage, Motorcycle Clutch Replacement .
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- Replacing the clutch in a 1999 Kawasaki ZX7-R.
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Thank you for being the first person to ever successfully explain to me how a multi plate clutch actually works! Great video. Thank you.
Thank you my friend, that's a great honour, am glad you enjoyed it and it wsa a pleasure to help!
@@Moonfleet41 another great vid think i need to do this on my old GPX its just started slipping and cable is fully adjusted, was just wondering if it would be ok to use copper grease on the gasket as thats all i have at the moment? Thanks Del
Changed so many clutch's over the years but never though of making a dowel from a bolt to Aline the cover,That right there is a life lesson i will surely use in the future , Thank for that Del
Most welcome mate, just a little ghetto fix, they're great for getting you out of trouble aye?!
Good morning my friend can tell me if the part cod honda 22000 MCJ 305, fits in our CBR954 2003 I'm from Brazil
Fantastic! Very informative.
It's always reassuring to hear things like "be very careful to.." or "make sure you don't.."
It means you have the experience to know how to do it wrong, and make sure nobody else does.
Top man
You are a legend mate I would never have attempted changing the clutch before watching this video it was so precise on a step by step which helps all us untrained bike owners thanks again del 5* mate
A quarter inch torque wrench! I knew there was another tool i needed to buy. Good video as always.
I've watched a bunch of different videos about this clutch job. You are the first to tell of the importance of inspecting the basket for wear. I wouldn't have thought of that. You're a font of knowledge in all your videos. Not just telling your viewers what to do, but why. Thanks for all the help, Delboy!
You are welcome, glad you enjoy the videos.
Mr. Delroy. I´ve followed your channel for years and I cannot tell you how thankful I am. In fact, you taught me to also share my knowledge (investments) for free but I am not going to do any advertisement.
The reason of my message is to let you know that this weekend I will attempt to change the clutch on my Kawasaki Zephyr 550B. I had a slippery clutch so I just bought what I needed online.
I am not sure if I will succeded, but if I do I would like to dedicate my repair to you, good sir. I will follow your instructions and I am confident I will make it happen.
Thanks once again and I hope you keep providing great videos.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback Alec, it's good to hear that the videos can inspire you to get involved in your maintenance, im sure you'll make a perfectly good job of it, take your time and enjoy each step, it should be an adventure, not a chore. Have fun and good luck.. Del.
Clear, Concise, and Clean. This guy is awesome!
Well, that was the first video I have watched from you and I want to say I've thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you. I really appreciate how you've done it - sensible explanations, valuable tips from your years of experience, no fluff, no annoying background music and clear step by step how to's. I will be watching more from your channel. Fantastique!!!
Thank you for your kind feedback. Welcome aboard!
Brilliant wisdom by experience in the details.
I'm about to do my V-Strom 650 with 104k km on it, never done it before, now confident I can do it well.
Thank You!
Good to hear it, and wow that's some impressive mileage, good luck!
what a great explination, in a few days im about to replace my plates at my xt660z. this tutorial is gold. thanks man
Most welcome. No problem 👍 glad it could help out !
You're garage videos are great. I like that you always explain why you do the things the way you do.
Excellent clip !! Thanx for your knowledge and expierence of explaining. My bike has 33000 miles and clutch case has never been opened . I just ordered parts to do it . I really liked the soaking in oil for 24 hours . New one on me cause ive never replaced clutch plates before . Oh yeah , subscribed and looking for more Great Info on bikes 🏍 THANX AGAIN !!
Glad it helped, good luck with it mate.
I just like to give credit where credit it due, I've been a teacher at varying levels my whole career and your instruction/demonstrations and explanations are first-class.
Thank you so much for your kind words of support..
@@Moonfleet41 What's the substance you put on the oil sump bolt? I couldn't make it out. cheers
@@mudjumperktm The sealant for the sump plug would have been Blue Hylomar.. still readily available.. !
