Replacing a turbo clutch

My clutch on my turbo seca is slipping and I need to know where to get one and if this is an easy install or if I should leave it to a mechanic and have him do it?

 

Clutch System Parts:


css2) Although the original factory wet-clutch system is both very reliable, durable, and gives good performance on these bikes, eventually all good things do come to an end, and this is especially true with clutch discs. We offer both OEM and high-quality replacement friction discs and the metal drive plates. Although most clutch rebuilds can be accomplished with only replacing the friction discs---they are the primary part that is designed to wear---careful inspection and replacement of the metal drive plates is also recommended "while you're in there". ANY sign of bluing, burning, burring, or warpage (measured with a straight-edge across their face) of the metal plates indicates a need for their replacement.

If you do choose to keep your original drive plates, always take the time to dress the metal edges of the teeth, to make sure they are free of any nicks or burrs that might catch on the clutch basket "fingers"---this small step insures a smoother, chatter-free operation of the clutch system. It is also a good idea to make sure that those basket fingers are also smooth as silk, to allow for quick and easy clutch release and engagement.

Finally, you should ALWAYS repalce the clutch pressure plate Compression Springs and their special Flange Bolts. These springs fatigue over time and their replacement is essential to the proper operation of your clutch.

Although a clutch rebuild is technically not a difficult task, there are series of key steps that must be observed to do it correctly, and for this reason, it is HIGHLY advised that you have a factory or aftermarket service manual at your disposal before attempting this task!



Clutch Friction Discs:

HCP3192 OEM clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISC, hard cork material discs provide the grab and the go for your clutch. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 9.00

XJ550 all models: 7
XJ650 all models: 8
XJ700 all models: 7
XJ750 all models: 8
XJ900RK all models: 7

NOTE: XJ550, XJ700, and XJ900RK models also use a single secondary friction disc listed further below.


HCP3192SET7 OEM clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISCS, set of 7:
$ 59.00

HCP3192SET8 OEM clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISCS, set of 8:
$ 67.00



HCP1641 Aftermarket clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISC, hard cork material discs provide the grab and the go for your clutch. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 9.00

XJ550 all models: 7
XJ650 all models: 8
XJ700 all models: 7
XJ750 all models: 8
XJ900RK all models: 7

NOTE: XJ550, XJ700, and XJ900RK models also use a single secondary friction disc listed further below.

HCP1641SET7 Aftermarket clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISCS, set of 7:
$ 55.00

HCP1641SET8 Aftermarket clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISCS, set of 8:
$ 64.00



HCP3201 OEM clutch SECONDARY FRICTION DISC, hard cork material discs provide the grab and the go for your clutch. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 12.50

XJ550 all models: 1
XJ700 all models: 1
XJ900RK all models: 1


HCP1642 Aftermarket clutch SECONDARY FRICTION DISC, hard cork material discs provide the grab and the go for your clutch. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 11.50

XJ550 all models: 1
XJ700 all models: 1
XJ900RK all models: 1




HCP3238 OEM clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISC, hard cork material discs provide the grab and the go for your clutch. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits all XJ1100 models, use 8 per clutch. Each:
$ 11.00

HCP3238SET8 OEM clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISCS, set of 8:
$ 80.00


HCP1643 Aftermarket clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISC, hard cork material discs provide the grab and the go for your clutch. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits all XJ1100 models, use 8 per clutch. Each:
$ 10.00

HCP1643SET8 Aftermarket clutch PRIMARY FRICTION DISCS, set of 8:
$ 76.00



Clutch Drive Plates:


HCP3193 OEM clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATE, stamped, etched steel discs provide the friction surface necessary for the friction discs to have something to grab onto. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 14.00

XJ550 all models: 7

NOTE: XJ550 models also use a single secondary drive plate listed further below.

HCP3193SET7 OEM clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATES, set of 7:
$ 91.00


HCP1644 Aftermarket clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATE, stamped, etched steel discs provide the friction surface necessary for the friction discs to have something to grab onto. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 10.00

XJ550 all models: 7

NOTE: XJ550 models also use a single secondary drive plate listed further below.

