Topic: CRF250 R Clutch in a CB550K?

[cadyjam]

I was looking around for clutch options for my 75 Cb550. I came across the EBC CK clutch kit and noticed in the fitment tab it listed '04-'07 Honda CRF250R. Now I was curious if anyone has heard/used the CRF clutch or aftermarket clutch in there 550,or if it should even be considered an option for a replacement, street, or performance use?
http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=&store=Main&catId=&productId=p381796&leafCatId=&mmyId=9297

[turboguzzi]

happens often, the plates of my 83' GPZ750 are shared with the 2010 ZX12.

all what it means is that the friction plates are the same so you can use also use performance plates from modern models on older ones.

The plates count is going to be different, so not sure what you mean by using the "clutch of a crf450", the baskets for instance? not likely

BTW using those cross references i found a cheap Barnett plate kit that was advertised for a different model....

[iomtt9]

I am using Kevlar plates from a KTM, on my Honda 500/4. Not sure what model (loss of memory or just getting old ! ) .
Will post model and part no when i dig the infoout. !!!
Col

[bwaller]

These are the very things that are found out while working in a bike shop. We need a parts man with SOHC4 experience.  It is certain the same old style parts are shared between models. What I'd like is the improved part from that modern engine, exactly like Col has found.

I'm all ears Col and well done on the Island.

[iomtt9]

Will do Brent, there was talk of some of us doing a USA meeting next year, i think it could be Barbour then Daytona
but im in with the little Honda, keep you posted !!!
Col

[turboguzzi]

Will do Brent, there was talk of some of us doing a USA meeting next year, i think it could be Barbour then Daytona
but im in with the little Honda, keep you posted !!!
Col

Col, what are you going to ride? heard you are bike-less these days

TG

[iomtt9]

?? no not heard that i will be taking the Honda 500/4 over, dont know where you got that from.
Am building another one up 500/4, but still keep this one for now.
Doing Croft 2 weeks time then off to Spa at Easter .
Col

[cadyjam]

Looking into it a little more I am having no problem finding friction plates, but I am finding it hard to come across any clutch plates that aren't Honda OEM. Any suggestions on plates and friction form other bikes that will work?

[Howell]

?? no not heard that i will be taking the Honda 500/4 over, dont know where you got that from.
Am building another one up 500/4, but still keep this one for now.
Doing Croft 2 weeks time then off to Spa at Easter .
Col

Hi Colin,

We meet you at Spa , see you.

gr.René

[classic bike tuner]

clutch plates from barnet for the 500 have nr 301-35-10018  and are found in
honda cb 550 sc  
suzuki gsxr 1000
suzuki TL 1000
honda cb1 400cc
honda cb 650 sc
cb 750 nighthawk
honda cbr 1000 rr
honda vfr 1200
and perhaps even more

same plates also fit cb 550 and 650-2valve but barnett nr =10001  [other thicknes ??]

the steel plates may be different

[turboguzzi]

Looking into it a little more I am having no problem finding friction plates, but I am finding it hard to come across any clutch plates that aren't Honda OEM. Any suggestions on plates and friction form other bikes that will work?

unless you are experiencing clutch slip (and you should increase power by quite a bit to have slip), cant see a reason why not to use OEM

[paulages]

Looking into it a little more I am having no problem finding friction plates, but I am finding it hard to come across any clutch plates that aren't Honda OEM. Any suggestions on plates and friction form other bikes that will work?

unless you are experiencing clutch slip (and you should increase power by quite a bit to have slip), cant see a reason why not to use OEM

I looked at this thread with excitement, then thought to myself... "wait, my clutch doesn't even slip with stock springs and stock friction plates and double the stock power output." It's good to know, but I still think using the 650 primary/clutch gearing is the way to go.

[Flying J]

so your saying i could buy this clutch kit for $50

rather then this kit for $199

[cadyjam]

so your saying i could buy this clutch kit for $50

rather then this kit for $199

I know the friction plates are the same but i'm not sure on the steel. I ended up getting steel plates from an 08' ninja 250 and friction plates from a 650. I crossed the numbers trhough on barnett's site. The only problem I am having now is finding a Clutch cover gasket. Called my local Honda dealer and part has been discontinued.

[fastbroshi]

I looked at this thread with excitement, then thought to myself... "wait, my clutch doesn't even slip with stock springs and stock friction plates and double the stock power output." It's good to know, but I still think using the 650 primary/clutch gearing is the way to go.

Paul, I thought you were experiencing some slip with the stock primary gearing, as well as the stock clutch components?

[Motoguy23]

I've heard that Barnett clutch plates used to wear out the oil pump because of the material that they used in the friction plates.  I'm not sure if they are still using the same material or not.

[turboguzzi]

so your saying i could buy this clutch kit for $50

rather then this kit for $199

I know the friction plates are the same but i'm not sure on the steel. I ended up getting steel plates from an 08' ninja 250 and friction plates from a 650. I crossed the numbers trhough on barnett's site. The only problem I am having now is finding a Clutch cover gasket. Called my local Honda dealer and part has been discontinued.

I use high quality sealant without a gasket, works just fine.