Dear Delboy, I have to say I have learnt a lot just watching this video! I have a 2019 suzuki V-Strom 250 and after about 15 minutes of riding the bike, the gear shifting becomes very difficult. So I'm going to do this myself but all thanks to you for giving me the courage!
Thanks mate, im glad the video could help and inspire you, Hope you can get it all sorted out.
Del, just watched this great video today, which gave me the confidence and know how to do the clutch on my 1983/Suzuki gsx 250. It’s only been four years in the rebuild, but finally took it round the block today for first time, and realised the clutch wasn’t performing. Cheers!
Большое спасибо. За такое подробное видео по замене сцепления. )
You are most welcome.
I would like to say your camera person does an excellent job of being still in the shots and that’s important for us to not get sea sick.
Props to Penny! ☺️
Hi Rodney, thank you for the kind words on the camera work, I'm no professional, but I try my hardest to prevent that sea sickness effect, glad you appreciate it, kind regards, Penny!
Ollie B: Thanks Ollie, appreciate your support and shout out ! PPx
Brilliant! Very well done with detailed explanation of the entire job. Thank you so much. Cheers!
You're very welcome!
Restoring my 1988 Yamaha FJ 1200 I can't tell you how much I appreciate your channel great work many thanks you've saved me a bomb .
Most welcome Sir, glad it helped you, and happy the videos were of use!
I’m just starting a restoration on a couple of bikes that I’ve picked up on the cheap, one of which is a 1980 Suzuki 750. This is a completely new endeavor for me. Clutch work was one of my fears, even basic stuff. Thanks to you I’m breathing a sigh of relief right now. Thanks for your tutorial.
Most welcome my friend, glad the video could help you, it's so much easier when you see it done aye?! Good luck with your projects, all the best, D&Px
About to replace clutch on zzr1400 watched endless youtube videos to understand process. This video was by far the most valuable in terms of clear direction, important do's and don't with clear tips but more importantly clear video imagery showing details. excellent delivery.
Thank you so much for your very kind feedback, we're glad to hear the video can help you out... best of luck with your clutch change!
Absolutely brilliant explanation about a quick clutch change. I’m actually looking forward to changing mine now..ha. 👍🏽
Thanks for the feedback Chris. Glad it helped.
You, my friend are an excellent mechanic, clean, careful and accurate.
I’m very old now and gave away my 82 Katana 1000cc with 25 thousand miles.
Had it for 40 years, I’m 79 now and my days are over but I still love learning from people like you.
Cheers, from Costa Rica.
Thank you for your kind words Ernest, it's good to hear from you. im glad the videos can help you and that you enjoy them. and what a fabulous bike, one of the legends of motorcycling for sure.. Take care and have a good week.. Del.
Thank you for sharing all of this knowledge and experience. I'm about to replace my bike's pack at 55,000 miles because she slips under hard acceleration, and knowing what to look for during the process is very valuable! Too many videos out there showing a friction plate swap with no other info.
3rd time I found and watched this Video. Big Thank You to you and Camera person ;-)
Helped me replace Clutch on VX800. There's a moving back-torque limiter, 4 short bolts go there . . . . . tricky! Used the long ones for clutch sleeve hub to hold it in place first. . . . . through Draiper 1/4 torque wrench accross garden, used "Palmaris longus" torque setting. . . .
Now to get fuel pump out of the deepest caverns of the bowels of this POS. . . . . . scunn'urd
Front cylinder intermittent/not firing. . . .checked spark and tried to balance Carbs. . . . . vacuum return to pump next step.
Great video clear and concise . Goes over all the important bits you need to look out for..
The bit about using a bolt cut off for alignment is a method I've always used particularly when assembling a split engine case it's so easy to knock something out of place if you don't use guide dowels .I've used bright bar and threaded it in several lengths and sizes m6 , m8 etc. His work method is the same that way that I go about a job. On a bike and even my own you have to do it RIGHT no half measures . I don't do half jobs and this guy does the same . All clear instructions that are easily understood for those that are not sure. One important tool for use on any bike is the torque wrench . Buy a good one
I have a 1/2 " and 3/8" plus reducing adaptors to 1/4" .
