Exedy’s Stage 1 Organic Clutch is built for the serious street enthusiast who needs more torque capacity without sacrificing daily drivability. Whether you’ve added bolt-ons, upgraded your intake and exhaust system, or have a mild forced induction setup, this clutch is purpose-engineered to handle the increase in power while preserving smooth engagement and factory-like pedal feel. It’s the perfect clutch for spirited canyon runs, autocross weekends, or just aggressive street driving without the drama of an overly harsh race clutch.

The organic friction disc used in this kit is far from standard. Exedy incorporates a premium heat-resistant copper-weave material that provides excellent fade resistance, minimizing clutch slip under heavy load or repeated hard launches. The disc is full-face and sprung, making it significantly smoother than puck-style clutches, with excellent modulation and reduced shock to the drivetrain. The increased surface area and better heat dissipation also extend clutch life, making this a true upgrade over OEM units in both performance and longevity.

The pressure plate included in the Stage 1 kit is a significant step up from stock. Using higher clamping force, it provides the holding capacity necessary to manage up to 40–50% more torque than factory. At the same time, the engineers at Exedy have ensured that pedal effort remains close to stock, so you’re not compromising comfort to gain control. This is critical for drivers who log serious miles and want an OEM+ experience with a clear edge in performance.

Unlike many aftermarket clutches, Exedy’s Stage 1 kit does not suffer from the harshness or noise associated with more aggressive clutch systems. Instead, you get a system that responds with confidence while maintaining drivability in stop-and-go traffic, on steep inclines, or during cold starts. This makes it the perfect clutch for daily drivers who demand more from their car without turning it into a track-only build.

Exedy is the leading manufacturer of racing clutches in Japan and supplies all six factory vehicle manufacturers' race teams. Unlike our competitors, our clutches are NOT rebuilt OE or modified stock clutches. ALL EXEDY racing and performance clutches are engineered, designed, and built from the ground up as true motorsport components—in the same facilities that produce our trusted OEM units. EXEDY’s product innovations are patented worldwide and developed in-house using state-of-the-art design, inspection, and testing equipment. Every clutch is subjected to extensive simulations that mimic the harshest driving conditions to guarantee real-world performance. And before a single part leaves the EXEDY factory, it undergoes both robotic and visual inspection to ensure quality you can stand behind.