I forgot to mention in the video, when replacing the snap ring it also has a sharp edge side and a rounded edge side, the sharp edge should face out :) Also please bear in mind I'm not a mechanic so follow along at your own risk :) I had the bike out for a spin since and the actual functioning clutch is sooooooooooooooo much better.
This stuff is soooo useful - I intend doing as much maintenance as I can myself. Having a handbook/workshop manual is essential but this type of vid really helps with the foibles and easy vs hard methods etc. So thank you for doing them. ATB Andy.
Haha always very glad to hear it's some way helpful :) Honestly, most things are absolutely fine to do, just be patient and don't rush things. That's generally what happens when stuff goes wrong and then takes ages to fix :) Thanks for watching them :)
All very Freudian . . . I am with you 100%. I have done a clutch change at the track between races without removing the oil. If you worry take it to a garage . . . The only special tool you need is your ingenuity. Another solid video. My VIAR clutch screams in protest if it has been standing for a couple of days and the oil has drained from the plates . . .
Haha I didn't actually mean to be for once :P I've changed a few by just letting the bike have a lie down :P Yeah exactly, I know for a fact a lot of garages do the same as I did, they don't have all the tools for all the clutch baskets. Thanks! :) Interesting, I think the main issue was my spring plates tbh, wonder if yours could do with changing
Haha you're welcome 😂 I'm just glad they help people tbh, they usually start off getting about 10 views 😂 Manuals can be painfully slow to get to the point to be fair 😂
Interesting to watch, am sure most clutches are similar... although, are slipper clutches much different? I tend to muddle through with what I have when getting the tools out.... although have upped my power tool game recently to make all life better!
Most are very similar, lots have slight differences in how they're actuated etc, and slipper clutches use the same plates and spacers etc just have a different centre plate thingy that does the slippage! :) Yeah me too! Even my power tool I robbed from my Dad temporarily :P Build an ultimate workshop 😁😁
Good one very well explained and very interesting as I have never changed any clutch plates before. Did you tweak those little screws any more when ya put the plates back as a matter of interest . I would only say that for me if it's a long term bike I would be tempted ta buy buy the necessary tools fer the job . My feeling is when ya have it ya have it but I also get exactly what your saying to it's just horses fer courses . Good one : )
Thanks bud! No I just tightened them until they bottomed out once it was back in, like I said they're there to pull in the diaphragm plates so that you can get the nut on :) Yeah fair enough. The thing is it's a decent amount of money for something that a screwdriver can do. I don't think I'd ever buy one of them as I've never had an issue locking it up to tighten it :)
@The GorillaBiker it's well worth whatever you want to spend on one. If you could justify the price of an electric one(which I think you could maintaining multiple bikes) then go that route. I have an electric one now and it is soo good to use. Good job keep it going 👍👍
@@daithimurphy1832 ah it'd just be a case of saving for a good one which is well doable if I need to!! I'd say it'd be even nice for cleaning the bikes and all. All my injuries are catching up on me 😂 Thanks bud :)
I bought them from a local bike shop, freeman Motorcycles, you could also try cmsnl.com I don't think the 600 uses the same plates, I'm not sure tho sorry!
Well regarding racing, they change them clutches anyway after every race, so... :D Got taught by whitebearded guys to let 'em soak 2, no damage done listening to the ole Silverback avoiding that he throws them damn wrenches after me :O
Ah not in regional racing they don't which is more what I had in my head, fair enough in the higher end stuff :) Haha whereas I'm on the opposite end, the few mechanics I've talked to have told me it's a waste of time and said do I think they'd have time to soak anything when they're turning out bikes 😂
Someone with lots of mounting options for his cameras needs to purchase a tripod 😁👍 As for clutch plates and oil, same thing as filling the oil filter, doesn't matter either way I guess. They will be soaked when the engine runs, just as the filter will fill after running the engine for a minute, it just means you have to check and top up the oil as needed.
