HINSON vs REKLUSE - Which Clutch System is Better?

[@VlogEpicness]

I just learned more in 10 minutes than my whole freshman year of high school 👨🏻‍🎓

[@Olsson229]

Haha me to :)

[@WJamesBeoch]

Dang common core curriculum.

[@bigshnitzeljesse]

My skool lernt me bigly-er then you're skool

[@inkedupgoon7478]

That's what happens when you're part of the best buddies program

[@drumtwo4seven]

And Im your first thumbs down 👍

[@chucknobles1100]

I have read and watched many reviews on the Rekluse and Hinson and not one of the magazines or other testing guys has ever shown the wear and tear with the rubber gromets or explained the slippage that way. Very cool good job Jeff.

[@baby-sharkgto4902]

EXACTLY

[@roostin]

Cause when the media guys start bashing companies or pointing out major flaws people are less likely to give them free stuff hence the “they’re all really great” statements in the bike shootouts

[@mxcollin95]

Well done man. 🤙

[@numbzinger350]

I couldn't agree more. I had no idea what damage a solid lockup could do. Bravo!

[@thebrowns5337]

​@@roostin I don't think that's the only reason, and not totally valid because if the testers have a major following it's free advertising for the brands even if the 'tester' doesn't 100% love the product because the 'tester' will always want to seem happy and positive to an extent or people literally turn off (watch the missenden flyer - both he and Zack of Revzilla find lots of positives and then add the negatives as a side note, on bikes they like even saying no bike is perfect so I must find some negatives. In fact TMF happily says he doesn't care if manufacturers don't give him bikes to test because there are always some that will!). The bigger reason most testers won't go into detail like this is because they don't know! Some are clearly not mechanically minded at all, they won't think to look at the rubber dampers in the clutch housing, might not even know they are there as they just test bikes and hand them back and have their own serviced at a main dealer, probably for free.

[@JeffWalker84]

Hey guys! I mis-spoke in this video when I said the Rekluse basket was one piece. The Rekluse basket is just like the Hinson and comes with the rubber dampeners which are replaceable, so that's a solid upgrade and I highly recommend it if you go that route! Also, I would like to point out that Rekluse offers 3 different clutch springs: silver (softest), gold (middle), and red (stiffest). I was using 3 red and 3 silver springs. Using 6 silver or a combination of silver and gold will result in a less aggressive clutch and can improve life-expectancy in the TorqDrive system. Thanks for reading!

[@chipsnpeasifuplz]

so in a nut shell a rekluse system is more catered for pro's like you where you're more likely to replace a clutch after a race meeting or every other. i've known of pro's killing clutches per day or even getting new plate between races in world champs.

[@williamsiewert6822]

Heads up, dampers, not dampeners. Great video!

[@chipsnpeasifuplz]

@@A1soldiersaint your biggest problem with an oe basket is they wont be as resistant to notching. You dont have to buy the meantioned clutches to have a good 1 there's plenty of great brand like mitaka.

[@iwilldieforhim]

Jeff Walker I’m in the middle of this replacement now so I’m glad you clarified. Definitely does have the rubber pieces and isn’t one unit.

[@geneparker168]

Not to mention when u said the the inner hub connects to counter shaft... THAT IS WRONG... inner hub sits on the input (lay shaft) . The front sprocket does go on the counter shaft... nice job with description of how it works tho...

[@motoxguy7]

I KNOW I’ve been riding longer then you’ve been alive and I’ve NEVER heard/seen a better explanation of how the clutch, as a system, works! After the tons of clutches that I’ve replaced, THANK GOD, I never had to explain “how all of it works”....until now! Next up...explain the damn intricacies of SUSPENSION!!! 👍 I even own the suspension Bible and still can’t explain it!

[@masoncrowell8368]

Agreed. Would love to see a suspension video.

[@4lifeAU]

Great job explaining how a clutch works! I would love to see more of this kind of stuff on the channel.

[@biggiegtp]

Nice breakdown in layman’s terms. Please keep them coming.

[@kylethomson5614]

This is currently the best example of how a motocross clutch works on the internet, I have never seen it explained to easily and well before, thanks Jeff

[@West_Anderson]

if you think this is best explanation, you haven't looked very hard

[@mikenimmick3920]

JW explained in 10 minutes what I learned over 30 years...lol. EXCELLENT job. EXCELLENT, easy to follow video.

[@joshba79]

I've been riding for 25 year and have never truly understood the inner working of a motorcycle clutch. I do now. Thanks for taking the time to brake each function down and explain it in plain English. Looking for to more components like suspension & transmissions.

