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Eight rubber cushions sit between the basket and its gear.
They soak up the pulses from the engine, so the drive reaches the clutch smoothly.
Clutch basket repair kit · Yamaha CP3, 2014–2026
That clunk at idle is your clutch basket.
Get the kit · $149.99 CAD
4.94 from 68 reviewsFree shipping to Canada and the US
Compressed rubber cushions leave play between the basket and gear. This kit replaces them, with the parts and special tools in one box.
FitsMT-09FZ-09FJ-09TracerXSR900R9Niken
- 4.94 from 68 reviews
- Full install video on YouTube
- Riders in Canada, the US, the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Poland and New Zealand
- Ships from Canada
- Free shipping to Canada and the US
Before you buy
Diagnose it in 10 seconds.
Let the bike idle, then pull the clutch lever in. If the rattle fades, the noise is coming from the clutch, and worn basket cushions are the usual cause.
Lever out: this is the rattle you hear at idle, from play between the basket and its gear.
Other signs of worn cushions
- Rattle at idle
- Buzz in the bars or pegs
- Clunk at low revs
- Jerky pull-away in first
Usually shows up after about 20,000 km, and gets louder once the engine is warm.
What's actually happening
Why the basket starts to clunk
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Over time the rubber compresses.
That leaves play between the basket and the gear. More than about 2 mm of rotational play at the edge of the basket means they're worn.
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That play is the clunk you hear and the buzz you feel.
It's usually loudest at idle, at low revs and on light throttle.
Yamaha's fix is a whole new basket, with the same rubber design inside.
Compare the optionsEverything in one box
The parts and special tools, in one box.
Repair + Tool Kit
- 18 × clutch basket cushionsReplace the compressed originals.Both kits
- 28 × Grade 5 titanium M7 boltsCountersunk. They hold the new cushions in.Both kits
- 3M7 × 1.0 tapCuts the threads for the new bolts.Both kits
- 4Thread sealantGoes on each bolt before you torque it.Both kits
- 5Clutch holding toolHolds the clutch boss while you undo its 90 ft-lb nut.Tool Kit
- 630 mm ½" drive impact socketFits the clutch boss nut.Tool Kit
Free shipping to Canada and the US. Ships worldwide.
Your options
Fix the basket you have, or buy a new one
Both put new rubber in the basket. Only one lets you keep yours and comes with the parts and tools to fit it.
What you get
In Motion kitThis page
New factory basketFrom a Yamaha dealer
New cushions
8 included
Same rubber design
Bolts to hold them
8 Grade 5 titanium
Factory rivets
M7 tap and thread sealant
Included
Not needed
Holding tool and 30 mm socket
With the Tool Kit
Not included
Install video and written guide
Both, with torque specs
Not included
Price
$149.99 CAD
or $104.99 without tools About US$469
parts only, plus labour
or $104.99 without tools About US$469
parts only, plus labour
Factory basket price: Yamaha primary driven gear comp. B7N-16150-00-00, RevZilla parts listing for the 2023 MT-09, checked October 2026. US dollars, parts only.
Fitting it
Do it in your garage, or hand it to your shop.
Plan for an afternoon to a weekend with common garage tools. Either way you get the same kit, video and written guide.
Do it yourself
Follow Calvin's full install video
Watch the full install 20:12 · YouTube
STEP 1Take off the cover and the clutch
STEP 2Drill out the rivets and tap the threads
STEP 3Fit the new cushions and titanium bolts
STEP 4Put it back together and ride
You'll also need a drill with a few bits, a torque wrench, snap ring pliers and a metric socket set. The guide lists every tool.
Have it fitted
Take the box to your mechanic
Order the kit to your door and drop it at your shop. Your mechanic gets every part in one box, plus the written guide.
- Step-by-step guide with drill sizes and the tapping method
- The same video, if they want to see it done first
- Questions go straight to Calvin
| M7 cushion bolts | 7–9 ft-lb · 9.5–12.2 Nm |
|---|---|
| Clutch boss nut | 90 ft-lb · 122 Nm |
| Pressure plate bolts | 7.2 ft-lb · 10 Nm |
| Clutch cover bolts | 8.7 ft-lb · 12 Nm |
Who's behind it
Run by the rider in the video.
Calvin runs In Motion from Canada, films the installs on the Calvin MC YouTube channel and answers the questions.
Calvin is always ready to help, which is no small thing.Tracer owner · Italy
Riders who fixed it
From the people who did the job
4.94
from 68 reviews
from 68 reviews
My 2019 Tracer has no more clunk!! Vibrations from the clutch basket are dramatically lower now.
2019 Tracer · Tool Kit★★★★★Not a mechanic or handy at all and even I was able to do it.
XSR900 · Repair Kit★★★★★That awful clutch noise and the jerky performance at low RPMs are gone. Now my Tracer feels brand new.
Tracer · Italy★★★★★Perfect fix for the clutch rattle & easy DIY, even for those with minimal mechanic abilities.
2017 FJ-09 · Repair Kit★★★★★Installed it on my '22 Tracer 9 and it fixed the free play and some noise the basket was producing.
2022 Tracer 9 · Repair Kit★★★★★Easy to follow YouTube video and great value. No more knocking and smooth gear changes.
2021 Tracer 900 GT · Tool Kit★★★★★
Check your bike
Check it fits before you order.
Pick your model and year. Kits can't be returned, so if your bike isn't on the list, ask Calvin first.
Questions
Before you order
How do I know it's the cushions?
Let the bike idle and pull the clutch lever in. If the rattle fades or stops, the noise is coming from the clutch. With the cover off, more than about 2 mm of rotational play at the edge of the basket confirms the cushions are worn.
Can I fit it myself?
Many riders do, with the video. The job means drilling out the factory rivets and tapping new threads, so it suits someone who's comfortable with a drill and a torque wrench. If that's not you, In Motion recommends having a shop fit it.
Which kit should I get?
Get the Repair + Tool Kit unless you already own a clutch holding tool and a 30 mm ½" drive socket. The parts are the same in both.
How is this different from a cushion-only kit?
A cushion-only kit gives you the rubber. This kit also includes the 8 Grade 5 titanium bolts that hold the new cushions in, plus the M7 tap and thread sealant to fit them. The Tool Kit adds the clutch holding tool and 30 mm socket.
Every kit comes with Calvin's full install video and a written guide with torque specs.
What tools do I need beyond the kit?
- Electric or hand drill with 1/8, 1/2, 9/32 and 13/32 in bits
- Torque wrench (ft-lb scale)
- Metric socket set and Allen keys
- Snap ring pliers, a pry tool and a pick or flathead screwdriver
- Locking pliers or a tap handle
The Repair Kit also needs a clutch holding tool and a 30 mm socket, which the Tool Kit includes.
How long does it take?
An afternoon to a weekend, depending on your experience. The full install video runs just over 20 minutes.
Do I need a new clutch cover gasket?
The guide recommends replacing it if you can. A gasket isn't included in the kit.
How long does shipping take?
Shipping is free to Canada and the US. Kits also ship worldwide, and riders in Europe report two to three weeks.
Can I return it?
Kits can't be returned, so check your bike in the fit checker above, or ask Calvin before you order.
I have another question.
Send it to Calvin through the contact page ↗
CP3 clutch basket repair kit
Replace the cushions. Keep your basket.
The parts and special tools in one box, with a full install video. Free shipping to Canada and the US, and it ships worldwide.
Get the kit · $149.99 CAD4.94 from 68 reviews
