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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

Find Rekluse components for your machine.

Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

Follow us on Instagram and YouTube for the latest on our products, racing, tech tips, and everything in between!

Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

Photo: Octopi Media
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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

Learn more about TorqDrive clutch technology.

This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

Find Rekluse components for your machine.

Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

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In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


Check out the full adventure product line here. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team at 208-426-0659 or [email protected]

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Jared Mees Rekluse
Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

Follow us on Instagram and YouTube for the latest on our products, racing, tech tips, and everything in between!

Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


Check out the full adventure product line here. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team at 208-426-0659 or [email protected]

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

Rekluse AFT 5

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Jared Mees Rekluse
Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

Indian Scout Rekluse clutch
No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Jared Mees Rekluse
Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

Follow us on Instagram and YouTube for the latest on our products, racing, tech tips, and everything in between!

Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

Photo: Octopi Media
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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

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In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

Learn more about TorqDrive clutch technology.

This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

Find Rekluse components for your machine.

Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

Learn more about TorqDrive clutch technology.

This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

Find Rekluse components for your machine.

Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

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In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


Check out the full adventure product line here. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team at 208-426-0659 or [email protected]

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


Check out the full adventure product line here. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team at 208-426-0659 or [email protected]

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

Rekluse AFT 5

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Jared Mees Rekluse
Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

Photo: Octopi Media
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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Jared Mees Rekluse
Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

Indian Scout Rekluse clutch
No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

Follow us on Instagram and YouTube for the latest on our products, racing, tech tips, and everything in between!

Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

Find Rekluse components for your machine.

Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

Follow us on Instagram and YouTube for the latest on our products, racing, tech tips, and everything in between!

Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

Learn more about TorqDrive clutch technology.

This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

Find Rekluse components for your machine.

Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

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In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


Check out the full adventure product line here. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team at 208-426-0659 or [email protected]

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Jared Mees Rekluse
Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

Follow us on Instagram and YouTube for the latest on our products, racing, tech tips, and everything in between!

Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


Check out the full adventure product line here. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team at 208-426-0659 or [email protected]

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

Rekluse AFT 5

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Jared Mees Rekluse
Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

Indian Scout Rekluse clutch
No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Jared Mees Rekluse
Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

Follow us on Instagram and YouTube for the latest on our products, racing, tech tips, and everything in between!

Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

Photo: Octopi Media
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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

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In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

Learn more about TorqDrive clutch technology.

This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

Find Rekluse components for your machine.

Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

Learn more about TorqDrive clutch technology.

This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

Find Rekluse components for your machine.

Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

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In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

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Eli Tomac is your 2022 450SX Supercross Champion | Powered by TorqDrive

The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac. After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance […]

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The 2022 season marks not only Rekluse’s seventh consecutive season with Star Racing Yamaha, but a historical 450SX Championship with Supercross and Motocross legend, Eli Tomac.

After some testing throughout the off-season of 2015, the Star Racing crew began began officially running Rekluse clutch components in the 2016 Supercross season. Since then, this symbiotic performance relationship has not only helped fine-tune TorqDrive clutch technology, but has amassed over 10 Championships.

ET3’s TorqDrive clutch helping his YZ450F keep the power to the ground.

Eli’s recent 2022 Supercross Championship exceeded the expectations of many, originally influenced by the concerns of switching to a new motorcycle. ET3 proved those concerns moot, riding his TorqDrive-equipped Yamaha YZ450F to seven main event wins, five of which occurred consecutively.

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This Championship not only marks a milestone for Tomac, but especially for Yamaha. Yamaha’s last premier class AMA Supercross title was in 2009 with James Stewart, and now they’ve just followed up their Rekluse-backed 2021 450 Pro Motocross title with another number 1 plate to hang on the wall.

The 2022 450SX title marks Eli’s second Supercross championship, and pushes Star Racing Yamaha and Rekluse’s championship count beyond 10.

The entire Rekluse crew is extremely proud to have the opportunity to work with factory-level race teams such as Star Racing Yamaha. The team behind the Rekluse doors remains made of up of core enthusiasts of the sport, sharing the same passion as the fans in the stands and the riders in the pits.

