MPI YXZ Turbo and Clutches.
Clutch durability and the MPI Turbo. After we have read some of the posts of people asking clutch questions and a few actually having clutch problems (non-turbo units), we have some data and recommendations. We would like to publish our recommendations and observations.
Our assessment is: ANY ONE CAN BURN-UP ANY CLUTCH. Hard core riding showed NO DAMAGE or signs of slippage. However, we are not suggesting that the few consumers that have had clutch problems were at fault; perhaps driving the vehicle under water is a bit harder on the unit than we were. For our customers desiring a more heavy duty clutch, we recommend the Barnett Tool & Engineering (aka Barnett Clutches) Yamaha YXZ1000r SXS Clutch Spring Conversion Kit. p/n 511-90-10010 for under $150 list. They also offer Yamaha Clutch Plate Kit p/n 306-90-10092. Contact you Yamaha Dealer or Barnett Clutches.
