Replacing clutch, do I need to replace this...

[aero540t]

First timer clutch replacement. Pretty simple. Clutch basket looks worn from discs. Do I have to replace? Really trying to save some money(getting married in a week). If I do have to replace, suggestions on where?

And yes they all are like that. I got the EBC SRK kit to put in

[DonTZ125]

Yeah, that thing's done. Those divots will catch on the plates, preventing a smooth release. That inner part is the hub or boss; the basket is the outer part with the fingers. The basket is usually the one with the bad wear; I don't think i've seen a hub quite that bad!

There are a few items on eBay in much better condition for reasonable prices. Spend a few minutes rummaging, see what works for you.

And congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

[aero540t]

Yeah, that thing's done. Those divots will catch on the plates, preventing a smooth release. That inner part is the hub or boss; the basket is the outer part with the fingers. The basket is usually the one with the bad wear; I don't think i've seen a hub quite that bad!

There are a few items on eBay in much better condition for reasonable prices. Spend a few minutes rummaging, see what works for you.

And congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

Thanks Don I was hoping you would reply. You helped me with my stator issue which I fixed. I was hoping I didn't have to replace that but it didn't look good. Looks like I'll be on eBay for a bit. Might be after the wedding now. The bike has about 30k on it but I've been pretty good so it must be whoever had it before me hopefully. Looks like this quick fix isn't so quick.

But thanks! I'm excited for the wedding!

[aero540t]

Well I decided not to wait for the special tool to get the boss nut off and pulled out my M18 Fuel impact wrench. I happened to have a 27mm socket already. I took off the lock nut first obviously. The damn thing spun right off without the hammer hitting once. If it was torqued to 70ft/lbs AND I didn't have anything holding the boss still it shouldn't have come off that easily. So that's a little scary.
I have a line on a used boss on eBay I'm just waiting for some better pics of the grooves. Hope that one is good because there wasn't much else on there

[aero540t]

Well I just got back from the amazing wedding and honeymoon and got to putting the bike back together. I was able to get a used boss in excellent shape from a local guy off eBay actually. Just got it all wrapped up and took it for a ride around for about 15 minutes. The bike feels so much smoother now. Clutch lever is definitely heavier so my wrist will need to get used to that. Main thing I noticed...no more lugging in first gear while taking off!! I have a feeling it was the worn boss but it feels so much better now. Hopefully it's not a fluke. So for anyone getting the lugging in first gear if you have the chance to checkout your clutch and clutch boss that may be the culprit!