All PDrive Floats come equipped with the latest PD Update
PDrive Float Mod
Warning: You can perform the Float Mod on the 130HP P-Drive equipped Can-Am X3, but you CANNOT use the Float+, Float Pro, or Float Pro Max packages unless you increase the horsepower to at least 170HP with a tune.This applies to the following models: 2023-2025 Can-Am X3 Turbo 130HP
Disclaimer: This item requires both the primary and secondary clutches to be sent in. You will receive an important email with instructions on how to book your clutch for send-in service. Your phone number will be used to match your booking, and we will send you SMS updates.
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PDrive Float Mod
The KWI PDrive Float is a precision-engineered upgrade designed to correct critical clutch alignment issues and known flaws in PDrive-equipped Can-Am machines. When a clutch is misaligned, it forces the belt to ride on one sheave instead of being centered, resulting in hard shifting, excessive belt wear, secondary clutch spin at idle, and ultimately, premature clutch and belt failure.
At KWI, every Float Mod starts with a complete inspection and evaluation of your clutch system. We check for wear on the primary and secondary clutches, confirm proper taper engagement, and identify any damage. Once evaluated, the sheaves are trued and refinished to restore flatness and consistency, ensuring optimal belt contact and performance.
We then machine the secondary clutch to allow it to “float” on the shaft, letting it automatically self-align with the primary clutch as the belt wears and the clutch system cycles through shifting. This floating action solves the factory alignment flaw that leads to hard shifting and idle clutch spin.
All PDrive Float Packages also include the PD Update, which addresses a major issue with PDrive primaries sticking engaged. This condition causes the machine to lurch or remain engaged at idle. The PD Update replaces the primary spring support and stop sleeve, allowing the primary to fully disengage as designed. Combined with the Float Mod, this delivers a complete CVT system fix—solving both alignment and primary engagement problems in one upgrade.
Overview
The PDrive Float system is ideal for any rider who wants smoother shifting, longer belt life, improved throttle response, and more reliable performance from their Can-Am’s CVT system. Whether you’re crawling over rocks, racing dunes, slinging mud, or cruising trails, this package is engineered to fix core clutching issues at their root—offering long-term performance, reliability, and tuning flexibility.
FAQs
Please read our FAQs page to find out more.
What is the Float Mod, and what does it do?
The Float Mod is a modification that offers several advantages:
- Increases wheel horsepower and accelerates your vehicle more quickly.
- Produces quieter clutches and maintains ultra-smooth shifting by eliminating warping and belt chatter.
- Lowers belt temperatures by resurfacing and recutting sheave angles for more efficient shifting and increased wheel horsepower.
- Fixes warped clutch sheaves and factory belt misalignment, common issues in X3 clutches that cause belt chatter, vibrations, power loss, and increased belt heat.
You have two options to consider:
- KWI Fast Float: Offers a 48-hour turnaround time.
- KWI Float Mod: Standard turnaround time is 10 days.
KWI has a proven solution used by X3 owners worldwide. They will true up your warped primary and secondary sheaves on their ultra-precision CNC lathe, re-cut the sheave angles on both your primary and secondary clutches, replace the secondary rollers with upgraded KWI rollers, set up your clutches to fully float and self-align at all RPMs, service your primary bearing, and replace any wearable or damaged parts (additional cost). Your clutches will be sent back ready to bolt on, and you can also purchase their clutch kit, which they will install during reassembly.
How do I order the float?
1.Visit the KWI Clutching website: Go to https://kwiclutching.com/.
Choose Your Clutch Type: Select either QRS or P-Drive, depending on your machine's primary type.
Select Your Package: KWI offers four different float packages for both QRS and P-Drive clutches:
Provide Machine Information: Complete the required questions about your machine to help calibrate your clutch to a close setup. Keep in mind that every machine is slightly different, so calibration may vary.
Make Your Purchase: After choosing your package and providing the necessary information, proceed to make your purchase.
Package Your Clutches: Ensure your clutches are well-protected. We recommend using a UPS store to package them securely and insuring them for approximately $2000, considering the clutch's value.
Send Your Clutches: Send your clutches to KWI Clutching as per their instructions.
Clutch Inspection: Upon receiving your clutches, KWI will check them in and conduct an inspection. If any issues or additional charges are identified (broken parts, wear beyond repair, etc.), they will email you with a cost estimate and alternative options.
Clutch Modification: After inspection, your clutches will be disassembled and inspected further. They will then move into the machining queue, where necessary modifications and add-ons will be installed. Calibration will be based on the information you provided during checkout.
Final Invoice: Once your clutches are completed, KWI will email you a final invoice. This invoice will include any additional charges that were approved by you and the cost of return shipping, which includes shipping insurance. KWI adds insurance to all shipped clutches.
Payment and Shipping: Pay the final invoice, and once it's settled, your clutches will be shipped out. Orders paid before 2 pm will typically be shipped on the same day.
What could cause difficult shifting between gears (P, R, N, H, L) in my X3, and how can I address it?
Diagnosing the issue with your X3 properly is important to determine the best course of action. Here are a few possible causes for the hard shifting between gears:
Clutch misalignment: The belt could be touching or very close to one of the primary sheaves at idle due to a factory misalignment. This issue can sometimes be masked by the weak factory clutch calibration. To resolve this, you can have BRP replace the clutches under warranty or send your clutches to a specialist like KWI for the Full Float Mod, which will allow you to adjust the alignment and prevent future issues.
Damaged primary clutch bearing: If the bearing is not spinning smoothly or has seized on the shaft, it can drag the belt and spin the secondary, causing hard shifting. In this case, the bearing will need to be replaced.
Damaged or broken secondary clutch rollers: This can also cause hard shifting. If you send your clutches in for the Full Float Mod, upgraded rollers can be installed to prevent this issue. Alternatively, you can replace the rollers using parts from specialists like KWI.
If you have the KWI Float Mod verify all Float Mod spring, billet spacer, shims are installed correctly per the instructions below.
Secondary clutch grease or dirty gearbox shaft issue: If you have KWI Full Floating clutches and hard shifting occurs, it may be because the clutch is not sliding freely on the gearbox input shaft due to rust/dirt or a lack of grease. To address this, remove the clutch from the splined shaft, remove any and all rust, dirt and grease from the shaft, clean and re-grease the splines and shaft with good quality MOLY or CV grease and then reinstall.
PD Update: Additionally, if you're experiencing hard shifting issues, consider upgrading to the KWI PD Update. This update is specifically designed to address sticking problems in the PDrive clutch, ensuring smoother shifting and improved performance. Consult with a professional mechanic or contact KWI for more information on integrating the PD Update into your clutch system.
It's always a good idea to consult a professional mechanic to accurately diagnose and fix the issue. Proper maintenance of your vehicle's transmission and clutch system will help ensure smooth shifting and prolong the life of these components