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slipper clutch?

Started by gregvhen, August 30, 2010, 11:14:36 PM

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gregvhen

has or does anyone on here use a slipper clutch like that in link?  GS is not listed on this particular site, but it may be available somewhere.  i personally think i would like a regular clutch better but my friend who dirt bikes alot says if i tried one i'd like the slipper much better.  Is just an off road/ racing thing? or do people like them for everyday driving too? whats your vote

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HOLY CRAP I JUST SAW THE PRICE NEVER MIND FELLAS!!!!

the mole

I love engine braking, every time I use it I think how I'm saving brake pads!

sledge

If you feel you need or would benefit from a slipper clutch on a normal streetbike there is something very very wrong with your style  :dunno_black:

skimhitz

For a supersport motorcycle on the track, a slipper clutch is that extra level of protection in case of a botched downshift. Helps ensure that the rear tire doesn't brake loose by not matching the engine speed to the speed of the back tire correctly. For street use on a GS500 though, it should not be an issue. Learning to rev match on downshifts properly is a pretty important skill to have anyways without the use of a slipper clutch.

tt_four

You would have to really try to lock up the back wheel with a rough shift on the gs.  I dont think the gs makes anywhere near enough power to consider a slipper clutch. even if they were cheap

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