Missing clutch finger - a problem?

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09-09-2009, 10:05 AM

stuza

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Missing clutch finger - a problem?

Hey guys

i picked up a second hand zx6r that needed some minor work on it, during which a clutch finger broke off (leaving 12?). Now the bike seems to ride ok and changes gear fine. However, I am aware of the centrifugal forces here and the shear speeds involved.

Do I need to replace it? Is it going to have any long term affect?

Thanks in advance!!!!

(new to these forums and been looking around and love em! Very usefull and friendly!)

09-09-2009, 02:07 PM

hoedogg

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09-09-2009, 05:01 PM

Zbike

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To answer your question, I don't know

But, if it were me, I would replace it. The problem with the broken finger is that it becomes the weak link and the others around it get stuck with more pressure. I would think that over time, it could cause catastrophic failure. But, again, I don't know for sure, but for safety, I would change it.

09-09-2009, 07:00 PM

Dragone#19

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I would replace it. The problem with the broken finger is that it becomes the weak link and the others around it get stuck with more pressure. I would think that over time, it could cause catastrophic failure.

I agree to this reasoning.

You are talking about the tangs on the friction and steel plates?

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