Clutch replacement

legend82 · 08-01-2007, 11:21 AM

I'm at 10,700 miles on my 2006 Nomad and now I feel my clutch slipping when I hit the throttle hard (feels like it drops a gear).
Should I have my clutch changed to O.E.M. parts or is there a better assembly to use?
I ride fast and hard and 2 up alot.
I can really use some advice.

blowndodge · 08-01-2007, 12:51 PM

10,700 miles doesn't sound like very good clutch life! In my old drag racing days on motorcycles, Barnett made the best friction plates and drive plates.

From what I've heard, you should use the 1600 Mean Streak spring (not really a spring anymore) as it applies more pressure. Also some have used a product called Judges Washers. These are washers that nulify the "slipper" function of the Nomad so when you downshift fast the tire doesn't lock up momentarily.

Instructions found here: http://www.gadgetjq.com/clutch_spring_replacement.htm

bluetongue · 08-01-2007, 03:58 PM

Legend82, I have over 20,000 on my 05 and have ridden mostly 2 up and me and the wife are not little people.
What type of oil are you using cause some of the auto oils with friction modifiers will cause the same symptom.

rebel · 08-01-2007, 04:52 PM

Try checking you clutch spring it could make your clutch slip.

blowndodge · 08-01-2007, 05:10 PM

Yea, it doesnt' sound right to me either

legend82 · 08-01-2007, 11:21 PM

Thanks for the info everyone. I'll be going to my dealer's shop this weekend and hopefully resolve this problem. I'll let you know the results.
"love to live - live to love"

legend82 · 08-08-2007, 03:55 PM

Update date on the clutch problem.
Took it to the dealer and he's replacing clutch assembly (covered by warranty) They also agreed that this should have never happened so soon.
I respect a shop that sticks by its products with no fuss!!!
Gotta love it.

rzuni · 08-08-2007, 04:07 PM

I hope mine back my warranty up as well. Since at the rate I am putting mileage on my Nad, I should have over 50,000 miles by this time next year.

richardd · 08-08-2007, 04:09 PM

I AM WITH OIL GUY DON'T USE SYNTHETIC WITH WET CLUTCHES

08-01-2007, 11:21 AM	#1
legend82 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 60	Clutch replacement I'm at 10,700 miles on my 2006 Nomad and now I feel my clutch slipping when I hit the throttle hard (feels like it drops a gear). Should I have my clutch changed to O.E.M. parts or is there a better assembly to use? I ride fast and hard and 2 up alot. I can really use some advice. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-01-2007, 12:51 PM	#2
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Clutch replacement 10,700 miles doesn't sound like very good clutch life! In my old drag racing days on motorcycles, Barnett made the best friction plates and drive plates. From what I've heard, you should use the 1600 Mean Streak spring (not really a spring anymore) as it applies more pressure. Also some have used a product called Judges Washers. These are washers that nulify the "slipper" function of the Nomad so when you downshift fast the tire doesn't lock up momentarily. Instructions found here: http://www.gadgetjq.com/clutch_spring_replacement.htm __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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08-01-2007, 03:58 PM	#3
bluetongue Advanced Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: New Caney,Tx Posts: 510	Clutch replacement Legend82, I have over 20,000 on my 05 and have ridden mostly 2 up and me and the wife are not little people. What type of oil are you using cause some of the auto oils with friction modifiers will cause the same symptom.
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08-01-2007, 04:52 PM	#4
rebel Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: LONGVIEW, TEXAS Posts: 10	Clutch replacement Try checking you clutch spring it could make your clutch slip.
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08-01-2007, 05:10 PM	#5
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Clutch replacement Yea, it doesnt' sound right to me either __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-01-2007, 11:21 PM	#6
legend82 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 60	Clutch replacement Thanks for the info everyone. I'll be going to my dealer's shop this weekend and hopefully resolve this problem. I'll let you know the results. "love to live - live to love"
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08-08-2007, 03:55 PM	#7
legend82 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 60	Clutch replacement Update date on the clutch problem. Took it to the dealer and he's replacing clutch assembly (covered by warranty) They also agreed that this should have never happened so soon. I respect a shop that sticks by its products with no fuss!!! Gotta love it.
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08-08-2007, 04:07 PM	#8
rzuni Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 24	Clutch replacement I hope mine back my warranty up as well. Since at the rate I am putting mileage on my Nad, I should have over 50,000 miles by this time next year.
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08-08-2007, 04:09 PM	#9
richardd Jr. Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 7	Clutch replacement I AM WITH OIL GUY DON'T USE SYNTHETIC WITH WET CLUTCHES
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