Haha I have a tripod that was it, it's just bad 😂😂 the big one I use for the fancy camera. Yeah exactly. You might increase wear for about 10 seconds but after that it should be absolutely grand :)
@@TheGorillaBiker I do the same at times, rarely use it as doing videos outside is a pain, when it's a pain enough carrying tools etc downstairs. No video yet if that's what you mean bud, just filmed a bit today. Then put it away to do the main part of work, will do more Sunday as helping a mates son tomorrow. To get his KTM Duke 125 ready to fit a new engine, his blew on him an hour from home only days after getting his CBT poor lad.
The whole "soaking the plates" myth.....comes from when clutches were made from cork ....doesnt apply to modern day clutches as they are not absorbent a dip, or even just a good thick smear to act as a barrier until you top up oil is sufficient
I replied to your other comment which you deleted? I said this did I not? Never mind it was TH-cam being weird! I still agree btw 😂 Soaking plates is pointless.
@@k3lvd It's mad I still get direct messages on it on instagram too from this video, no matter how many times I explain how a clutch works, and how oiling a clutch works....people still get mad at me :D
I'm afraid I ordered it thru freeman motorcycles. Pat the parts man in there sourced it all. It's EBC fibers and metal plates and the diaphragm springs were trw
@@TheGorillaBiker I got the plates kit. but whoever had the bike before me used it on a track. They only had one of 3 little screws that compress the diaphragm springs in and it broke off so I am now waiting on a new clutch sleeve and 3 screws
Thats why I dip them. Every time the bike is turned off a wet clutch dries out. Clutches are also basically centrifuges so it's not like they stay absolutely soaked. They're supposed to be lubed, the friction material also isn't absorbant so soaking really doesn't do anything.
If you really want to save the cash then measure them when they're out. There's an upper/lower spec once they're in there they'll be fine. For the money saved tho once you're in there I'd really recommend changing them.
I forgot to mention in the video, when replacing the snap ring it also has a sharp edge side and a rounded edge side, the sharp edge should face out :)
Also please bear in mind I'm not a mechanic so follow along at your own risk :) I had the bike out for a spin since and the actual functioning clutch is sooooooooooooooo much better.
The recap at the end was the cherry on the top. Cheers 🍻
Thanks, glad it was useful :)
This stuff is soooo useful - I intend doing as much maintenance as I can myself. Having a handbook/workshop manual is essential but this type of vid really helps with the foibles and easy vs hard methods etc. So thank you for doing them. ATB Andy.
Haha always very glad to hear it's some way helpful :) Honestly, most things are absolutely fine to do, just be patient and don't rush things. That's generally what happens when stuff goes wrong and then takes ages to fix :) Thanks for watching them :)
Interesting. Thanks for the useful information. I'm still enjoying blasting around on my SRAD in the summer 🌞. 👍.
Thanks for watching! :) Ah I miss my srad terribly currently, going to look in to how much hassle it is to ship here.
All very Freudian . . . I am with you 100%. I have done a clutch change at the track between races without removing the oil. If you worry take it to a garage . . . The only special tool you need is your ingenuity. Another solid video. My VIAR clutch screams in protest if it has been standing for a couple of days and the oil has drained from the plates . . .
Haha I didn't actually mean to be for once :P I've changed a few by just letting the bike have a lie down :P
Yeah exactly, I know for a fact a lot of garages do the same as I did, they don't have all the tools for all the clutch baskets.
Thanks! :)
Interesting, I think the main issue was my spring plates tbh, wonder if yours could do with changing
@@TheGorillaBiker They probably do Megs Braaps fault, but it has always done it from new. Extreme angle on side stand and only a litre of oil . . . .
such an excellent tutorial on replacing the clutch! yes, the recap at the end was excellent. liked and subscribed. cheers
Thanks!! Glad it was helpful :)
man, thanks for being so detailed with your videos!
Really helps me as a lazy basterd who can't be bothered reading manuals :D
Haha you're welcome 😂 I'm just glad they help people tbh, they usually start off getting about 10 views 😂
Manuals can be painfully slow to get to the point to be fair 😂
My friend is the best!!!!!!
