EFM or Rekluse Auto Clutch or ???
#11
12-18-2014, 04:10 PM
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I have had a Rekluse on my dirt bikes and did the install my self. very easy to do, as posted earlier, all you are really doing is replacing the clutch disks (metal and fiber) and the top assembly and springs.
The way it works is centrifugal force pushed ball bearings out to the edge of the top plate which engages the drive.
The way it works is centrifugal force pushed ball bearings out to the edge of the top plate which engages the drive.
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12-18-2014, 04:37 PM
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Interesting subject! For future reference a couple of links: Rekluse Auto Clutch and EFM Auto Clutch. Of interest to older bike owners is that the EFM is available for '90 on bikes, while the Rekluse is only available for '07 on.
#13
12-18-2014, 08:55 PM
Of those who have installed a Rekluse were they on HDs or dirt bikes? I didn't install mine, I had it done but my impression was that it wasn't all that easy especially when it came time to try and adjust it to work correctly. And of course its entirely possible that the dealership that did mine being their first one simply had a large learning curve or some such.
The concept behind it is very good and is something you can really make good use of if you're having arm problems.
The concept behind it is very good and is something you can really make good use of if you're having arm problems.
#14
12-19-2014, 05:33 AM
I have installed and used them on multiple dirt bikes; the first couple generations of the product were a bit tricky to fine tune, but nothing too complicated. The later versions are a much more refined clutch and easier to install/tune.
If I were in the market for an auto clutch I would not hesitate to buy another Rekluse.
If I were in the market for an auto clutch I would not hesitate to buy another Rekluse.
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12-19-2014, 06:34 AM
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Efm auto clutch works well. I bought one to put on my wife's trike. She eventually decided that using the clutch the original way was better once she got the hang of it. So I have an EFM complete with new clutch basket and extra plate clutch for sale. She used it for maybe 1000 miles. Its for a 2012 Tri Glide so not sure what bikes its will fit but will give you a great deal as once the basket has been modified you cannot go back to stock setup. (That is why I bought a complete basket with clutch) PM me if you are interested. Thanks
#16
12-20-2014, 12:15 PM
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I compared it part by part to the 2012 ultra classic clutch using Ronnies Harley Davidson website. They are identical except for clutch spring. I believe that is because the Tri Glide is heavier so had a heavier spring? Based on part number extension it appears they used this first in 2011. At the time i bought it the fellow at Efm selected the appropriate clutch for the trike. Hope that helps.
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12-21-2014, 11:02 AM
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high tq clutch
I am going to bring this thread back to life because I really need to know if a Rekluse will handle a larger motor. This is going behind an S&S 124LC so the torque hit may be even stronger and sooner than the regular 124. My stock clutch slips easily at will, and with the rev limiter set at 3500 during break in.
I like the idea of an auto clutch for traffic but ultimately need to hold the power.
I like the idea of an auto clutch for traffic but ultimately need to hold the power.
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08-19-2016, 09:27 PM
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