Clutch Maintenance and Inspection - 2020 KTM 450 EXC-F

[@sumporfuk]

You pointed out more than a few nuances that I never realized and very much appreciated. What a wonderful help. Thanks for producing this video.

[@SilkRider]

Hey that’s why I do this, thanks!

[@franckbrunie4759]

Thank You! Fine explanations with all tips to do it right. My tip: I use a rim rolled over the hub and fixed to the frame to loosen the large nut. Was not possible with pre-2017 models. Yes the rubbers wear out around 100 hours.

[@newenglandscrambler2262]

Thanks for this. Perfect video. Covered everything in detail with all the "gotchas" too.

[@djantix1200]

Great vid! Thanks for detailed info. I'll be tearing into my 500exc soon to check things out.

[@ericsvich1228]

Just came across this video. Great information and help. Thanks very much !

[@steffengroh5547]

Great job... I like your stile to teach...👍

[@mototrailz]

too late now but when you install the new rubber you did not push the whole assemble far away. It should be flush especially in the back and we can clearly see that it is not pushed in all the way at 20:48 edit: you did it afterwards ..phew 😀

[@SilkRider]

Yes these days I just squeeze it together in a bench vice with soft jaws

[@neilb2593]

Hi. Did your bike pull forward when you're putting it in gear with the clutch pulled in

[@SilkRider]

Yeah that’s mostly normal especially when the engine and clutch are cold. If it doesn’t improve with a hot engine and oil then adjust your clutch hand lever and check the washer position on the Belleville spring…

[@neilb2593]

@Silk Rider cheers. Yeah that's next the Belleville spring. The bike only has 22 hours on so surely it can't be the plates. I've blead the line so that's alright

[@neilb2593]

@Silk Rider I've checked the plates and they are goosed. They need replacing unfortunately

[@owenwilliams9582]

Many thanks for the info. What would you recommend as a reasonable oil change service interval for the 450, riding in TET and easy trails, Ta.

[@SilkRider]

Hey, KTM’s manual says 15 hours for non-motorsport riding. To me, an oil change and air filter cleaning is not too different from fuelling up the tank or washing the bike; it’s cheap and it doesn’t hurt to do it often, and the benefits are great. It’s the best thing to increase longevity of the engine overall. Other people love to say manufacturers and dealers are just out to make money off of us but that argument is moot. The science and engineering are clear.

[@SilkRider]

I’d also just point out that the oil change intervals are so much shorter on dirt bikes than road bikes because the engines are much smaller and lighter and have a much smaller oil capacity as a result. That also doesn’t mean you can’t take EXCs on long adventure tours, just try and get in some oil changes and filter cleanings on the road. It gets faster and easier the more you do it.

[@jahjah8270]

got a 2020 fe350, clutch doesnt seem to be engaging all the way. Slave cylinder has been replaced and reverse bled. Push rod had a small indent from the ball bearing so ive swapped around the ends so the slave cylinder side has a flat surface to push against. Tried the spring retainer in all three positions and still not fully engaging. Clutch plates are pretty much new, the guy i bought it off used an aftermarket clutch and put the original plates back in before he sold it. Ive also checked to see if the clutch engages while the clutch cover is off and looks to move our 2-3mm. Running out of ideas so thought i would drop a comment and see if you had any suggestions for other things to try? Was thinking of trying the rekluse slave cylinder?

[@SilkRider]

Does it have the stock clutch lever? Is it bent at all and too close to the hand grip? Also from my KTM repair manual: the rounded side of the clutch push rod faces the clutch. So the flat side should be pushed by the slave cylinder. Also did the clutch work when you bought the bike from the guy?

[@hunterholman3525]

Literally in the same boat, did you find a fix? Just replaced the dampers in my OEM and now the clutch wont engage. Ive gone thru it 3 times now double checking everything. At a lose.

[@jahjah8270]

@@hunterholman3525 turns out it’s a pretty common problem, when first starting the bike and using the clutch bring the revs up and click into first gear with clutch in. After riding around for a minute your clutch should start to engage.

[@SilkRider]

@@jahjah8270 thanks for the reply, do you have any more information like what might be causing it? Would love to know more about this for when it happens to me during a rally… I’ve seen something like this happen to pro bikes in Dakar as well as Letinbichler last week in Romaniacs. All KTMs.

[@jahjah8270]

@@SilkRider I believe the bike just needs to warm up and the clutch plates then free up. I’ve been on a couple rides now it only initially happens then clutch works fine afterwards

[@davidheyneke6389]

Hi, thanks for sharing this video. Is it possible to give me the website for the service manuals for KTM please? I got the 2007 KTM 300 xcw and don't know much about it. Thanks David

[@SilkRider]

yeah it's print.ktm.com/

[@davidheyneke6389]

@@SilkRider thanks for your fast response SilkRider, I must say, it's the first time some ever reply to me. You deserve a 🥇 my friend.

[@TeaIP]

Does hinson make baskets for this bike?

[@SilkRider]

I've never seen one but the KTM basket is already drilled full of so many holes and lightened up I wouldn't see how someone else could make a lighter one. You don't want to make these out of aluminum due to all the fingers sticking out that are supposed to hold the entire clutch in place.

[@scottforti3194]

My manual says 100nm for center nut on 2023 ktm 500

[@SilkRider]

Must be an update for the newer bikes! This is a 2020 bike. Good on you for checking the bike specific to your manual!

[@tuner906]

Где такую футболку взял?)

[@SilkRider]

Подарок!