The clutch plate is linked to the gearbox shaft. Once the clutch is engaged, the stress plate is pushed away from the clutch plate and as a consequence disengaged.  The flywheel is hooked up for the motor crankshaft and rotates with it. A stress plate is bolted into the flywheel https://clutchplate14824.bloginder.com/33676861/5-easy-facts-about-clutch-plate-described