As Nick mentioned, the 48T setup will give longer life. It may be coincidence but 4 times the longevity seems to be the rule of thumb.
If using standard parts is your favoured route then probably ST4S clutch plates with either a steel or alloy basket will give the best results.
The ST4 plates are alloy but have a broadened contact face on the tangs.
A steel basket will mean the plates take the wear, and whilst maybe accelerated over an alloy basket, will at least mean you only need change the plates when they are worn.
To be honest, 10k isn't bad for a clutch set. I know what you mean about the life span compared with "other makes" but a dry clutch will always wear quicker than a wet one and the V motors do give them a hammering, even without too much help from a hefty right hand
It's not very often a set of plates wear away the friction material before the tangs are mullered. You will be surprised how bad they can get though and still work OK. They rattle like buggery but still do the job...........ask Old Yella
