Topic: STARTER CLUTCH SLIPPAGE

[mark ward]

Hmmm. That 160,000 miles most likely does not include too many 1/4 miles; which may place a limit on longevity; though my previous 836 build lasted till 2019, since '81.
     And that build included Barnett clutch, which would try to 'walk' at red lights; as you describe Per.
Surprisingly, this year's 836 motor has OEM clutch, running with no slip; while starter clutch is engaging about 1 out of 4 try's.
      Ken from CYCLE X had suggested DRIVEN racing oil, which I purchased while finishing my rebuild. But I do 'speculate', that somewhere down the road, I'll likely try SPECTRO, since there seem to be no negative reports.

[PeWe]

Different for race bikes without stock electrical starter motor.

[The Lone Builder]

Generally diesel motor oil has enough ZDDP and many of use use it in our bikes. I run Shell Rotella T5 or T6.

I can confirm this. On my recent run through Africa, I often couldn’t find motorcycle oil so I used diesel oil instead. It worked well; Fuchs Titan is one brand I remember.

The only issue was it was all 15/40 and I’d have preferred 20/50 given the temperature in some places. I guess you can’t have it all.

[bryanj]

Titan 15w 40 is the new name for the Transfleet 15w 40 i used for years

[mark ward]

Bryan, I just received your package this morning.  Looks good! Thank you again.

[bryanj]

Glad it got there safe, its the last nos starter clutch kit known of!!!!

[mark ward]

Exactly!    Perhaps you should have sold it to a museum!

[bryanj]

Nah, your need was greater mate

[mark ward]

Having purchased my K1 45 years ago; I certainly appreciate your assistance; and the blessing of like-minded people on this forum.