Haha no I suck :D
Interesting to watch, am sure most clutches are similar... although, are slipper clutches much different?
I tend to muddle through with what I have when getting the tools out.... although have upped my power tool game recently to make all life better!
Most are very similar, lots have slight differences in how they're actuated etc, and slipper clutches use the same plates and spacers etc just have a different centre plate thingy that does the slippage! :)
Yeah me too! Even my power tool I robbed from my Dad temporarily :P Build an ultimate workshop 😁😁
@@TheGorillaBiker I'd love a workshop
Good one very well explained and very interesting as I have never changed any clutch plates before. Did you tweak those little screws any more when ya put the plates back as a matter of interest . I would only say that for me if it's a long term bike I would be tempted ta buy buy the necessary tools fer the job . My feeling is when ya have it ya have it but I also get exactly what your saying to it's just horses fer courses . Good one : )
Thanks bud! No I just tightened them until they bottomed out once it was back in, like I said they're there to pull in the diaphragm plates so that you can get the nut on :)
Yeah fair enough. The thing is it's a decent amount of money for something that a screwdriver can do. I don't think I'd ever buy one of them as I've never had an issue locking it up to tighten it :)
That was indeed pretty straight forward mate. How cold is it? I wear a similar fleece when it’s -20c 😁
It was indeed :) Thankfully!
I think it was about 2 degrees the day I did this, that's cold enough for me :P
Nicely explained 👍😊
Gracias señor :)
Thank you for this video!
@@moriahbartlett2653 you are more than welcome! I hope it was helpful!
@TheGorillaBiker I'm about to find out! Doing my clutch right now!🤞
@@moriahbartlett2653 best of luck!
Well I did it! Shifts smoother than ever! This video is the reason I was able to do this by myself! 😁🙏🙏🙌🙌 thank you so much!
@@moriahbartlett2653 Brilliant!!! Well done on getting it done! Not at all, always happy to see more people working on their bikes :)
You could change my clutch any time. 😉
I said it was all very Freudian 🤔
Hahaha I have no response to this 😂😂
@@stephencartwright5046 It’s more Pink Floydian but I get your inference. 💜
Hi GB ,you should invest in a bike lift for maintenance and cleaning. Honestly it'll change your life 👍
I'd love one, I've been looking recently as sitting on the floor is getting harder 😂
@The GorillaBiker it's well worth whatever you want to spend on one. If you could justify the price of an electric one(which I think you could maintaining multiple bikes) then go that route. I have an electric one now and it is soo good to use. Good job keep it going 👍👍
@@daithimurphy1832 ah it'd just be a case of saving for a good one which is well doable if I need to!! I'd say it'd be even nice for cleaning the bikes and all. All my injuries are catching up on me 😂 Thanks bud :)
Hi mate. Where did you buy the metal plates for your gixxer. İ have gsxr 600 1999. Can i use the same metal plates?
I bought them from a local bike shop, freeman Motorcycles, you could also try cmsnl.com
I don't think the 600 uses the same plates, I'm not sure tho sorry!
@@TheGorillaBiker Thanks :)
Well regarding racing, they change them clutches anyway after every race, so... :D
Got taught by whitebearded guys to let 'em soak 2, no damage done listening to the ole Silverback avoiding that he throws them damn wrenches after me :O
Ah not in regional racing they don't which is more what I had in my head, fair enough in the higher end stuff :)
Haha whereas I'm on the opposite end, the few mechanics I've talked to have told me it's a waste of time and said do I think they'd have time to soak anything when they're turning out bikes 😂
Someone with lots of mounting options for his cameras needs to purchase a tripod 😁👍
As for clutch plates and oil, same thing as filling the oil filter, doesn't matter either way I guess. They will be soaked when the engine runs, just as the filter will fill after running the engine for a minute, it just means you have to check and top up the oil as needed.
