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Oct 29, 2010 | 12:26 AM

Striker951

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Average clutch life

Whats the average life of a clutch? How many miles did you have on your softail when you replaced yours? Did you replace just the plates or the whole clutch assembly?

Oct 29, 2010 | 12:44 AM

DR. V-TWIN

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I am at 55000 and no sign of needing a new clutch yet...

Oct 29, 2010 | 04:37 AM

Skitzer

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I've got a friend with a Heritage who has over 80K. Engine was rebuilt last year, clutch is the original and still works perfectly fine.

Oct 29, 2010 | 06:11 AM

Notgrownup

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I guess it really depends ....service, fluids, do you ride the clutch...Adjutments...solo, 2 up???All factors to consider...if it's taken care of like it should i don't see why a clutch wouldn't last 200k or more ???

Oct 29, 2010 | 06:16 AM

Mike T

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114,000 miles.Original clutch.

Oct 29, 2010 | 08:13 AM

handyhoward

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76,000 miles original clutch... "03 Fatboy

Oct 29, 2010 | 10:11 AM

Kadorja

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I cant remember where I read this but apparently a stock HD clutch is supposed to last the lifetime of a bike as long as you dont have a huge power adder on. Pipes, intake ect is alright... and as long as you dont abuse it and slip it too much.