EBC CT021 motorcycle clutch removal tool

Removing a motorcycle clutch requires the basket or hub to be held correctly before the retaining fastener is moved. EBC tool CT021 is designed for this operation on the motorcycles listed in the application data. Its dedicated profile makes the job easier and avoids unsuitable contact with clutch components.

Contents and technical features

• Holding tool for clutch basket or hub depending on the reference
• Aids removal of the clutch retaining fastener
• Application-specific engagement profile
• Parts Europe pack size: one tool
• Tool type : clutch basket holding tool

A dedicated tool for clutch removal

The CT tool is shaped to engage with the clutch basket or hub specified for its reference. It holds the component while the central fastener is loosened or tightened, avoiding improvised pliers or levers that could mark the aluminium. Each CT has its own profile, so the application data must be followed exactly.

Before starting work, identify the exact motorcycle, model year and clutch assembly fitted. Two CT tools that look similar are not necessarily interchangeable. The reference must match the application stated by EBC and Parts Europe. Never force a tool that does not seat correctly against the intended engagement points on the basket or hub.

Compatible motorcycles

Check the exact model, version and model year before ordering.

HONDA

• CB 1100 R : 1981–1982 — 1054 cm³
• CBR 1100 XX (Blackbird) : 1997–2007 — 1137 cm³
• CB 1100 SF (X-11) : 2000–2003 — 1137 cm³
• ST 1300 (Pan European) : 2002–2004 — 1261 cm³
• ST 1300 ABS (Pan European) : 2002–2015 — 1261 cm³
• VTX 1300 S : 2003–2007 — 1312 cm³
• VT 1300 CX (Fury) / VT 1300 CX ABS (Fury) : 2010–2012 — 1312 cm³
• GL 1500 SE (Goldwing) : 1991–2000 — 1500 cm³
• GL 1500 (Goldwing) : 1988–1990 — 1520 cm³
• GL 1500 C (F6C) : 1997–2000, 2002–2003 — 1520 cm³
• VTX 1800 C : 2002–2006 — 1795 cm³
• GL 1800 ABS (Goldwing) : 2001–2013 — 1800 cm³
• GL 1800 ABS (Goldwing 30th Anniversary) : 2005 — 1800 cm³
• GL 1800 ABS (Goldwing Airbag Navi) : 2006–2013 — 1800 cm³
• GL 1800 B ABS (Gold Wing F6B) : 2013 — 1800 cm³
• CB 750 K(Z) : 1980 — 743 cm³
• CB 750 F (Bol Dor) : 1980–1982 — 743 cm³
• CB 750 F2 (Bol Dor) : 1982 — 743 cm³
• VTR 1000 SP1 : 2000–2001 — 999 cm³

KAWASAKI

• ZZR 1100 : 1990–1999 — 1052 cm³
• GPZ 1100 : 1995–1998 — 1052 cm³
• ZZR 1100 (Catalysator) : 1999–2001 — 1052 cm³
• ZZR 1200 : 2002–2004 — 1165 cm³
• ZZR 1400 ABS : 2006–2011 — 1352 cm³
• GTR 1400 : 2008–2011 — 1352 cm³
• GTR 1400 ABS : 2008–2016 — 1352 cm³
• GTR 1400 ABS (Grand Tourer) : 2011–2013, 2016 — 1352 cm³
• ZZR 1400 ABS (Performance) : 2012–2013 — 1441 cm³
• ZZR 1400 ABS : 2012–2016, 2018–2019 — 1441 cm³
• ZZR 1400 ABS (Special Edition) : 2013 — 1441 cm³
• ZZR 1400 ABS (Performance Sport) : 2014–2018 — 1441 cm³
• KLV 1000 : 2004–2006 — 996 cm³

KTM

• RC8 1190 : 2008–2010 — 1195 cm³
• RC8 1190 R : 2009–2015 — 1195 cm³
• RC8 1190 R (Akrapovic Limited Edition) / RC8 1190 R (Red Bull Limited Edition) : 2010 — 1195 cm³
• RC8 1190 R (Race Spec) : 2012 — 1195 cm³
• RC8 1190 R (Track) : 2012–2013 — 1195 cm³

