About this product
Barnett's billet aluminum replacement pressure plate for the five speed clutch, running either the stock or a heavy duty diaphragm spring.
The pressure plate is the part that turns spring force into clamping force across the clutch pack, and the stock casting flexes more than most people expect once a heavier spring goes behind it. Barnett machines this one from billet aluminum, so it stays flat under load and applies pressure evenly across the plates instead of dishing in the middle. That is what keeps engagement consistent and stops the pack from slipping in the middle of a pull. It works with the stock diaphragm spring or a heavy duty one, so it is as useful as a repair part as it is as an upgrade.
Features of the Barnett Billet Pressure Plate
- Machined from billet aluminum for a strong, flat clamping face
- Works with the stock diaphragm spring or a heavy duty spring
- Direct replacement, uses the stock clutch pack
- Made in the U.S.A.
Fitment
Five speed clutch applications. Grouped by family below.
- Harley-Davidson Sportster, '91-'21. Sportster 883 and 1200 XLH, 883 Hugger, 883 Deluxe, 883 and 1200 Custom XLC, 883 and 1200 Roadster XLR, 1200 Sport XLS, 1200 Low and 883 Low XLL, 883 SuperLow XLL, SuperLow 1200 XLT, Iron 883 XLN, Iron 1200 XLNS, Nightster XLN, Forty-Eight XLX, Forty-Eight Special XLXS, Seventy-Two XLV, Roadster XLCX, 1200 XLCP, Sportster 1200 XR and XR X, and the XL 50.
- Harley-Davidson Softail, '90-'97. FLST, FLSTC, FLSTF, FLSTN, FLSTS, FXST, FXSTC, FXSTS and FXSTSB.
- Harley-Davidson Dyna, '91-'97. FXD, FXDB, FXDC, FXDL, FXDWG and FXDS-CONV.
- Harley-Davidson FXR, '90-'94. FXR, FXLR, FXRS and FXRS-SP.
- Harley-Davidson Touring, '90-'97. FLHT, FLHTC, FLHTCI, FLHTCU, FLHTCUI, FLHR, FLHS, FLTC and FLTCU.
- Buell, '94-'02. S1, S1 White Lightning, S2, S2T, S3, S3T, M2, M2 Low, X1, X1W, XB9R Firebolt and Blast 500.
Before You Order
Check your transmission and clutch type before ordering. This is a five speed part, and Harley-Davidson used more than one clutch arrangement across these years. If your bike has been rebuilt, go by what is in it rather than by the year.
Common Questions About the Billet Pressure Plate
Do I need a heavy duty spring with it?
No. It works with the stock diaphragm spring. The billet plate is what lets a heavy duty spring do its job properly if you choose to fit one later.
Will it change my lever pull?
Not on its own. Lever effort comes from the spring, not the plate.
Can I reuse my clutch plates?
Yes, if they are within service spec. Measure friction plate thickness and check the steels for heat marking while the primary is open.
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