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Working with Star Yamaha and other partners has helped evolve the same exact Rekluse clutch components available to any rider out there. Whether it’s TorqDrive helping getting the power to the ground or the RadiusCX auto technology helping riders navigate demanding conditions, riders, racers and Champions choose Rekluse.

Photos: Star Racing Yamaha

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Catching Up With Spencer Hill – The Gear Dude

Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more.  Rekluse: When did you get your start riding? Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had […]

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Rekluse sat down with KTM Twins Ambassador, “The Gear Dude” Spencer Hill, to talk about his favorite parts about riding, what he likes about running Rekluse auto and manual clutches, and more. 

Rekluse: When did you get your start riding?

Spencer: I didn’t start riding motorcycles until I was about 22 or 23. I had a friend that bought a Triumph Bonneville right when the retro bikes were coming back, the café racer type thing. I thought it was super cool, so I bought a 1969 Honda CL175. I’m an engineer by trade, so I rebuilt that bike from top to bottom and fell in love with motorcycles. My wife, who was my girlfriend at the time, and I would cruise around the city. That’s how I got started.

What’s your favorite part about riding? Taking your wife for a ride, finding new places?

I don’t think my wife has ridden on the back of one of my motorcycles since then [laughs]. My favorite thing is probably just being out in the middle of nowhere. I really like rough camping. Just being on a trip where you can go a night or two without really going through any cities and just being out on your own, on your own mission.

What’s your favorite “middle of nowhere” to go to?

I love Death Valley. I’m sort of a history buff. It’s just a cool place to ride without the frame of reference of modern anything. Being in the middle of nowhere like that really makes the history come alive.

The rich history in Death Valley attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.

What kind of history is out there?

There’s ghost towns, a ton of old mines, Barker Ranch where the Manson family hung out, lots of interesting stuff.

Do you have a favorite riding memory? An epic trip that stands out?

Doing the Continental Divide in 2016. That was probably my favorite motorcycle memory.

How long did that take you?

Like 17 days. I was with 2 guys who had never ridden motorcycles before. They just dove right in [laughs]. Other than that, I did a month-long trip with my wife from Washington all the way down to Mexico. We hit all the national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. That was my favorite long trip.

That’s awesome. During that month-long trip, were you guys just living off the bike or getting hotel rooms?

We did a bit of both. We had all our camping stuff with us, so we did camp like 75% of the time. We stayed in hotels in a couple big cities like San Diego and in Palm Springs because it was so damn hot out [laughs].

Spencer loves the freedom that camping provides when he’s on adventures.

What does adventure riding mean to you?

It just means the freedom of being able to explore and not worry about where I’m going to stay or where my destination is. Just being self-sufficient in that way – having your own camping kit, food, enough fuel, to be able to do whatever you want and be in the back country.

What advice would you give someone who was wanting to get into adventure riding?

Start on a dirt bike. That’s my number one thing. I think a common mistake people make is go out and buy a [BMW] 1200 GS or a [KTM] 1290 to start out with. [Starting on a big bike] can really sour you on the whole sport. So start small and just go out and do it.

Switching gears a bit, you’re a KTM Twins Ambassador. What does that entail?

I started with KTM Twins when it changed ownership in 2016. They wanted to build a promotional bike to garner some attention, and they asked me to do it, so I built out a Rally 690. I’ve been doing projects like that with them ever since. I did a 1090 after the first 690, then I’m working on a 790 build right now. We go to most of the major events and rallies and fly the KTM Twins flag.

Do you guys have any big rides or events coming up?

We have a big Death Valley trip coming up this Winter, but that’s more of a personal trip than a [KTM Twins] promotional trip. Then event season this year with the Touratech Rally and that kind of stuff.

Adventure riding is a unique way to see places that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Do you have a favorite rally?

I like the Touratech Rally a lot, just because it’s in my back yard. It’s about 2 hours away from my house, and it’s in an area that I ride in a lot. Other than that, I love the KTM [Adventure] Rally, I love the culture there. They usually put together incredible rides.

So what’s your background with Rekluse? 

I got started [with Rekluse] right when I started that first 690 build for KTM Twins. I had 2 690’s at the time, one that was more like a dirt bike and the other that was a Rally setup. I had an auto clutch [RadiusX] in both of them and I absolutely loved it. That was the first time I had one in a bike. I have ran [Rekluse] product ever since then. I had TorqDrive [manual clutch] in the 1090, then I have TorqDrive in the new 790, and I have a [RadiusX] auto clutch waiting to get installed [into the 790].

