Slipper clutch?

Jez900ie · 26-11-2018, 06:26 PM

I'm thinking over the upgrades I may make to my bike over the winter months.

I think the slipper clutch might be a good upgrade as the clutch is due for a refurb anyhow. (plus a bling cover!) There seems to be tw types with either four or six springs - is less more or better to have six? Anyone have any comments, wisdom to share?

These are on sale at a great price, anyone any experience of them or this company at all?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ducati-An...W/253940592160

Thanks!

Capo · 26-11-2018, 08:01 PM

The best mod I made

Luddite · 26-11-2018, 08:39 PM

I can recommend the Sigma 48-tooth version, which I fitted to my S2R. Beautifully machined, worked a treat and great technical support from Neil Spalding himself.

Being 48-tooth, it's also quieter than the standard clutch - whether that's a plus point depends on how you feel about the signature dry clutch rattle!

Jez900ie · 26-11-2018, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Luddite

I can recommend the Sigma 48-tooth version, which I fitted to my S2R. Beautifully machined, worked a treat and great technical support from Neil Spalding himself.

Being 48-tooth, it's also quieter than the standard clutch - whether that's a plus point depends on how you feel about the signature dry clutch rattle!

Well I'm encouraged by seing you two are both pro slipper cluches -best mod ever is quite some praise.

Luddite I am sure the Sigma 48 is a piece of art & engineering marvel but ebay prices are £950+ (some are over £1400!). The German jobby might not b e quite so wonderful, but at £290 its more likely to get a home on my bike...

No noise reduction allowed. A loud dry clutch for me!

Flip · 26-11-2018, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Jez900ie

Well I'm encouraged by seing you two are both pro slipper cluches -best mod ever is quite some praise.

Luddite I am sure the Sigma 48 is a piece of art & engineering marvel but ebay prices are £950+ (some are over £1400!). The German jobby might not b e quite so wonderful, but at £290 its more likely to get a home on my bike...

No noise reduction allowed. A loud dry clutch for me!

I didn't think Sigma clutches were that much- have a look on their website, you might find it a little more encouraging:

http://www.sigmaperformance.com/slipperclutchrange.html

It doesn't have such a great name as 'Antihopping Kupplung' though but as Luddite says, Neil has been the man in the past when it comes to Monsters so they know their stuff:

http://www.sigmaperformance.com/technical.htm

This in particular is a good read for those with an air cooled 2v:

http://www.sigmaperformance.com/torquemonster.html

Jez900ie · 27-11-2018, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Flip

I didn't think Sigma clutches were that much- have a look on their website, you might find it a little more encouraging:

http://www.sigmaperformance.com/slipperclutchrange.html

It doesn't have such a great name as 'Antihopping Kupplung' though but as Luddite says, Neil has been the man in the past when it comes to Monsters so they know their stuff:

http://www.sigmaperformance.com/technical.htm

This in particular is a good read for those with an air cooled 2v:

http://www.sigmaperformance.com/torquemonster.html

I'll call them today and see what they have.

The "48 teeth performance " versions reccomended by Luddite are way more expensive than the other Sigma slipper clutches offerred by suppliers on eBay.

Antihopping Kupplung" sounds like a breathing problem!

The article on the Sigma page was interesting too- thanks for the heads up Flip.

Darren69 · 27-11-2018, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Capo

The best mod I made

Yep, I agree even a basic Ducati Performance 12 tooth ramp type one is a vast improvement. I have a 48 tooth basket and plates which I'm hoping will fit and work ok with the standard DP slipper hub when the current basket wears out.

Jez900ie · 27-11-2018, 10:30 AM

Duh it was all on the tinterweb homepage. The Carlos Fandango with full bells and whistles:

Ducati 48T Kit. All bikes with air-cooled clutches since 1990 except 1098/1198.
Six ramp, dry type. Hard anodised in grey with a Red pressure plate using a ceramic friction surface. Uses 1098/1198 springs. Includes Clutch centre, 48T Alloy clutch basket and 48 tooth clutch pack

£799 plus VAT (Ref:003) which is £960 (ex shipping)

Sigma have others available that are cheaper.

350TSS · 27-11-2018, 09:21 PM

I somehow doubt that the original e bay "titanium" clutch assembly is in fact made of titanium, it is just a description of the colour.

26-11-2018, 06:26 PM	#1
Jez900ie Pleasantly surprised! Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Stoke on Trent Bike: M900ie Posts: 780	Slipper clutch? I'm thinking over the upgrades I may make to my bike over the winter months. I think the slipper clutch might be a good upgrade as the clutch is due for a refurb anyhow. (plus a bling cover!) There seems to be tw types with either four or six springs - is less more or better to have six? Anyone have any comments, wisdom to share? These are on sale at a great price, anyone any experience of them or this company at all? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ducati-An...W/253940592160 Thanks! __________________ Monsters don't hide under the bed, they sleep inside the shed

27-11-2018, 10:30 AM	#8
Jez900ie Pleasantly surprised! Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Stoke on Trent Bike: M900ie Posts: 780	Duh it was all on the tinterweb homepage. The Carlos Fandango with full bells and whistles: Ducati 48T Kit. All bikes with air-cooled clutches since 1990 except 1098/1198. Six ramp, dry type. Hard anodised in grey with a Red pressure plate using a ceramic friction surface. Uses 1098/1198 springs. Includes Clutch centre, 48T Alloy clutch basket and 48 tooth clutch pack £799 plus VAT (Ref:003) which is £960 (ex shipping) Sigma have others available that are cheaper. __________________ Monsters don't hide under the bed, they sleep inside the shed Last edited by Jez900ie; 27-11-2018 at 11:48 AM..

26-11-2018, 08:01 PM	#2
Capo You Are What You Is Join Date: May 2005 Location: A Foward Location Bike: S4r Posts: 1,948	The best mod I made

26-11-2018, 08:39 PM	#3
Luddite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southampton Bike: M1100evo Posts: 2,465	I can recommend the Sigma 48-tooth version, which I fitted to my S2R. Beautifully machined, worked a treat and great technical support from Neil Spalding himself. Being 48-tooth, it's also quieter than the standard clutch - whether that's a plus point depends on how you feel about the signature dry clutch rattle!

27-11-2018, 09:21 PM	#9
350TSS Too much time on my hands member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Shipbourne Bike: M900 Posts: 1,422	I somehow doubt that the original e bay "titanium" clutch assembly is in fact made of titanium, it is just a description of the colour.