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**Herb** · 21 May 08, 01:53 PM

I notice this thread is quite old, so not sure how far through you are with this job but a comment on the clutch slip.

This is a common problem with the wet clutch SS'. As stated some people have found things to be better running semi synthetic, but a full synth motorcycle oil should still be ok for use with a wet clutch.

I picked up a tip from some of the DDers and endorsed by Neil at Cornerspeed. An extra drive plate at the base of the pack increases the spring preload. I did this on my wet clutch 750ss when I replaced my friction plates, no more slip issues. It seems that the standard clutch is pretty marginal, even with new plates and springs.

21 May 08, 01:53 PM	#23 (permalink)
Herb Track Day Demon Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Swinford nr Lutterworth Posts: 265 Bike: 1995 750ss	I notice this thread is quite old, so not sure how far through you are with this job but a comment on the clutch slip. This is a common problem with the wet clutch SS'. As stated some people have found things to be better running semi synthetic, but a full synth motorcycle oil should still be ok for use with a wet clutch. I picked up a tip from some of the DDers and endorsed by Neil at Cornerspeed. An extra drive plate at the base of the pack increases the spring preload. I did this on my wet clutch 750ss when I replaced my friction plates, no more slip issues. It seems that the standard clutch is pretty marginal, even with new plates and springs.