HINSON vs REKLUSE - Which Clutch System is Better? 

I just learned more in 10 minutes than my whole freshman year of high school 👨🏻‍🎓

I have read and watched many reviews on the Rekluse and Hinson and not one of the magazines or other testing guys has ever shown the wear and tear with the rubber gromets or explained the slippage that way. Very cool good job Jeff.

Hey guys! I mis-spoke in this video when I said the Rekluse basket was one piece. The Rekluse basket is just like the Hinson and comes with the rubber dampeners which are replaceable, so that's a solid upgrade and I highly recommend it if you go that route! Also, I would like to point out that Rekluse offers 3 different clutch springs: silver (softest), gold (middle), and red (stiffest). I was using 3 red and 3 silver springs. Using 6 silver or a combination of silver and gold will result in a less aggressive clutch and can improve life-expectancy in the TorqDrive system. Thanks for reading!

I KNOW I’ve been riding longer then you’ve been alive and I’ve NEVER heard/seen a better explanation of how the clutch, as a system, works! After the tons of clutches that I’ve replaced, THANK GOD, I never had to explain “how all of it works”....until now! Next up...explain the damn intricacies of SUSPENSION!!! 👍 I even own the suspension Bible and still can’t explain it!

Nice breakdown in layman’s terms. Please keep them coming.

Great job explaining how a clutch works! I would love to see more of this kind of stuff on the channel.

This is currently the best example of how a motocross clutch works on the internet, I have never seen it explained to easily and well before, thanks Jeff

Great break down! But yes like somebody else said do a triple clamp vid and break down the difference in offsets. Keep up the good work man

JW explained in 10 minutes what I learned over 30 years...lol. EXCELLENT job. EXCELLENT, easy to follow video.

Yea, I hear yuh... I know a guy, first hand, that didn't check if his rubber was intact and did some serious damage.

Really good video, and definitely some good info. A couple things to note though for whatever it's worth: 1) The amount of pad area on each fiber doesn't directly affect the grip of that fiber. It merely changes the pad pressure, which can affect the life of the fiber material. In general, lower pad pressure = greater pad life. 2) The Rekluse has an option included in the TorqDrive kits to greatly reduce the clamping force, which would allow you to reduce the torque capacity down to the level of a Hinson or Stock if there is concerns about durability of the transmission, but with a much lighter lever pull than a stock clutch or Hinson. 3) The Rekluse basket is not a one piece gear on the back, it is similar to the Hinson in that it has dampers, and the basket is assembled with allen head bolts allowing the dampers to be serviceable. 4) There is some benefit to having the steel core thin fiber plates of the TorqDrive because they don't expand as much as the aluminum core fiber plates of the stock or Hinson. 5) Starts aren't typically what kills transmissions and basket dampers, whoops and landing hard on the gas is what does it. But it is true that a clutch with more torque capacity will be harder on the basket dampers and transmissions in those situations.

Easily one of the best videos you've done Jeff. Led me to comment which I dont typically do. I felt like a really well informed rider and this video was an eye opener and one I think every serious and/or passionate rider should watch. Really, really nice work.

Nice job on the explanation of the 3 clutch systems and comparing their functions vs. performance. I think many readers got a clearer understanding from this video.

I've been riding for 25 year and have never truly understood the inner working of a motorcycle clutch. I do now. Thanks for taking the time to brake each function down and explain it in plain English. Looking for to more components like suspension & transmissions.

OUTSTANDING Video, Jeff!!!!! I really appreciate the extra time you took to demonstrate the stock clutch system to the Hinson / Rekluse systems. It provided for a clear understanding, and helps with deciding which route to go with the style of riding that I do. Thank you!!

Great video, I'm a 50's vet rider, intermediate level, I have a 2013 CRF450R with the Rekluse 3.0 with over 70 hours and no issues, have a 2019 CRF450WE with the Rekluse Radius CX with 30 hours and no issues. These are both the "Auto" systems which I like. I would say I'm pretty easy on a clutch as I had over 50hrs on the stock 2013 clutch. Congratulations on the new team and best of luck this motocross season.

I just wanted to hop on here and say thanks for doing such an informative video and explaining these 2 systems in a clear and concise way anyone can understand. I've had several guys try to explain this but your video allowed me to understand them 100%. Wish there was other videos explaining installs and such as good as this. Thanks a ton.

super informative and original content, never heard this explained this way before! was trying to decide between these two right now! more vids like this please! and more technique ones too please! Thanks

One of the best RU-vid videos on dirt bikes I’ve ever seen! I have a masters degree in engineering and I learned more in a few minutes from your video than in weeks of most classes. Nice job!

