Clutch replacement question

[spencer_foxwell]

Evening all, I'm going to be replacing the clutch on my 400 using this kit

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yamaha-FZ-400-4YR1-96-EBC-CK2371-Clutch-Kit-/150696962004?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item23163d27d4

It doesn't have any steel plates inside the box, just the friction plates. Is it fine to just reuse the old steel plates and anti judder spring?

Is the gasket reusable? Or do I need to go and get one?

Also any tips for doing this little job? I've seen this video and it seems fairly strait forward...
www.youtube.com/embed/iQejoxdatGM


Many thanks!!

[His Dudeness]

yes to both questions and a good tip is make sure you take note of the exact order that the plates come out. if you get it wrong the clutch won't work. also make sure the plates are in fully before you tighten the bolts or you'll snap a bolt or break the pressure plate.

[Ruby Racing]

I believe it's a good idea to soak the clutch plates in engine oil before assembly.

[spencer_foxwell]

I guess I need to pop to Yamaha and get a gasket then, bugger. I dunno why but I assumed they were rubber reusable seals or something. At least I can use the steel plates again

Thanks guys

Oh and thanks for the tips!

[unfazed]

Make sure the pressure plats fit on correctly before tightening the bolts. It will only seat properly in a few different positions. If it is wrong pull it out and rotate it until it is right. You will know as it with sit in cleanly on the last friction plate installed.
A lot of fellows have got it wrong including a few on here and ended up breaking the pressure plate trying to tighten the bolts on it.
The bolts only require 6Nm torque and are easily over tightened and strip the threads in the clutch boss. Best to use a torque wrench.
Reusing the old steel plates is fine, and yes, soak them in engine oil for an hour or so first and wipe off the excess before fitting. I used the same EBC kit and it is working well

[adeejaysdelight]

I am one of those guys that fitted the pressure plate wrong and broke it  . Then I came on here to ask the guys. I have now sorted it and it works perfect. I have extra clutch parts for sale if you need anything. It is 8nm for the bolts that hold the pressure plate on, not 6 as stated. If you rotate the plate until you have it seated flush, you will feel it kind of slot into position. If it is not doing that, it is not right. Also, the friction plate with the LARGER internal diameter goes directly AFTER the anti-judder spring. I made an arse of this too, but Mick and a few others put me right. Also, remember to undo the adjustment screw on the other side, and take up the slack at the lever. Then you can go about setting up the biting point to your liking.


Best of luck

[spencer_foxwell]

Thanks mate the replacement went without a hitch and works great now. I also fitted some stronger springs and there is no hint of slippage even if I just slam it through the gears

[unfazed]

For furyre info ,
Bolts on the 600 are 8mm and there are 6 of them but the bolts on the 400 are 6mm and there are only 5 of them