Engine Clutch Cover Removal & Replacement
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That is not an easy job on the SF as the cover is the whole side of the motor. You might want to replace it with the Panigale side with an independent clutch cover.
I was thinking about that, but first wanted to know if there's any surprises behind the cover that I need to be made aware off. I've looked at the parts diagram and it's hard to tell.
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There's a video on Jaret Campisi's (I know, I know...) YouTube channel where a Ducati mechanic changes the stock clutch cover for a clear one. Its worth the watch just to see a trained mechanic do the job.
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I just replaced the clutch cover on my 2021 Streetfighter. It takes a little time. About 3 hours. I say its pretty easy, but Im also a mechanic. Spent the most time carefully removing all the old sealer.
Also listed my old cover off my 2021 on ebay. Feel free to make an offer for it. Its flawless perfect condition. ( ka-motorsports on ebay )
I replaced mine so that I could use the clear clutch cover.
Also listed my old cover off my 2021 on ebay. Feel free to make an offer for it. Its flawless perfect condition. ( ka-motorsports on ebay )
I replaced mine so that I could use the clear clutch cover.
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No surprises under the cover. Just a wow factor by seeing all the gears. Looks pretty cool. You will need to pry the old one off. There are a few locations with tabs to assist. Wrap/tape the area where using a bit of force to keep from scuffing the case. Go light on the new sealer. You won’t loose any oil if the bike is on the kick stand…. Can’t think of anything else at the moment!
The clear clutch looks amazing on the SF!
The clear clutch looks amazing on the SF!
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Just ignore the part where Jaret's gf gets her tits stuck between the clutch plates.
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I have a couple of questions…
1. How do you remove and refit the crimped hose that connects above the water pump? Any special tools required? Does the crimp have to be replaced with a new one?
2. Can the cover be replaced without disconnecting the rear brake lines?
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1. How do you remove and refit the crimped hose that connects above the water pump? Any special tools required? Does the crimp have to be replaced with a new one?
2. Can the cover be replaced without disconnecting the rear brake lines?
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This is what the clamp looks like when open. I'm sure someone makes a special tool for them, but I've always just used a small screwdriver. If you gently pry the overlapping section up the clamp will spring open. This is pretty easily done by getting the edge of a screwdriver under the overlapping section and giving it a slight twist.
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Great! Thanks for the tip.
Is the clip reusable? Is the install just the reverse using pliers?
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I've always reused them without issue, give it a squeeze with pliers to latch it again.
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I’ll give it a go.
Oil has been drained. How messy is the cover removal?
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Oil has been drained. How messy is the cover removal?
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Never took the cover off, I've just taken those types of hose clamps off. They appear in a few different places on the bike in different sizes.
A place to be cautions is when sealing it with RTV. I've watched more than one video of Ducati techs really ....... it up. The goop the RTV on and smear it with their finger. The proper way is to run a thin bead on the mating surface.
@ 5:25 here. Good video overall.
A place to be cautions is when sealing it with RTV. I've watched more than one video of Ducati techs really ....... it up. The goop the RTV on and smear it with their finger. The proper way is to run a thin bead on the mating surface.
@ 5:25 here. Good video overall.
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Ok appreciated.
Shop manual specifies a 1.5mm bead, no smearing.
A heads up for anyone doing this, the factory screws holding the clutch cover are made of cheese. Ask me how I know lol.
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It specifies to torque to 3-3.5 + 90 degrees.
My wrench goes down to 4.5 minimum and one of the screws snapped before my wrench clicked.
If I’m reading the manual correctly, it says torque max is 5.5-10?
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My wrench goes down to 4.5 minimum and one of the screws snapped before my wrench clicked.
If I’m reading the manual correctly, it says torque max is 5.5-10?
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I thought they were all single use and suppose to be replaced.
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