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erdsh · 03-24-2011, 02:44 AM

after searching the forums I could not find an answer, therefore I ask:
I'm about to replace the clutch in my 2001 KTM 640 ADV. should I buy the original or can I use this one for example :
http://global.ebay.com/BARNETT_DIRT_...519786823/item
which costs, almost, half the price.

Will it last like the original or should I use the original due to better quality?

If I buy original KTM parts it will cost me between 280 to 310 USD, while using aftermarket like the one from EBAY may cost me around 140 to 150 USD including shipment.
Thanks.

http://global.ebay.com/KTM_540_620_6...511697265/item
this one costs 60 USD.

http://global.ebay.com/KTM_540_620_6...593300189/item
this one is 144 USD.

makazica · 03-24-2011, 02:49 AM

My 2c:

I consider the clutch one of the toughest parts of the LC4 engine.
Haw many km/miles did you do on that clutch before time came to change it?

If you opt for cheaper parts be ready to change it again sooner than if you put OEM in.....

Cheers!

M.

erdsh · 03-24-2011, 04:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by makazica

My 2c:

I consider the clutch one of the toughest parts of the LC4 engine.
Haw many km/miles did you do on that clutch before time came to change it?

If you opt for cheaper parts be ready to change it again sooner than if you put OEM in.....

Cheers!

M.

over 50K Km.
the clutch recently started showing signes of slippery under heavy use.

Droptarotter · 03-24-2011, 06:37 PM

Hi guys;
I recently purchased a 2007 640 Adventure off of one of the other inmates here.......I have not had any time to ride it yet, I still need to get it inspected so I can insure it in Canada.
I'd post pictures, but I have a hell of a time posting photo's here.
I am looking forward to getting on it once I have completed a few repairs.

Cheers

motomark39 · 03-24-2011, 07:00 PM

The complete kit would be the way to go. ($144) EBC makes quality stuff.
KTM doesn't actually make clutch plates, they buy them from a supplier.
I have used several aftermarket clutches over the years with no problems, but I have always used products from companies that are known to sell quality stuff. You have a picture of a Barnett kit. The Barnett kits used to come with heavy duty springs and would make the clutch pull very stiff.

Zecatfish · 03-24-2011, 08:04 PM

I replaced the one in mine with EBC too

Can you pull the head and cylinder without pulling the engine from the frame?
I guess I'm going to toss a set of rings in the paint shaker to stop the oil burning for now.

I found some cheap pannier bags that fit like they was make for an LC4.

My little write up on them when I set em on the XT350, really to big for it, but do fit the well.
http://armusings.blogspot.com/2011/0...ers-xt350.html

VxZeroKnots · 03-24-2011, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Droptarotter

Hi guys;
I recently purchased a 2007 640 Adventure off of one of the other inmates here.......I have not had any time to ride it yet, I still need to get it inspected so I can insure it in Canada.
I'd post pictures, but I have a hell of a time posting photo's here.
I am looking forward to getting on it once I have completed a few repairs.

Cheers

email them to me and i'll post them

Got em, Nice ride! Tell us about the bike!

Low594 · 03-24-2011, 11:14 PM

Yes, you can pull the jug with the motor in the frame. Check the threads in the jug for the head bolts, mine were tearing themselves out after roughly 7,000 miles!

Zecatfish · 03-25-2011, 05:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Low594

Yes, you can pull the jug with the motor in the frame. Check the threads in the jug for the head bolts, mine were tearing themselves out after roughly 7,000 miles!

Thanks for the reply and the little bit of info.
I will check the studs too.

VxZeroKnots · 03-25-2011, 05:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Droptarotter

Hi guys;
I recently purchased a 2007 640 Adventure off of one of the other inmates here.......I have not had any time to ride it yet, I still need to get it inspected so I can insure it in Canada.
I'd post pictures, but I have a hell of a time posting photo's here.
I am looking forward to getting on it once I have completed a few repairs.

Cheers

tell us about the bike!

mxchamp · 03-25-2011, 06:42 AM

Tell me more about where to get them nice auxiliary lights and that fancy mount for them.

TIA

VxZeroKnots · 03-25-2011, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mxchamp

Tell me more about where to get them nice auxiliary lights and that fancy mount for them.

TIA

+1

Cupid · 03-25-2011, 11:17 AM

Just got a Hero. Since we don't have a wind screen that you can see through, what do you guys use for mounting options?

Pics would be perfect.

Hayden#69 · 03-25-2011, 12:13 PM

Top or side of your helmet.

erdsh · 03-25-2011, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by motomark39

The complete kit would be the way to go. ($144) EBC makes quality stuff.
KTM doesn't actually make clutch plates, they buy them from a supplier.
I have used several aftermarket clutches over the years with no problems, but I have always used products from companies that are known to sell quality stuff. You have a picture of a Barnett kit. The Barnett kits used to come with heavy duty springs and would make the clutch pull very stiff.

which clutch did you use?
I had a very bad experience with the EBC on my yamaha TT600 several years ago.
I was thinking about the barnette.
Do you happned to know which is the 'original' KTM clutch?
Thanks.