[@theKXgreen]

Nice job on the explanation of the 3 clutch systems and comparing their functions vs. performance. I think many readers got a clearer understanding from this video.

[@tomcrnkovich1661]

Easily one of the best videos you've done Jeff. Led me to comment which I dont typically do. I felt like a really well informed rider and this video was an eye opener and one I think every serious and/or passionate rider should watch. Really, really nice work.

[@randallodom1320]

OUTSTANDING Video, Jeff!!!!! I really appreciate the extra time you took to demonstrate the stock clutch system to the Hinson / Rekluse systems. It provided for a clear understanding, and helps with deciding which route to go with the style of riding that I do. Thank you!!

[@markd2858]

Great video, I'm a 50's vet rider, intermediate level, I have a 2013 CRF450R with the Rekluse 3.0 with over 70 hours and no issues, have a 2019 CRF450WE with the Rekluse Radius CX with 30 hours and no issues. These are both the "Auto" systems which I like. I would say I'm pretty easy on a clutch as I had over 50hrs on the stock 2013 clutch. Congratulations on the new team and best of luck this motocross season.

[@5JSP55]

I just wanted to hop on here and say thanks for doing such an informative video and explaining these 2 systems in a clear and concise way anyone can understand. I've had several guys try to explain this but your video allowed me to understand them 100%. Wish there was other videos explaining installs and such as good as this. Thanks a ton.

[@nathan116roberts]

Great break down! But yes like somebody else said do a triple clamp vid and break down the difference in offsets. Keep up the good work man

[@waprouty]

One of the best KZbin videos on dirt bikes I’ve ever seen! I have a masters degree in engineering and I learned more in a few minutes from your video than in weeks of most classes. Nice job!

[@chriswalent814]

What a great educational video! Thank you for taking the time to share this with us!

[@jaimejones7473]

super informative and original content, never heard this explained this way before! was trying to decide between these two right now! more vids like this please! and more technique ones too please! Thanks

[@yamaman6882]

Great job on explaining how a clutch works and the differences between stock, Hinson and Rekluse systems.

[@MsCas3]

That was super informational and a lot of stuff I didn't know or even think about. Great job!

[@dhkonrad]

Really good video, and definitely some good info. A couple things to note though for whatever it's worth: 1) The amount of pad area on each fiber doesn't directly affect the grip of that fiber. It merely changes the pad pressure, which can affect the life of the fiber material. In general, lower pad pressure = greater pad life. 2) The Rekluse has an option included in the TorqDrive kits to greatly reduce the clamping force, which would allow you to reduce the torque capacity down to the level of a Hinson or Stock if there is concerns about durability of the transmission, but with a much lighter lever pull than a stock clutch or Hinson. 3) The Rekluse basket is not a one piece gear on the back, it is similar to the Hinson in that it has dampers, and the basket is assembled with allen head bolts allowing the dampers to be serviceable. 4) There is some benefit to having the steel core thin fiber plates of the TorqDrive because they don't expand as much as the aluminum core fiber plates of the stock or Hinson. 5) Starts aren't typically what kills transmissions and basket dampers, whoops and landing hard on the gas is what does it. But it is true that a clutch with more torque capacity will be harder on the basket dampers and transmissions in those situations.

[@lorin03hansen]

This video wasn’t made to explain clutches yet you gave the best explanation I’ve seen of them👏🏻

[@realcharlebois8719]

I understood how a clutch worked before the video, but was bouncing between these two clutch systems to buy for this season. This video was so helpful. THANKS JEFF!! keep up the great work.

[@Wdbjr12345]

I have a rekluse i love it. I don’t beat on the clutch but i definitely slip it out of the hole a lot more. It’s got over 20 hours on it now and it still is good. I never even thought about the rubber parts but when i do my side cover I’ll replace it and see how they have held up. Definitely a light feeling unit for sure. Great video.

[@Fantisan95]

That “basic” overview of how a clutch works just solved a 20 year mystery for me. Cheers

[@dennismillus4581]

Woh, thanks for the heads up. God video. I just ordered my Rekluse Torque manual last week. I am no pro but, my bike is a 2010 Service Honda CR500af. So, I will be monitoring my Clutch more. Figures I see this video a week after I bought the Rekluse. Thanks Jeff Walker.

[@sobhi05]

I'm new to the motorcycle world at 50 (should've done it sooner!) and this is by far is the best video I have seen that explains clutch and the mechanics behind it. Kudos to you, young man and thanks for the information.

[@mikeyp9894]

Such a great and detailed video! Thank you Jeff!

[@mudpro200]

Nice vid! Note: To those that might not know but different brand motorcycles have different rubber damping systems. Some motorcycle brands dampers are easer to maintain and replace than others.