What do you feel the benefits of TorqDrive are?

The biggest advantage on the 790 with [TorqDrive] is it’s just a more robust clutch. The 790 has clutch issues. I’ve put about 3,000 miles on TorqDrive now. I haven’t gotten any of the fade or anything. I’m going to check it out when I take it apart to put the [RadiusX] auto clutch in, but I suspect that it’s still good. It’s a more robust clutch, and I think it just does better with these powerful bikes.

What were the benefits of RadiusX?

I had it super dialed on one of the 690s, and it just seemed like it worked perfectly. It made riding more effortless, especially in technical terrain. It felt like it had a better grab than the stock clutch on that bike. It just really made it feel like a dirt bike. And it was great for wheelies [laughs].

According to Spencer, RadiusX passes the all-important wheelie test.

Other than the bigger adventure bikes, what models do you have experience with Rekluse clutches on?

[KTM] 500 EXC. I went riding with Jimmy Lewis a couple months ago, and he has a couple [KTM] 500’s dialed in with [RadiusCX]. He has them so dialed in and perfect, I love it on that bike. I’ve gone back to back – I rode with [auto clutches with Jimmy Lewis] in Nevada, then I was in Moab and I got a chance to ride a brand new [KTM] 500 that was bone stock. I was like “oh man, how do people do this with a regular clutch?” [laughs].

Are there any standout bike models where you think the clutch really shines?

I think TorqDrive was really great in the 790 as far as reducing the lever pull, because it’s a cable clutch as opposed to the usual hydraulic clutch on a KTM. It made the lever pull easier and it did better at transferring the power. I’m really excited to see how the auto clutch does in the 790, because it already has the quick shifter. So with the RadiusX, it could be a perfect combination of quick shifter and auto clutch. It could be really cool.

What scenarios do you feel like the auto clutch comes in handy?

The auto clutch just makes technical terrain much more enjoyable. Rocky climbs, Moab type stuff, it just keeps one thing off your plate. It makes in more fun for me, because it’s one less thing I have to worry about.

RadiusX is a useful tool for navigating technical terrain, especially with bigger bikes.

What about TorqDrive? Where does it come in handy?

It’s just the only solution for the 790. KTM should have put a better clutch in to start, so I think [TorqDrive] shines as the proper replacement.

What common misconceptions have you heard about auto clutches, and how do they compare to the actual performance of the product?

Before I ever used an auto clutch, I had people saying that your bike will constantly roll backwards, that your bike will be rolling off hills. That was sort of funny to me. The other [misconception] was that the clutch required constant adjustment. That was the first thing I learned with my first 690 – if you adjust it properly, you really don’t have to mess with it. It was a seamless product on the bike… I thought I would have to tinker with it a lot, but I didn’t. You just check Free Play Gain and make sure that’s within spec, and it’s easy.

Where can people find you online?

My website is thegeardude.com – most people follow what I do on Instagram, which is @the_gear_dude, or The Gear Dude on Facebook.


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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progresive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

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With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

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Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

Flat track Rekluse“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

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No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Rekluse Named the Official Clutch of Progressive American Flat Track

As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season. With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a […]

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As a leader in performance clutch systems made in the USA, Rekluse is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Progressive American Flat Track (AFT) series as the Official Clutch through the 2024 season.

With a focus on exceptional performance, engineering, and durability, Rekluse products are designed to give racers and race teams a distinct advantage over the competition in all forms of motorcycle racing. The Boise, Idaho based, American-made products have played an integral role in the success of several competitors in both the AFT Twins and AFT Singles classes throughout recent years, lending hand in championship titles.

Rekluse has worked closely with Champions like Jared Mees developing both auto and manual clutch setups tailored for the different styles of tracks and racing the AFT series sees in a season.

“RWB is proud to get back to some our longest standing roots in racing through our partnership with Progressive AFT,” commented Scott Highland, Director of Powersports and Marketing for Race Winning Brands. “We are racers and enthusiasts ourselves, so helping to promote one of the most exciting and historic racing properties is an honor. We’re thrilled to have Rekluse as the Official Clutch and Wiseco as the Official Piston and work closely with the racers and officials of this incredible American tradition.”