It's too easy to over tightened bolts in an all aluminium engine cases. The gasket method fitting is domething I always advocate doing , trying to get bits of old gasket off an engine in the bike is a no no from me. Look forward to any new videos I enjoy watching a master class that's good for the novices to learn from doing their own maintenance and getting it right.
Great, useful, informative, clear, concise and a great camera operator.
I really like how you lay the parts out. I’ve learnt my lesson thinking I’ll remember details. Now I also take photos and videos.
first goes out gets in first
I wish you had this video a year ago when I was rebuilding my clutch on my Honda. Excellent job description, very thurow.
In a word...Genius! Technique, explanation and tips.
Saved in my archives with the fork rebuild.. Top job del thanks
Thanks buddy, glad you could use it !
excellent Sir! I really liked the tips and the reasons you gave for everything you have been doing.
Glad it was helpful!
One of the best clear videos I’ve watched. Very professional 👍 I’ve subscribed
Best instructional videos on TH-cam.
Thank you so much Thomas, you are very kind sir.
Great job on the video. No BS just the facts people need. Incase you ever wanted to know you present well, and speak well to be understood and also appear confident in your work.
Thank you for taking time yo do this.
Thank you Eric. I appreciate that!
Just when my clutch is slipping and in need of changing you post this gem 👍 a great, very informative video, nice one !!
Wow that’s lifetime lesson you gave ! I love ppl like you detailing every bit you do, you must love your job do much ❤️
Nicely done. I just ordered a set of steel and pressure plates and the springs for my bike, just because of how bad its slipping and it's a new to me bike.
EXCELLENT video! I’m about to do my first clutch pack replacement on my ‘22 ZX10R and this info is gold. Thank you!
Glad it helped!
I've had the parts to change my clutch for a few months but I've been putting it off - now I've seen this video I'm ready to go! Thanks for making it - you're a top tutor!
Thanks Adam, that's very kind of you, glad to hear the video could hep you out, always happy to lend a hand if you stuck mate, good luck !
Bloody brilliant. Thanks for this. Great advice. I’m just about to replace the clutch on my Kawasaki GPX750R. Thanks again!
No problem 👍
No manufacturer pre-oils clutch plates! Pull in clutch lever, plates get covered in oil ….and on and on. Love your videos. Thanks.
One of the best man online.. with very good old tips for a proper job done. Wish you all the best!
I needed to replace the clutch plates on an 1989 Honda PC800 and the shop was backed up at least a month. This video gave me the confidence to do it myself. Unfortunately I had a tough time with the old original gasket, but I found other tips online to deal with it. Great commentary on the video. Well done!
Most welcome Bob. Glad it helped.
A great video Del. Clutch changes are one of the simole jobs that people are too afraid to try due to a lack of information. You sir have played a roll in fixing that and saving people money!
Thank you very much Bert, it's usually just the fear of the unknown aye, its always more reassuring when you see someone else do it !
This is the most instructional video I have found for clutch work. I actually enjoyed the complete video and the camera work is excellent. Thanks for caring enough to pass on your skill and knowledge to the seekers out here. Now, to resurrect my remnant bike. It is all about the varnished carbs first + rust in tank. Hah.. Cheers. H.
Hey Hugh, great to hear from you and you're very welcome, it's good to know that the videos are of use, good luck with your project, have fun with it and let us know how it goes! Ride safe.
Did a clear clutch cover and polished the cover. Put some LED’s around it and cut the fairing to show it off. Looks great and people ask about it all the time
Fantastic video my friend! Thank you for covering all the details that the other videos missed without taking hours to do it. You had the perfect balance of information and speed.
Glad it was helpful!
Having only ever done clutches on cars, it made me uneasy watching you get the clutch plates covered in oil! Goes against everything i know haha, great informative video sir!
