ATHENA Clutch Friction Plate Kit + cover gasket for KTM, HUSQVARNA and GAS GAS 2016-2022

The ATHENA P40230016 clutch friction plate kit is designed for KTM SXF 250, SXF 350, XCF 250, XCF 350, HUSQVARNA FC 250, FC 350, FX 350 and GAS GAS EXF 250, EXF 350, MCF 250 from 2016 to 2022. The friction plates transmit engine torque to the gearbox by gripping against the steel plates. As they wear, they get thinner: the clutch slips, overheats and the bike loses traction.

Specifications

• Brand: ATHENA
• Manufacturer part number: P40230016
• EAN code: 8052780272162
• Weight: 390 g
• Engine: 4-stroke

When to replace it?

• Revs rise but the bike doesn't pick up speed (slipping), especially in the higher gears.
• Engagement point that wanders, clutch that judders or smells burnt.
• Plates below the minimum thickness given in the manual.

Measure plate thickness with a vernier caliper at every clutch check and replace the plates once they're below the minimum in the manual, or as soon as they slip.

Fitting tips

1. Soak the new friction plates in gearbox oil before fitting them.
2. Check the steel plates (flatness, blueing) and the clutch springs; replace them if necessary.
3. Make sure the basket fingers aren't notched: if they are, the clutch will snag.
4. Reassemble in the original order, tighten to the manufacturer's torque and close up with a new clutch cover gasket.

Why ATHENA?

Athena, an Italian company founded in 1973 near Vicenza, designs gaskets, pistons and cylinder kits for motorcycles. An OEM supplier to KTM, Ducati, Fantic, Piaggio and Triumph and a partner of the MXGP world championship, it develops its parts on the test bench and on the track with racing teams.

Spare parts and items to plan

• Clutch steel plates : TECNIUM · HINSON
• Clutch springs : PROX · BARNETT
• Clutch cover gasket : MOOSE · CENTAURO
• Gearbox oil : LIQUI MOLY 10W30 1 L · LIQUI MOLY 80W 500 ml

Frequently asked questions

Should the steel plates be replaced at the same time?
If they're blued, warped or marked, yes: fit new steel plates. If not, check them and keep them.

Is the cover gasket included?
Yes: this kit includes the clutch cover gasket.

Compatibility

Check the exact model and year of your bike in the list below before ordering.

Fits:
GAS GAS EXF 250 2022
GAS GAS EXF 250 2021
GAS GAS EXF 350 2022
GAS GAS EXF 350 2021
GAS GAS MCF 250 2022
GAS GAS MCF 250 2021
HUSQVARNA FC 250 2022
HUSQVARNA FC 250 2021
HUSQVARNA FC 250 2020
HUSQVARNA FC 250 2019
HUSQVARNA FC 250 2018
HUSQVARNA FC 250 2017
HUSQVARNA FC 250 2016
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2022
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2021
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2020
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2019
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2018
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2017
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2016
HUSQVARNA FX 350 2022
HUSQVARNA FX 350 2021
HUSQVARNA FX 350 2020
HUSQVARNA FX 350 2019
KTM SXF 250 2022
KTM SXF 250 2021
KTM SXF 250 2020
KTM SXF 250 2019
KTM SXF 250 2018
KTM SXF 250 2017
KTM SXF 250 2016
KTM SXF 350 2022
KTM SXF 350 2021
KTM SXF 350 2020
KTM SXF 350 2019
KTM SXF 350 2018
KTM SXF 350 2017
KTM SXF 350 2016
KTM XCF 250 2020
KTM XCF 250 2019
KTM XCF 250 2018
KTM XCF 250 2017
KTM XCF 250 2016
KTM XCF 350 2020
KTM XCF 350 2019
KTM XCF 350 2018
KTM XCF 350 2017
KTM XCF 350 2016