ATHENA Clutch Steel Plate Kit for KAWASAKI KX 250, KX 500 1988-2004

On KAWASAKI KX 250, KX 500 from 1988 to 2004, the ATHENA P40240035 clutch steel plate kit fits in place of the original part. The steel plates, made of steel or aluminium depending on the model, are the surface the friction plates grip against. Warped or glazed, they stop the clutch from working properly, even with new linings.

Specifications

• Brand: ATHENA
• Manufacturer part number: P40240035
• EAN code: 8052780271721
• Weight: 510 g
• Engine: 2-stroke

When to replace it?

• Clutch that drags or judders, neutral hard to find with the engine hot.
• Plates blued, glazed or marked at the tabs.
• Warpage out of tolerance, measured with a feeler gauge on a surface plate (or a sheet of glass).

Every time you replace the friction plates, if the steel plates are warped or blued, and after a bad bout of clutch slip.

Fitting tips

1. Oil the plates before fitting them.
2. Alternate friction plates and steel plates in the original order, without leaving one out.
3. Check the clutch springs and tighten to the manufacturer's torque.
4. Close up with a new clutch cover gasket and fresh gearbox oil.

Why ATHENA?

Founded in 1973 near Vicenza, Athena is an Italian engine gasket specialist that has made its gaskets on its own production lines since day one, as well as a renowned manufacturer of pistons and cylinder kits. The brand supplies original equipment to manufacturers such as KTM, Ducati, Fantic, Piaggio and Triumph, and is a partner of the MXGP motocross world championship.

Spare parts and items to plan

• Clutch plates : WISECO · NEWFREN
• Clutch springs : EBC CSK010 · EBC CSK097
• Clutch cover gasket : CENTAURO · ATHENA
• Gearbox oil : LIQUI MOLY 10W30 1 L · LIQUI MOLY 500 ml

Frequently asked questions

Should the friction plates be replaced at the same time?
If they're close to the minimum thickness, yes: new friction plates and new steel plates give you a clutch that's as good as new.

Compatibility

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

Fits:
KAWASAKI KX 250 1990
KAWASAKI KX 500 2004
KAWASAKI KX 500 2003
KAWASAKI KX 500 2002
KAWASAKI KX 500 2001
KAWASAKI KX 500 2000
KAWASAKI KX 500 1999
KAWASAKI KX 500 1998
KAWASAKI KX 500 1997
KAWASAKI KX 500 1996
KAWASAKI KX 500 1995
KAWASAKI KX 500 1994
KAWASAKI KX 500 1993
KAWASAKI KX 500 1992
KAWASAKI KX 500 1991
KAWASAKI KX 500 1990
KAWASAKI KX 500 1989
KAWASAKI KX 500 1988