Can confirm that clutch engagement with the spring from Spears racing is much improved. Haven't had any clutch issues since I installed it. The initial clutch grab is stronger and more consistent.

 

That is good to hear. I was slightly iffy on buying it due to the shipping costing twice as much as the spring but if it works I'm game.

 

I thought the same thing when I ordered mine. But with all the clutch issues I’ve read about I went for it.
I noticed on mine before I put the spring in place, the clutch arm on the trans wouldn’t go all the way back.. Didn’t matter how sloppy I adjusted the clutch lever. The spring pretty much took care of the problem.
I am thinking about tightening it up a little more by doing something like Kiwi did..
over all though, you will notice when you shift and let the lever back out, the clutch grabs better..
How it came from the factory wasn’t fully engaging.. Kinda scary :surprise::surprise:

 

Ok mines ordered for the simple fact of the added benefit of safety. Everything else I love on this bike. Just not a fan of this weak clutch.

 

Ok mines ordered for the simple fact of the added benefit of safety. Everything else I love on this bike. Just not a fan of this week clutch.

I’m with you on that! The bike is great, and once the clutch issues get sorted out it should be even better!
:smile:

 

Just bought the spring from Spears as well. Shipping costs more than the part, and its an ounce, and shipped in the same state. Pfft.

 

Yea it makes sense now why their parts are such good prices.

 

Are they shipped Priority mail..?

 

Any decent car parts shop has a variety of springs and it seems a proper one should be available at far less cost.

 

Can one of you guys give an exact measurement on spring so I can try and get one cheaper maybe? I.D. Of spring , length, and tension ?

 

For the sake of $8 postage I would just get the Spears one.
But otherwise you want a spring that has an ID of at least 8mm to slip over the adjusting thread and around 50mm in length. Remember a spring too long can be cut down and slightly short you just add another adjusting nut as I did.

 

Spears shipping is Fedex Express. Fast but not cheap.

Ninja 400r sells a clutch lever spring also, but has a longer pitch. May or may not have a firmer pull compared to the Spears.

 

Did you end up getting the clutch arm spring from ninja400r? I liked that one better because it lets you keep the boot on

 

Wait until ya order something else and then add the spring....I'm
looking at there exhaust hanger so I can get rid of passenger pegs.

 

I just ordered the spring. I am NOT having any clutch issues but for less than 15 bucks it won’t break the bank.

 

Lucky me, I just found out Spears is 15 miles from me....Might drop over tomorrow for a visit..

 

Kid in a candy shop!:yahoo:

 

Right, Leave CC Cards at home..

 

Don't think I've noticed any issues with mine but like other's I might as well order one now it won't hurt to add it and could help if future issues arise I guess?


Edit: If anyone else that gets one wants to take more pics of them going through installing it on there bike that would be awesome. I'm gonna end up having a stack of stuff to put on my bike once riding season comes around in about 2.5 months...

 

Interesting to read the feed back on the Spring....after 40 years in business , we truly understand the cost of goods, went to Home depot and tried several springs, we have a Spring MFG that has been doing our units for decades, so with that we went to them and had them draw us up something that first was made of stainless steel (not a coated zinc spring) next was the purpose and the diameter once this was done we had poundage or pull in the direction of travel and release. Once we were happy with the spring we had to do a few hundred to keep the cost to the point were we could make it right for the end user.

I see a lot of you are so quick to want to run out and to purchase a different spring for less $$$ I get it and welcome it.....our unit is purpose designed and built by engineers...

we are going to lesson the cost of shipping, this is sold in a "per item" one off will now ship for $5.00, this will cover the cost of the envelope, and will not be sent via priority mail, it will be sent first class, and that from the postal it will be between $2.75/$3.50 plus the cost of the envelope.

we are just trying to make items that will make you experience better and not allow you to have any issues with your Kawasaki Ninja 400 (Commuter motorcycle)

again Thank you for the Feed back........Gregg Spears

 

Having spoken to you on the phone, I can tell you're a great guy - spending more time than needed answering my simple questions when others companies would have just answer and hung up. You're a great asset to the industry and to this forum.

Thanks Gregg! Ordering the spring now to support you.

 

Aww I literally ordered this morning before the shipping change I guess. I don't mind really though $3 difference. Maybe post a short/basic install video or pics though. ?