[@vintageludwig]

I will say, regardless of the topic the video itself, you just gave me the most comprehensive understanding of the clutch system in general. Thank you.

[@ericwinner3587]

Super informative and helpful in understanding how clutches work and how aftermarket clutch systems vary. Excellent job Jeff!!

[@smidly7192]

That was a really good explanation of how the clutch works. Good job mang.

[@lbaraby]

Best explanation of how a motorcycle clutch actually works I've seen yet. Great job!

[@rickmcgregor5355]

Great review! Very helpful thanks!

[@evanjohnson5480]

Great information without a cheesy sales pitch. You give me hope in humanity Jeff.

[@JonIler]

Best explanation of a motorcycle clutch I've ever seen. Rad comparison, very helpful. I'm definitely going Hinson!

[@MrMotocross450]

Awesome explanation of each clutch system. Great video Jeff.

[@Pontus95x]

man you should totaly do more of these! for different parts and maybe other stuffs aswell?! rad video, wery well explained!

[@mikeschoen2756]

Great job explaining the differences, very helpful

[@terryferguson8897]

Barnett also makes very good clutch components, worth consideration, especially their clutch baskets and pressure plate with steel inserts in high wear areas.

[@zayuh2313]

Bro. Talk about research and giving an AMAZING detailed review. Amazing man forreal. Thank you bro I really really appreciate it.

[@chaseharman6376]

Yea, I hear yuh... I know a guy, first hand, that didn't check if his rubber was intact and did some serious damage.

[@kodyodell8223]

That's how you end up paying child support! Haha.

[@ericc90]

Gosh I've never watched a more thorough video and I never lost interest!

[@jonathanstead880]

Great stuff Jeff , the tech report is really useful ,much appreciated thanks

[@erichildreth7562]

I am a self taught mechanic and I do all of my own motor and suspension work including revalving suspension using Race Rech equipment, your description of how a clutch works is spot on!! Very nice explanation and thank you for taking the time to explain it!! The Hinson system works best for this guy. :)

[@tkitchens91]

This was thorough. Awesome video.

[@griffithracingteam2412]

Awesome video brother. I thoroughly enjoy these informational videos like this

[@TristanLaneMX]

Good stuff Jeff! Never tried a Hinson but the Rekluse system is next level as far as performance to the rear wheel.

[@Luke-pt3ew]

Great video mate I’ve just purchased 2020 CRF450 this info is gold thank you !

[@Decepticon313]

Teaching at the most organic level, good job Jeff.

[@biophillie]

Outstanding video. Very informative. - Thanks!

[@maverick2242]

Excellent review Jeff, great breakdown, cheers.

[@sanjuaneropr]

Lots of good information in this video and learned something new. Thank you. Keep up the good work.

[@shadowstealer100]

Super helpful! Great info and easy to understand

[@AntiStressKit]

Thank you for this excellent comparison and advice!

[@Edubbcamaraman]

Thanks J Walk! Just got a full Hinson set up. I’m even happier with my purchase now. 💪

[@ODST993]

This helps me out with my 2002 Honda cr125. I'm upgrading the fibers, plates and springs to Hinson with OEM basket. Then my dad is wanting to put a Rekluse system into his 2005 RM250. Some of the stuff will help.

[@michaelbiernat6826]

Great video way to make my clutch selection much easier was completely undecided until i found your video helpful

[@416moto]

That was in-depth and very helpful.👍🏼 thanks man.

[@kurtdavidson9808]

After Purchasing A2021 YZ 125 I have been watching tons of videos on clutch and top end rebuilds. Just for fun I have been thinking about upgrading my clutch system and could not come to a conclusion as to what set up I was going to use. This video was more informative than any videos I have seen yet. And honestly I think I have seen just about all of them. I did subscribe to your KZbin channel and I will absolutely be looking for more.keep up the good videos and I hope you can do one on pistons and top ends as well as performance pipes.

[@darrenmcbride697]

Thanks for all the information, very useful.

[@jessewark9185]

Great , useful information! Thanks!!

[@Waylon151]

I don’t comment on any videos but this was just too dang informative and explained so well I had to. Great video, keep up the great work

[@noahzumbo1555]

Hey man thanks a lot for the information I am looking at a reklus torque drive and a Hinson clutch basket, answered all my questions.

[@dunementat2191]

Excellent explanation, subscribed.

[@Tremorx00]

Great job explaining the differences!

[@spacejammininc]

On point vid 👌 much appreciated bro!

[@jacobdallas7396]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@mdlynch86]

Great video! Always wondered about the difference between the two and stock. How about doing a video on triple clamps and how the offsets make a difference?

