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Old Sep 4, 2009 | 01:02 PM
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I have a 2009 ultra classic...took it in for 1k service. Now it has a slight jerk when shifing into second gear. I also feel it when in first gear and i pull the clutch in when coming to a stop....if this were a car I would think it has a bad universal joint.....I think they may have the drive belt a little too tight.... Any thoughts?
 

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Old Sep 4, 2009 | 03:15 PM
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Did you change to a different oil? Did they adjust your clutch? How much play in your clutch lever? Sounds like an adjustment issue to me...
 
Old Sep 4, 2009 | 04:36 PM
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You already have a thread regarding your problem. Take it to the place you had the service done. Tell them your problem. DA!
 
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