Surflex are one of the foremost experts
on motorcycle clutches in the world today. Their production
goes back more than sixty years and their clutches cover every
aspect of motorcycling, from the earliest Classic Bikes, to the
Slipper Clutches of modern race bikes - their experience is second
to none. Their Original Equipment clutches are fitted by many
of the European motorcycle producers as standard, for their
exceptional quality and strength.
Since the whole range of components, including all CNC machining
and even the friction materials, are produced in-house, Surflex
have complete control over quality.
High Torque Clutches
Their High Torque Performance Clutches are bonded with high
performance friction materials, which are chosen according to
the motorcycle requirements and use. These are asbestos free
and contain Kevlar or Carbon Fibre.
The plate sets are often modified from standard to improve
clutch performance. This may mean a different plate profile,
to improve the effective radius of the clutch; thinner plates,
to allow additional plates to be included; thicker plates, to
allow better heat dissipation; or improved materials and finishing
processes. The result is top quality and high performance, often
without the need for heavy-duty springs.
They are used and recommended by many of the World's top race teams,
including Fast by Ferracci.
Slipper Clutches
Slipper Clutches, or more specifically Anti-Hop Clutches, are a
relatively new solution to the age-old problem of severe engine braking
locking the rear wheel when entering a corner. In the last few years, the
quality of many of the products available have suffered dramatically in an
effort to be the cheapest rather than the best.
Once again, Surflex concentrate on quality first and foremost - the
benefits include:
- Easy fitting
- No maintenance required, even when working dry, as all components are made with hardened alloy steel
- No need for particular care, other than a periodic check of total disc pack thickness
- Suits most riders requirements as set by the factory, but adjustment is quick and easy if required
- Comes complete with a clutch plate kit designed for the job, rather than relying on Original Equipment parts which were not designed for Slipper Clutch use
- No special tools required for adjustment
Overall, this adds up to terrific quality and value for money and results in Surflex's market leading reputation.