Hi There,

I just wanted to let everyone know about what I found while installing the EPI Black spring in my 03' P650. I could not figure out why the driven clutch was so hard to remove until I got it off. The clutch i.d. was rusted onto the driven shaft. I don't know if anyone else has found this , but it is something to be aware of. Nyroc has pictures of this on his web sight now.(Thanks for posting them NYROC) I wanted to ride so I used fine steel wool to remove most of the rust and I greased the shaft well before assembly. The Black spring does make a great difference in the rideability of the machine. I also adjusted the belt deflection to 24mm. It was at 33mm from the factory. I noticed that the electronic braking system engages sooner(less freewheeling) when I let off the gas now. It took a ride to get used to but I like it better this way.

Ed

 

If anyone has a rusted secondary shaft, be sure to check the bushing inside the clutch that rides on the shaft. If it's worn or scored, it may not have been greased from the factory. I've seen some dry clutches that were replaced under warranty.

 

NovaKaw,

It was weird, the 4 buttons had ample grease on them but the area where the shaft lies against the driven clutch i.d. had no grease!

ED

 

The ones I saw had no grease anywhere!