Rekluse exp.
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I have been running one for a few rides. It is good, seems to work well. I only have one critisism of it so far.
When you want to use the clutch you have to pull it in to the bars, you can't just flick it half way. I am sure I can get the engagement starting earlier, but because it has the 'freeplay gain' when you rev it (Rekluse way of saying the lever drops slightly when the motor is running) you will always have to pull it in further than usual.
Maybe a short clutch lever would be better that I can use with my 1 finger technique might be better and make sure it clears the other 3 fingers I have on the bars.
When you want to use the clutch you have to pull it in to the bars, you can't just flick it half way. I am sure I can get the engagement starting earlier, but because it has the 'freeplay gain' when you rev it (Rekluse way of saying the lever drops slightly when the motor is running) you will always have to pull it in further than usual.
Maybe a short clutch lever would be better that I can use with my 1 finger technique might be better and make sure it clears the other 3 fingers I have on the bars.
I've got on my 300 and am not totally convinced yet. I've got a Pro, on a Husky WR 250 and love that clutch. I had to readjust my EXP at about 10 hours. Not hard to do, but I have never had to do this on my Husky and it has a ton more hours on it. Plus when the GG went out of adjustment, it happened on one ride and the bike started stalling and wouldn't completely disengage the clutch manually. Not such a big deal on a trail ride, but I would hate to have this happen in a race.
I've got one in my '11 EC300, as well as in an '08 KTM 250xc and Husaberg FE450. I've had the Pro in the KTM and also in earlier KTMs I've owned.
I prefer the EXP as it is a 6 spring setup, and gives a consistent clutch feel (very similar to stock) for override, etc. It has all the benefits of the Rekluse, and eliminated the variable clutch feel of the Pro. It works great in all of the bikes, including the GG, and I wouldn't choose to go back to the Pro (or be without it either!)
As for adjustment, after initial install in a new bike (or after installing new friction plates), you need to run it for a short ride (approx. 20 minutes), and then re-set the gap per Rekluse instructions. The new friction plates "break in" during this short ride, and the gap has to be adjusted at that point. Once you make the initial adjustment, I have found that I don't need to adjust again quite some time. The KTM has at least 60+ hours and the berg has about the same and no adjustments required yet.
If you race or just want a "ready to go fix in the field", Rekluse recommends doing the break in procedure on a set of spare friction plates and keeping them ready for a clutch swap later so you can avoid the re-adjust process after install.
I prefer the EXP as it is a 6 spring setup, and gives a consistent clutch feel (very similar to stock) for override, etc. It has all the benefits of the Rekluse, and eliminated the variable clutch feel of the Pro. It works great in all of the bikes, including the GG, and I wouldn't choose to go back to the Pro (or be without it either!)
As for adjustment, after initial install in a new bike (or after installing new friction plates), you need to run it for a short ride (approx. 20 minutes), and then re-set the gap per Rekluse instructions. The new friction plates "break in" during this short ride, and the gap has to be adjusted at that point. Once you make the initial adjustment, I have found that I don't need to adjust again quite some time. The KTM has at least 60+ hours and the berg has about the same and no adjustments required yet.
If you race or just want a "ready to go fix in the field", Rekluse recommends doing the break in procedure on a set of spare friction plates and keeping them ready for a clutch swap later so you can avoid the re-adjust process after install.
danielm
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John, look me up at Dilwyn or one of the other races if you can make it and I'll let you ride mine. They are nice and evidently hard to get your hands on with all of the new GG's floating around.
Great offer Daniel and I 'll be working a check point again this year at the Dilwyn race. I'll be taking my excavator up there next weekend to fix an up- hill section riders had a hard time with last year. I had a Rekluse Pro on my 07 Honda CRF 450R and it did make it some what trail ridable so the GG with one must be something special.
Hi Guys,
The install was really easy. You will need a clutch holding tool!
Basically, you keep your basket. You replace your hub and install a Ring in replace of some friction plates. Follow the instructions, ride and adjust.
I have only had to adjust once since I installed it on the bike (which was during Break in) and love it. It has made me a much smoother beginner Enduro rider, which in deep mud and ruts is a good thing! I am no longer cutting out everywhere, I have a hare and hound this coming weekend and will post in detail following the race
The install was really easy. You will need a clutch holding tool!
Basically, you keep your basket. You replace your hub and install a Ring in replace of some friction plates. Follow the instructions, ride and adjust.
I have only had to adjust once since I installed it on the bike (which was during Break in) and love it. It has made me a much smoother beginner Enduro rider, which in deep mud and ruts is a good thing! I am no longer cutting out everywhere, I have a hare and hound this coming weekend and will post in detail following the race
A good alternative to a holding tool is just use an impact gun and leave a couple of the friction disks and plates in the basket when you loosen or tighten the nut. That spins the center nut fast enough that you don't need the tool. Milwaukee Tools makes a nice 18v rechargeable that works like a charm...
rgranger
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First GG, 2nd Rekluse EXP. I have them on both my '09 KTM xcw and my '11 GG EC300 they are super. Just like the factory clutch but no stalling! I actually think that it is better on the GG, maybe it is the GG is better. I find that I can mange lifting the front much better on the GG than the KTM for logs and such.
Torque wrench
A more consistant answer is to use a torque wrench set at 50 ft. lbs. If you put the bike in 5th gear and use the rear brake, it will hold the center hub enough.
Sometimes the impact wrench will overtighten the nut and create inconsistant stalling problems.
Thanks,
IdahoJoe
www.rekluse.com
A more consistant answer is to use a torque wrench set at 50 ft. lbs. If you put the bike in 5th gear and use the rear brake, it will hold the center hub enough.
Sometimes the impact wrench will overtighten the nut and create inconsistant stalling problems.
Thanks,
IdahoJoe
www.rekluse.com
Fred1956
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Velly good info, THANK YOU
SingleTrackMind
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I've ridden my KTM 450 XC for the past 3 years with the Pro Start and had experimented with the springs for engagement etc. Once I got it right I really liked it. The problem initially was not being able to loft the front tire to get over logs.
I just bought a 300 Nambo and rode it for 4 days in Rabbit Valley / Moab for the first time. Besides not being used to a 2 stroke I was humbled by the lack of skill I have from riding with a rekluse the past few years. My KTM 450 is pretty much a goat. I just pointed it where I wanted to go and went without any effort.
I will be putting a Rekluse in very soon! I want to learn how to make it over the snotty technical roots and rocks before I put it in just for the skill set, then I'm going for the Core EXP. Effort level is about 50% of riding without one.
A starter is in my near future as well. Say what you want, but when your tired, on the side of a hill and you have to start your bike with a broken POS kick start lever a magic button, to me, is worth the cost.
I just bought a 300 Nambo and rode it for 4 days in Rabbit Valley / Moab for the first time. Besides not being used to a 2 stroke I was humbled by the lack of skill I have from riding with a rekluse the past few years. My KTM 450 is pretty much a goat. I just pointed it where I wanted to go and went without any effort.
I will be putting a Rekluse in very soon! I want to learn how to make it over the snotty technical roots and rocks before I put it in just for the skill set, then I'm going for the Core EXP. Effort level is about 50% of riding without one.
A starter is in my near future as well. Say what you want, but when your tired, on the side of a hill and you have to start your bike with a broken POS kick start lever a magic button, to me, is worth the cost.
