Magura HYMEC Hydraulic Clutch for my 2021 Yamaha YZ250FX

[@Bubbleuprubberdown]

I did the Hymec on my ‘17 YZ250FX. It was great, loved it. Just as good if not better than the cable. I put on a few good hours and then sold the bike for a smoker. Loved the FX. I recommend this thing.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Awesome, thanks for watching!

[@brapbuddy9660]

I love my Magura! It makes the bike so much more enjoyable to ride. Make sure to change the fluid every once in awhile or you can blow a seal in the slave cylinder, found that one out the hard way

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for the tip!

[@adzythepwcblokeinaustralia5467]

I have a 2021 WR250F here in Australia , I have used a Magura hydraulic clutch on my old WR250F but after installing a Rekluse CX3 Radius auto clutch its not even neccesary to have a lever . I have a hydraulic LH master cylinder and brake lever on the LHS plumbed directly to the rear brake with brake pedal removed . It is amazing how good it is and takes the workload off the rider when racing .

[@KestrelYI]

Great walk through and explanation of the process & benefits. Thank you for making this! Considering it for my WR.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@jasonstevens4192]

I have a buddy that put one on a 19’fx, wow, crazy how light the pull is, thinking this will be my next upgrade for my WR250F!

[@rorylah]

did yiu end uo doing it ? if so how easy is the pull ? can you do with one finger ?

[@terrywilson1362]

I have a stock clutch on my 19 YZ250FX and it is just as easy if not easier to pull than any hydraulic clutch I've pulled on I wouldn't change it for anything

[@earl6969]

I run the gen2 hymec magura on my steely wr450f. Added the moose shorty lever and it all actuates a torque drive recluse. This turned a tractor brute into a very manageable honey badger. *Slow is smooth... Smooth is fast. 🤘🤠👍

[@earl6969]

I use the moto mountain 50% draw lever,but I'm told you can use anything that fits a 2000 and up husky 250.

[@rorylah]

im thinking of doing the same mate would you be able to help me with your experience. does the gen 2 hymec feel light enough that you can pull clutch in with one finger ? is it as good as other hydraulic clutches such as ktms oem clutches ? and is the “gen 2” newer ? hence the name ? thanks Rory

[@jakenader2265]

worked great on my yz450f, thanks for the help. it feels like a new bike.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@thumbgas888]

What did you do to make it work?? Mine will not work on my 450fx😢

[@WAKO426]

What is advantage over cable besides being easier?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

I prefer the feel of the hydraulic, it's just a personal preference. I've been using this for 110 hours on this bike and I'm still enjoying it.

[@intothewhite2]

Still liking it 18+ months later?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Yes. I put 140 hours on my 2021 bike using it and I recently moved it to my new 2023 yz250fx. I shared more info and thoughts in a recent video linked here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4LOomSvZtlkj6c

[@jake981]

Hey do you have the link on Amazon for this kit? I'm seeing a kit from Magura with this same PN# but it has older pictures. I want to ensure it's this same kit you have. Haha.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

I found the same listing as you on Amazon and wasn’t sure about it either. Rocky Mountain ATVMC might be the best bet.

[@jake981]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie Thanks for the heads up! I ended up spending a touch more money and just ordered it from RM ATV. My bike comes in April this year so I'm itching to put these parts on her! Being from the West Coast, I'm also jealous of your tight and twisty rutted trails! Haha. Cheers!

[@DdDten]

If you break the lever do you have to get another magura lever or will a universal one work like asv etc?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

The aftermarket levers fit. I’m running a Moose lever because it’s shorter than the original. Most husqvarna dirt bikes use the same type lever so they’re pretty easy to find. Thanks for watching!

[@sethwaterfall]

Great vid! What riding gloves are you running?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

O’Neal Element.

[@Dat_Sun]

Having issues finding this part. The link doesn't work and the Part number is only partial. 2100008 (-10 or- 50?) Lots of different last digits to choose from.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

It's available on Rockymountain at www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/magura-hydraulic-hymec-clutch-p and on the Magura site at www.magurausa-shop.com/product.htm?pid=117198 Both Rocky Mountain and Magura list the part number as 2100008 with no additional numbers.

[@Dat_Sun]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie I wonder what the difference is when 2100008 is followed with a - 10 or - 50 (2100008-10). Thank you for confirming the correct part. I came krom a 22 tpi bike and find the yz clutch to be like a rusty boat anchor chain winch in comparison.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@Dat_Sun Glad to help. Not sure about those other part numbers. The Magura site states the specifications for the kit with the master cylinder size, the line length and the slave cylinder size. You may be able to compare that info on the other listings you're looking at. I got spoiled to the KTM hydraulic setup too. The cable feel is completely different.