 

I will do a install video, soon, we are very busy with a lot of Race Prep for the 2019 season...

 

Gregg....
I'll just drop buy and buy one, I have a question about the Intiminators for the forks....

 

Video

A video of the install would be nice, I am sure I can figure it out.

 

For install, does it make it easier to remove the cable from the clutch arm? Will the rubber boot fit over the new spring? Haven't played with it yet, but might try tonight, I've received my spring. . . .

 

No, I tried to do it that way for a start and just made it hard for myself. And no the boot does not fit over the spring.
So my suggestion is to cut the boot off and thread the spring on over the cable with it in place. 5min job.

 

Just noticed Jeremey @ Ninja400r just added a spring to their catalogue, $19.95, so Spears almost $10 cheaper, not sure if there is a difference in quality/performance.

 

Hey just wondering if you ended up getting the Ninja400r clutch arm spring, I’m more interested in this one as it goes over the boot

 

Cool, does the spring just "sit" between the clutch arm and the adjustment nuts? Still haven't had a "go" at it yet, but glad I won't be wasting time trying to salvage the rubber sleeve, the Ninja400r version looks to fit over the entire rubber sleeve.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&sou...tch-spring-kit-set-of-3/&psig=AOvVaw3nBdmyM4hqgtNvMMV2-UyH&ust=1550083732864782

 

Cool, does the spring just "sit" between the clutch arm and the adjustment nuts? Still haven't had a "go" at it yet, but glad I won't be wasting time trying to salvage the rubber sleeve, the Ninja400r version looks to fit over the entire rubber sleeve.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&sou...tch-spring-kit-set-of-3/&psig=AOvVaw3nBdmyM4hqgtNvMMV2-UyH&ust=1550083732864782

yes.

 

So I got mine in the mail today (Thanks again Spears Racing! Also thanks for the mint, and stickers.) dropped the girls off at girl scouts came up and pulled the bike out from it's storage spot in the garage for winter. Snapped a few pics of the process I was solo and my garage isn't the brightest and it's in the middle of a winter rain downpour.... But i thought I would share the pics since I was asking for some and other's are also.

On the right side of the bike, there's the rubber boot cut it off. ( I used my carry knife but you can use a razor etc)
Slide one end of the spring on to the cable.
I found it easiest to put my left hand/fingers just on the back side of the cable on the end near the rear of the bike.
Then thread the spring on.
Don't let the spring just flip over the back side which is why I use my left hand to prevent that.
You want it to actually twist and thread on.
And your done new spring mod installed.


Edit: Spears or anyone else want to use these pictures elsewhere feel free too.

 

Excellent



Excellent pics with the step to step process. I will definitely follow this method when mines arrives.:clap:

 

Installed mine as well today and went to a bike meet to try it out. Probably a 3 minute install and that's it. The clutch definately seems a bit better.

 

Done

I installed the spring I got from Spears Racing, nice touch with the candy and stickers, Mr. Spears! I have a 6x12 trailer I need to fill with stickers! I will be honest, it took me longer than 5 minutes to install. I followed the instructions from Kiwi and the awesome pics from TiggLe and I got the job done. That rubber boot was pretty much just covering the cable not doing anything else. The spring will do a much better job no doubt. Ok guys what’s next, what else needs to be done on these aweomse 400s!!!

 

How much harder is the clutch pull with that spring on? And does the lever return to it place completley unlike stock which is always 1-2mm back?

 

I could feel the pull being tighter. But it's not a huge change in the actual pull. Return felt snappy and re-assured me that it will fully release. I never had any of the issues that some have had with there clutch I did this mod just as a pre-caution. I also haven't gotten to take my bike out and ride since adding the spring as I'm in NE Ohio and well it's winter.

 

HotBodies

Must be referring to the spring from HotBodies, which does fit over the rubber boot. Its 19.95 and probably has to be installed the hard way. I prefer cheaper and easier. Even if I didn’t have the Spears one, that’s still the one I would get.:wink:

 

Must be referring to the spring from HotBodies, which does fit over the rubber boot. Its 19.95 and probably has to be installed the hard way. I prefer cheaper and easier. Even if I didn’t have the Spears one, that’s still the one I would get.

But couldn’t this make the clutch cable wear down faster without the boot protecting it from elements?