Clutch plate materials
 

Morning org!

I've got to replace the clutch on the R1 because it's slipping a smidge, and I've been given the opportunity to get a complete Barnet clutch (friction and steel plates) and spring conversion kit for not a lot of money.

The thing is I've got the option of Kevlar or Carbon friction plates (the latter being £4 more expensive) but I've no idea of the differences or pros/cons between the two. Which do you think would the better option? Do Carbon plates last longer?

Cheers,

Paul

Re: Clutch plate materials
 

As you've not tuned the bike, anything that's capable of handling the standard power will be fine.

Standard Clutch plates used to be cork, and are now mostly kevlar.

I presume the other option is "carbon fibre" rather than carbon composite. I doubt it'll matter that much.

Jambo

Re: Clutch plate materials
 

Good afternoon all.


A full Barnett conversion is a worthwhile mod on an R1, as I'm sure you'll find out after fitting it.:D
I think the Carbon composite friction plates are slightly lighter than the Kevlar ones. I doubt that they'll last longer, but then again clutch life is really dependant on how you ride it.
As Jambo says, you'll probably find the Kevlar ones are fine.


Cheers.

Re: Clutch plate materials
 

Thanks for the replies chaps. I've got to make a decision on this tonight and was thinking.....if I went for the carbon fibre plates, when the clutch is cold would it slip more (just thinking how carbon brakes need to be warmed up before they are effective)?

Cheers,

Paul :D