On Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:11:14 -0000 "oldrider25"
writes:
> Jeff,
>
> What are the advantages of the Rekluse? I hear it's great at slow
> speeds when you need to slip the clutch. Beyond that, what
> justifies
> the price?
>
> Just wondering if there's another farkle I should be looking at.
>
>
> John
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John,
For me nothing justifies the price. : )
I had a very good talk with the Rekluse factory guys today when I told
them thanks for the opportunity to purchase a kit for the KLR but that I
was going to pass on it. That's when we talked some technical and
sales/promotion type talk for about 30 minutes. They said the Rekluse
isn't for everyone but so far they don't have anyone saying it's got
negatives other than price. They feel their competition is the stock
clutch on bikes, not other aftermarket systems that do something kind of
similar. I was told they really appreciated talking with me and getting
feedback as to why I wasn't gonna spring for the Rekluse and also that
they appreciated that I did a bunch of research on it to make my
decision.
Take a look at this thread to see some of the crazy places one KLR owner
with a Rekluse is willing to now take his bike.
http://www.klr650.net/forums/showthread.php?t=41708
I think if I was a harder rider and didn't take my bike on extended trips
sometimes the Rekluse would be good. But I don't want any doubt in my
mind about my clutch and how it's holding up.
One thing that many folks get mistaken about the Rekluse is it is not an
automatic clutch. Once you get engine rpm above a certain rpm (depends
on springs and bike) the clutch is just like a factory set up. You still
use the clutch to shift and stop etc. But if it's properly set up your
engine will never again stall due to lugging. The clutch will disengage
first. As soon as you approach the set rpm the clutch will begin to
engage or disengage again depending on whether you are increasing or
decreasing engine speed. So you can use the clutch mostly as normal.
The reps did tell me there are certain events that might require you to
alter your riding style or engine management a bit but for most riders
it's an easy and minor transition.
They did also mention that this will help most riders ride better.
Feathering the clutch is a tough skill to gain for many riders and this
will make it easier.
Hope this helps a bit. I do think it's a good product but at this time
and price it's not for me.
Best,
Jeff Saline
ABC # 4412 South Dakota Airmarshal
Airheads Beemer Club
www.airheads.org
The Beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota
75 R90/6, 03 KLR650, 79 R100RT
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