New FJ Owner

[mark1969]

I really don't understand why some want to so vehemently argue it isn't needed.  It works...  do it if you need it.  Beats the crap out of a slipping clutch that's going to just get worse.  If you don't need it, don't do it.  Simple...

Frank

I'm sensing frustration which is puzzling. I don't want the double clutch mod because my left hand is not in great shape. I accept that there can be a problem with the slipping clutch, there is no argument from me, I just want a lighter clutch pull. Maybe this is more about riding styles? I don't ride full throttle that much, preferring to open it up occasionally. Maybe that is a factor, but hey, who cares really aside from me..?

[mark1969]

Yes, with the attrition of time, clutch slippage is real....deal with it.

What you're really saying is, if I don't do it your way then you're not interested in talking about it. Fair enough..

[movenon]

Yes, with the attrition of time, clutch slippage is real....deal with it.

What you're really saying is, if I don't do it your way then you're not interested in talking about it. Fair enough..

No I think Pat is just saying in time all clutches will slip. Its a wear item that needs attension at some point.  Most FJ's out there run a stock spring with no problem but after 20 or 30 years of constant use they do get weak.  I have a single oem Yamaha FJR spring installed and it works excellent.  Has a nice show room type pull.  Not hard at all.  I did try the double spring and didn't like it at all for normal riding around town.  I to have weaker fingers I guess.  My engine is basically stock. This is a nice read on some testing of spring rates along with some general clutch information. http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=1808.0.  As a note I did change out the narrow clutch disk and removed the thin wire but that has nothing to do with the pulling force on the lever.
George

[Pat Conlon]

What you're really saying is, if I don't do it your way then you're not interested in talking about it. Fair enough..

I tried to fairly discuss the different clutch options here: http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=1808.0

With consultations from very knowledgeable FJ owners and mechanics, I wrote the above post because I was tired of talking about it....
I suspect we all we all were.

The same questions, over and over, ad naseum

[Mark Olson]

Hey Mark1969,

Sounds like you got a plan to put new steels and fibers in with a single clutch spring . You also have a zzr master for an easy pull ..

So you are gonna remove the double spring and see if it works ok for you.

From the way you describe your preferred riding style , mainly low rpm with an occasional blast here and there you should be just fine.

please report back on how it worked out.

thanks.

MarkO.

[mark1969]

Thanks Mark, I will report my experience with the new clutch when all is fitted and road tested.