Built for Drivers Who Actually Drive

Centerforce Brings American-Made Performance to Classic Miatas

New Products: Centerforce II & Dual Friction Clutch Kits
Applications: 1990-2005 Mazda Miata (1.6L & 1.8L)
Made in: Prescott, Arizona, USA
Company Legacy: 40+ years in performance clutches

For four decades, Centerforce has built its reputation on clutches that actually work not just on paper, but under real-world conditions where pedal feel, holding capacity, and reliability matter more than marketing claims.

Now, they’re bringing that expertise to one of the most beloved platforms in enthusiast culture: the early Mazda Miata.

The Miata Problem (That Isn’t Really a Problem)

Since 1989, the Mazda Miata has earned its legendary status through lightweight dynamics, balanced handling, and driving character that makes even grocery runs feel like back-road adventures. But there’s always been one limitation: the factory clutch.

Stock setups handle stock power just fine. Start adding boost, building the engine, or simply driving spirally enough to expose the clutch’s limits, and suddenly that smooth OEM pedal feel becomes a liability when you can’t reliably put power down.

Centerforce’s new lineup solves that problem without sacrificing what makes the Miata special in the first place.

Two Kits, Two Missions

Centerforce II: Street Performance Done Right

For Miata owners looking to improve over factory performance while keeping daily drivability intact, the Centerforce II delivers exactly that balance. Improved holding capacity handles mild to moderate power increases, while maintaining the light, smooth pedal feel that makes Miatas such a joy to drive in traffic or on backroads.

It’s the upgrade for drivers who want better without compromising comfort—the kit that lets you add bolt-ons, drive aggressively, and still enjoy your commute without a left leg workout.

A disassembled clutch kit featuring a gold pressure plate, metallic clutch disc, release bearing, alignment tool, and hardware components, designed for performance applications.

Dual Friction: When Stock Power Is a Distant Memory

Turbocharged engine? Built motor making serious power? Track duty on weekends? The Dual Friction kits are engineered specifically for high-performance applications where increased torque capacity isn’t optional, it’s required.

These kits handle the additional load placed on transmissions when power climbs significantly beyond factory specs, giving forced-induction builds and heavily modified engines the clutch system they need to transfer power reliably under hard driving conditions.

Complete Kits, Not Complicated Installs

Both Centerforce offerings arrive as complete kits clutch components, hardware, detailed instructions, and even a clutch adjustment tool. Everything needed for straightforward installation without hunting for missing pieces or making multiple parts runs mid-project.

Because nothing kills weekend wrenching momentum faster than realizing you’re missing one critical component at 3 PM on Saturday.

Key Features: ✅ American designed and manufactured
✅ Complete kits with all hardware included
✅ SFI-certified flywheels
✅ Multiple flywheel configurations available
✅ Engineered for street and high-performance applications
✅ 40+ years of clutch development expertise

Flywheel Options That Matter

Centerforce backs up its clutch systems with several flywheel configurations, letting Miata owners dial in exactly the response characteristics they want:

Low Inertia Flywheels – Reduced rotational mass for quicker throttle response and rev changes. Perfect for autocross, track work, or spirited driving where quick shifts matter.

Billet Steel Flywheels – Maximum durability for demanding builds where longevity under stress is non-negotiable.

Lightweight Aluminum – Significant weight reduction for the most responsive drivetrain feel.

Standard Steel – Proven reliability for street-focused builds prioritizing long-term dependability.

Every flywheel is CAD/CAM designed, CNC precision-machined for exact fit, and SFI-certified for maximum confidence. No guessing whether it’ll bolt up correctly or balance properly. It’s engineered right from the start.

Close-up view of a Centerforce lightweight flywheel designed for Mazda Miata, showcasing a polished aluminum surface with multiple mounting points and an SFI certification marking.

Centerforce clutch kit components including an orange pressure plate, clutch disc, alignment tool, release bearing, and installation hardware.

Why American-Made Still Matters

In an industry increasingly dominated by overseas manufacturing, Centerforce continues designing and building clutches in Prescott, Arizona. That’s not nationalism; it’s quality control, accountability, and the ability to support products with real technical knowledge rather than vague spec sheets translated through three languages.

When you call Centerforce with a question, you’re talking to people who understand not just what the product does, but why it’s engineered that way. That matters when you’re troubleshooting, selecting components, or planning a build.

The Enthusiast Reality

“These early Miatas have been a central part of the enthusiast world for decades,” explains Trent McGee, Centerforce’s marketing manager. “Our Centerforce II and Dual Friction kits are designed to support owners who continue pushing their cars beyond original factory performance.”

That’s the reality for most Miata owners: these cars don’t sit in climate-controlled garages as static investments. They get driven hard, modified regularly, and pushed to their limits on backroads, tracks, and autocross courses across the country.

Centerforce’s new lineup acknowledges that reality by offering clutch solutions built for how these cars actually get used, not just how they left the factory 20-30 years ago.

What’s Coming Next

While the current release focuses on 1990-2005 models with 1.6L and 1.8L engines, Centerforce is already developing clutch and flywheel options for later Miatas equipped with 2.0L powerplants. The NB and NC crowds won’t be waiting long.

The Bottom Line

Centerforce isn’t reinventing the clutch, they’re applying 40 years of experience to a platform that’s earned its place in automotive history. The result is straightforward: reliable, American-made clutch systems that let Miata owners extract more performance without sacrificing the driving character that makes these cars special.

Whether you’re running a lightly modified street car or a turbocharged track weapon, there’s a Centerforce solution engineered specifically for how you actually drive.

Because at the end of the day, the best clutch isn’t the one with the most impressive specs. It’s the one that lets you focus on driving instead of worrying about your drivetrain.

That’s what 40 years of building clutches teaches you.

Product Availability: The complete Centerforce II and Dual Friction lineup for 1990-2005 Miata 1.6L and 1.8L models is available now through Centerforce dealers and distributors.

Technical Support: 800-932-5882
www.centerforce.com

Coming Soon: Clutch and flywheel options for 2.0L Miata applications currently in development.

About Centerforce
A division of Midway Industries, Centerforce is an award-winning manufacturer of performance clutches and flywheels. The Centerforce brand has earned a well-deserved reputation for reliability, quality and durability, where superior clutch performance and easy operation are mandatory. Continuous product development has earned Centerforce many U.S. and international patents. Based in Prescott, Arizona, Centerforce currently offers more than 1,600 non-asbestos clutch, pressure-plate and flywheel applications for performance cars, trucks, SUVs and hot rods.