Clutch Springs

UfcFytr · #1 (**permalink**) 05-02-2005

Gents,
Replaced my RM250 clutch kit, including springs, with an EBC clutch kit. Funny thing is, the new springs are at least a 1/3 longer than the stock ones. Is this right? Could the stock ones REALLY lose that much over a couple years? I notice that the new clutch action is very stiff, which will certainly wear out the forearm quick. Anyone else replace their springs and run into anything like this? The kit i bought DOES say its for my bike. Any feedback appreciated.
Jim

Flattrack · #2 (**permalink**) 05-02-2005

EBC uses longer springs as a heavy duty spring some companies use a spring with the same length as stock but a heavyer wire. This puts more presure on the plates making them grab harder les sliping..But the down side is a harder clutch lever...

Kane · #3 (**permalink**) 05-02-2005

Yeah, clutch springs will collapse over time. The hotter they get the faster they collapse too. I couldnt say for the actual size the stockers normally are but aftermarket usually are a tad longer at minimum.