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Old Apr 17, 2012 | 11:18 PM
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Im putting in a clutch on my 1200 sportster it has alot of engine work! which clutch will be better the barnett fiber or the kevlar? both are the extra plate kit.
 
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Old Apr 18, 2012 | 06:26 AM
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either should work, be more concerned about the clutch spring. Get a performance one.
 
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I finally went with the Screamin Eagle extra plate kit with Kevlar plates. The Barnett is also prolly a good option. Anything you do to get rid of that damn center spring plate will be a HUGE improvement.
 

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