HCP1644SET7 Aftemarket clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATES, set of 7:
$ 62.00



HCP3202 OEM clutch SECONDARY DRIVE PLATE, stamped, etched steel disc provide the friction surface necessary for the friction discs to have something to grab onto. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits all XJ550 models; use 1 per clutch. Each:
$ 12.00




HCP3224 OEM clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATE, stamped, etched steel discs provide the friction surface necessary for the friction discs to have something to grab onto. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 6.00

XJ650 all models: 7
XJ750 all models: 7


HCP3224SET7 OEM clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATES, set of 7:
$ 38.00



HCP3223 OEM clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATE, stamped, etched steel discs provide the friction surface necessary for the friction discs to have something to grab onto. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 6.50

XJ700 all models: 7
XJ900RK all models: 7


HCP3223SET7 OEM clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATES, set of 7:
$ 41.00




HCP3239 OEM clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATE, stamped, etched steel discs provide the friction surface necessary for the friction discs to have something to grab onto. Brand new replacements prevent clutch slippage and allow the maximum performance from your bike. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 9.00

XJ1100 all models: 7

HCP3239SET7 OEM clutch PRIMARY DRIVE PLATES, set of 7:
$ 52.00



Clutch Pressure Plate:

This is the outer "cover" plate that you actually first see when you remove the side cover from your engine....the compression springs and bolts fit into this plate. It rarely needs replacing, but if it cracked, warped, or has broken edges, it's time for a replacement........

HCP3194 OEM clutch PRESSURE PLATE, fits all XJ550, XJ650, XJ700, and XJ750 models. Each:
$ 29.00


HCP3240 OEM clutch PRESSURE PLATE, fits all XJ1100 models. Each:
$ 43.00



Clutch Pressure Plate Compression Springs and Bolts:

As mentioned earlier, these springs wear after time and should ALWAYS be repalced as part of a clutch rebuild. And the factory recommends that the clutch bolts always be replaced and not be re-used. We have a selection of both OEM and aftermarket springs and bolts to allow you to properly restore your bike.


HCP3195 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRING, use 5 per clutch on all XJ550 and XJ750 models. Each:
$ 4.00

HCP3195SET5 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRING, use 5 per clutch on all XJ550 and XJ750 models. Set of 5:
$ 19.00



HCP1648 Aftermarket clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRING, use 5 per clutch on all XJ550 and XJ750 models. Each:
$ 3.50

HCP1648SET5 Aftermarket clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRINGS, set of 5:
$ 16.50



HCP3222 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRING, use 5 per clutch on all XJ650 except Turbo. Each:
$ 4.00

HCP3222SET5 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRINGS, set of 5:
$ 19.00



HCP3221 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRING, use 5 per clutch on all XJ650 Turbo models. Each:
$ 6.00

HCP3221SET5 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRINGS, set of 5:
$ 28.00



HCP3250 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRING, use 6 per clutch on all XJ700 non-X models. Each:
$ 5.00

HCP3250SET6 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRINGS, set of 6:
$ 28.00



HCP3220 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRING, use 5 per clutch on all XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 4.00

HCP3220SET5 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRINGS, set of 5:
$ 18.00




HCP3241 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRING, use 6 per clutch on all XJ1100 models. Each:
$ 4.00

HCP3241SET6 OEM clutch presssure plate COMPRESSION SPRINGS, set of 6:
$ 21.00



HCP3197 OEM clutch presssure plate compression spring FLANGED BOLT. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 1.00

XJ550 all models: 5
XJ650 all models: 5
XJ750 all models: 5
XJ900RK all models: 5
XJ1100 models: 6

HCP3197SET5 OEM clutch presssure plate compression spring BOLTS, set of 5:
$ 4.75

HCP3197SET6 OEM clutch presssure plate compression spring BOLTS, set of 6:
$ 5.50



HCP9125 OEM clutch presssure plate compression spring WASHER. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 1.00

XJ550 all models: 5
XJ650 all models: 5
XJ750 all models: 5
XJ900RK all models: 5

HCP9125SET5 OEM clutch presssure plate compression spring WASHERS, set of 5:
$ 4.50



HCP6701 OEM clutch presssure plate compression spring SCREW WITH INTEGRAL WASHER. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 1.75

XJ700 all models: 6

HCP6701SET6 OEM clutch presssure plate compression spring SCREWS WITH INTEGRAL WASHER, set of 6:
$ 9.50



HCP1729 Aftermarket clutch presssure plate compression spring SCREW WITH INTEGRAL WASHER. Fits the following models and usage per model. Each:
$ 1.50

XJ700 all models: 6

HCP1729SET6 Aftermarket clutch presssure plate compression spring SCREWS WITH INTEGRAL WASHER, set of 6:
$ 8.50



Clutch Pressure Plate Push Rod:


The central "stud" that comes through the pressure plate is the push rod. Time can take its toll, so inspect it carefully, and if shows sign of wear or gouges, it should be replaced, along with it's bearing and shim washer.


