Trying to figure out the differences between the qsc and the stm rage 3. I'm gonna get a whole new clutch primary and secondary (stm gen 2). I can't decide between the two. I have a stock maverick stock tires and ride some sand, gravel trails, and also ride mountain trails. I just want best belt reliability and engine braking. Witch will give lowest gear ratio and best engine braking. Also is the stm rage 6 worth the extra money. Just want the most reliable. Thanks in advance.
The QSC ratio has a lower starting ratio due to the smaller bearing.
I think the engine brake will be better as well because the QSC uses a one way bearing. The sheaves are cast.
The STM is made out of billet aluminum which is a plus if you'd ever do something to your engine which increases power and RPMs.
It's about the same work to change the weights in the flyweights, so there is not much difference.
I had the QSC on my Outlander with a made motor and had over 2000 miles of trouble free riding.
On the Maverick I went with the STM rage 3 (should have bought the rage 6) to check out what it is all about.
So if you don't planning on doing work to your engine, you'd be fine with either one.
If money is no issue, I would get the rage 6 since it will be much easier to get it dialed in just right....the statement on the rage 6 is not first hand experience but that's what I've gathered reading countless threads on this subject and tuning my rage 3.
Alex
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