What the hell is a "stage 1" clutch?
All clutches wear about the same rate when treated as intended.
So is this what makes it a "stage 1"?
It's really hard to beat the OEM clutch. It is almost perfect for normal use. What are you going to be using the vehicle for, and how much torque are you planning on needing to deal with?
What do you mean, performs better?
Less rotational inertia? More torque holding? More heat resistance? Smoother engagement? Quicker engagement?
All clutches wear about the same rate when treated as intended.
So is this what makes it a "stage 1"?
It's really hard to beat the OEM clutch. It is almost perfect for normal use. What are you going to be using the vehicle for, and how much torque are you planning on needing to deal with?
What do you mean, performs better?
Less rotational inertia? More torque holding? More heat resistance? Smoother engagement? Quicker engagement?