[@hotrod_the_stuntman]

Incredibly informative, glad I watched this

[@Dirt_Bike_Dave]

Great Video and explanation of the working of a clutch system.

[@wipperwil]

fabulous clutch function explanation!

[@buster332]

Thanks for your help 👍🏻

[@brockcampbell1302]

Great job explaining everything top notch thanks

[@caseyjones466]

Very well explained. Thank you.

[@psjlacyhilton]

Well informed video, thank you!

[@gustavomello6667]

Best explanation on the subject i've ever seen.

[@almaguapa-sailboatliveaboa440]

Great review. Thx much.

[@craigmonteforte1478]

Hey Jeff I already knew how a clutch worked came here for the Rekluse info but wanted to state you explained the standard clutch excellent fast and to the point

[@twistedfilms9712]

Thank's for this. I have decided to go with Hinson on my 18 KX450F! liked and subbed

[@jimmyjoe1st]

Outstanding video, man! Great way of making anyone understand it all! Got yourself a new subscriber! Keep it up!

[@coreybailey2587]

Very informative. Thanks bro

[@cadefoster1924]

This video is awesome. Please do more of these!

[@roadie165]

Great video, very well explained!!!!!

[@edwolfe1397]

Great info made understandable and useful. Thanks for sharing.

[@jedielder7970]

Fantastic... I learned a lot from this video of yours. Thanks!

[@markostarr4062]

thanks for the in depth review

[@lgj1962]

The design intent of the increased friction surface in the Rekluse system is to afford lighter spring pressure (aka lighter lever pull force) for an equal amount of torque transfer through the clutch...so Rekluse uses lighter springs, not heavier. The deterioration of the basket dampers you showed was from thermal abuse, not physical abuse by dumping the clutch ...from my experience (P.Eng in failure analysis). Not saying you were abusively over heating your clutch through the lever, but most likely putting higher loads on the clutch because of its inherrent ability to handle the tongue in higher gears...which generates lots of slip and friction heat....these clutches can be ridden in higher gears because of their design, but doesn’t mean they should be. Yeah, I am a little bias toward Rekluse but hope this insight can clear up some of the confusing details given in the video...I agree with all other commenters that this video is a good start in putting clutch engineering in layman’s terms.

[@mareksumguy1887]

Larry J yeah that’s what I was thinking; it looks like the elastomeric material was overheated and thus hardened/embrittled.... shattering like hard plastic.

[@Eldon95084]

This is not an auto clutch which allows riding in the wrong gear. This is a standard manual clutch with better lockup allowing cooler runing temps based on lest friction. The rubbers look hammered not fried.

[@lgj1962]

Eldon95084 You are correct, the auto-clutches due seem to encourage riding in the wrong gear with resulting more slip (and heat). However, any clutch slips and produces more heat when ridden a gear too high or lower revs...it’s just the nature of all clutches. Also, I agree it’s impossible to tell from a photograph about the failure mode of the cushions (not dampers or dampeners....they are just shock load cushions). Could be hammered or heat...or both. I’ve had experience with pro riders here in Canada where the failure mode was almost 100% heat related and looked fairly similar to the pic here. So it’s just an educated guess 😀

[@lgj1962]

Cooler running temperatures are the result of the increased friction surfaces in the Rekluse design...I.e. more friction reduces slip and heat. Other systems have less friction and thus more heat.

[@lgj1962]

@@kellybrown6988 Rekluse offers I think 3 different spring rates for their springs. You should contact their customer support for exact numbers. I am not affiliated with the company at all.

[@iangillies3937]

This video is quality bro many questions answered 👏

[@dannygrinos7960]

Amazing review. Extremely well explained

[@linusnilsson2734]

Great informative video! Didn´t know it was such a different in systems between the two :)

[@jackrussell9744]

Thanks Jeff

[@devincook3278]

Well that was extremely helpful. Thanks!

[@jcsquared1111]

Blown away you broke those clutches down like a fraction!! Great job 👏 totally made me understand how they work!!

[@fs4h]

Nice video Jeff! Thanks for the info 🤘🏻

[@kkiely66]

Great knowledge and well explained. Thanks for sharing. Keep ripping, and making awesome videos.

[@ridinwithrogers1908]

Great video! Super informative

[@mrilikeskateboards]

Wow, great explanation! Stock clutch for me! I'm no racer, just road, trails and a few jumps for me, reliability is my biggest need!

[@djcombs5553]

We’ll explained! Thats college material dude keep the vids coming , this is awesome! Thank you

[@keshmo12]

I got a hinson in my trail bike and it's pretty great. Been kinda trying to wear it out so I can try out one of the rekluse auto clutches. That hinson clutch is holding up great though!