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Old Jun 13, 2011 | 05:09 PM
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hey guys,i got a 75 sportster and i can't get the compensating sprocket off.any ideas
 
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Old Jun 13, 2011 | 07:51 PM
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1- Make sure your turning in the right direction, might have left hand threads. 2- You need a way to lock up the primary chain to give you leverage. 3- Air tools work wonders on these. Good luck.
 
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