Ive always wondered what percentage of bikes that are higher mileage (50,000+) and have not had issues with the compensator. I know that some don't have issues and some guys go through 3 in 10-20K miles. There must be something that is a common denominator in the latter group that has not yet been identified. Crappy metal, poor design, and lack of lubrication would apply to all, yet 100% of bikes don't run through them like a case of oil. Just wondering....

 

I have 48k on my Ultra and just had to replace it.......
Rides like a new bike afterwards though, didn't realize
how bad it actually was.

 

I bet you had a lot of slop in your drive train too.

2010 Limited with some stuff!!

 

answers would be dependent on model year and motor I think.

My Evo comps are still truckin along no problem.

Mike

 

Just over 41,000 on my 2011 Street Glide, and still on the factory original compensator.

 

See, thats what i'm talking about. What is different about RollaMo, and guys who can't get 5000 miles out of one.

 

i only have 22K on my 11 sg and replaced my comp,primary chain adjuster and transmission bearing. the chain adjuster ratched up to tight and took out trans bearing and the comp was showing signs of wear. im running a stg2 103 with all SE parts.

 

I had an 07 Road King with 50,000 miles on it when it needed a new compensator and main transmission bearing. I traded it in on a new Limited instead of paying for the repairs (est $1700 with 50k service). Much happier with the Limited

Question, what does the compensator do? I'm not that mechanical. I can change the oil and replace voltage regulator, etc. but I stay out of the engine and tranny.

 

I wondered the same thing. Forums are always full of the people that have all the problems that get posted for the public to see. But what about the thousands of touring bikes that never experience premature comp failure. I do agree that it is a poorly designed part for the long run, but there are lots of variables that will wear the comp out faster than normal. I often wonder if many of the premature failures have a lot to do with personal riding styles. The comp is ultimately wear item that eventually needs maintenence. It's a poorly lubricated item and it's metal on metal design wears out.

 

I don't see why harley won't change the design 9f the comp to a 4 spoke gear and 4 cam ramps. This would give more surface area for the comp to spread working forces out to reduce wear. Or ditch the comp for a solid gear set and design a new clutch pack with a spring dampening system much like the clutch in a car