Piaggio 3123097502000 Clutch Release Bearing – Porter 1.3 16V Up-Date (2009-2010)

This is the clutch release bearing for the Piaggio Porter 1.3 16V: the steel ring that, when you press the pedal, pushes on the diaphragm spring and disengages the clutch disc. It works every time you shift gears, so on a work vehicle, it performs hundreds of thousands of cycles — and it's the first clutch component to make itself heard, with that whistling or humming sound that appears when the pedal is pressed and disappears as soon as it's released. The code 3123097502000 is the original Piaggio Group spare part.

✓ Strengths

• Original Piaggio Group spare part, code 3123097502000 — same dimensions and preload as the original equipment.
• Steel body with ground raceway: this is the part that rotates against the diaphragm spring and determines the quietness of the clutch.
• Direct mounting on the release sleeve, no adaptations required.
• Restores clean clutch disengagement: when the release bearing is worn, the gear engages hard and the pedal vibrates.
• It is replaced together with the clutch disc and pressure plate: the labor is the same, and redoing the job a second time costs much more than the part.

Technical specifications

Vehicle compatibility

Who is it perfect for?

For the workshop or owner who has already diagnosed the whistling sound when the pedal is pressed and is preparing the replacement part before opening. This is the part that determines whether the job is successful: an inexpensive release bearing that starts making noise again after a year means removing the gearbox again, and the labor costs many times more than the part. Also useful for those who keep clutch parts at home because the Porter is the vehicle they work with and cannot afford days of downtime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it suitable for my Porter?
The official catalog provides this code for the Porter Up-Date 2009-2010, 1.3 16V gasoline, LPG, and methane engine. If your Porter is from a different series, send us the VIN: the release bearing changes with the engine type.

How do I know if the release bearing is making noise?
The typical symptom is a whistling or humming sound that appears when you press the clutch pedal and disappears as soon as you release it. If, however, the noise is present when the pedal is released and disappears when pressed, check the primary shaft bearing.

Are the clutch disc and pressure plate included?
No, these are separate part numbers. Given that the gearbox needs to be removed for installation, it's advisable to consider them together.

Can I just change the release bearing?
Yes, if the clutch disc and pressure plate are still in good condition. But if the clutch has many kilometers, replacing everything at once is almost always more economical: the labor is the same.

Should it be installed dry or greased?
The raceway that touches the diaphragm spring remains dry; only a thin layer of grease is applied to the sleeve and guides, as indicated in the workshop manual. Greasing the raceway will cause the clutch to slip.

How long does it last?
It depends heavily on driving style: those who rest their foot on the pedal wear it out quickly, because the bearing rotates under load even when it's not needed.