Clutch Basket Change Really Does Make a Difference

[Mark R.]

I have never been one to complain about my ST's engine vibrations, so I was sort of just reluctantly jumping on the upgrade bandwagon when I ordered a '14 clutch basket. Well, I put it into the engine yesterday, along with the '14 CCT while I was in there anyway.

One ride through the neighborhood made a believer out of me. The engine I was totally pleased with before now is about as smooth as an in-line 4. The new clutch basket is quite an improvement, and if you are on the fence about it, I strongly suggest it as an upgrade.

I looked at the Yamaha web site and could find no mention of the upgraded clutch, but I recall that the buzz was that it had some sort of rubber dampers. Clearly that is not the case, as this clutch hub is just an old-fashioned solid-riveted clutch hub. My guess is that the springs and sloppiness of the old clutch hub was the cause of some imbalance that the new hub does not have.

My suggestion for anyone not yet convinced: Do it. You will be very pleased.

Mark R.
Albuquerque, NM

 

[Dogdaze]

Hey Mark, what year is your bike? Mine is a '12 with about 13k miles on, it's a bit vibey, not as smooth as my Weestrom but not as much as my VZ1600 v-twin..........

 

[fredz43]

http://www.yamaha-motor.eu/eu/products/motorcycles/adventure/xt1200ze-super-tenere.aspx?view=featurestechspecs

"And for increased comfort and durability, the new model is fitted with rubber clutch dampers that give an even smoother ride."

 

[Mark R.]

Hey Mark, what year is your bike? Mine is a '12 with about 13k miles on, it's a bit vibey, not as smooth as my Weestrom but not as much as my VZ1600 v-twin..........

It's a '12 with 10K miles

 

[Mark R.]

http://www.yamaha-motor.eu/eu/products/motorcycles/adventure/xt1200ze-super-tenere.aspx?view=featurestechspecs

"And for increased comfort and durability, the new model is fitted with rubber clutch dampers that give an even smoother ride."

I would like to see them............

 

[avc8130]

I would like to see them............

Drill the rivets and separate the hub.

 

[Guls]

How much is the new clutch basket?

 

[rotortech71]

I agree, massive difference with the 2014 basket. I think they are about $250 through Stadium Yamaha now, and even at that price, well worth the money. (Although even better at the $39 bucks I paid for it! ::012:

There's no way I would want to take mine apart, but if one was to take it apart, I'd imagine you would find something like this. This is from an Aprilia. It's probably not EXACTLY what Yamaha did, but you get the idea.

 

[rush2112]

Where to buy for $39 bucks?

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[rotortech71]

Where to buy for $39 bucks?

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I'm referring to the pricing error that happened back in June. Several of us got the baskets for really cheap, then they corrected the error.

 

[Ramseybella]

Just got back from a 600+ mile road trip with the new Basket!! SWWWWWEEEETT!! ::012::

Waiting on my CCT from Stadium Yamaha.

I have looked for the old price everywhere no mas Cheapo baskets, price has been corrected..

 

[BButl]

Would someone list the part numbers for these two items from Stadium Yamaha? Thanks

 

[Ramseybella]

Would someone list the part numbers for these two items from Stadium Yamaha? Thanks

Lazy are we? ::025::


Primary Driven Gear Comp
2BS-16150-00-00

Nut
90179-20007-00

Gasket, Crankcase Cover 2
23P-15461-00-00

Tensioner Assy, Cam Chain
2BS-12210-00-00

Gasket, Tensioner Case
14B-12213-00-00

 

[autoteach]

yes, the bolts will work

 

[Bushyar15]

?this would make an awesome "sticky"....

Lazy are we? ::025::


Primary Driven Gear Comp
2BS-16150-00-00

Nut
90179-20007-00

Gasket, Crankcase Cover 2
23P-15461-00-00

Tensioner Assy, Cam Chain
2BS-12210-00-00

Gasket, Tensioner Case
14B-12213-00-00

Tensioner Bolt
91317-06025-00

Will the old 212 Tensioner bolt work on the 2014 Tensioner Assembly?
I see a new number on all years..

 

[AVGeek]

?this would make an awesome "sticky"....

Ask, and ye shall receive:

http://www.yamahasupertenere.com/index.php?topic=13359.new#new

 

[Ramseybella]

?this would make an awesome "sticky"....

And just in case someone asks about other parts head this way>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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http://www.stadiumyamaha.com/oemparts/#/l/yam/53306f1cf870024560f03dde/2014-super-tenere-es-xtz12eegy-parts

 

[Rasher]

I do not have a vibration "problem", but I bet it will be like when I upgrade suspension that does not have a "problem" what I find is something significantly better, and if you were to go back to how it was before then you would have a "problem"

Luckily reading about this vibration "problem" has not highlighted it to me, my bike still feels very smooth, but knowing everyone is finding it much better I am sure I will also see an improvement.

 

[Red dust]

Do I need all that stuff?

Thought the Primary Driven Gear Comp was the only thing I needed :-I

 

[Ramseybella]

Do I need all that stuff?

Thought the Primary Driven Gear Comp was the only thing I needed :-I

If your going for stopping the clutch vibe than 2014 basket is all you need I didn't buy a nut just side cover gasket old nut worked.

This mod alone was worth even the full basket price trust what we are saying. ::010::

If your getting Cam chain chatter then get the CCT and gasket as well and have complete peace of mind.