How do I know if my ATV clutch is bad?

Symptoms: The clutch lever feels lumpy during clutch engagement/disengagement. Sometimes the lever can feel jerky. These are telltale signs that the clutch basket and/or inner hub is damaged and needs inspection.

How do you know when your clutch needs to be replaced?

If you’re experiencing any of the below symptoms, you may need a clutch replacement:

1. Spongy, sticking, vibrating or loose clutch pedal when pressed.
2. Squeaking or grumbling noise when pressed.
3. Ability to rev the engine, but poor acceleration.
4. Difficulty shifting gear.

Is a Kawasaki Bayou 300 a 4×4?

The Kawasaki Bayou 300 4×4 goes down in history as the 1st 4WD off-road vehicle from Kawasaki’s famous best-selling lineup. Featuring dual-mode differential, hydraulic disc brakes, and a 700-lb hauling capacity, this machine reigned as “the strongest four-wheeler in the field” during its heyday.

Can a centrifugal clutch be replaced on a Bayou 300?

So after riding the Bayou 300 4×4 a few times, a problem with the centrifugal clutch began to be evident. These clutches are very expensive to replace, and often when buying a used one online, you receive one that is just as worn out as the one you are trying to replace.

What’s the problem with my Bayou 300 ATV?

With the symptoms my ATV has, I’m pretty sure my problem is the centrifugal clutch…well, that and the fact that Bayou 300’s are well known for eating centrifugal clutches. So the work begins. I start by removing the right heel guard and foot peg so I can remove the clutch case cover as seen below.

What causes the clutch to slip on a 4×4?

When the springs are engaged, the plates lock together and allow the transfer of power from the crankshaft of the engine to the input shaft of the transmission. When the components become worn the clutch will slip, usually in high gear or under heavy acceleration. Both clutches are “wet clutches” meaning that they run in engine oil.

What makes a wet clutch work so well?

When the components become worn the clutch will slip, usually in high gear or under heavy acceleration. Both clutches are “wet clutches” meaning that they run in engine oil. The oil keeps them cool and helps them last longer. The friction materials in these clutches displace the oil when engaged and allow the clutches to “grab” and work properly.