Golf Cart Clutch

Golf Cart Clutch—Drive Clutches, Rebuild Kits & Clutch Pullers

Shop complete golf cart clutch parts for Yamaha, EZGO, and Club Car at Golf Cart Gears. Whether you need a drive clutch, driven clutch, golf cart clutch kit, or clutch puller and removal tool, we carry model-specific parts for all major cart platforms. All golf cart clutches ship fast with up to 25% off regular pricing. Browse our full range of golf cart parts at Golf Cart Gears.

Golf Cart Clutch Brands We carry

We stock golf cart clutch parts from trusted manufacturers, including GBoost, JAKES, NIVEL, Red Hawk, and Yamaha. Each brand covers specific cart platforms and clutch types so you always get the right fit for your cart.

GBoost Golf Cart Clutch

GBoost specializes in performance golf cart clutch components, including drive clutch springs and high torque upgrade parts. Their clutch springs for EZGO and Yamaha Drive platforms are designed to increase torque output and improve overall clutch engagement for carts that need more pulling power.

JAKES Golf Cart Clutch

JAKES is a well-known name in golf cart parts and carries a range of clutch components and replacement parts for major cart platforms, including Club Car, EZGO, and Yamaha.

NIVEL Golf Cart Clutch

NIVEL manufactures and distributes a wide range of aftermarket golf cart clutch parts that fit Club Car, EZGO, and Yamaha models. NIVEL parts are a reliable choice for direct replacement clutches and clutch kits.

Red Hawk Golf Cart Clutch

Red Hawk produces quality aftermarket clutch parts and replacement components for golf cart platforms. Red Hawk is a popular choice for shop technicians and DIY owners who need reliable parts at competitive prices.

Golf Cart Clutch by Cart Model—Yamaha, EZGO & Club Car

Golf cart clutches are model-specific and year-specific. A clutch built for a Yamaha G29 will not fit an EZGO TXT. Always confirm your cart brand, model, and year before ordering.

Yamaha Golf Cart Clutch

We carry a full range of Yamaha golf cart clutch parts covering the G1 through G22 series and the G29 Drive and Drive2 platforms. Whether you need a primary clutch replacement, a Yamaha golf cart clutch rebuild kit, a secondary clutch spring, or a Yamaha golf cart clutch puller and removal tool, we have the correct part in stock.

Yamaha models  Golf Cart Clutch

Yamaha G1 through G22 Gas—Sliding Sheave Bushing, Clutch Puller with FBT clutches Yamaha G29 Drive 2007 and up—Primary Clutch with Clutch Bolt, Drive Clutch Puller for Team Clutch Yamaha Drive Team Clutch—High Torque Drive Clutch Spring Yamaha Secondary Clutch—Standard Duty Clutch Spring

For owners of older models, we also carry parts for the 1992 Yamaha G9 driven clutch replacement and 1992 Yamaha G9 secondary clutch replacement—two of the most searched Yamaha clutch repairs for vintage G9 carts.

EZGO Golf Cart Clutch

We stock drive clutches, driven clutches, clutch pullers, and clutch springs for EZGO gas cart platforms, including 2-cycle and 4-cycle engine models. Our EZGO golf cart clutch parts are direct OEM-style replacements that install with standard tools.

EZGO model Golf Cart Clutch

EZGO 4-Cycle Gas 1991 and up—Drive Clutch EZGO 2-Cycle Gas 1989 to 1994—Drive Clutch EZGO 4-Cycle Gas 1991 and up and 2-Cycle Gas 1989 to 1993—Clutch Puller EZGO Gas 1989 and up—Driven Clutch Bolt EZGO hp—High Torque Drive Clutch Spring

Club Car Golf Cart Clutch

We carry drive clutches, driven clutches, and clutch pullers for Club Car DS, Precedent, and XRT models. Club Car golf cart clutch parts in our store cover both Kawasaki engine and standard gas engine platforms.

Club Car models  Golf Cart Clutch

Club Car DS Gas 1988 to 1996—Driven Clutch Club Car Precedent and DS 1997 to 2015 with Kawasaki Engine—Drive Clutch Club Car 1988 and up—Drive Clutch Puller Club Car XRT950, XRT1500, XRT1550 4-Wheel Drive—Clutch Puller Club Car Gas—Drive Clutch Cover Puller

Harley Davidson Golf Cart Clutch

We carry clutch parts for Harley Davidson golf carts. These older vintage carts use a unique clutch system and require specific replacement parts. If you are looking for Harley Davidson golf cart clutch components, our team can help you identify the correct part for your model.

Drive Clutch vs Driven Clutch—What is the Difference

Golf cart gas engines use a continuously variable transmission system with two clutches working together. Understanding the difference between the drive clutch and the driven clutch helps you identify which part needs replacement.

