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Jul 30, 2006 | 10:42 PM

rotorhead

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Finding neutral

Hello all, I own an 06 deluxe which is my first Harley. I have been riding sportbikes until now and I have a hard time finding neutral, is it just me or is it a Harley transmisson thing. By the way I love my bike and it grows everytime I ride her, I only have 250 miles on her and cant wait to get on her again.

Jul 30, 2006 | 10:45 PM

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RE: Finding neutral

Give it a little break in time and if its still real bad go to dealer.....you should only need neutral one time a day when u put her away....lol

Jul 31, 2006 | 12:11 AM

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RE: Finding neutral

I had a hard time at first but I started to get use to that gentle touch to the heel shifter.

Jul 31, 2006 | 12:24 AM

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You definetly need some break in time. You should notice a difference for sure after your 1,000 mile service. Even the clunk will get a little better.

Jul 31, 2006 | 12:28 AM

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1400 miles on my softail 06, same deal here. break in and switch to redline shockproof heavy. best 8 dollars ive spent.

Jul 31, 2006 | 01:26 AM

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RE: Finding neutral

You will get used to it! it will take a while.

Jul 31, 2006 | 03:59 AM

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RE: Finding neutral

I've got 1,500 miles on my '06 Heritage and it is a lot easier finding neutral than it was when I first got it. Definitely give it some time to break in. It will get better.

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Jul 31, 2006 | 02:41 PM

KY23

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RE: Finding neutral

Also make sure you use the proper amount of fluid in your primary if you change your own oil. Over filling the primary can make it harder to find neutral.

Jul 31, 2006 | 03:55 PM

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RE: Finding neutral

I just bought my first Harley on the 4th of July. I've owned 5 japanese bikes before. I love my new Springer! I've got 1180 miles on it now. Yea, neutral is tricky to find. It seems easier to get into while rolling to a stop. Otherwise, I end up shifting to 2nd, back down to first and then lift up into neutral. I will have to try the 'rapping the throttle' trick too.