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Bgbrd
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 06:20 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Has anyone used the Barnett extra plate clutch to replace the grenade plate and how does it work? Are there any other alternatives?
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Buellistic
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 09:58 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Do not think "i" would try to mix apples and oranges ...

By the way, does'nt the Barnett clutch require a stronger clutch spring than the SPORTSTER CLUTCH ???
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Natexlh1000
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 10:45 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I thought the extra plate allowed you to use a softer spring due to the extra friction surface area?

Or is it a no grenade plate + more durability thing?

Not trying to be sarcastic. I actually don't know.
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Foximus
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 11:03 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

its just another 3 bits of surface area from inside basket to outside basket. Do it.
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Oz666
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 11:07 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Got it in my S3T when the grenade plate did exactly that. Replaced ALL the clutch plates and steels with new Barnett - with the one extra steel and two extra friction plates or the other way `round - I forget. AND the 15% heaver spring, you don't need that unless you are racing but I'm too lazy to change it back. VERY positive clutch engagement! The "majik slip zone" is about 1/32" . Soft launches require real finesse. Hard launches are AWESOME - I use just a wee bit of slip and I can't even tell the front wheel isn't touching `till I shift.

[Sux dog butt in heavy traffic] YMMV


Oz
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Dannybuell
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 11:12 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

the brass rivets on the grenade plate break and fly into the basket making smooth clutch operation a pipe dream.
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Preybird1
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 05:23 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I have Barnett clutches in 3 of my bikes now and i have been super happy with them!
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Loki
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 05:39 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Got the Barnett in my S1 with the stock spring. No problems and love its feel.
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Jim2
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 06:01 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Energy One is an alternative that I have, and like. BTX-011, has extra plate and 15% stronger diaphram spring.
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Buellistic
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 07:02 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Only have 111,671.35 miles on my SPRING PLATE removed OEM CLUTCH ...
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Bgbrd
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 07:42 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

With a rebuild to 88 cu.in. on my 98 S3T I'm trying to incorporate all the latest updates. Getting rid of the grenade plate While using the stock spring was what I was after.At 68,000 miles the stock clutch and spring plate actually look pretty good but I don't want to go back in once everything is buttoned up.
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Buell_bert
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 10:55 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I have no problems yet so i will keep the factory stuff for now. I am sure the clutch packs are better now than back in the 70s. It is so nice to have the input from others here now. And the ability to read everyones opinion and decide for ourselves on how we play with our toys.
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Natexlh1000
Posted on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 10:39 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

"Only have 111,671.35 miles on my SPRING PLATE removed OEM CLUTCH ..."

I completely believe that. When my grenade plate went out at 50K, the rest of the plates looked perfect.
Little brass rivets ate the adjacent plates away.

Stupidly, I installed another sportster clutch set because the local dealer had it in stock. I should swap out that plate soon I think.
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Dannybuell
Posted on Friday, July 13, 2012 - 01:36 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

big bird ~ I have the extra plate and stock spring, it is sooooo sweet.
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2003xb9r
Posted on Friday, July 13, 2012 - 04:35 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I've got the extra plate kit using the stock spring on my 88" S1W. No problems with it at all. Slightly firmer pull on the lever but still fine.
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Sanddamaged
Posted on Saturday, July 14, 2012 - 07:50 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I have this kit on my bike as well. Less than 500 miles but no gripes about it so far. Im using stock spring as well. Feels just as good or better than stock!
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Skntpig
Posted on Monday, July 23, 2012 - 08:49 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I have this one and love it.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ENERGY-ONE-HARLEY-CLUTCH-B IG-TWIN-CLUTCH-SPORTSTER-CLUTCH-BUELL-EXTRA-PLATE- KIT-/221077944553?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories &hash=item337945b8e9&vxp=mtr
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Skntpig
Posted on Monday, July 23, 2012 - 08:50 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

The spring is stronger but it doesn't require any stronger clutch pull. Check out the website.
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01x1buell
Posted on Sunday, July 29, 2012 - 03:42 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

so if i purchase one of these barnett kevlar clutch kits do i need anything else or just what comes with it.??
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01x1buell
Posted on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - 06:58 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

How hard is it to put this kit in, are there any special tools required.
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Jim2
Posted on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - 07:32 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

You would probably want to have the Factory Service Manual. You should be able to use the one for the S2 here on Badweb.

I think you will need to remove the primary cover which means you will need a new gasket and shift-shaft seal. You will need a nice pair of snap-ring pliers. It is recommended that you do not reuse snap rings so you will need new snap rings.

You will need to make or buy or borrow a clutch spring compressor tool.

A quart of fresh fluid to put back in when you are done (It uses slightly less than a quart).

I think that's about it.
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01x1buell
Posted on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - 07:42 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

well i have the FSM for my x1 and i saw the spring compressor tool, that is what i was wondering about i did not want to go and buy one. You say MAKE ONE how would i do that.
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Midnight_rider
Posted on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - 08:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/476 23/589522.html

make one

(Message edited by midnight_rider on July 31, 2012)
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Eshardball
Posted on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - 08:53 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Neil, If you want you can come over and we can change your clutch in the sea box. I made the spring compressor out of PVC and have not have a problem with it. I replaced the grenade plate with the stock stuff and it requires a little finesse to launch smooth but the grab is plenty strong without making the clutch more of a bear in traffic.
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01x1buell
Posted on Wednesday, August 01, 2012 - 05:02 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thanks Eric I guess I will contact you when I het the clutch.
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01x1buell
Posted on Wednesday, August 01, 2012 - 06:46 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

do not reuse snap rings so you will need new snap rings.
does anyone know the part numbers for these snap rings so i can have them before i pull it apart at Erics place?
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01x1buell
Posted on Saturday, August 11, 2012 - 08:00 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

well after putting the new barnett clutch, clutch spring and cable the bike is great it launches of hte line and the shifts are amazingly strong. I LOVE IT BEST MONEY SPENT ON THE BIKE
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