EPI
Who Are The Clutch Guys? Meet EPI Performance
Known throughout the powersports world simply as The Clutch Guys®, EPI Performance — short for Erlandson Performance — has been engineering CVT clutch systems and driveline components from Baxter, Minnesota since 1991. What started as a basement hobby has grown into one of the most trusted names in off-road performance, with products shipping to riders and dealers worldwide.
EPI's identity is built around one core philosophy: a clutch kit is not just a replacement part — it is a precision calibration. EPI clutch components and kits are engineered for your specific machine, tire diameter, riding elevation, and terrain type. Whether you're conquering deep mud, climbing rocky trails, carving through sand dunes, or blasting through fresh powder, EPI has a kit tuned to match those exact demands. Their Sport Utility, Mudder, Sand Dune, Rock Crawler, and Economy series each reflect the depth of engineering that goes into every product.
Over 35 Years of Real-World Testing
One thing that sets EPI apart from generic parts suppliers is their commitment to hands-on, real-world validation. EPI engineers personally ride and test every machine they build kits for, dialing in performance across real terrain rather than relying solely on bench testing. The result is a product customers can feel — stronger acceleration, smoother engagement, and improved backshift that protects both belt and drivetrain over the long haul.
EPI's reputation with clutch kits naturally extended into a broader driveline product lineup, including axles, CV joints, U-joints, wheel bearing kits, suspension components, brake parts, and Severe Duty drive belts. Each of these products is built with the same severe-duty mindset: engineered to handle increases in power, torque, and the punishment of aggressive off-road riding.
Broad Compatibility Across Top Powersports Brands
EPI supports an extensive range of makes and models. Riders on Polaris, Can-Am, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Arctic Cat (Textron), CFMoto, Honda, John Deere, and more can find application-specific solutions across EPI's catalog. With over 1,100 products available, there is a strong chance EPI has a solution engineered precisely for your machine.
Beyond their core clutch and driveline offerings, EPI also provides a selection of CV joint boot installation tools and specialty tool sets designed to make installation and maintenance jobs easier and more precise — a natural extension of a brand focused on doing things right.
Why Riders Trust EPI Performance
- More than 35 years of CVT clutch specialization for ATVs, UTVs, and snowmobiles
- Kits tuned for specific tire size, elevation, and terrain — not one-size-fits-all
- Real-world testing conducted by in-house engineers on actual machines
- Extensive driveline catalog including axles, CV joints, belts, and suspension parts
- Broad compatibility with all major powersports brands and platforms
- Trusted by dealers, racers, and recreational riders across the globe