SE Compensator...Just Do It!!!!!!
#21
My dealer is stepping up to the plate on this one so hopefully it will take care of the problem. I will leave it with them this coming Saturday.
#22
But, I went ahead and changed-out my compensator to the SE version on my 2010 Limited. There was nothing wrong with the stocker, other than it was just a stock compensator. Lots of stories about guys having their compensator bolt "come loose" after the dealer did the work. That was probably because it was not torqued properly or torqued using the sprocket lock tool instead of holding the 1.75 inch nut with a big *** wrench and torquing to specs with appropriate red locktite. (initially to 100 lbs, then back off a full turn, then torque to 140 ft lbs). I used the "grind" method and did not have to remove the clutch or the inner primary. It was pretty easy.
The bike does start easier now. The spring pack in the SE is a real step forward compared to the stocker.
I believe proper lubrication is essential to keeping spoke erosion to a minimum. A good synthetic oil with good shear rating would be a fine choice for the primary compartment. Be sure to make sure the lube is clutch-friendly.
#24
Read more: http://www.faqs.org/car/harley-david...#ixzz1iLqA7B8E
#25
Yes, The spokes that the cams ride on wear away and make metal shavings. That's really not a big problem though. After a while it will quit makeing so many shavings, but then the fretting begins... The thing doesn't get the oil it needs and it will eat itself up.
Other than that, I love the SE comp.
Other than that, I love the SE comp.
37k miles and the bearing surfaces of both the extension and the primary gear are worn to the point of seeing a good inch of the bronze base metal at 6 and 12 O'clock.
On a $500 chinese scooter--meh, ok.
On a $20k touring bike - total crap.
Jus' Sayin
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#26
'audible loud knock coming from the primary chain case on each engine startup. knock appears to originate from the compensator sprocket assembly which cushions the drive side crankshaft sprocket and the primary drive assembly when striking each other at engine startup. many compensator sprocket assemblies have been found in failure mode and have been replaced with a more robust unit (factory installed on 2010 and later models) under warranty. failure in service could be catastrophic and operator injury or death could result. manufacturer is aware of issues but have not recalled any units for refit of upgraded component.
Read more: http://www.faqs.org/car/harley-david...#ixzz1iLqA7B8E
Read more: http://www.faqs.org/car/harley-david...#ixzz1iLqA7B8E
I thought it was kinda cool. Sounded like it was exploding to life.
So if it does make that knock, what is happening, and how long do I have before I need to replace it?
I bought this bike a weak ago, and I cant afford to be replacing parts on it already.
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O.K. So its NOT supposed to make that noise when it starts up?
I thought it was kinda cool. Sounded like it was exploding to life.
So if it does make that knock, what is happening, and how long do I have before I need to replace it?
I bought this bike a weak ago, and I cant afford to be replacing parts on it already.
I thought it was kinda cool. Sounded like it was exploding to life.
So if it does make that knock, what is happening, and how long do I have before I need to replace it?
I bought this bike a weak ago, and I cant afford to be replacing parts on it already.
#29
Don't feel like a pregnant nun.
O.K. So its NOT supposed to make that noise when it starts up?
I thought it was kinda cool. Sounded like it was exploding to life.
So if it does make that knock, what is happening, and how long do I have before I need to replace it?
I bought this bike a weak ago, and I cant afford to be replacing parts on it already.
I thought it was kinda cool. Sounded like it was exploding to life.
So if it does make that knock, what is happening, and how long do I have before I need to replace it?
I bought this bike a weak ago, and I cant afford to be replacing parts on it already.
#30