YAMAHA RAPTOR 700R Clunking Hard Shifting
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93%
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Clutch Plate Kit
Thermal deformation of the steel drive plates causes them to lose planarity, maintaining frictional contact with the friction discs even when the pressure plate is released. This parasitic torque prevents the transmission input shaft from reaching a zero-load state, making gear transitions physically difficult. Replacing the pack restores the necessary air gap for clean disengagement.
SKU: 1S3-W001G-00-00
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4%
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Clutch Basket
The friction plate tabs create indentations or 'notches' in the aluminum basket fingers due to high-torque loading. These notches act as physical detents that trap the plates, preventing them from sliding axially when the clutch is disengaged. This mechanical interference maintains drive to the transmission, resulting in hard shifting and loud dog engagement.
SKU: 1S3-16150-00-00
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3%
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Shift Detent Arm
The shift detent arm and its associated spring provide the mechanical indexing for the shift drum. If the roller on the arm becomes flat-spotted or the spring loses tension, the drum will not rotate smoothly to the next gear gate, causing a 'heavy' feel at the shift lever and inconsistent gear engagement.
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DIY Repair Guide
Watch exactly how to replace the Clutch Plate Kit.
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