03-24-2011, 02:44 AM	#6106
erdsh KTM 640 Adventure Joined: Mar 2008 Location: GY Oddometer: 104	KTM 640 ADV Clutch after searching the forums I could not find an answer, therefore I ask: I'm about to replace the clutch in my 2001 KTM 640 ADV. should I buy the original or can I use this one for example : http://global.ebay.com/BARNETT_DIRT_...519786823/item which costs, almost, half the price. Will it last like the original or should I use the original due to better quality? If I buy original KTM parts it will cost me between 280 to 310 USD, while using aftermarket like the one from EBAY may cost me around 140 to 150 USD including shipment. Thanks. http://global.ebay.com/KTM_540_620_6...511697265/item this one costs 60 USD. http://global.ebay.com/KTM_540_620_6...593300189/item this one is 144 USD. Attached Images __________________ TT600S XTZ660Tenere Cagiva Elefant 750 TT600R KTM300EXC CR125 YZ125 and many other...

03-24-2011, 02:49 AM	#6107
makazica Studly Adventurer Joined: May 2008 Location: Zagreb, Croatia Oddometer: 705	My 2c: I consider the clutch one of the toughest parts of the LC4 engine. Haw many km/miles did you do on that clutch before time came to change it? If you opt for cheaper parts be ready to change it again sooner than if you put OEM in..... Cheers! M. __________________ ENDURO DALMATIA LC4 Adventure parts for sale: http://s485.photobucket.com/albums/r...%20for%20sale/

03-24-2011, 06:37 PM	#6109
Droptarotter Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Cloverdale Oddometer: 833	Hi guys; I recently purchased a 2007 640 Adventure off of one of the other inmates here.......I have not had any time to ride it yet, I still need to get it inspected so I can insure it in Canada. I'd post pictures, but I have a hell of a time posting photo's here. I am looking forward to getting on it once I have completed a few repairs. Cheers __________________ HP2 Sport, R1200S, R100S, KTM 640 Adventure, KTM 520 EXC/Motard, Yamaha RZ350, Hodaka 125 Wombat

03-24-2011, 07:00 PM	#6110
motomark39 I reckon so Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Odenville, Alabama Oddometer: 1,038	aftermarket clutches The complete kit would be the way to go. ($144) EBC makes quality stuff. KTM doesn't actually make clutch plates, they buy them from a supplier. I have used several aftermarket clutches over the years with no problems, but I have always used products from companies that are known to sell quality stuff. You have a picture of a Barnett kit. The Barnett kits used to come with heavy duty springs and would make the clutch pull very stiff. __________________ 2006 KTM 640 Adventure 2013 HusabergTE300

03-24-2011, 08:04 PM	#6111
Zecatfish XTique Rider Joined: Dec 2006 Location: Arkansas USA Oddometer: 7,919	I replaced the one in mine with EBC too Can you pull the head and cylinder without pulling the engine from the frame? I guess I'm going to toss a set of rings in the paint shaker to stop the oil burning for now. I found some cheap pannier bags that fit like they was make for an LC4. My little write up on them when I set em on the XT350, really to big for it, but do fit the well. http://armusings.blogspot.com/2011/0...ers-xt350.html __________________ Google Earth GPS Howto (still a work in progress) use USGS TOPO Maps to layout trails. http://home.windstream.net/catfish/GPS The Early Bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese. https://sites.google.com/site/ozarkadventuretours/

03-24-2011, 11:14 PM	#6113
Low594 Adventuring Creep Joined: Oct 2008 Location: Oakland, CA Oddometer: 1,015	Yes, you can pull the jug with the motor in the frame. Check the threads in the jug for the head bolts, mine were tearing themselves out after roughly 7,000 miles! __________________ '99 KTM 640 Adventure R *************************************** East Bay Weekly Coffee *************************************** Support your local creep! CREEPS MC

03-25-2011, 06:42 AM	#6116
mxchamp Registered Lurker Joined: Mar 2005 Location: The corn state,11 curves in 318 miles (Iafalls IA) Oddometer: 1,193	Nice 640 Tell me more about where to get them nice auxiliary lights and that fancy mount for them. TIA __________________ Ride safe!!!! J There are 3 kinds of people in this world: Those that make it happen- Those that watch it happen- And those that stand around sayin---WHAT HAPPENED? 2001 KTM 640 Adventure R (back home in my garage with a fresh brand new engine! She is purring like a kitten! 2002 KTM 520 EXC (plated) BMW MOA #137435

03-25-2011, 11:17 AM	#6118
Cupid Adventure Poser Joined: Oct 2010 Location: DMV Area Oddometer: 37	GoPro Hero HD Mounting Options Just got a Hero. Since we don't have a wind screen that you can see through, what do you guys use for mounting options? Pics would be perfect. __________________ "You cannot play God then wash your hands of the things that you've created. Sooner or later, the day comes when you can't hide from the things that you've done anymore." Admiral William Adama

03-25-2011, 12:13 PM	#6119
Hayden#69 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Dec 2005 Location: Wichita Ks Oddometer: 247	Top or side of your helmet.

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