Clutch Repair on a 1999 YZ400F

Luedecke2009 · 07-03-2008, 12:06 PM

Ok, my question is how to determine if I need to replace the clutch backet? I intend on replacing the clutch plates but am not sure of what to look for on the basket and if to replace it.

tigmaster · 07-03-2008, 12:07 PM

It is all in here. Basically you will look for grooves in the fingers of the basket.

http://www.mototips.com/how-articles...ch-basket.html

Luedecke2009 · 07-03-2008, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tigmaster

It is all in here. Basically you will look for grooves in the fingers of the basket.

http://www.mototips.com/how-articles...ch-basket.html

I did read that post but the bike stops when the clutch is in. So, I will look for the grooves in the fingers of the basket once apart...otherwise I will just do the plates....thanks again for the help...also great write up on the clutch!!

tjscott2012 · 07-03-2008, 01:54 PM

wait, the clutch works fine? why are you replacing it?

Luedecke2009 · 07-03-2008, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tjscott2012

wait, the clutch works fine? why are you replacing it?

There is no more adjustment left in the clutch...So, I am going to replace the clutch plates and was wondering about the basket and what to look for...

turtlemann14 · 07-03-2008, 02:28 PM

generally (i believe) when you run out of adjustment in the cable its time to get a new cable because that one has stretched out

the only time you replace the friction disks is when the clutch slips

tigmaster · 07-03-2008, 09:38 PM

The plates are either super worn or the cable has stretched lots. Did you adjust both ends if it has the option?

gscx · 07-03-2008, 09:43 PM

ok, so if you are out of adjustment you need to change the cable too, if you have alot of cash to burn you can get a hydraulic clutch, sweet. but you need to replace your plates before they slip, otherwise they will shatter, most of the times you wont even know when they crack because they still stay compreesed so hard that the pieces will stay in place, had it happen twice before, but a 125s clutch is not going to slip that much, but a 400 will, keep them replaced about every 40 hours and you will be fine

Luedecke2009 · 07-04-2008, 03:58 PM

I have already replaced the cable and did the adjustment at both ends and there is no more adjusting the cable I have it adjusted as far out as possible to get the best feel for the clutch. So, I guess its time for the plates to be replaced. I did find some good deals via ebay. Any other suggestions for clutch plates..and I dont think I want to invest in a hydraulic clutch, I am not planning on keeping this bike for a long time just enough time to get back into shape or until I find a deal on a newer CRF or YZF 450.

gscx · 07-04-2008, 04:51 PM

you might want to replace the basket too, i doubt it has been replaced the whole bikes life

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Luedecke2009 C Rider Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Amarillo Texas Posts: 114 iTrader: (0)	Clutch Repair on a 1999 YZ400F Ok, my question is how to determine if I need to replace the clutch backet? I intend on replacing the clutch plates but am not sure of what to look for on the basket and if to replace it.

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tigmaster Administrator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Missouri, United States Posts: 7,526 iTrader: (1)	It is all in here. Basically you will look for grooves in the fingers of the basket. http://www.mototips.com/how-articles...ch-basket.html __________________ --'03 CRF450r-- --FMF Pipe, Pro-Tech Revavle-- --Vortex Basket With Tusk Disks And HP Springs-- --Pro Taper Triple Clamps And Bars-- --Devol Full SP With Moose HGs-- --Renthal 13/50 With R1 Chain-- --Now It Is The End, Probably...-- --'06 CBR F4I-- --Bone Stock-- Check Our Latest How-To Here

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turtlemann14 Pro Mototips Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: West Virginia Posts: 3,986 iTrader: (0)	generally (i believe) when you run out of adjustment in the cable its time to get a new cable because that one has stretched out the only time you replace the friction disks is when the clutch slips __________________ If it does not move at first, get a bigger hammer!! Myspace Yamaha 1982 xj550 under bike lights Kawasaki klx250 1979 custom fiberglass silencer+ Honda xr200r 1985 stock = Dakaw Dk250 2008

07-03-2008, 09:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
tigmaster Administrator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Missouri, United States Posts: 7,526 iTrader: (1)	The plates are either super worn or the cable has stretched lots. Did you adjust both ends if it has the option? __________________ --'03 CRF450r-- --FMF Pipe, Pro-Tech Revavle-- --Vortex Basket With Tusk Disks And HP Springs-- --Pro Taper Triple Clamps And Bars-- --Devol Full SP With Moose HGs-- --Renthal 13/50 With R1 Chain-- --Now It Is The End, Probably...-- --'06 CBR F4I-- --Bone Stock-- Check Our Latest How-To Here

07-03-2008, 09:43 PM	#8 (permalink)
gscx Pro Mototips Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: bridgeville DE Posts: 2,230 iTrader: (0)	ok, so if you are out of adjustment you need to change the cable too, if you have alot of cash to burn you can get a hydraulic clutch, sweet. but you need to replace your plates before they slip, otherwise they will shatter, most of the times you wont even know when they crack because they still stay compreesed so hard that the pieces will stay in place, had it happen twice before, but a 125s clutch is not going to slip that much, but a 400 will, keep them replaced about every 40 hours and you will be fine __________________ Sold

07-04-2008, 03:58 PM	#9 (permalink)
Luedecke2009 C Rider Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Amarillo Texas Posts: 114 iTrader: (0)	I have already replaced the cable and did the adjustment at both ends and there is no more adjusting the cable I have it adjusted as far out as possible to get the best feel for the clutch. So, I guess its time for the plates to be replaced. I did find some good deals via ebay. Any other suggestions for clutch plates..and I dont think I want to invest in a hydraulic clutch, I am not planning on keeping this bike for a long time just enough time to get back into shape or until I find a deal on a newer CRF or YZF 450.

07-04-2008, 04:51 PM	#10 (permalink)
gscx Pro Mototips Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: bridgeville DE Posts: 2,230 iTrader: (0)	you might want to replace the basket too, i doubt it has been replaced the whole bikes life __________________ Sold

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