I have recently ventured into the world of ATV's and have purchased a kawasaki Prairie 650. i really like the power and the way the unit performs but have some worries about the clutch. When taking off slowly or starting on an incline the belt squeals alittle but if you give it the gas it hooks up and goes without any problems, also i get some chatter out of what i think is the drive clutch (hard to tell with the cover on) at about 10-15 MPH. I have replaced the belt and it helped some but it still is not quite right. I don't have much experience with centrifugal clutches and am looking for some pointers on where to start. I don't really trust my dealership except to order the parts. But if anyone can point me the right direction i would appreciate it. Thanks!!

 

Classic example of a loose belt. Click on my site, then click on P650 service manual and then click on belt adjustment and specs to see how its done. Next time I make a belt adjustment I will show step by step pictures of how to tighten up the belt.

 

if i get into it and find i need parts for the clutch is the dealer the best source for parts??

 

Probably ronayers.com is your best bet. worldofcycles.com is another good source for oem parts. You will have to call them though.