SLIP AND

ASSIST
CLUTCH
Suchibrata
Mohanty
2009012
B.Tech
Automobile
Under the
Guidance of
TABLE OF 1 Introduction to Slipper Clutch

CONTENT 2 Components of Slipper Clutch

3 Working of slipper Clutch

4 Case Study Of Slipper Clutch

Advantage and Disadvantage Of

5 Slipper Clutch
INTRODUCTION

What is a Slipper Clutch?

A slipper clutch (back-torque limiter) is a
specialized clutch with an integrated
freewheel mechanism, developed for
performance oriented motorcycles to
mitigate the effects of engine braking
when riders decelerate.
COMPONENTS
Slipper clutches are of various types and
designs, but the most common and popular
is the Ramp Slipper Clutch. This works more
or less on the principle of a freewheel
 In normal operation,
HOW DOES IT when the engine is

WORK? trying to turn the rear

wheel, the flat
engagement dogs
push on each other,
and the clutch drives
the motorcycle
forward like a normal
clutch operation.

During massive deceleration or hard breaking the torque forces the ramps together. To
absorb engine braking force the ramps slide up on each other. This action lifts the hub
up from the base, in the direction of pressure plate. It slides until the entire braking
force is absorbed and then act like a normal clutch.
 When you are riding at high speeds and
suddenly you encounter a sharp corner – the

CASE STUDY obvious reaction would be to slow down by

applying the brakes and shifting in lower

OF SLIPPER
gear. But what if you have lesser time and
you want to shift 2-3 gears at a time? And

CLUTCH
when you do this, you do it at the cost of
damaging the gear box and putting your
safety at risk which arises due to engine

EQUIPPED braking force. As a mechanism to reduce

these issues, Slipper Clutch (also known as

MOTORCYCLE
back torque limiter clutch) was introduced.
Slipper Clutch helps by allowing the clutch
to partially slip until the engine speed
matches your own speed.
 • This slipper clutch ensures stability at
corner entry as it will eliminate wheel
hop when downshifting and helps
maintain rear wheel contact with the
road surface. • Slipper clutch reduces
sudden forces on the inside of the
transmission and hence, reduces wear
and tear on the transmission • Reduces

ADVANTAGES
tyre wear • It can prevent disastrous
rear wheel lock up in case of engine
seizure or transmission failure. • It also
reduces work of suspension by
absorbing engine braking force hence
less bumpy ride while cornering. • The
rider does not need to concentrate on
clutch operation which allows him to
concentrate on other things such as
body posture, braking etc while
cornering.
 • It’s mechanically complex. • They are
expensive compared to normal
clutches. • Sometimes you really need
the engine braking force to slow down
the motorcycle. • Slipper clutch can’t

DISADVANTAGES give desired results if not adjusted

according to requirements. •
Sometimes engine braking is crucial,
such as in steep downhill rides, and a
slipper clutch dilutes the engine
braking effect, causing the rider to use
the brake more often
CONCLUSION The Slipper clutch improves
performance of the motorcycle by
reducing the stress on the gear box,
rear wheel and also engine. It also
reduces work of suspension by
absorbing engine braking force hence
less bumpy ride while cornering.
Slipper clutch has a better lifespan
compared to the conventional clutch
system. The main disadvantages of
using this system is the cost and
complexity. If these disadvantages are
overcome this system will be the most
preferred clutch system. In the near
future automotive industry will
implement this technology.
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Have a
great day
ahead.