SUZUKI

• DL 1000 ABS (V-Strom) : 2014–2020 — 1037 cm³
• DL 1000 ABS (V-Strom XT) : 2017–2020 — 1037 cm³
• GSF 1250 (Bandit) / GSF 1250 S (Bandit) : 2007–2010 — 1255 cm³
• GSF 1250 ABS (Bandit) / GSF 1250 S ABS (Bandit) : 2007–2012 — 1255 cm³
• GSX 1250 F ABS : 2011–2013 — 1255 cm³
• GSX 1300 R (Hayabusa) : 1999–2007 — 1299 cm³
• GSX 1300 RZ (Hayabusa) : 2007 — 1299 cm³
• GSX 1300 BK (B-King) : 2008–2009 — 1340 cm³
• GSX 1300 BK ABS (B-King) : 2008–2011 — 1340 cm³
• GSX 1300 R (Hayabusa) : 2008–2012 — 1340 cm³
• GSX 1300 R ABS (Hayabusa) : 2013–2015 — 1340 cm³
• VL 1500 BT (Intruder C 1500T) : 2013 — 1462 cm³
• DL 1000 (V-Strom) : 2002–2007 — 996 cm³
• SV 1000 : 2003–2005 — 996 cm³
• SV 1000 S : 2003–2006 — 996 cm³
• SV 1000 SZ : 2006 — 996 cm³

TRIUMPH

• DAYTONA 1000 : 1992 — 1000 cm³
• TROPHY 1200 : 1992–2001 — 1179 cm³
• DAYTONA 1200 : 1993–1997 — 1179 cm³
• ROCKET III 2300 : 2004–2009 — 2294 cm³
• ROCKET III 2300 (Classic) : 2006–2009 — 2294 cm³
• ROCKET III 2300 (Touring) : 2007–2012 — 2294 cm³
• ROCKET III 2300 (Roadster) : 2010 — 2294 cm³
• ROCKET III 2300 ABS (Roadster) : 2010–2012 — 2294 cm³
• ROCKET III 2300 ABS (Touring) : 2011–2012 — 2294 cm³
• DAYTONA 750 : 1992 — 749 cm³
• TRIDENT 750 : 1992–1998 — 749 cm³
• SPEED TRIPLE 750 : 1997 — 749 cm³
• TRIDENT 900 : 1992–1998 — 885 cm³
• TROPHY 900 : 1992–2001 — 885 cm³
• DAYTONA 900 / TIGER 900 : 1993–1996 — 885 cm³
• SPRINT 900 (Carburator) : 1993–1998 — 885 cm³
• DAYTONA 900 SUPER III / SPEED TRIPLE 900 (Carburator) : 1994–1996 — 885 cm³
• ADVENTURER 900 : 1996–2001 — 885 cm³
• SPEED TRIPLE 900 (Injection) : 1997 — 885 cm³
• LEGEND 900 TT : 1999–2001 — 885 cm³

Fitting and operating advice

Remove the engine cover as described in the workshop manual, then engage the tool fully before applying load. Use the correct socket on the fastener and keep the holding tool aligned to prevent it slipping. It provides counter-hold only; it does not replace the correct socket, a torque wrench or the manufacturer's prescribed locking procedure.

During reassembly, clean the contact surfaces, inspect the removed components and apply the manufacturer's tightening torque. Do not strike the tool or use an excessive extension. After use, make sure it is not bent or damaged and store it dry. If the basket or hub is marked or worn, complete the diagnosis before rebuilding the clutch.

A correctly matched holding tool improves control by applying force through the intended engagement points instead of the basket's more fragile edges. Work with the motorcycle stable, the engine cold and the battery secured as specified by the manufacturer. Prepare any replacement parts, cover gasket and oil required before opening the engine so the assembly is not left exposed longer than necessary.

EBC friction technology for motorcycles

EBC is known for friction components developed for motorcycles. Its separate product series make it easier to select a solution that matches both the intended use and the required contents, from routine replacement to more demanding applications. Browse related products in our motorcycle clutch category.