Replacing clutch plates? You too can do it yourself !!

                                              It looks complex but it’s not too bad!

The engine of your moped runs excellently but after all the kilometers you have driven you notice that pulling away is no longer so smooth then it may be that the Clutch plates are at its end. The clutch, also called friction, ensures the connection between the engine and the gearbox. In order to be able to shift, drive away and stop, that connection must be able to be temporarily disconnected. The clutch plate is fixed on the incoming shaft of the gearbox. The so-called pressure group clamps the clutch plate against the flywheel of the engine, so that the clutch plate and the incoming shaft of the gearbox start to rotate. By squeezing the clutch handle, the pressure pressesBearing against the pressure group. This depresses the springs that clamp the clutch plate and allows the flywheel to rotate separately from the clutch plate and gearbox. Usually, a worn clutch announces itself by starting to slip. You let the clutch pedal come up but the moped only moves slowly. You can also notice it when driving. With sudden throttle you can hear the rpm increase, but the moped does not accelerate or only slowly. You can also hear squeaks, roars or crackles when you squeeze the clutch trade and you put the moped in its gear. It may be that your clutch plates are worn out but also that the springs are not good.  If you have a heavily boosted block, it is often smart to also use extra heavy clutch springs. The free downloadable workshop manual helps you to get this job done neatly.  Pay attention to the parts that are often damaged and it may make sense to replace them immediately