HCP3198 OEM clutch presssure plate PUSH ROD,. Fits all XJ550, XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 21.50

HCP3199 OEM clutch presssure plate push rod BEARING,. Fits all XJ550, XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 11.50

HCP3200 OEM clutch presssure plate push rod SHIM WASHER,. Fits all XJ550, XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 1.50



Clutch Drum and Basket Retaining Bolt & Lock Washer:

Should you find it necessary to remove the clutch drum and center hub, they are secured to the shaft via a large nut and bend-over tabbed lock washer. Yamaha recommends replacing both the nut and especially the tabbed lock washer if these items are removed.


HCP3204 OEM clutch drum RETAINING NUT. Fits all XJ550, XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 4.50

HCP3203 OEM clutch drum retaining nut LOCK WASHER. Fits all XJ550, XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 1.50



Clutch Tools:

HCP3203 Aftermarket clutch drum HOLDER TOOL. In order to install the clutch drum retaining nut HCP3204 above, you have to lock the clutch drum and prevent it from turning while the nut is torqued. Fits use with all XJ-series bikes. High quality, professional grade tool will last a lifetime
$ 28.95




Clutch Pressure Plate Pivot Axle Shaft and Parts:

The pivot axle is the shaft that emerges from the clutch cover and to which the clutch cable is attached to and acts upon. Although the axle rarely wears out, it's upper and lower bearing do, and should be renewed during a major clutch overhaul, as well as the oil seal where the shaft emerges from the clutch cover.



HCP3208 OEM clutch pressure plate pivot axle shaft RETURN SPRING. Fits all XJ550, XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 2.50


HCP3207 OEM clutch pressure plate pivot axle shaft OIL SEAL. Fits all XJ550, XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 6.00


HCP3231 OEM clutch pressure plate pivot axle shaft UPPER SHAFT BEARING. Fits all XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 15.00

HCP3230 OEM clutch pressure plate pivot axle shaft LOWER SHAFT BEARING. Fits all XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 12.00



HCP3209 OEM clutch pressure plate pivot axle shaft CLEVIS BRACKET. Fitting onto the top of the pivot axle shaft, this is the pivoting bracket that the clutch cable end fits into. Fits all XJ550 models. Each:
$ 8.50


HCP3225 OEM clutch pressure plate pivot axle shaft CLEVIS BRACKET. Fitting onto the top of the pivot axle shaft, this is the pivoting bracket that the clutch cable end fits into. Fits all XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 12.50


HCP4257 OEM clutch pressure plate pivot axle shaft clevis bracket CIRCLIP, retains the clevis bracket to the pivot axle shaft. Fits all XJ550, XJ650, XJ700, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 1.50



HCP5774 OEM clutch cable HOLDER BRACKET, triangle-shaped bracket that bolts to the outside of the engine case and route the clutch cable, just before it attaches to the clevis bracket. Natural finish; on some models this bracket was painted black. Fits all XJ650, XJ700 non-X, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Each:
$ 12.00


HCP3546 OEM clutch cable holder bracket BOLT, socket head cap screw retains the holder bracket to the engine case. Natural finish. Fits all XJ650, XJ700 non-X, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Use 2 per bracket. Each:
$ 1.00

HCP3542 OEM clutch cable holder bracket BOLT, socket head cap screw retains the holder bracket to the engine case. Black finish. Fits all XJ650, XJ700 non-X, XJ750, and XJ900RK models. Use 2 per bracket. Each:
$ 1.00

 

I picked up a set of heavy-duty EBC clutch discs and springs for my turbo at the local Yamaha dealer. Totally eliminated clutch slippage, allowing the rear wheel to slip under boost, instead of the clutch.

 

I have used a Barnett with very good results. It survived 4 engines and when we took it apart after a 14 year hiatus it was finally falling apart.

Sean