Clutch replacement

Jdero_620 · March 12th, 2016, 05:11 PM

How hard is clutch replacement? Full kit. Can it be done by a typical driveway mechanic?

chugs · March 12th, 2016, 05:48 PM

If you are referring to replacing just the disks, it is not that difficult. Utilize the service manual for reference. I think there is a link of it floating around here or just google for it to download.

Ghostt · March 12th, 2016, 07:42 PM

Can I ask why your asking, the clutch is pretty much bulletproof, with the exception of the clutch springs themselves, those are the weak links.

Jdero_620 · March 12th, 2016, 09:12 PM

Because even after I adjusted it ( it was all the way in and rattled like crazy) it only grabs at the last 20% of the release.

Alex · March 12th, 2016, 09:45 PM

Is this a ninjette? Which year?

crazymadbastard · March 13th, 2016, 07:30 AM

Ninjettes tend to grab at the very end of the release, as long as it's not slipping you should be OK.

Jdero_620 · March 13th, 2016, 07:44 AM

11 Cbr 250

subxero · March 14th, 2016, 05:29 AM

Like someone else said, clutch work is pretty easy not much to get wrong there. The only thing that can be a pain is getting the basket nut off if you even need to go that far in. That is basically the last part before you get to the clutch gears and bearings.
The nut comes off pretty easy with a clutch tool and can be done without one but there is always a risk of damaging something when using whatever "custom" method you use to lock things up with.

Tear it apart, have a look, fix whatever is messed up or just throw it back together, should be a quick job.

walty87 · March 31st, 2016, 03:43 PM

It's been about 2 years since I changed mine, but I was able to do it and I'm a noob who really doesn't know what he's doing when it comes to mechanics.

APEmike · March 31st, 2016, 04:52 PM

If you are just changing frictions and steels its super easy.

Get a bag and soak new plates in oil for at LEAST 10 minutes, but longer than an hour is pointless.

Remove clutch cover (you did get a new gasket, RIGHT?)

Remove old plates. Take special note if there are any rings, unique plates, or wave washers.

Take new steel plates and put them in a stack. See how they look? They are stamped steel, and you can tell which direction they were cut in by looking at the edges. MAKE SURE THEY FACE THE SAME WAY. Its easy once you take a look at them, but critical as they all have a little curve to them and if they arent facing the right way the pack may end up too thick.

Put the new plates in. Use your notes that you made of weird parts when you took it apart to put it back in the same way.

It sounds harder than it is. Any one of us who have done it before could probably do it again in under 30 minutes.

Motofool · April 1st, 2016, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jdero_620

11 Cbr 250

The range of friction zone has noting to do with the condition of the clutch.
Play with the levers instead.

Just in case you disregard my advice:

Link to original page on YouTube.

Rifleman · April 1st, 2016, 11:12 AM

be sure to soak the friction pads the night before, you will burn them up on the first clutch release if they are dry...

the 11 CBR 250 is a wet clutch right?

if it is, just add a little clean oil to the package and let them sit over night.

if you don't do it in the package they never get fully oiled all the way around sitting in the bike.

I actually get to see my clutch plate, my TLR has a window

March 12th, 2016, 05:11 PM	#1
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March 12th, 2016, 07:42 PM	#3
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March 12th, 2016, 09:45 PM	#5
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March 13th, 2016, 07:30 AM	#6
crazymadbastard I'm crazy,your excuse is? Name: Winston Location: Connecticut Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 250 2007 ninja Posts: A lot.	Ninjettes tend to grab at the very end of the release, as long as it's not slipping you should be OK. __________________________________________________ My Cafe Racer Build My intro post

March 14th, 2016, 05:29 AM	#8
subxero dirty boy Name: Joe Location: Johnstown, PA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '14	Like someone else said, clutch work is pretty easy not much to get wrong there. The only thing that can be a pain is getting the basket nut off if you even need to go that far in. That is basically the last part before you get to the clutch gears and bearings. The nut comes off pretty easy with a clutch tool and can be done without one but there is always a risk of damaging something when using whatever "custom" method you use to lock things up with. Tear it apart, have a look, fix whatever is messed up or just throw it back together, should be a quick job. __________________________________________________ I love the smell of burning pre-mix in the morning I don't think I'm a lot dumber than you thought that I think that I thought I was once.

March 12th, 2016, 05:48 PM	#2
chugs Schönen Tag noch Name: c Location: Central Cali Join Date: Sep 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 ninja 250 race bike, 02 gixxer 600 telefonica Posts: 184	If you are referring to replacing just the disks, it is not that difficult. Utilize the service manual for reference. I think there is a link of it floating around here or just google for it to download.

March 12th, 2016, 09:12 PM	#4
Jdero_620 ninjette.org member Name: Jaxon Location: Streator (Starved rock) IL Join Date: Mar 2016 Motorcycle(s): None anymore/yet Posts: 28	Because even after I adjusted it ( it was all the way in and rattled like crazy) it only grabs at the last 20% of the release.

March 13th, 2016, 07:44 AM	#7
Jdero_620 ninjette.org member Name: Jaxon Location: Streator (Starved rock) IL Join Date: Mar 2016 Motorcycle(s): None anymore/yet Posts: 28	11 Cbr 250

March 31st, 2016, 03:43 PM	#9
walty87 ninjette.org guru Name: andrew Location: oakdale california Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 ninja 250 Posts: 296	It's been about 2 years since I changed mine, but I was able to do it and I'm a noob who really doesn't know what he's doing when it comes to mechanics.

March 31st, 2016, 04:52 PM	#10
APEmike ninjette.org member Name: Michael Location: Tehachapi, CA Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 Posts: 160	If you are just changing frictions and steels its super easy. Get a bag and soak new plates in oil for at LEAST 10 minutes, but longer than an hour is pointless. Remove clutch cover (you did get a new gasket, RIGHT?) Remove old plates. Take special note if there are any rings, unique plates, or wave washers. Take new steel plates and put them in a stack. See how they look? They are stamped steel, and you can tell which direction they were cut in by looking at the edges. MAKE SURE THEY FACE THE SAME WAY. Its easy once you take a look at them, but critical as they all have a little curve to them and if they arent facing the right way the pack may end up too thick. Put the new plates in. Use your notes that you made of weird parts when you took it apart to put it back in the same way. It sounds harder than it is. Any one of us who have done it before could probably do it again in under 30 minutes. __________________________________________________ I ride because therapy is too expensive, and less fun.
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April 1st, 2016, 11:12 AM	#12
Rifleman Old and slow Name: Lohman Location: Aiken, S.C. Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): Suzuki TL1000R, Honda CBR600F3, Ninja 250 Posts: 889	be sure to soak the friction pads the night before, you will burn them up on the first clutch release if they are dry... the 11 CBR 250 is a wet clutch right? if it is, just add a little clean oil to the package and let them sit over night. if you don't do it in the package they never get fully oiled all the way around sitting in the bike. I actually get to see my clutch plate, my TLR has a window __________________________________________________

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