Haha I have a tripod that was it, it's just bad 😂😂 the big one I use for the fancy camera.
Yeah exactly. You might increase wear for about 10 seconds but after that it should be absolutely grand :)
@@TheGorillaBiker 😂😂 I used mine today for the first time in a longbtime. One leg kept collapsing, but won't effect the video if I get one out of it.
@@HalfdeadRider oh lovely 😂 Honestly that's half my issue with them I get impatient moving them about and just grab them :P I must have a look :)
@@TheGorillaBiker I do the same at times, rarely use it as doing videos outside is a pain, when it's a pain enough carrying tools etc downstairs. No video yet if that's what you mean bud, just filmed a bit today. Then put it away to do the main part of work, will do more Sunday as helping a mates son tomorrow. To get his KTM Duke 125 ready to fit a new engine, his blew on him an hour from home only days after getting his CBT poor lad.
The whole "soaking the plates" myth.....comes from when clutches were made from cork ....doesnt apply to modern day clutches as they are not absorbent a dip, or even just a good thick smear to act as a barrier until you top up oil is sufficient
I replied to your other comment which you deleted? I said this did I not?
Never mind it was TH-cam being weird! I still agree btw 😂 Soaking plates is pointless.
@@TheGorillaBiker I haven't deleted anything ....I just don't think TH-cam likes me 🤣 , yeah I'm on a bunch of bike forums and get this A LOT
@@k3lvd It's mad I still get direct messages on it on instagram too from this video, no matter how many times I explain how a clutch works, and how oiling a clutch works....people still get mad at me :D
So how do you know about the clutch basket?
Lucky guess I spose :P
That Bloody C word.
Cantankerous?
@@TheGorillaBiker Climate Change.
One of my least favourite phrases
Could you link the clutch kit you got? My 96 needs new clutches
I'm afraid I ordered it thru freeman motorcycles. Pat the parts man in there sourced it all. It's EBC fibers and metal plates and the diaphragm springs were trw
@@TheGorillaBiker I got the plates kit. but whoever had the bike before me used it on a track. They only had one of 3 little screws that compress the diaphragm springs in and it broke off so I am now waiting on a new clutch sleeve and 3 screws
Ah that's shit. I hate when people leave stuff half broken like that. I hope you get it sorted soon!
@@TheGorillaBiker I hate it too, but parts are on the way!! thanks for the replies
Can you tell me the name of the vaccination disks, I live in Ukraine and can't find it 😅
Because the clutch for a bike is a wet clutch, they should be soaked in oil. The only ones that have a dry clutch, are the Ducatti bikes
Thats why I dip them. Every time the bike is turned off a wet clutch dries out. Clutches are also basically centrifuges so it's not like they stay absolutely soaked. They're supposed to be lubed, the friction material also isn't absorbant so soaking really doesn't do anything.
No this is one of those old wives tales ...I think it dates back from when clutch plates had cork in them
@k3lvd it is indeed.
any problems if I don't change the steel plates too?
If you really want to save the cash then measure them when they're out. There's an upper/lower spec once they're in there they'll be fine. For the money saved tho once you're in there I'd really recommend changing them.
Did you run this past the mechanic from our Instagram chat 🤣
Oh god I'd better!!! Imagine his horror 😭😭
He’s probably watching it and turned it off after shouting at the screen 🤣🤣
Pure frothing at the mouth in rage 😂😂😂
@@TheGorillaBiker Probably passed out when you got the screwdriver out 🤣
😂😂😂😂😂
Woke up in a pool of rage vomit
I’m struggling with seeing the defference in the clutch springs anyone know how I can do this? I’ve got a 600 99
What are you looking for exactly?
I use whatever works, but I’m not brave or patient enough to do many jobs on bikes or cars.
You'd surprise yourself I think, keep the old bike to do jobs on and learn stuff :)
@@TheGorillaBiker I want to keep it. Wife does not.
@@hachewie tell her all of the puffins in the world will cry if she says you can't.
You know stuff.
I know very little.