Auto Primary Chain Adjuster
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Auto Primary Chain Adjuster
I have an 05 TC.
I am considering upgrading to the auto adjuster.
Is it difficult to install my self? Pull only the primary cover off?
How long do they last?
Is it worth the $$
Thanks MikeM
I am considering upgrading to the auto adjuster.
Is it difficult to install my self? Pull only the primary cover off?
How long do they last?
Is it worth the $$
Thanks MikeM
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Joined: May 2008
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From: Newcastle, Ca.
They will last a long time.. 100k miles? Never heard of one failing.... Some say its worth it, others do not. Not a big deal to check and adjust the chain tensioner every 5k miles. It encourages you to visually inspect the chain and gears. I would spend the money on something else. Something you can see and really appreciate...
Unnecessary. I have actually heard that the auto adjuster has been known to keep the primary chain so tight that it wears out your primary bearings. Adjusting the chain is simple. I have adjusted it on my 2002 once. Plus, as long as you have the adjustment window in the primary, there is not need to remove the entire primary cover.
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2006
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From: Portland, OR
I think youll find that on a new bike, the primary chain will stretch a little and thus need to be adjusted somewhere around 10K miles, after that, youll likely be good to go for 50K unless you pop the clutch a lot.
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From: West Texas Sandhills
I had one on my 06 Heritage Classic and ended up taking it off because it ratcheted up so far the chain was way too tight. I have the old adjuster on now and haven't had to adjust it in quite a while. Spend that $100 on something else.
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