“Rekluse has built their winning traditions on innovative technology, superior performance, and outstanding reliability,” said Gene Crouch, COO of Progressive American Flat Track. “These qualities and their continued dedication to the sport make them ideal partners as we continue to work together to elevate the series to the next level.”

No guesswork – Rekluse TorqDrive and Radius clutch systems are tested before hitting the races and proven on the track.

At select rounds to be announced, Rekluse will be onsite to provide product education, trackside support and to share the passion with fans and racers. Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park.

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Back to Enduro Racing in 2022 with NEPG

The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road […]

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The Rekluse crew is excited to be back dodging trees again in 2022 with the NEPG Enduro racing series. The 2022 NEPG season is scheduled to consist of ten rounds, the first of which kicked the season off with Sumter National Enduro on February 6th. Many Rekluse-powered riders and teams are back for their off-road adrenaline fix – check out some of the action from Round 1 below!

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Star Racing Yamaha Powered by Rekluse for the Seventh Consecutive Year

Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha. A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to […]

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Rekluse’s race win and championship-studded history with the Star Racing Yamaha team dates back to the off-season of 2015. After extensive development of the Core Manual TorqDrive system and proven performance at the professional racing level, Rekluse went testing with Star Yamaha.

A seemingly unanimous feeling of power transfer advantage made Star Yamaha’s decision to officially begin running the Rekluse product in 2016 an easy decision. Since then, Rekluse has continued working closely with the team’s experts and riders to fine tune the TorqDrive system, racking up over 10 Championships since then. Check out more on Rekluse’s Star Yamaha history here.

Since they began working together in 2016, Rekluse and Star Racing Yamaha have earned over 10 Championships between Supercross and Motocross.

The kickoff of the 2022 Supercross season also marked the kickoff of the seventh consecutive year the Star Racing Yamaha team will be relying on Rekluse to get the power to the rear wheel and ultimately across the finish line. 

Only a handful of rounds into the SX season so far, Christian Craig has taken the lead in the 250SX West class, actuating a Core Manual TorqDrive clutch drive system in his ’22 Yamaha YZ250F. As of now, Craig currently holds the points lead and the red number plate with 3 out of 4 wins.

Craig has proven his title contention just a handful of rounds into the season aboard his Rekluse TorqDrive-equipped YZ250F.

The 450SX class is now commonly referred to as ‘stacked,’ and that couldn’t be more true in 2022. In his debut with the Star Racing Yamaha team, 2020 Supercross Champion Eli Tomac has fought for consistent results, earning a red number plate on his Rekluse-equipped Yamaha YZ450F and the points lead heading into Round 5 of the series. 

Eli Tomac is new to the Star Yamaha team and the Rekluse clutch system. He is already proving himself and the setup with a main event win and the points lead 4-rounds in.

The entire Rekluse team is looking forward to continuing another incredible Supercross season, as well as looking ahead to lining up for the Pro Motocross series with Star Yamaha this summer!

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Photos: Ocotopi Media / Star Racing Yamaha, Swapmoto Live

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Husqvarna Motorcycles Extends Partnership with Rekluse Through 2022

Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results. Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below. Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing […]

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Rekluse is proud to continue working directly with Husqvarna Factory Racing throughout their different disciplines on performance clutch development delivering winning results.

Official release from Husqvarna Motorcycles below.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce an extension to its highly successful partnership with leading clutch component manufacturer, Rekluse. The renewed agreement will see Husqvarna Factory Racing continue to benefit from the US manufacturer’s high-quality products, which deliver improved performance and reliability, through to the end of the 2022 racing season.

Now entering its 20th year in the motorcycle industry, Rekluse is a brand well-known for its quality components and innovation. Using global offroad racing as a rigorous testing platform to develop its products, the Idaho-based company continues to be a pioneer for motorcycle clutch technology, with Husqvarna Factory Racing relying on the brand’s extensive range of components.

