Description

Straightline Performance QRS Smooth Shift Bearing

Smoother Upshift. Faster Backshift. More Consistent Clutch Performance.

Reduces Spring Binding Inside the Secondary Clutch

Fits Ski-Doo, Lynx, and Select Arctic Cat Secondary Clutches

The Straightline Performance QRS Smooth Shift Bearing is a simple but highly effective clutch upgrade designed to improve the consistency, responsiveness, and overall operation of your secondary clutch.

Installed inside the QRS jackshaft assembly, this precision bearing allows the clutch spring to move more freely during compression and release. By reducing spring friction and binding, the Smooth Shift Bearing helps the secondary clutch respond more accurately throughout the entire shift cycle.

The result is a noticeably smoother upshift, more consistent backshift, and improved belt control during changing loads and riding conditions.

As the secondary clutch shifts, the spring naturally twists and compresses. Without a bearing, friction between the spring and clutch components can create resistance, binding, and inconsistent movement. The Straightline Performance Smooth Shift Bearing provides a low-friction surface that allows the spring to rotate naturally instead of dragging against the clutch.

This helps the secondary clutch maintain more repeatable spring pressure and respond more quickly when accelerating, decelerating, climbing, or transitioning through changing terrain.

The bearing is designed for a simple internal installation and requires no permanent modifications. It is an excellent upgrade for stock sleds, performance-tuned machines, mountain sleds, trail sleds, and race applications.

In addition to Ski-Doo and Lynx QRS secondary clutches, the bearing is also compatible with select Arctic Cat secondary clutch systems, including many 2012–2018 Arctic Cat secondary clutches and 2018–2021 Arctic Cat BOSS secondary clutches.

Whether you’re looking to sharpen clutch response, reduce inconsistent shifting, or improve the overall feel of your drivetrain, the Straightline Performance QRS Smooth Shift Bearing is an affordable and effective upgrade.

Features & Benefits

• Reduces secondary clutch spring binding
• Allows the spring to rotate more freely
• Produces smoother clutch operation
• Improves upshift consistency
• Improves backshift response
• Promotes more consistent belt control
• Helps maintain repeatable spring pressure
• Reduces internal clutch friction
• Improves throttle response during changing loads
• Excellent for trail, mountain, and racing applications
• Works with stock and performance clutch calibrations
• Installs inside the QRS jackshaft assembly
• Simple installation
• No permanent modifications required
• Durable precision-bearing construction

Compatibility

Fits Ski-Doo and Lynx:

• QRS Secondary Clutches
• Most Ski-Doo models equipped with QRS secondary clutches
• Most Lynx models equipped with QRS secondary clutches

Also Fits Select Arctic Cat Applications:

• 2012–2018 Arctic Cat Secondary Clutches
• 2018–2021 Arctic Cat BOSS Secondary Clutches

Verify clutch style and application before ordering.

Installation

The Smooth Shift Bearing installs inside the secondary clutch assembly beneath the spring contact area. Once installed, it allows the spring to rotate smoothly as the clutch opens and closes.

Professional installation is recommended for customers who are not familiar with secondary clutch disassembly and spring compression procedures.

Kit Includes

• One Straightline Performance QRS Smooth Shift Bearing