It does indeed mate, I think only BMW bikes have a single plate dry clutch...! I guess it's just a differnt technology !
I think most Ducati's have dry clutches too?
@@Moonfleet41 you take a lot of pride in what you do. Didnt know i could use grease on a gasket face. Good idea!
Good tip about the manual, there are occasionally some things which can catch out even experienced mechanics. Prime example, FZR clutches need the pressure plate fitting in a particular orientation (dot on the plate aligns with a triangle on the basket, and unusually there is a specific way around for the steels to go, rounded face inwards, sharp edge outwards. I've not seen that on any other clutch, but ignore either point and the clutch will slip.
Your "Right On" you give great videos... With good advice.. 👍
This kind of vid has always been my favoiurite. Really enjoyed watching this one. Thanks.
Cheers buddy, appreciate your support!
amazing.. i am going to buy a bike just to work on it. These little tricks are priceless. thanks
You are an expert teacher of how to do this job. Well impressed mate 👍🏻
Thanks Jim 👍
Man. That makes it seem so manageable. Thanks for all these kind of videos. 👍
Thanks, right up my street this tutorial. Keep up the good work, you've kept my bike on the road over the years with your content, for sure my bike would not be on the road without your help. Cheers, ride safe 👍
Thanks mate, much appreciated, really glad the video can help you!
Thank you bud for showing us how to do a clutch on a motorbike, it a lot easier doing a clutch on a motorbike then a car that for sure
Sure is buddy, glad you got it done.
Delboy from my Apprenticeship days in the RAF the definition of a Bolt and a Screw anything with a full threaded shank is a Screw and anything with a Plain shank and tread is a Bolt
I really find these videos very helpful and you explain things very well and easy to understand. Thanks Del
Most welcome Daniel.. Glad to help!
Definitely the best video on youtube regarding clutch replacement and ive watched nearly all of them! Good work fella!
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent video. Informative, knowledgeable, well said. My hat off to you!
Thanks Timothy, much appreciated!
Great video. No bs and very informative. You really know your stuff. Thanks
WELL EXPLAINED SIR. VERY CLEAR AND THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR VIDEO. PHILIPPINES.
Thx, good teacher...you give all details, nothing was ignored..
You are welcome!
Very informative and it made the whole process less daunting for the novice.
As regards the oil filter, I always fill the filters with fresh oil before spinning it on as it means that the bearings get the oil sooner than waiting for the pump to fill the filter and I always spin the motor up with new oil without the plugs in to generate oil pressure with the minimum load . Being a horizontal filter is no problem as the internal valves prevent the oil draining out. Also, chrome filters are a bad deal and only bearable for bling motors where the filter is exposed. The chrome finish does not allow for the heat to escape and indeed it can absorb heat, which on your bike has the exhaust and the rad immediately infront of the filter with any inlet air being ducted through those hot parts onto the filter. There is a very good reason why the OE part is black and that is to get rid of the heat.
this guy knows his staff. he super at explaining. A+
appreciate all the hard work.. great tip i will be watching more educational trip from you master god bless!
Well done, D&P! As others have said, these types of videos have to be my favorite. Very clear, well explained, with humor and professionalism....tucked away for when it's needed. Thank you!
Thanks Allen, glad you can use it, all the best, keep in touch, D&Px
As always an excellent source of information. Appreciate all the hard work that goes into making these
a very detailed explanation of your work...appreciated that ! Love from America !
Glad it was helpful Sir, appreciate you taking the time to get in touch!
Thank you Delboy's Garage, for another master class in motorcycle mechanics, love your videos full of great little tips and information. Very enjoyable viewing.
Most welcome buddy, glad it helps you!
Fantastic. I will definately be giving this a go. Great tip applying grease to the gasket. Brilliant!!
Great Video man. Even the soaking of the plates for 24 hours. All of us from the riding community appreciate your work!👍💪👊
Thank you Barry, it's very encouraging to hear that.. makes all the harder parts of it worthwhile..
