Compensator Spring
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2011
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From: Central TX
I had the stock compensator/springs in my 128 for the first year I had the bike. Previous owner had same setup for a year or two prior. I ended up switching to a Vulcan comp eliminator sprocket - had one on previous TC and liked it. I had no issues with eliminator, except a rattle at idle, so I reinstalled stock compensator and added the Evo Ind spring pack. My compensator was in good shape when I reinstalled. I did the heavier springs just to avoid some of the play that might cause wear. Have had this setup for over a year with no issues. Bike makes around 140/160.
Road Warrior
Joined: Nov 2022
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From: MN
@propflux01
I think I paid around $400 for the Cycle Rama Ramp. I didn't buy new springs.
If I end up replacing this ramp, the choice for me is to go with EVO and their stiffer spring pack, or study what needs to be done to retrofit the Baker balancer assembly. For me it's just easier to slam the better ramp and springs in there and be done with the job.
I think I paid around $400 for the Cycle Rama Ramp. I didn't buy new springs.
If I end up replacing this ramp, the choice for me is to go with EVO and their stiffer spring pack, or study what needs to be done to retrofit the Baker balancer assembly. For me it's just easier to slam the better ramp and springs in there and be done with the job.
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2018
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From: West Texas
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As for the Baker Compensator, we really like them as well and have installed many, many of them. I run one in my personal Road Glide that makes just under 170Hp and it's worked flawless. When doing research note there have been several generations of Baker comps, however the M8 units were completely redesigned from earlier versions (Twin Cam was updated as well). I don't believe we've ever seen an issue or warranty on a M8 Baker unit.
As for the Baker Compensator, we really like them as well and have installed many, many of them. I run one in my personal Road Glide that makes just under 170Hp and it's worked flawless. When doing research note there have been several generations of Baker comps, however the M8 units were completely redesigned from earlier versions (Twin Cam was updated as well). I don't believe we've ever seen an issue or warranty on a M8 Baker unit.
For $150 more than an aftermarket ramp I don't think the Baker is out of line. Especially if you put a spring upgrade on top of the ramp cost.
In your opinion, is the Baker quieter than the stock set up? My stock set up has a rattle sound in it at idle which is the main reason I was going to go into it.
Club Member
Joined: Apr 2016
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From: Inland NW
Man, the Baker would be my first choice, now. I have the early CR ramp, and will run it to death, then put in the Baker assy for the money
I run the heavy synthetic gear oil, and I am hoping that is why my ramp still looks decent. Time will tell! I might add the spring.
I run the heavy synthetic gear oil, and I am hoping that is why my ramp still looks decent. Time will tell! I might add the spring.
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Road Master
Joined: Feb 2018
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From: West Texas
Thanks Jamie
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2022
Posts: 151
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From: South, TX
Central Texas Harley Davidson told me when I stopped by yesterday, that they use the Feuling comp spring on a regular basis with the S&S comp ramp and 1275N clutch springs.
So my 24 CVO ST will also be receiving these parts prior to dyno tuning.
So my 24 CVO ST will also be receiving these parts prior to dyno tuning.
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Road Captain
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 657
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From: Lakeshore Wis.
spring
Late to the party. Sorry.
The spring from Fueling works as advertised. I have put in 1 in my bike and 1 in my friends bike. I used to double up,(spoon) the stock small washers for years to fix this. Every one I put in or recommended to my friends is still working for almost 9 years now. But when Fueling came out with this thicker one, I went with it. Having the same result as doubling the small belleville washer.
Hope this helps
The spring from Fueling works as advertised. I have put in 1 in my bike and 1 in my friends bike. I used to double up,(spoon) the stock small washers for years to fix this. Every one I put in or recommended to my friends is still working for almost 9 years now. But when Fueling came out with this thicker one, I went with it. Having the same result as doubling the small belleville washer.
Hope this helps
