What to expect when getting a slipper clutch?

[duc996]

I'm about to get a slipper clutch,i have no idea what to expect if i do get it.Can you guys give me some tips?like will there be any changes except for the obvious of course.Will it be harder to pull on the lever?Sorry for the ignorance,i just wanted to make sure it'll be a worthwhile purchase for me.I'm getting a used one for $800.TIA!!!

[ducpainter]

You might want to check motowheels before you drop 800 on a used one.

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[Greg]

I'm about to get a slipper clutch,i have no idea what to expect if i do get it.

I'd expect some slippage

Seriously though, why do you want one?

[Howie]

Your bike will be faster because your wallet will be lighter

[MrXtreme]

The biggest advantage of the slipper is when you're diving into a turn you can bang down on entry as many gears as you want to set up for the exit.  You don't need to feed the clutch lever to keep from locking the rear wheel with the downshifts, just hammer down as many as you need.  It allows you to spend your concentration on braking and your line which in turn will reduce your lap times.

As far as lever feel, it depends.  Some feel the same as stock others have a "notchy" feel to them.

Don't forget you will have more maintenance with the slipper depending on the model.  STM types with the balls will require them to be taken apart and the balls and ramps cleaned and lubed periodically.

[duc996]

The brand is ducati performance,i'm thinking of getting one coz i figured it might be a good upgrade,and if it's going to help with the performance of the bike why not:-) when you say maintenance,what kind and how often?

[MrXtreme]

It doesn't help with the performance per se.  It allows you the rider to concentrate on your performance vs. worrying the clutch and back torque to the rear wheel.  When I put my first slipper into my supermoto it made a noticeable difference in lap times.  I was riding smoother and more consistently.

The Ducati Performance clutch looks like an STM.  You'll need to pull the pressure plate, clutch pack, and the inner hub out to clean and regrease the balls and ramps.  Don't lose any of your balls when you take it apart    I don't know what the interval is.  You'll have to RTFM    to get that info.  It's not hard to do.  Should take less than 30 minutes to do.

To be honest, unless you are planning on a lot of track days, you may not find it worth the money.  You'll have the extra maintenance and you also might see reduced longevity of the clutch pack.  And at $200 a set it will add up over time. 

But it is a hobby and one spends money on what makes one happy!