Why are hydraulic clutches used in motocross bikes?
With hydraulic clutches, the fluid is constantly self-adjusting to compensate for heat and wear. This keeps the clutch running optimally while giving you a consistent feel at the lever. (5) History. KTM first introduced hydraulic clutches on its motocross models in 1998, and by 2000 all of its full-size motocross bikes were using the system.
What causes a bike clutch to creep forward?
If your bike wants to creep forward, even when the clutch is pulled in, that is a sign that the hydraulic fluid in your clutch’s hydraulic system is either worn out or has air bubbles in it.
Why do hydraulic clutches need to be adjusted?
Cable-actuated clutches need to be adjusted as the clutch plates heat up and cool down. With hydraulic clutches, the fluid is constantly self-adjusting to compensate for heat and wear. This keeps the clutch running optimally while giving you a consistent feel at the lever.
What kind of hydraulic fluid do I need for my Clutch?
(10) Brake fluid. The type of hydraulic fluid your clutch system requires is printed on the cap of your clutch master cylinder reservoir. If your bike requires brake fluid, we recommend Dot 4 or Dot 5.1 fluid with high boiling points. The dry boiling point, which is the higher number, is taken when the fluid is in perfect condition.
With hydraulic clutches, the fluid is constantly self-adjusting to compensate for heat and wear. This keeps the clutch running optimally while giving you a consistent feel at the lever. (5) History. KTM first introduced hydraulic clutches on its motocross models in 1998, and by 2000 all of its full-size motocross bikes were using the system.
(10) Brake fluid. The type of hydraulic fluid your clutch system requires is printed on the cap of your clutch master cylinder reservoir. If your bike requires brake fluid, we recommend Dot 4 or Dot 5.1 fluid with high boiling points. The dry boiling point, which is the higher number, is taken when the fluid is in perfect condition.
If your bike wants to creep forward, even when the clutch is pulled in, that is a sign that the hydraulic fluid in your clutch’s hydraulic system is either worn out or has air bubbles in it.
Cable-actuated clutches need to be adjusted as the clutch plates heat up and cool down. With hydraulic clutches, the fluid is constantly self-adjusting to compensate for heat and wear. This keeps the clutch running optimally while giving you a consistent feel at the lever.