Rekluse develops their extensive product range to provide teams and riders with unmatched performance and reliability. The close working relationship between Husqvarna Factory Racing and Rekluse in recent years has resulted in several successes across the globe. In 2020, Zach Osborne claimed the 450 Class Pro Motocross title, a first for Husqvarna Motorcycles, while Billy Bolt secured the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Bolt enjoyed further success in 2021 with the Brit claiming the inaugural FIM Hard Enduro World Championship crown.

With an extension to this successful technical partnership, Husqvarna Factory Racing will continue to utilize Rekluse products in all forms of competition in 2022, enhancing the performance of the Husqvarna racing machines.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad: “We are delighted to continue our close working relationship with Rekluse. The partnership has been incredibly successful across our motocross, enduro, and rally racing activities, with Husqvarna Factory Racing undoubtedly benefitting from Rekluse products. The last two seasons have been incredibly rewarding with titles in Pro Motocross, SuperEnduro, and Hard Enduro, thanks in part to the support of Rekluse. Looking ahead to 2022 we’re fully focused on achieving even more success together.”

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sports, Inc.: “We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Husqvarna Factory Racing for many years and it’s really exciting to be continuing with our partnership through 2022. Over the last few seasons, the team has delivered championships in many different disciplines, which is fantastic for us as it proves the versatility, durability, and performance of Rekluse products. Looking ahead to the new season, we’re behind the team 100% and we are sure that it will be another successful year of racing.”

Photos: Simon Cudby / Husqvarna Factory Racing

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Rekluse – Babes in the Dirt Giveaway

Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to […]

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Rekluse is proud to support the 6th annual Babes in the Dirt off-road ride/campout. In celebration of our partnership, we are giving away a custom co-branded clutch cover and full clutch system. With just a few pieces of information, you’ll be entered to win. Access the entry form, here. No purchase necessary. Entries accepted 10/20/2021 to 11/5/2021.

The winner will have their choice of Rekluse auto or manual clutch system. See the full lineup of Rekluse products here

Giveaway void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Prizes consist of a custom engraved Rekluse clutch and cover. Subject to availability. Maximum value $300. Prize cannot be returned or exchanged for cash. If Rekluse clutch/cover is not available for winner’s application, a substitute product will be chosen by Rekluse. Winner’s prize will be shipped to them. Entering email will opt you in for Rekluse email notifications. Entrants’ information will not be shared with third parties. Valid US residents only.
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Rekluse Pro Motocross Report – Hangtown

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown.  The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier to top-tier race teams for the 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Below are their race results from round 12 Hangtown. 

Dylan Ferrandis – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Christian Craig – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
Justin Cooper – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media
R.J. Hampshire- Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Joshua Varize – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing –  Photo: Simon Cudby
Levi Kitchen – Star Racing Yamaha – Photo: Octopi Media

The demands of racing call for a clutch that can withstand extreme conditions. Several professional level racers, from motocross to extreme enduro, trust Rekluse clutch components to perform even in the most demanding races. Check out the video below to learn more.

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Dylan Ferrandis Wins 2021 450 Motocross Championship

Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season! DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis […]

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Rekluse is proud to be the trusted clutch supplier for Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha and their newly crowned 450 Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. Congrats to Dylan and the whole team on a historic season!

DYLAN FERRANDIS – 450 MX CHAMPION

Monster Energy / Star Racing Yamaha

Photo: Octopi Media

In just his rookie 450 season, Dylan Ferrandis wrapped up the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross title with one more round to go. The season was a dominant one for Dylan and the Star Racing Yamaha team, who took the reins of the Yamaha 450 program this season. Star Racing, a traditional powerhouse in the 250 class, brought Yamaha their first 450 outdoor title since 2007 with Dylan’s historic effort. 

“Over the past several years now of working with Rekluse in Supercross and Motocross, they’ve provided us with clutch technology that excels even in the most demanding racing conditions. These tracks and riders put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine, going all out for two 30-minute motos, and we need a clutch that can withstand that. The durability, performance and turnability of the clutch options Rekluse provides us complements the high standards we hold in our program. We’re excited to now take that winning combination to the premier 450 MX class this year with Dylan capturing the championship.”
-Jeremy Coker, Star Racing 450 team manager. 

Dylan and the team utilized the Core Manual TorqDrive® clutch for the 2021 Motocross season to give them the best in clutch performance and durability. 

Photo: Octopi Media
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