EFM auto clutch

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Just sent my clutch out to be modified.
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Cool. Let us know how it works out. Thanks! :bravo:
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Very cool, looking forward to seeing the results. I just checked out their webpage and holy shite $695!!!!
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I know its an expensive mod. As long as my wife doesn't find out its all good. I live about an hour away from EFM. I plan on driving out there to pick it up when completed. That is going to save me a little money. He said about a week.
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I just rode my first enduro with the EFM autoclutch. I love it! It’s like cheating. Just don’t forget if you get stopped on a hill get on the brakes quick! No fun rolling down backwards!
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After some trial and error, I finally got the auto clutch working today on my 1986 KDX 200. The main challenge was the fact that the '86 has a one piece clutch cover that also covers the kick starter and power valve actuator. A spacer could not be used to accommodate the wider clutch. I had to do some grinding of the inside of the clutch cover. Gary at EFM had to make a few changes to the first clutch as well. Gary also had Cometic Gaskets make me several thick gaskets for the clutch cover. I can't wait to try it in the Hare Scrambles.

I want to the Gary at EFM for all his help and patience. Cometic Gasket Company also did I nice good.
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Wow. Look at that. :partyman: :bravo: :supz:

Does it affect the KIPS gear shaft going in the bearing hole or the shifter shaft end against the plus sign on the cover?
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No effect on anything.
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Is the carb to engine boot a reproduction piece? If so, how do you like it?
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Yes it is a reproduction. Hotfootmoto on Ebay. I'm very happy with it.
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OK. I saw them on there for years. I always wondered about them. I am glad he / they make them. I have seen chain sliders on there, too, thankfully!
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My next mod on the bike will be a compression release.
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Thats awesome! If you're ever looking for someone to ride with, let me know. I'm in Washington, about 45 mins or so south of Slippery Rock.
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