Bike in gear, can't move bike unless started.

zlaneb · #1 08-17-2006, 01:01 AM

Evening,
When my bike is in gear and cold (hasn't been started), I can not move the bike when I pull in the clutch.

HOWEVER once the bike is started and warms up, I can cut the bike off, pull in the clutch and it moves very easily, even though it is still in gear.

Question: Is this an indicator of a problem? All my other bikes (non Harleys, but I finally got smart) easily moved around with the bike in gear and the clutch engaged.

I'm riding an 07 Electra Glide Classic. Feedback would be greatly appreciated
Zlaneb

nine11c2 · #2 08-17-2006, 01:13 AM

Normal, there was a post recently where everyone on the forum tried this. The harley clutch is wet and it seems until the fluid is warm and clutch is wet, it doesn't work well.

Hackd · #3 08-17-2006, 01:16 AM

Doesn't sound right to me. I'd check the clutch adjustment/primary fluid level.

zlaneb · #4 08-17-2006, 01:21 AM

Thanks,
I have found the other thread and it seems pretty darn normal. Now I can quit worrying about it.
Thanks man,
Ride safe
Zlaneb

Hackd · #5 08-17-2006, 01:24 AM

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ORIGINAL: zlaneb...All my other bikes (non Harleys, but I finally got smart) easily moved around with the bike in gear and the clutch engaged.

What make you think you got smart? Just wait.....

I really hope you have a good HD experience, but my ownership over the last 13 years (and I've owned Triumphs, BMWs, Hondas) has taught me plenty.

I've now learned to never let my expectations exceed my ability to accept disappointment.

nine11c2 · #6 08-17-2006, 01:24 AM

No problem. Ride safe..

KBFXDLI · #7 08-17-2006, 01:37 AM

Try putting Redline MTL synthetic oil in the primary. Your clutch won't drag like that when cold. Go to www.myoilshop.com to get it. It's a $7 fix. My $.02. But it worked on my Lowrider...