[@Dat_Sun]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie I looked and compared. The last digits (-10 or -50 for example) includes a switch, or longer blade or different length lines.

[@Dat_Sun]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie I installed it today, I have less than 1mm freeplay with no washers. I wonder if the freeplay will increase after I get some time on the clutch? (Brand new bike). The clutch pull is noticeably easier.

[@Captain250FX]

Great video! Something to think about if I get a new FX next year!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching. They make a kit for your bike too.

[@jpp2422]

Great video. Did you have to make an internal adjustments to make it work with the Rekluse? Thinking about adding one but run a rekluse and don’t want to go crazy adjusting it etc . Ty!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Check this video for info on making it work with the Rekluse. 2023 Yamaha YZ250FX - Custom Build for Harescrambles and Sprint Enduros kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4LOomSvZtlkj6c

[@jpp2422]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie thank you

[@RichardStreeterYZ450FX]

Hey there, just purchased one of these for my 2020 450fx will have it in a week or so, I'm wondering if there's any issues with heat from the header pipe as it looks like the slave cylinder is going to be very close. Cheers Richard

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

It is very close, but I haven’t had any problems. I’ve done 3 races with it and no issues. The mineral oil boiling point is about 600 degrees f. The 450 may put out more heat.

[@mrmotocross6819]

Hey bro just found this channel i like it.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Awesome, thank you!

[@stinthedude]

My magura clutch doesn't engage til its almost to the bar. I need to get all fingers on it or I'm not able to pull it far enough to use it effectively. Do i just need to bleed it? It came on the bike (and it's my first bike) so I don't know if this is normal

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

It either has air in the system or you need to shim the slave cylinder. Look at the slave cylinder while you pull the lever. The slave cylinder rod should start moving immediately when you move the lever. If it doesn’t there is air in the system.

[@stinthedude]

@DirtBikingwithDonnie it's still on the bike but it does wiggle around right away when I pull the clutch lever

[@ВсёдляМОТО-л4ж]

When you put the car in gear on the repair chair, does the wheel spin too much? Can you stop it with your hands?

[@markgunnison]

That seems like a great idea. I love hydraulic clutches.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

I’m enjoying it so far. Thanks for watching.

[@LukasStaton]

what clutch levers can i replace onto it? can i put husqvarna levers on it? love the kit butttt the chrome ain’t gonna last for me

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Yes, any clutch lever that fits husqvanra with Magura will fit this.

[@LukasStaton]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie awesome thank you sir!

[@WAKO426]

Wow I have a 2015fx and a new ktm 500excf with hydraulic clutch and my fx is as easy as ktm is new bike stiffer?

[@Eddie_Barrett]

where did you buy it from where did you buy it from i can't find it anywhere in stock

[@yamaha188zt]

Can you run different levers or only the one it comes with

[@rorylah]

do you know whether this will fit a 2018 wr450f ? or is there likely to be a problem

[@joe0813]

Whered you get this.... Seems like everywhere I check says it doesn't fit my 2020 250fx

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

I got mine from Rocky Mountain ATVMC. Fitment charts aren’t very good for these kits. I had to contact Magura to get the part number for the right kit, which is 2100008 for the 21 YZ250fx.

[@joe0813]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie would that also fit the 20? It should

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@joe0813 Should be the same but I don’t know that for certain.

[@jerrymena3345]

Hi! Can you adjust the distance on the lever depending of your hand size? Like the KTM? Thanks!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Yes, it's little different than the Brembo setup on KTM but it is adjustable.

[@jerrymena3345]

Thanks!!

[@eyeam33]

HI there, I tried to order the clutch from your Link to the rocky mountains site, but it states on the website the it only fits the YZ250F 2022 not the YZ250FX 22 like I have, do you think it will fit/work fine? Just want to make sure before I order. Rocky mountain say they can't confirm

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Yes, you have to order it for the YZ250F.

[@thumbgas888]

Did it work rightaway out the box, I have a 450fx and just bought this and it will not work at all

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Yes, no problems at all. I believe the 450 is a different kit. I'm assuming you bought the 450 kit and not the kit reference in the video.

[@thumbgas888]

@Dirt Biking with Donnie Rocky Mountain, send me the same part # as the one you have on the video, I think the only one thats different is for the WR250/450f, for the FX and regular F are same part #, ill play with it a little more and see if I can get it to work, but its frustrating for sure, Thx for the reply!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@thumbgas888 That’s strange because the 450f and 450fx have the same motor and the 450f kit has a 35mm slave cylinder. The 250f/fx uses a 41mm slave cylinder.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@thumbgas888 RMATVMc doesn’t list this kit for the FX at all. You have to buy the corresponding F kit. You have the same engine as the 450F, you need the 450f kit. The 41mm slave cylinder you have in the 250 kit won’t work.

