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are these clutches comparable

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by cromp, Mar 10, 2010.

  1. cromp

    cromp New Member

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    I have an 81 xj550 i need to replace the clutch, could i replace it using one off of an 1982 yamaha xj650 turbo seca or are they different
     
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    stereomind Active Member

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    nope, completely different motors.

    for what it's worth, a new set of friction plates and springs is usually enough to r&r a clutch... neither is expensive or hard to get.
     
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    The 550/600 clutch is a completely different animal than the bigger bikes.

    Better to simply replace the worn components than try to use a pre-owned unit.
     
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    Ok thanks
     
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