Yamaha R3 - Clutch Assembly Install

Dr. Speed Lemon shows you how-to install a new clutch assembly on a 2017 R3. This motorcycle was stolen, wrecked, then left outside. Some rain made its way to the clutch assembly, so that brings us up to speed on why this motorcycle can't move anymore and needs a new clutch assembly installed.
Check out the whole process and let us know what you think of if you have any questions during your own install.
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[@truthiswhat]

FYI this may be common knowledge to some but if the oil is cold in you bike the friction plates will stick. Just make sure not tht before replacing your entire clutch. Have a new clutch now tho. Your vid was super helpful.

[@Japhe_Methe]

LOL that was so good the way u hide ur clucth cable from the handle & i'm sure u were undone the clucth problem. LOL

[@chrisp.5272]

Haha I burnt my clutch out, wheelie practice of course. I can roll the bike backwards in first gear. Kinda excited to replace the clutch. Awesome video man.

[@motorcyclemaintenancechann2131]

Glad you’re getting better with your wheelies! Always love to read that the videos are helping!

[@Watah_nation671]

Hi, how did u know u had a bad clutch? Lost of power ?

[@reeganhobson6512]

Same bruh I just destroyed my clutch from tryna do burnouts but my dumbass held the clutch in too long to often and burnt out my clutch

[@JohnPloskina]

Subbed! I'm surprised how few subs you have. Your videos are super helpful.

[@motorcyclemaintenancechann2131]

Thanks so much for watching and subscribing! So glad the videos are helping you out, too!!

[@andresh77]

excellent video, educational and illustrative, I was left with a concern, why is there rust in the clutch chamber?

[@erickquerobines384]

Whats the ave mileage before you should change your clutch lining

[@Nathan2692]

Bro do a video on Yamaha r3 valve clearance service

[@motorcyclemaintenancechann2131]

We need to find one that needs it!

[@hulong0205]

Thank you for this video, very nice contents. I recently had a problem with my R3 after transportation in a moving pod. It tipped over on other furniture. No obvious damage and I had a engine and transy protection cover on it. The bike still starts well. It also shifts through gears, while engine is not on. But the clutch is always engaged, even I pull the lever all the way back. So it's near impossible to move the wheel unless in nutural. The bike will stall itself if start in gear, even with lever pulled all the way in. Could you please provide some advice on where to start diagnosing? Thank you.

[@deedle6073]

You probably have to add more tension to the clutch cable with the adjustment knob on the lever or at the bottom where the clutch is at.

[@hulong0205]

@@deedle6073 thanks. But I tried that. Not helping much. 😞

[@Watah_nation671]

My R3 has lost a lot of power in all Gears. Im assuming I have a bad clutch? I been doing wheelies

[@ADobbin1]

Why didn't you remove the fluids before pulling stuff apart?

[@kushpaladin]

at what mileage do you replace it? my 2020 R3 has 20,000 miles. chain is showing some wear (it's squeaking even when i lube it) but i have replaced all the fluids like brake fluid, coolant etc. clutch is about the only other thing i need done maintenance wise, though i have never taken it into a stealership for service to see what i need

[@brendanflegle3326]

Can the whole basket come off easily once the boss is out?

[@MRabbitFrog]

I don't understand how could the plates get so much rust on them. Was the crankcase cover removed? Or the water got in between the seal?

[@dr.speedlemon739]

The bike was stolen and was recovered in pretty rough shape. The original clutch cover was cracked wide open, and it sat out uncovered in the rain and elements for some time.

[@MRabbitFrog]

@@dr.speedlemon739 Ah ok so there was a crack. Sorry if I didn't pay attention if you made a video about it.

[@WalterMorastock]

she was probably detained for a long time, that is a common symptom

[@andresh77]

What is the size of the nut (which socket is used to loosen) that holds the clutch basket?

[@notstudmuffin]

It sounds like a lawnmower :)

[@ajlamborghini]

My clutch feels limp after the replacement. Would you know what the cause may be?

[@jona8512]

I’m in the same boat going crazy cause it won’t disengage when clutch is pulled in !! You ever figure it out?

[@Tcarnes8]

@@jona8512having same issue, any fixes?

[@M3james]

@@Tcarnes8 we’re you able to figure it out ?

[@xiggyproductionz2982]

Does the R3 have a slipper clutch

[@supersportetx4678]

How much did all those parts run for I do t know if I need a new clutch, but the shady dealer told me I need to replace my clutch on a 2020 r3 with just 1,043 miles… so actually two questions if im not doing wheelies then why would I be having problems so soon?

[@jacobescobar9062]

Well I have the same year R3 as you I changed mine at 18,000 miles clutch started slipping bad so the dealer is trying to hustle you.

[@MixupMashup1]

I replaced the clutch with a recluse one and the clutch lever is very easy to pull. Is that normal ?

[@motorcyclemaintenancechann2131]

No, the clutch should have a firm feel to it.

[@saul5629]

I have the same issue, did you figure out what it was?