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Old 10-29-2010, 12:26 AM
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Whats the average life of a clutch? How many miles did you have on your softail when you replaced yours? Did you replace just the plates or the whole clutch assembly?
 
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Old 10-29-2010, 12:44 AM
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I am at 55000 and no sign of needing a new clutch yet...
 
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Old 10-29-2010, 04:37 AM
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I've got a friend with a Heritage who has over 80K. Engine was rebuilt last year, clutch is the original and still works perfectly fine.
 
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Old 10-29-2010, 06:11 AM
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I guess it really depends ....service, fluids, do you ride the clutch...Adjutments...solo, 2 up???All factors to consider...if it's taken care of like it should i don't see why a clutch wouldn't last 200k or more ???
 
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114,000 miles.Original clutch.
 
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76,000 miles original clutch... "03 Fatboy
 
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I cant remember where I read this but apparently a stock HD clutch is supposed to last the lifetime of a bike as long as you dont have a huge power adder on. Pipes, intake ect is alright... and as long as you dont abuse it and slip it too much.
 
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