Slp pipe clutching recomendations

[tinkerjohnson]

Putting Slp pipes on two 17 axys, Looking for input on clutching. Is Slp clutching working or should I just put Polaris weights in it, 8-11,000 elevation thanks for the input.

 

[dude]

I have two 16 Axys's with SLP / can and ride in Utah 9,000 to 10,500'. Went with SLP's weights and spring in one, and left the other bone stock. I really couldn't tell any significant difference, in fact I think I liked the stock set up better. So I decided to go with the Carl's clutch set up (primary and secondary) this year on one of my Axys's. We'll see if it stands out compared to the stock set up. Bottom line I wouldn't spend the money on the SLP clutch weights and spring IMHO. Just my 2 cents.

 

[Reddragon800]

Dont use SLP's clutching. its horrible. just add 2 grams more than you would with out the pipe and add a slightly stiffer secondary. i would run the black/ purple spring. 160/240 is the rate. or something that is equivalent. The reason SLP clutching doesnt work is that most of its weight is in the heel, so it feels good initially, but then lacks the top end pull. the weights are also skinny compared to the stock weights and wear out the rollers fast.

 

[damx]

Yes slp weights are hard on rollers.. like 200 miles and they need replacing. Also I don't like how slp needs to add 4g to equal same rpm as 10 series. ( 68g stock = 71g slp) makes for a sluggish feel. Imo.

 

[SRXSRULE]

Agree with all the above comments. Stick with OEM weight, 2 grams heavier right away, then likely will need to add 2 more once its broke in.

I tried several set-ups last year and like the stock weights and springs the best.

Eric

 

[tinkerjohnson]

Slp

Thanks guys that's what I figured, i never liked the mtx weights myself. Stock comes with 64 gram weighs and Polaris wants 62 for high elevation so maybe the 64 weights will work just fine. I am setting them up for a buddy and he just rides and don't tinker, so I figured I would just set them up so he don't have to mess with them. Just curious if the Slp clutching was worth it or not

 

[Timbre]

you might check with Carls Cycles in Boise Idaho (208.853.5550). They have a clutch kit that goes with the SLP pipe set, and it works VERY well.

 

[tinkerjohnson]

Sounds good

 

[RMK935VA]

66 gram EPISODE Belly Busters with Carl's helix. Stock springs. Works like a charm. Make sure your weights are weighed and balanced out if necessary. Mine did not need to be balanced. It is easy to check before installation.

 

[tinkerjohnson]

66 gram EPISODE Belly Busters with Carl's helix. Stock springs. Works like a charm. Make sure your weights are weighed and balanced out if necessary. Mine did not need to be balanced. It is easy to check before installation.

60/40 62/42 helix? 10,000 ft elevation?

 

[RMK935VA]

I ran mine in the 42 last year. it worked pretty good but I switched to the 40 for this season. Several of my friends ran theirs in the 40. The sled seemed happier and snappier in that ramp. !0,000' is pushing it for 66 gram weights although I did have mine at or near that altitude once last year. It worked OK but I would definitely go with more shallow ramp (40) with the Carl's helix.

 

[tinkerjohnson]

I ran mine in the 42 last year. it worked pretty good but I switched to the 40 for this season. Several of my friends ran theirs in the 40. The sled seemed happier and snappier in that ramp. !0,000' is pushing it for 66 gram weights although I did have mine at or near that altitude once last year. It worked OK but I would definitely go with more shallow ramp (40) with the Carl's helix.

Thanks for the info will try it out

 

[SLP]

The SLP clutch kit for your elevation uses a 140/340 blue/pink drive clutch spring and 68gm MTX weights with a Black/Purple spring (this is assuming you are spending the majority of your time around 10,000'. It also assumes this is a belt drive model with 2.6" track and rider weight of 180 to 220 pounds. If it is a 3" track model, you will need to be one gram lighter to pull 83-8400 rpm.


Now, why we use the MTX weight is to provide more load in the low to mid speed ranges. Its heavy heel design clamps onto the belt at these speed ranges rather than allowing the belt to slip. This loads the engine more, creating more pipe heat which results in better performance and consistency. It also allows us to use the stock 40 degree helix which gives great backshift. Engagement is kept low to allow the sled to negotiate through tight, technical terrain at low ground speed without tending to blow the track out and trench.

Putting Slp pipes on two 17 axys, Looking for input on clutching. Is Slp clutching working or should I just put Polaris weights in it, 8-11,000 elevation thanks for the input.