[@thumbgas888]

Ok problem solved, just talked directly with a Magura Tech, the free play has to be from 4/6mm,due that they dont have a slave for the FX or the F in a kit, I had to add washers to get to that free spacing and now it works good,so far. He also sugested to make a custom kit with a 10.5 bore Master insted of the 9.5 that is on this kit but that would make the pull a little harder as well.

[@714_kx]

I'm considering buying one of these, do you think it is too late to get a 2021 model? Should I just wait for the 2022's to come out?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

I’m not sure if they’re changing anything for 2022. The 2021 bikes are kind of hard to find. Maybe wait until the info on the 2022 models is out and decide then.

[@BlueDawnEnduro]

SUper cool mod. Congrats.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks!

[@Yotamug]

does the 21 fx not have the safety switch?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

It does not have a neutral safety switch. My 23 doesn’t either.

[@sethbarnes_2236]

Will this kit work on my 2019 yz250f. My clutch cable just snapped and my friends rhat ride husqvarnas were giving me shit about having a clutch cable.😂

[@robertwoods2505]

Great job brother. Enjoy!!!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@MariusBakke]

how long was the cable?

[@dalejake5540]

I wanna put on my wr450f 2019 will it be worth it

[@codename7832]

Is there additional numbers after part: 2100008 of this clutch. I am trying to purchase this clutch but it gives me different models: 2100008-10, 2100008-40 etc. Same bike as yours 2021 250FX

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

When I look it up on the Magurausa-shop.com website and on Rockymountainatvmc.com it's just 2100008.

[@codename7832]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie thank you

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@codename7832 You’re welcome. Also, the box it came in just has 2100008.

[@codename7832]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie for some reason when i put this number into Rocky mountain website it doesn't even gives me option to pick 2021 YZ250FX. Closest it goes is 2021 YZ250X😆

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@codename7832 Put in 2021 yz250f.

[@scotttapp561]

So, have you ridden the YZ enough to know if you generally prefer a 4 stroke over a 2?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

I had a 2015 Honda CRF250X and a 2017 Yamaha WR250F before, but I've spent most of my riding hours over the past few years on the KTM 2 stroke. I enjoy riding both but for now I think I'm smoother on the KTM. I need more time on the YZ250FX.

[@thepatternforms859]

Sweet!

[@randytidwell5836]

what type of fluid does the clutch use. Mineral oil, brake fluid

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Mineral oil

[@shannonlooney7082]

What bike hauler is that and how do you like it?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

It’s a Mototote. It’s awesome, I need to make a video about it.

[@msparacino4191]

Can you keep the clutch switch on this setup?

[@brentsimons3991]

Are you still able to pull the clutch in and still leave fingers on the bars (fingers between the lever and the bars, like smashing them almost)? I use 1 or 2 fingers with my clutch cable setup now. But, at the end of the day my fingers get sore. I see maybe a hydro clutch in my future. I've been on the fence, Lol. Thanks for the video Donnie.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Yes, I use my middle finger only for the clutch. You can adjust freeplay with the provided washers (that's why I used all 3) and you can adjust at the lever as well. I can completely disengage the clutch with 3 fingers still on the grip.

[@brentsimons3991]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie Thank you Sir!

[@BlueDawnEnduro]

moving your lever in does wonders and avoids smashing fingers when using proper 1 or 2 finger pull. I also have friends who cut the end of the lever off to to clear your outer fingers.

[@KestrelYI]

You could combine the just the Magura slave & clutch line with the Clake One Light clutch master cylinder. Added cost but the Clake is very well reviewed and can halve a hydraulic clutch pull.

[@gabegoodman8219]

Does it start in gear as good as before or better

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

No difference there. Starting in gear is still hit or miss.

[@jounipohjolainen2687]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie Have you tried increasing the idle rpm a bit? So the battery did not completely cure it?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@jounipohjolainen2687 AG801, idle adjustment and map changes all helped. I wouldn't consider it cured as it's still not a sure thing for race starts in gear. I'll continue starting races in neutral.

[@matbailey85]

Which hand gaurds and bar mounts do you have? Thx

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@matbailey85 Cycra HCM (handlebar clamp mount)

[@kiwi-moto]

Nice. what is the model number of the kit you got for the FX?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

2100008

[@roo450]

nice

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@jasonluhmer4792]

probably better off putting the money into a rekluse