【KITACO】Reinforced Clutch Spring Set Review
Fits: HONDA CT125CT110 HUNTER CUB, HONDA SUPER CUBC125, HONDA glom, HONDA MONKEY125
Best Value Reinforced Clutch Spring Set for the Grom
About quality and texture: I am happy with the quality of the Kitaco reinforced clutch spring set that contains 6 x 60% stiffer steel springs with a protective coating. You can see the difference in my attached photo of the Kitaco spring on the left and the Honda spring on the right. About the feeling of use: Much better clutch feel and bite off the line with this increase in stiffness, I can now control the clutch engagement way better from a stand still in first gear then I could with the Honda clutch springs fitted. Products to buy together: A reinforced clutch lifter is definitely needed to be purchased along side the Kitaco reinforced clutch spring set or the cast Honda clutch lifter will break. Difficulty of installation: The process to install takes about one hour, the right crankcase cover needs to be removed to access the clutch assembly and the clutch springs can be replaced insitu after removing the clutch lifter. Not difficult to do. Cost performance and comparison with other products: The costing of the Kitaco reinforced clutch spring set is by far the best value 60% spring set out there on the marketover, for comparison the SMR 30% clutch spring set is three times the price. About shipping and packaging: The faster shipping options are too expensive for myself so I just have to wait for my part to arrive via sea freight. Webike kept me updated on the status of my order up to when it shipped. The parcel arrived within the expected date range and was well packaged with no chance of the part being damaged. Any concerns, cautions, or advice when purchasing: There are clutch spring kits available with lighter springs at 10% and 30% stiffer but I would advise purchasing the 60% stiffer springs and if you need them lighter then simply add a few of the Honda clutch springs inlieu of the Kitaco springs.
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Did I change my mind? It was about the same.
I replaced it with a Belt replacement to see if it would increase acceleration in the early stages of launch. Although it is not compatible with the Belt, I checked carefully to make sure that it could be installed. As a result, I was able to install it without any problems.
The RPMs at which the clutch connects may have increased slightly. The speed at which the clutch was connected was about the same as the speed at which the clutch was connected.
It was out of conformity, so Spring rate may not be appropriate.
The Belt, which was replaced at the same time, caused the Engine RPM to drop a little when shifting throughout the entire range, and this caused a sluggish feeling.
It has nothing to do with Clutch, but....
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Clutch meat Timing change
It's effective
Timing of Clutch meat can be brought closer to the Power band.
By the time the Clutch Shoe reached the end of its life, the part of the Clutch Side that receives the Hook was worn and loose.
When replacing Clutch, this product was used around with no problems. Durability is also no problem.
Spring is too strong and may be perceived as eating the Hook side, but it also happens with OEMs.
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NIce springs at a fair price
These Kitaco clutch springs are perfect for big bore kits, its nice to have the option to run half and half for a 30% boost to clutch pressure. Kitaco on the left, stock on the right. View detail
Can be an alternative to OEM Parts
I use it as a replacement for OEM Parts.
I use 3 OEM and 3 KITACO.
KITACO should be worn on the screw section.
If you don't tighten it well, the Lifter will crack. 1pc. studied.
If you are not familiar with it, please have PRO install it.
Fee Ring feels hard at first.
You'll get used to it.
OEM Parts are prone to wear and tear, and the price is not much different.
Good product!
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Reinforced Clutch Spring Set
About quality and texture - Excellent quality, made to OEM specs but just stronger. About the feeling of use - So much better feel and bite now with these installed, almost feels like a big bike. Products to buy together - Pair these 60% stronger springs with the reinforced clutch lifter from Kitaco to complete the package, product # 307-1452690. Difficulty of installation - Easy installation for the clutch springs, just be sure the springs are seated correctly as you tighten down the bolts. Cost performance and comparison with other products - Good value upgrade part from Kitaco and can be used in different combinations with the stock springs so the best clutch springs to buy. About shipping and packaging - EMS shipping to Australia was available at the time of purchase, was cheap and arrived 10 days after shipping. Safe and sound in its well packaged box. Any concerns, cautions, or advice when purchasing - Do not waste your money buying the weaker springs from another brand, these are the best ones available. View detail