Compensator Sprocket Upgrade
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So you guys wouldn't recommend doing the Rev. Industries kit? I read that the its a huge noticeable difference. I read that the front wheel just stays up.
What's the advantage or point of getting the Screamin' Eagle® Big Twin Compensator $249.95? Is the tooth count smaller? Harley says:
"This premium compensator has been engineered with heavier springs and increased travel to support the high-torque output associated with high compression race and large displacement engines. Designed to support up to 7 times the energy absorption capacity of the Original Equipment compensator, this unit helps protect the engine and driveline components during harsh drag race launches."
....so is the only advantage a smoother ride?
What's the advantage or point of getting the Screamin' Eagle® Big Twin Compensator $249.95? Is the tooth count smaller? Harley says:
"This premium compensator has been engineered with heavier springs and increased travel to support the high-torque output associated with high compression race and large displacement engines. Designed to support up to 7 times the energy absorption capacity of the Original Equipment compensator, this unit helps protect the engine and driveline components during harsh drag race launches."
....so is the only advantage a smoother ride?
I see no mention on this thread about a THIRD viable option:
Clutch basket gear. I swapped my 46 tooth for a 49 tooth and accomplished a similar gain as the 30 tooth tranny pulley would give.
(Beforehand I was looking for the same thing the OP sought, but wouldn't give up my compensator).
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Where did you get your clutch basket gear from and what brand?
I found this 1 piece basket:
IT'S $1000.00! (it's nice, but way out of my range right now)
They make a 2 piece for $700.
It's the Evolution Industries setup. The RPMs at 70 mph seem much better than their compensator setup.
I found this 1 piece basket:
IT'S $1000.00! (it's nice, but way out of my range right now)
They make a 2 piece for $700.
It's the Evolution Industries setup. The RPMs at 70 mph seem much better than their compensator setup.
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Where did you get your clutch basket gear from and what brand?
I found this 1 piece basket:
IT'S $1000.00! (it's nice, but way out of my range right now)
They make a 2 piece for $700.
It's the Evolution Industries setup. The RPMs at 70 mph seem much better than their compensator setup.
I found this 1 piece basket:
IT'S $1000.00! (it's nice, but way out of my range right now)
They make a 2 piece for $700.
It's the Evolution Industries setup. The RPMs at 70 mph seem much better than their compensator setup.
It was around $400 back then, likely a little higher now.
Money well spent!
$700? Holy crap! That's almost double the price in a few years time!
-You indicate that you used a wire to mark the outside of the chain. Why is this necessary? Is it a positional thing since the compensating sprocket, chain, and clutch basket is removed/installed as an assembly?
-What did you use as a wedge?
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You should be real pleased!
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Just a thought... I believe that the 06 Dyna has a larger rear pulley than the 07 and up versions. Maybe somebody could chime in here and confirm this and if it would be an alternative to primary disassemby.
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Greatly enjoyed your write-up. I had what I thought was an issue in my primary a while ago and came across your post, but I had a couple of questions that you may be able to answer:
-You indicate that you used a wire to mark the outside of the chain. Why is this necessary? Is it a positional thing since the compensating sprocket, chain, and clutch basket is removed/installed as an assembly?
-What did you use as a wedge?
-You indicate that you used a wire to mark the outside of the chain. Why is this necessary? Is it a positional thing since the compensating sprocket, chain, and clutch basket is removed/installed as an assembly?
-What did you use as a wedge?
I highly recomend the 30t, if you take your time and read your manual it is a breeze, I plan to do a full alingment tomorrow night on my bike per the manual. I get a helluva wobble, at 80ish.