That was super informational and a lot of stuff I didn't know or even think about. Great job!

What a great educational video! Thank you for taking the time to share this with us!

I understood how a clutch worked before the video, but was bouncing between these two clutch systems to buy for this season. This video was so helpful. THANKS JEFF!! keep up the great work.

Great job on explaining how a clutch works and the differences between stock, Hinson and Rekluse systems.

Woh, thanks for the heads up. God video. I just ordered my Rekluse Torque manual last week. I am no pro but, my bike is a 2010 Service Honda CR500af. So, I will be monitoring my Clutch more. Figures I see this video a week after I bought the Rekluse. Thanks Jeff Walker.

I have a rekluse i love it. I don’t beat on the clutch but i definitely slip it out of the hole a lot more. It’s got over 20 hours on it now and it still is good. I never even thought about the rubber parts but when i do my side cover I’ll replace it and see how they have held up. Definitely a light feeling unit for sure. Great video.

man you should totaly do more of these! for different parts and maybe other stuffs aswell?! rad video, wery well explained!

Barnett also makes very good clutch components, worth consideration, especially their clutch baskets and pressure plate with steel inserts in high wear areas.

This video wasn’t made to explain clutches yet you gave the best explanation I’ve seen of them👏🏻

I'm new to the motorcycle world at 50 (should've done it sooner!) and this is by far is the best video I have seen that explains clutch and the mechanics behind it. Kudos to you, young man and thanks for the information.

That was a really good explanation of how the clutch works. Good job mang.

Super informative and helpful in understanding how clutches work and how aftermarket clutch systems vary. Excellent job Jeff!!

Nice vid! Note: To those that might not know but different brand motorcycles have different rubber damping systems. Some motorcycle brands dampers are easer to maintain and replace than others.

Great video! Always wondered about the difference between the two and stock. How about doing a video on triple clamps and how the offsets make a difference?

Bro. Talk about research and giving an AMAZING detailed review. Amazing man forreal. Thank you bro I really really appreciate it.

I don’t comment on any videos but this was just too dang informative and explained so well I had to. Great video, keep up the great work

Best explanation of a motorcycle clutch I've ever seen. Rad comparison, very helpful. I'm definitely going Hinson!

Best explanation of how a motorcycle clutch actually works I've seen yet. Great job!

I will say, regardless of the topic the video itself, you just gave me the most comprehensive understanding of the clutch system in general. Thank you.

Lots of good information in this video and learned something new. Thank you. Keep up the good work.

Great information without a cheesy sales pitch. You give me hope in humanity Jeff.

Great stuff Jeff , the tech report is really useful ,much appreciated thanks

Awesome video brother. I thoroughly enjoy these informational videos like this

Great video mate I’ve just purchased 2020 CRF450 this info is gold thank you !

Great informative video! Didn´t know it was such a different in systems between the two :)

That “basic” overview of how a clutch works just solved a 20 year mystery for me. Cheers

Awesome explanation of each clutch system. Great video Jeff.

Good stuff Jeff! Never tried a Hinson but the Rekluse system is next level as far as performance to the rear wheel.

Great break down on clutch operation, but sorry, I'm a stickler for misinformation, not entirely correct on basket, hub relation. Outer basket is only "connected" to the crank(kick starter if equipped, and water pump). Inner hub drives the primary shaft spinning the first set of gears. The second set of gears meshed with the first are connected to the counter shaft/sprocket and drive the rear wheel. I know I'm being a nit-picker, but let's inform accurately. Great channel and hope to see you at MX Express this spring/summer!

After Purchasing A2021 YZ 125 I have been watching tons of videos on clutch and top end rebuilds. Just for fun I have been thinking about upgrading my clutch system and could not come to a conclusion as to what set up I was going to use. This video was more informative than any videos I have seen yet. And honestly I think I have seen just about all of them. I did subscribe to your RU-vid channel and I will absolutely be looking for more.keep up the good videos and I hope you can do one on pistons and top ends as well as performance pipes.

Great job explaining the differences, very helpful

I am a self taught mechanic and I do all of my own motor and suspension work including revalving suspension using Race Rech equipment, your description of how a clutch works is spot on!! Very nice explanation and thank you for taking the time to explain it!! The Hinson system works best for this guy. :)

Great video way to make my clutch selection much easier was completely undecided until i found your video helpful

That was in-depth and very helpful.👍🏼 thanks man.

Thank's for this. I have decided to go with Hinson on my 18 KX450F! liked and subbed

Gosh I've never watched a more thorough video and I never lost interest!

Outstanding video, man! Great way of making anyone understand it all! Got yourself a new subscriber! Keep it up!