91 dislikes are dry clutches
Really nice tutorial. Thanks 🙏
You do such a beautiful job of explaining in detail the steps involved. Great video!.
Thank you Sir, glad you enjoyed it!
Absolutely perfect presentation and clear communication! Perfect!
Thank yo ufor your kind words my friend, glad you enjoyed the video.
Thank you for the small tips while doing this job!! You've just helped a fellow rider save some change, about to do a rebuild on my 97 Kaw 900r! Good job and Ride Safe Bro!! ✌🏾
No problem 👍, you're most welcome, and thank you for the feedback.
superb mechanical skills, well thought through, excellent implementation. Pro all the way.
Awesome Video, I love the idea of cutting the heads off the Bolts....P&D Have A Wonderful Week And Ride Safely.
Hi Paul, great to hear from you! Getting a little colder here now, sleet and 4degrees today, that was a shock to the system lol... have a safe week yourself, D&Px
Never learned so much than I have from your channel, thank you. Got an old Virago 750 that I’m about to change the clutch, sort out the starter then the carbs 👍🏻
Great to hear Stewart, and glad to help mate, !
Another great video. Really clear instructions as usual. Keep them coming!
Thanks Andy!
Great vid and so informative especially for the gasket greased on outside,I have always used blue hylomar on outside but it makes sense to grease it..another lesson from my bike guru. Thanks Del!
Cheers buddy, glad you could use it, all lessons learned by making mistakes aye?! The first time you have to spend scraping gasket material off an engine with all the bits dropping in the oil ways, you'll soon learn to grease it so it comes off in one piece lol Thanks for your kind words, much appreciated!
Aye! You’re speaking my language now to many’s a gasket I’ve had to scrape off and it’s a painstakingly nasty job cos you don’t want to damage the surface cause an oil leak it has to be flush,grease!so simple!
Another lesson learned
Aye cheers again boss
Another great video and congratulations to you both. Always a pleasure to watch, and Del, you have the gift of explaining things in a simple way without talking down to your audience. I have replaced clutches on both cars and bikes and would prefer to do the job on a bike any day!
I know this is a motorbike channel, but I thought I would mention that your gradual star pattern tightening of the clutch springs is also applicable to lug nuts on the wheels of cars, trucks, trailers, etc. When I was in my teens my Dad taught me how to torque wheel lug nuts properly. He learned himself at a young age from a heavy equipment mechanic, who explained that fasteners torqued in this way can be relied upon not to loosen... especially useful when those fasteners are difficult to access.
Typically after hand tightening lug nuts I will lower the wheel to the ground, then tighten all of the nuts in a star pattern to 1/3 of the torque spec. Repeat the process at 2/3 of the spec and again at 100%. Nowadays it's common for car and RV repair shops to warn you to check lug nut torque after driving for a short amount. With this method, that's not necessary; I've done spot checks and have never found a loose lug nut.
I also like the tip for headless bolts as dowels - very clever!
FYI a good video on how a motorcycle clutch works: th-cam.com/video/agLa0A8GAfc/w-d-xo.html
Hi John, you're absolutely right, back in the mid-80's I trained as a bus fitter, so that information is bang on correct... the standard practice these days, after torquing in increments as you explain, is to torque check again after 24hrs... and at the company I currently work for, it's actually a legal requirement, the vehicle can't go on the road until it's been done. Great to see that old traditions never change, means they must be right aye... Thanks for sharing your insight, keep in touch, all the best, Del
Really enjoying your videos,
I like the clean methodical approach you take , I am very much the same , I hate these videos where people take things apart in poor conditions with tools everywhere..
Nice clear explanation too..
Excellent video! These types are my favorite but they're all awesome
You're too kind buddy, but we much appreciate your support!
After dragracing Suzuki’s for the last 28 years I can tell you the OEM clutch plates are the best. I have installed a lot of clutch plates over the years. OEM clutch plates and heavy duty springs works great. And if you’re not a drag racer you can buy a pack of heavy duty springs and only put in three of the six (every other one) spacing them out of course. That will give you extra tension on your clutches without being so hard to pull in at the red lights.
