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BDL BTX 11 high performance extra plate clutch kit

Designed specifically for 1990-97 Big-Twin & 1991 to present Sportster (XL) applications the BTX-11 performance clutch plate set consists of 9 friction plates and 8 steel plates, The friction plates have a larger contact surface area for more grabbing force. Add the 15% stronger diaphragm spring for more force. More force is more power and that translates to more torque and horse power to the rear wheel. The new plate set runs just #147.00. Get all the details and order direct at www.beltdrives.com

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Bikernet History Lesson from the Clutch Master

Ben tells the history of the Harley Big Twin Clutch By Ben Kudon from American Prime It all started in 1903 or there abouts… The motor company went through a number of changes over the years with the way they transferred the power from the motor/transmission to the rear wheel. Now, this clutch may have been the bad ass doohickey in the day, (and while there are still bikers out there that swear this clutch is the best), it just ain’t! That old style stud and coil spring clutch had three major disadvantages that a diaphragm spring clutch doesn’t have. The more you compress the coil springs to engage better, the harder it is to pull in the clutch lever in. CLICK HERE TO READ THIS FEATURE ARTICLE ON BIKERNET Join the Cantina – Subscribe Today https://www.bikernet.com/pages/custom/subscription.aspx  

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BDL High Preformance Diaphram Diaphragm Clutch Spring and bearing kits

High Horsepower Diaphragm Spring and Bearing kits Increasing power and torque is horsepower with is common place, but that extra hp and torque can throw your clutch into a tailspin. In response to a growing demand to control the added ponies Belt drives Ltd. has packaged their Heavy-Duty diaphragm spring with the companies tried and proven carbide ball bearings. Simply put this high horsepower kit will transfer more force to your BDL Performance clutch pack. The stiffer spring and harder and heavier ball bearings produce more pressure “force” onto your clutch plate sets at a quicker more consistent rate which is a must for built engines. More torque and power equals more pressure that is needed to the clutch pack to prevent slippage, overheating and associated damage. There are 4 new kits to choose from as well as (2) different sizes of bearings and (2) different quantities to select from. If your current ball bearing pressure plate has 32 ball bearing pockets it takes the 3/8” diameter bearings, If the pressure plate has 42 pockets it will use the 5/16” diameter bearings. Retail price is $135.00 for the (7) or (8) bearing kits and $246.50. for the (14) or (16) bearing kits. HHP-1   HIGH HORSE POWER KIT, 6 BOLT DES HD, DIAPHRAGM SPRING W/ 16, 3/8″ BEARINGS HHP-2    HIGH HORSE POWER KIT, 6 BOLT DES HD, DIAPHRAGM SPRING W/ 14, 5/16″ BEARINGS HHP-3    HIGH HORSE POWER KIT, 6 BOLT DES HD, DIAPHRAGM SPRING W/ 8, 3/8″ BEARINGS HHP-4    HIGH HORSE POWER KIT, 6 BOLT DES-HD, DIAPHRAGM SPRING W/ 7, 5/16″ BEARINGS For complete details visit the online store at www.beltdrives.com ww or call direct to 714-693-1313

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Performance Clutch Pack Replacements for stock bikes

  Performance replacement clutch packs for 1990 & later stock or slightly modifies Harley! 1048-0026 High performance extra plate kit. Fits 1990-1997 Big Twin, 1991-later XL models. Includes 9 friction plates, eight tempered steel drive plates with 15% stiffer diaphragm spring. 1048-0028  High performance extra plate kit. Fits 1998-2017 EVO & Twin Cam models. Includes 9 friction plates, 8 steel plates & stiffer diaphragm spring. Pre-measured stack height. 1048-0018 High performance extra plate kit. Fits 1998 to 2017 Big Twin & Twin Cam. Includes nine Kevlar friction plates on 6061 T7 aluminum cores, and eight tempered steel drive plates. Spring is not included. Way better than stock. Aggressive materials and tougher springs makes these clutch packs ideal for your modified or stock HD. Carbon Kevlar friction material. Precision cores. Competitive pricing Made in the U.S.A. If your bike is super modified, our Comp Master™ Clutch would be your next step!. FIND OUT MORE – http://americanprimemfginc.com/shop/

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Billy Lane’s Sons of Speed Daytona 2019

Old Motorcycles without Clutches or Brakes Thrill Spectators during Daytona Bike Week Sons of Speed inspired by Billy Lane’s passion for the thrill of old school early board-track racing, took place under sunny skies during Bike Week. READ the amazing Daytona Story at Bikernet.com Cantina by Clicking here. Photos and text by CAT Join The Cantina by Subscribing for ONLY $ 24 Annually. Also receive a special package containing an assortment of Bikernet goodies and bling.  

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