[peewee1703]

OK. I've had what I describe as a SQUEAL in my clutch when I pull a hole shot or put a high rev start into it. The squeal causes the clutch to slip and not respond as it should when you most need ot to.

I've posted this problem and a few other guys have said they had the same problem and after many trips to the dealer it was fixed by simply cleaning the clutch. I have a manual and have worked on WET clutches many times. I will do this myself but I have a querstion. If the clutch is to remain dry, what do you clean it with? Brake cleaner? Do the rings go back in 100% dry? No lube at all and no residue from cleaners??

Help me out here.

 

[raptuous]

I asked the same thing a week ago,

http://www.ducatispot.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4209&highlight=clutch+dust

I think I'll try brake cleaner myself, as it's supposed to not leave any residue and dries almost immediately, or a garden hose if I'll ride again right away.

 

[Ten-6]

It's just like brake squeal from dust build up(like on drum brakes). Blow it out with an air hose(wear a mask). I wouldn't get to crazy with the break cleaner, you can wash grease away from bearings. If it's that bad pull the plates off and wash them.

 

[peewee1703]

Going to tear it apart

I have had the SQUEAL since the day I picked up the bike. It happened when I pulled out of the dealer. It only happens once in a great while but I can feel it in my hands as well when it happens. I'm pretty convinced from a long ago thread that there is and was something (grease, oil???) on one or more of the clutch plates from assembly and it caused a hot spot that cause a slip between plates.

I'm going to take it appart and inspect it. If there is a stain or abnormality on any of the plates I'll try to clean it with brake cleaner....if unsuccessful, I'll replace them.:idea: YA THINK????????????????