This was a definite upgrade from the Yamaha factory clutch spring. Was told after a tune up that the clutch was starting to slip in 3'rd and 4'th gears and the shop wanted $1200.00 to replace the clutch. After a little review of the symptoms I found that the clutch spring was the usual culprit, and that this was a major improvement over OEM. The price was right so I opted to start with this. That was 3 years ago and haven't had any clutch issues since. Mind you, this is a heavy duty spring, so the clutch pull is going to be heavier than normal, but after a few trips you get used to it. I suggest using neutral at stop lights though just to prevent some hand fatigue.

Used in a 2000 Royal Star Venture and vastly improves the clutch feel. I received the purple one even though the picture shows blue, in case anyone is concerned with the color. Just make sure your model number is correct. Install is pretty easy, just make sure it is aligned properly. There are six positions it can be installed in, so rotate it until you find the one position that allows it to seat better against the clutch basket. It's only a couple mm difference, but if it's not seated correctly you will have no clutch!

What they say is true. This is a must upgrade. My 1996 royal star Without changing the clutch plates, 25,000 miles on them. Feels like I did change them after this upgrade. The bike pulls like new. A must upgrade. ( I did not remove the oil and had no problem. On the side stand. Maybe a couple of drops. When you're doing the job make sure you have a few extra safety razor blades the gasket is the hardest part of the job. Cover the clutch basket so the old gasket doesn't fall into it. 1.5 hours including going to the hardware store to get more razor blades.

Put this in my 1999 Yamaha Venture works like a charm , easy install, I have a wet clutch, just tilted bike to side removed cover and replaced never lost any fluid or had to drain.

Absolute game changer on my 2003 Road Star. The road star and v star bikes have a habit of clutch slip under heavy acceleration. That is due to the diaphragm spring design they use. I paired the Barnett clutch plate with new OEM Yamaha friction and steel plates. Mine had 53k on them and were still in good shape but I figured I'd change them while I had the primary open anyways. Most people find that the plates are actually fine and the Barnett is all that's needed. The Barnett changes the diaphragm spring out for a 6 spring plate which gives more consistent pressure.

You will need to buy a new gasket for your primary cover for this install. I purchased a kit from another distributor with OEM frictions, steels, and gasket for less than $120.

Barnett upgraded the bearing inside this clutch plate and the plate I received did in fact have the new bearing design.

Installation was very easy. Follow your bikes directions for torquing the 6 bolts or you risk cracking the clutch hub. The responsiveness is much better with the Barnett but keep in mind it completely changes the feel of the clutch. This plate engages the clutch much quicker and firmer, which makes the clutch travel feel short.

Overall I think this is a must have for any serious rider. Bike feels like it has so much more torque now that it's actually being transferred to the rear wheel!