Clutch problems

Tibor81 · Mar 25, 2015

I have recently purchased a tmx pro 49cc quad for my son, it need new clutch so I replaced it but now it doesn't really want to go, I noticed the springs were slot stronger on the new clutch, also I noticed one pad on the clutch has already come off. Are all the clutches universal for these bikes or should I have bought a certain one? Any suggestions? My son is 6 and about 20kg

Thanks

my67xr · Mar 25, 2015

Can you contact the seller and ask for a replacement ?
He/she is obliged to give you a replacement or a refund
http://www.consumerlaw.gov.au/content/fact_sheets/_downloads/consumer_shopping_20120111.PDF
They usually wear out before they fall apart, the springs can sometimes take a bit to wear in, they lose some tension as the get heat cycled.
Does your set up use a 2 pad or 3 pad clutch?
I've found the 2 pad clutch last's longer

Tibor81 · Mar 25, 2015

It is a three pad clutch, is it worth while just bulk vying clutches ? Also any tips for quieting the exhaust?
Thanks

Cordogs · Mar 25, 2015

Tibor81 said:
Also any tips for quieting the exhaust?
Thanks

A new baffle maybe, and or some muffler wool. Both on eBay and fairly cheap.
You may need to drill out your muffler rivets to expose the baffle if they don't have screws.

velociraptor · Mar 28, 2015

Is this a plate type clutch or go cart style? If you purchased on eBay they have to allow refunds if noted on the ad

my67xr · Mar 28, 2015

They use a centrifugal clutch,
a new one cost about $8 ono including delivery off ebay
2 Stroke Clutch Assembly FR Mini ATV Quad Dirt 43cc 47cc 49cc Pocket Rocket Bike | eBay

These clutch's are the better one's, they grab harder.
The only thing is they have heavier spring's again, (designed for adult use ?)

The mufflers on some pocket bike can be pulled apart, you can stuff them with muffler packing, ($13 for a pack at motorcycle shop)
But they don't usually come with any packing
Motorcycle Motorbike Exhaust Muffler Wool Fiberglass Packing Dirtbike Bike Motor | eBay
Bunning's sell fibreglass matting too, might be cheaper to buy a small pack from there and shred it then pack it with that.
Don't pack it in too solidly though.