Super helpful! Great info and easy to understand

Excellent review Jeff, great breakdown, cheers.

Such a great and detailed video! Thank you Jeff!

Great knowledge and well explained. Thanks for sharing. Keep ripping, and making awesome videos.

Very very good and informative video!! I learned a lot in this video! Wouldn’t mind seeing more videos like this big man! Like the difference triple clamps make and how the offsets work!! Thanks man, ur killing it and keep up the amazing work and keep these amazing videos coming and have u started riding with FXR_chaparral_honda team yet that Michael lindsay asked u to come be on?!! And ur racing the outdoor series with this team along with Jerry Robin right?!

Teaching at the most organic level, good job Jeff.

This helps me out with my 2002 Honda cr125. I'm upgrading the fibers, plates and springs to Hinson with OEM basket. Then my dad is wanting to put a Rekluse system into his 2005 RM250. Some of the stuff will help.

Great Video and explanation of the working of a clutch system.

Thanks J Walk! Just got a full Hinson set up. I’m even happier with my purchase now. 💪

Hey man thanks a lot for the information I am looking at a reklus torque drive and a Hinson clutch basket, answered all my questions.

We’ll explained! Thats college material dude keep the vids coming , this is awesome! Thank you

This video is awesome. Please do more of these!

This about the first video on this topic i've understood haha, would be sick if you could do some other simplified comparisons aswell!

Thanks for all the information, very useful.

Fantastic... I learned a lot from this video of yours. Thanks!

Very very informative! Learned a lot

Great video! Super informative

Nice video Jeff! Thanks for the info 🤘🏻

Hey Jeff I already knew how a clutch worked came here for the Rekluse info but wanted to state you explained the standard clutch excellent fast and to the point

The design intent of the increased friction surface in the Rekluse system is to afford lighter spring pressure (aka lighter lever pull force) for an equal amount of torque transfer through the clutch...so Rekluse uses lighter springs, not heavier. The deterioration of the basket dampers you showed was from thermal abuse, not physical abuse by dumping the clutch ...from my experience (P.Eng in failure analysis). Not saying you were abusively over heating your clutch through the lever, but most likely putting higher loads on the clutch because of its inherrent ability to handle the tongue in higher gears...which generates lots of slip and friction heat....these clutches can be ridden in higher gears because of their design, but doesn’t mean they should be. Yeah, I am a little bias toward Rekluse but hope this insight can clear up some of the confusing details given in the video...I agree with all other commenters that this video is a good start in putting clutch engineering in layman’s terms.

Great video Jeff. RU-vid just got a lot smarter. I’ll make sure to keep and eye on my dampers. Didn’t realize they could get hosed that quickly under abuse.

Great review! Very helpful thanks!

Great explanation Jeff now I learned something new! Thanks man

Great info made understandable and useful. Thanks for sharing.

Outstanding video. Very informative. - Thanks!

Great job explaining the differences!

Seeing your privateer video through red bull was sick!!! Your father is the man as well as you keep up the work AAND GOO FAASSTT BRAPPPP

Great video, very well explained!!!!!

I got a hinson in my trail bike and it's pretty great. Been kinda trying to wear it out so I can try out one of the rekluse auto clutches. That hinson clutch is holding up great though!

Awesome video Jeff. Good job Bravo 👍👍👍

Incredibly informative, glad I watched this

Best explanation i heard so far on the clutch and thanks for comparing. Can you do a video on line selection and another one on suspension setting. For the suspension, it would be grate to explain how you feel the reaction aon the bike and then why you go stiffer or softer in compression and rebound. Personnaly i have hard time knowing if i have to keep turning the clickers or if it really helping me on the track. Both videos would help a lot.

This is great, Jeff. Thank you for explaining it so well for someone like me who doesn't know the internal workings. If I drop a Hinson into my bike but run the Rekluse cover... will you tell?

Great detailed but easy to understand clutch operation and the advantage of different friction plates.i don't think anyone could of explained it better. 👌 Thanks heaps! New subscriber. 👍

Great information about clutches. Honestly never knew the differences between the two. You should make a video on Bars, different bends and cross bar or not ect. In the future when more information is released, make a video on the new 2021 crf450r. Your impressions of it!?!

This was thorough. Awesome video.

Great video, technical information and so well presented.

Great video Jeff! I am riding a KX250F with stock clutch, so far so good

Best video thank you! Such great information! The way you explained it was awesome

Great video,Jeff!

Amazing review. Extremely well explained

thanks for the in depth review

Thank you for this excellent comparison and advice!

Great , useful information! Thanks!!