Drive Golf Cart Clutch—Primary Golf Cart Clutches

The drive clutch is mounted directly on the engine crankshaft. It is the primary clutch that initiates power transfer when the engine revs up. As engine RPM increases, the drive clutch opens and clamps the drive belt to begin moving the cart. A worn or damaged drive clutch causes poor acceleration, belt slipping, and rough engagement when starting from a stop.

Driven Golf Cart Clutch—Secondary Golf Cart Clutches

The driven clutch is mounted on the input shaft of the transaxle. It is the secondary clutch that responds to the drive clutch by adjusting belt tension and gear ratio as the cart accelerates. A worn-out driven clutch causes inconsistent speed, belt noise, and loss of top-end performance. For Yamaha G9 owners, the driven clutch and secondary clutch are the same component and are the most commonly replaced clutch parts on that platform.

Golf Cart Clutch Pullers & Removal Tools

Removing a golf cart clutch requires a dedicated clutch puller tool. Attempting to remove a clutch without the correct puller risks damaging the crankshaft, taper, and clutch body. We carry model-specific golf cart clutch pullers for Yamaha, EZGO, and Club Car platforms.

Clutch puller tools in our store include:

Clutch Puller for Comet Style clutches Clutch Puller for EZGO 4-Cycle Gas 1991 and up and 2-Cycle Gas 1989 to 1993 Clutch Puller for Club Car Drive 1988 and up Clutch Puller for Club Car Drive Clutch Cover Gas models Clutch Puller for Club Car XRT950, XRT1500, XRT1550 4-Wheel Drive Drive Clutch Puller for Yamaha G29 Drive Team Clutch Clutch Puller for Yamaha G1 through G22 and G29 Drive with FBT clutches Driven Clutch Puller for Yamaha Gas models

Always use the correct model-specific golf cart clutch removal tool for your cart. Using a universal puller on a model that requires a dedicated tool can cause thread damage to the crankshaft.

Signs You Need to Replace Your Golf Cart Clutch

Watch for these warning signs that your golf cart clutch needs replacement or repair.

The cart hesitates or jerks when moving from a stop. You hear squealing, rattling, or grinding from the clutch area while driving. The drive belt is slipping, fraying, or wearing unevenly. The cart loses power on hills or under load. Top speed has dropped noticeably. The cart rolls or creeps when the engine is running at idle.

If you notice any of these symptoms on your Yamaha, EZGO, or Club Car, inspect both the drive clutch and driven clutch before ordering parts. In many cases worn clutch springs or damaged sheave bushings are the root cause and can be repaired with a golf cart clutch rebuild kit rather than a full clutch replacement.

Order Your Golf Cart Clutch Today

At Golf Cart Gears we carry golf cart clutches, clutch kits, clutch rebuild kits, and clutch pullers for Yamaha, EZGO, and Club Car from trusted brands GBoost, JAKES, NIVEL, Red Hawk, and Yamaha OEM. Every clutch part in our store is a model-specific fit for your cart. Orders ship free and arrive in 3 to 5 business days. Not sure which clutch fits your cart? Call us toll-free at 1-888-385-4708 or email support@golfcartgears.com. We are open 7 days a week.

FAQs

What is a golf cart clutch?

A golf cart clutch is a mechanical power transfer component used on gas-powered golf carts. It consists of a drive clutch mounted on the engine and a driven clutch mounted on the transaxle. Together they control acceleration, speed, and belt tension through a continuously variable transmission system.

What is the difference between a drive clutch and a driven clutch?

The drive clutch is the primary clutch mounted on the engine crankshaft that initiates power transfer. The driven clutch is the secondary clutch mounted on the transaxle that adjusts belt tension and gear ratio as the cart accelerates. Both work together, and a problem with either one affects overall cart performance.

Are golf cart clutches brand-specific?

Yes. Golf cart clutches are specific to the cart brand, engine type, and year. A Yamaha G29 Drive clutch will not fit an EZGO TXT. Always confirm your exact cart brand, model, and year before ordering.

Do I need a special tool to remove a golf cart clutch?

Yes. A golf cart clutch puller is required to safely remove the drive or driven clutch from the crankshaft or transaxle shaft. Using the wrong tool or attempting removal without a puller risks damaging the crankshaft taper and clutch threads.

What is included in a golf cart clutch rebuild kit?

A golf cart clutch rebuild kit typically includes clutch springs, rollers or weights, bushings, and any hardware needed to restore clutch function without replacing the entire clutch assembly. Rebuild kits are a cost-effective option when the clutch body is still in good condition.

What golf cart clutch parts do you carry for the 1992 Yamaha G9?

We carry driven clutch and secondary clutch replacement parts for the 1992 Yamaha G9 platform. These are among the most commonly replaced clutch components on vintage G9 carts, and we stock direct-fit replacements.

What brands of golf cart clutch do you carry?

We carry golf cart clutch parts from GBoost, JAKES, NIVEL, Red Hawk, and Yamaha OEM, covering Yamaha, EZGO, and Club Car platforms.