What causes a starter clutch to fail?
The one-way bearing inside the assembly is usually the cause of starter clutch failure. If your bike does not start easily and you spend a lot of time cranking the engine this will wear out your one way clutch faster as well.
How does a ATV starter clutch work?
When you engage the starter, the clutch locks the shaft to the gear, effectively turning the engine and starting it. Once the engine is running then the clutch disengages and allows the starter motor gear to spin freely.
What is the purpose of overrunning clutch in starter motor?
When you attempt to start your heavy machinery, you need the engine to start to turn freely as your engine attempts to run. The overrunning clutch in the starter drive makes this happen. So the overrunning clutch transmits torque in one direction but then freewheels in another direction.
Can you change the starter clutch on a Harley Davidson?
Harley has since changed the design. Now the Harley starter clutch and gear are one component within the starter and swapping one out is easier than ever. Changing the Harley starter clutch is actually very much the same process as earlier (5 speed style) starters, with the exception of not having to touch your primary.
Is the starter clutch the same as the starter gear?
Prior to 2007, the starter clutch and the starter gear were two separate parts. Harley has since changed the design. Now the Harley starter clutch and gear are one component within the starter and swapping one out is easier than ever.
Where can I get a free starter clutch replacement?
Go to your local Autozone and rent a harmonic balancer puller for FREE. Yamaha updated the design of several parts in the starting system, so it is best to replace the starter, one way starter clutch, bearing, and idler gear between starter and starter clutch.
Who is responsible for a faulty starter clutch?
I CLAIM NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE DUE TO MISTAKES MADE DURING THIS PROCEDURE. WORK ALONG WITH YOUR REPAIR MANUAL.
How do you install a new starter clutch?
Install the new starter clutch into the starter nose piece and replace the nose piece. Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly. Insert the new replacement starter clutch, making sure it is fully seated into the housing.
How do you replace a starter on a Harley Davidson?
Harley Starter Clutch Replacement. Once the starter is on the bench, it is a quick, easy process to separate the gear housing section of the starter from the motor and solenoid sections. The clutch assembly is held in with only a light, press fit. An internal o- ring assists in keeping it aligned, properly orientated, and sealed within the housing.
Why is my starter clutch leaking on my Harley?
The clutch assembly is held in with only a light, press fit. An internal o- ring assists in keeping it aligned, properly orientated, and sealed within the housing. We have had customers tell us “my starter is leaking”.
Why does the starter disengage on a Harley Davidson?
When the engine is running, the clutch disengages to avoid the engine back-driving the starter, protecting it from damage. It’s likely this one-way clutch is the culprit if your starter is noisy or spins without turning the motor. In this article we’ll show you how to replace the starter clutch.