Thanks buddy for those great tips and advice, I'm currently contemplating the time honoured clutch mod for my Hayabusa, sick of it chattering and lurching off launch, tossing up between the spacer ring and buying a billet clutch slipper... not so sure about welding it, the consequences of it breaking up, or failing, are pretty severe but I will certainly stick 3 extra strong springs in for sure at the same time!
Delboy's Garage you are welcome! If you like to drag race a little bit the clutch mod is a must. I have done it on all three of my Hayabusa’s. Two of mine were welded but the last one I did the billet.
Great video, audio and thorough explanation with a nice pace. All on point, I appreciate your experience and willingness to help others! Thanks so much and I hope you keep on making your videos!
Thank you for your very kind words, I appreciate that!
Great job! Love how you explain the whole process. By the way.....nice hat. I live 30 minutes away from Toad Suck Harley. Been there many times.
thank you very much - i find your how to videos better than anybody else's.
Glad you like them!
By far the most therapeutic video I've watched recently, really enjoyed it... Good clear instructions that made the job look simple enough even for the likes of me 😂.. I must admit I regularly check for skid marks and if found dispose of immediately 💩💩😃
I've actually found jobs like this are counter productive, you never really sure a problem like this, cos if you opent he clutch and find skid marks, cure the clutch, then take the bike out, load the throttle and flip the clutch, you will immediately find the skid marks transfer to the other place lol
Thanks Delboy
You’ve saved me a lot of money over several years.
Just replaced the steels and friction plates on my 2019 XT250; did you know that two of the six friction plates are 'heavy duty' and have to be positioned in the middle of the pack ?. AND I uncovered a big discussion as to which way the steel plates should be orientated- ie smooth side in or out... as long as they are all the same it seems it is probably OK but there are two tribes on this issue !
Great explanation. I’ll be working on my nighthawk next weekend and I’ll be following your advice. My bike is 35 years old and I’m almost sure the original clutch is still in. Great tip about tie cork material and how to check it. Thank you for posting
good afternoon friend, i am from Brazil, i follow all your videos and i have learned a lot with you, i have a ninja zx6r year 2002, thanks for your knowledge and share with everyone, my name is Herbert Vasconcelos. strong hug.
Thank you very much for sharing all this information and experiences. I learned a lot from this video. Greetings from Turkey
great video, and great attitude,if it aint broke, don't replace it, saves money, and gives your clients a cause to give you a good name; because you didn't take every chance to rip them off!!, you did the 'Honest job", only what was realy neccisary to do.
I like this guy because he uses the same techniques as I would do the job. I've just watched a video which was silent with no instructions what so ever and made a series of errors during the clutch replacement. If you want to see a job done correctly check out Del boys worksop, great work ethics the way it should be very concise instructions which anyone with a modicum of engineering know how can follow.
Fully recommend his video's
Thanks for the great vid , I also have a ZX7R and have found your fighter uploads enormously helpful in doing jobs on my bike I wouldn't have had a clue otherwise. Next job over winter that needs doing funnily enough is my clutch lol which started slipping under load this summer. Now, thanks to your video I have a clear understanding of the job which doesn't look difficult now.
Hi Stuart, my word, that's appropriate, couldn't have worked better aye?! Good luck with yours, as you can see, it's a simple enough job, make a choice whether you want to invest in the steel plates as well, think they're about £7.50 each, so another £40ish on the bill, or you could check the old ones and see how they are... but you'll love the feel of the clutch with the uprated springs, much beefier! Good luck with it, Del
@@Moonfleet41 my bike is a keeper so I'll probably do the steels as well, thanks for your reply, looking forward to many more videos from you. Thanks again Del
I have now seen a couple of your videos and you explain things very well and detailed. You have just got another subscriber. Great job👍
Welcome aboard, thanks for your your support!