Description
The EXEDY Performance Clutch Kit – 2000–2009 Honda S2000 addresses the clutch-service and performance needs of 2000–2009 Honda S2000, providing an EXEDY-based path for enthusiast street, autocross, HPDE, and modified performance builds with application-specific fitment.
Manufacturer Background
EXEDY's clutch expertise began in Japan in 1923 and expanded worldwide through the Daikin Clutch legacy. Unlike brands focused only on aftermarket friction products, EXEDY also operates as an OEM powertrain supplier, bringing production-level engineering and validation experience into its street-performance and racing clutch programs.
Product Overview
EXEDY's performance single- and multi-plate systems are intended to raise torque capacity and heat tolerance while matching the engagement characteristics to the car's intended use. Stage 1 uses an organic friction strategy for the most street-friendly behavior; Stage 2 moves to cerametallic friction for harder use; Hyper systems add dedicated flywheel and multi-plate architecture for substantially higher-output builds.
Choose the least aggressive configuration that comfortably covers the engine's torque and heat load. That approach normally gives the best balance of drivability, service life, transmission friendliness, and track durability.
Available Configurations
This parent listing contains multiple EXEDY configurations for the same application family. The differences below are functional and should be selected around torque demand, heat load, and acceptable engagement behavior.
| Configuration | EXEDY Part Number | Construction / Character | Torque Capacity | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyper Single | HH01SD | Single-plate Hyper clutch with dedicated lightweight flywheel; sprung-center disc, pull-type cover. Performance-oriented but more manageable than multi-plate systems. | Application-specific | Moderately to highly modified street/track cars that do not require a twin |
| Hyper Single VF | HH01SDV | Hyper Single VF hybrid friction configuration with dedicated flywheel. Designed to balance capacity with improved modulation. | Application-specific | Modified street cars and mixed street/track use where drivability remains important |
| Hyper Twin | HM052SR | Twin-plate Hyper system with lightweight chromoly flywheel; pull-type cover. Direct, motorsport-oriented engagement. | EXEDY general Hyper Twin family rating: approximately 500 ft-lb at the flywheel; verify the exact SKU/application | High-power street, drag, road-race and rally applications |
Choosing the Right Configuration
For 2000–2009 Honda S2000, the Hyper Single is the more sensible choice when the car still sees meaningful street mileage and the power level does not justify two friction discs. The Hyper Twin is intended for a materially higher torque/heat load and is better suited to serious forced-induction, drag, or repeated road-course use.
Core Specifications
- Clamp Load: Stage 1/2 covers are designed around roughly 40% higher clamping load than the genuine part
- Pedal Effort: Typical Stage 1/2 increase is approximately 20–35%, application dependent
- Flywheel Compatibility: Stage 1/2 generally use the OEM flywheel unless noted; Hyper systems include/require their dedicated flywheel
- Certification: EXEDY Stage 1, Stage 2 and Lightweight Flywheel products are SFI 1.1 certified
- Vehicle Application: 2000–2009 Honda S2000
- EXEDY SKUs: HH01SD, HH01SDV, HM052SR
Application-specific construction notes: Sprung-center disc, Pull-type cover, Cerametallic friction.
Fitment note: Confirm the vehicle's engine/transmission combination and the clutch or flywheel currently installed before ordering. This is especially important on cars with prior single-mass conversions, transmission swaps, or existing EXEDY Hyper hardware.