slipper clutch

kwaichang

Joined: 05/06/09

Posts: 1

slipper clutch
05/06/09 7:34 PM

I read a 2008 ZX-14 vs Hayabusa shootout on MotorcycleUSA.com. They pointed out that the Hayabusa has a slipper clutch while the ZX-14 does not.

My current bike does not have a slipper clutch. I've never ridden a bike that had one.

Do any of you ZX-14 owners wish that your bike had a slipper clutch?

* Last updated by: kwaichang on 5/6/2009 @ 7:37 PM *

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Philhnnss

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Lost In Oklahoma

Joined: 02/07/09

Posts: 284

RE: slipper clutch
05/06/09 10:06 PM

I'd much rather have a lock-up clutch on the 14 V/S a slipper. But I don't road race??

2006 ZX-14
1984 ZX750E1

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hoopie

Location: michigan

Joined: 02/17/09

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RE: slipper clutch
05/07/09 6:33 AM

Yes I do wish it did. I would add about 10lbs or so to it but be worth it. This bike has a ton of power everywhere and it is easy to get the back end squirrly when downshifting hard. At the same time, because it has power everywhere you dont need to down shift nearly as much.

2008 Kawasaki ZX14 Saphire Blue. Yosh R77 Full Titanium Exhaust, Power Commander 5, Custom Map, TRex Frame sliders, MRA Touring wind screen, Speed Tactics fender eliminator, Heli Bar Risers, Lawst cause frame plugs,Ketie Tank Pad

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gilberjj

Joined: 03/29/09

Posts: 127

RE: slipper clutch
05/07/09 7:27 PM

I know it's easier said then done, but blip the throttle on downshifts and your back tire won't lock up or get squirmy.

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