Do you own a Ducati? Is it one of the many models with a dry clutch? If you do and it is, you will be interested to know that you do have a choice when it comes time to replace the clutch. If not, the technology here is also of great interest to any motorcyclist and may soon be available for your bike as well.
The Ducati dry clutch is synonymous with the racing motorcycles which Ducati produces; you can easily hear the clutch when one is approaching a stop or rides close to you when you are on the road. There are some benefits to this type of clutch – for instance, in the racing world clutches must be changed regularly as they endure extraordinary stresses when being used in closed-course competition. For this reason, the Ducati clutch is very easy to change in the paddock as there is no oil to drain; simply pull out the used one and replace it. The problem comes when you ride one of their lovely machines on the street. Over time, constant hard use of the clutch will cause it to degrade and then the noise emanating from your Ducati is closer to a death rattle – it is time to replace it.
Normally, this would mean switching out the damaged unit with a Ducati OEM part. But, if you were to do that, you would again have to replace it once that one wears out in a few thousand more miles. Instead, think about finding a lifetime replacement – the Wagner Lewis Lightweight Pro Clutch for Ducati. It is built to a very high standard in California by Ducati aficionados who wanted to have a slipper clutch which would last the life of the motorcycle.
The WL clutch features CNC machined from 7075 billet aluminum parts, type 3 anodizing in black, gray or gold color, Teflon coated clutch basket and hub, and CNC machined alloy clutch plates with Kevlar friction material. It is this mode of construction which gives the Lightweight Pro Clutch its very long life and incredible performance. It works better than most slipper clutches, and engages and feels better than the stock unit.
If you are looking to replace the dry clutch on your Ducati, look no further!
