Clutch Alert!
6th Gear
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 12
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From: columbia
That's funny. Harley tried to sell me another one too.... I told them no thanks, I'll just take the plates! Silly... those plates were almost as expensive as ordering a full clutch kit 2 steel and 3 frictions cost me $100. Unfortunately, I need to get this back up as I do not get a lot of time to work on the bike so I had to just eat it. Unfortunately sometimes time really is money. Thanks for the help! I'll update after the replacement is complete.
6th Gear
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 12
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From: columbia
I know, that will probably be my last transaction with them. It really is ridiculous how much they charge. The other part of the problem though is that some of us still pay for it.
Another question: can i reuse the primary cover gasket? Or do I most definitely have to install a new one? I did order a new one from j&p but it is going to be a hot minute before it gets here.
Another question: can i reuse the primary cover gasket? Or do I most definitely have to install a new one? I did order a new one from j&p but it is going to be a hot minute before it gets here.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,898
Likes: 67
From: Saint Amant, Acadiana
I know, that will probably be my last transaction with them. It really is ridiculous how much they charge. The other part of the problem though is that some of us still pay for it.
Another question: can i reuse the primary cover gasket? Or do I most definitely have to install a new one? I did order a new one from j&p but it is going to be a hot minute before it gets here.
Another question: can i reuse the primary cover gasket? Or do I most definitely have to install a new one? I did order a new one from j&p but it is going to be a hot minute before it gets here.
6th Gear
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
From: columbia
P.S.
I am nominating you for smart guy of the week. After the test ride of course!
6th Gear
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
From: columbia
Well... Everything is good!!!! rode it yesterday for about 25 miles and no hiccups! The only problem is that now that it is fixed I need to find another project to start! Thanks again all for the info and assistance.
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 390
Likes: 9
From: WNY
I have an 04 Sporty. I had the same plate fail. I was riding and within 20 miles the clutch became very temperamental. At one point the clutch wouldn't disengage while trying to come to a stop at a light. Terrible design, but at least I was lucky enough to catch before it tore u the basket.
Replaced with the Barnett extra plate kit as the stock plates were shredded from the brass rivets falling into them. Got from a local dealer, did all my own labor. I was calling around to try and find the spring compression tool but couldn't find one. Indy dealer was nice enough to lend me his compression tool, stand up guy. I will be going back there when i am in need of parts.
Replaced with the Barnett extra plate kit as the stock plates were shredded from the brass rivets falling into them. Got from a local dealer, did all my own labor. I was calling around to try and find the spring compression tool but couldn't find one. Indy dealer was nice enough to lend me his compression tool, stand up guy. I will be going back there when i am in need of parts.
Tourer
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 466
Likes: 1
From: wisconsin
Barnett extra plate kit installed results
combo of extra plate kit and heavy spring pulled the adjuster right out of pressure plate resulting in
exploded basket
replaced with
no problems anymore, and the pull is easier
Last edited by Wi_Duker; Jan 12, 2015 at 09:19 AM.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,898
Likes: 67
From: Saint Amant, Acadiana
I see, the clutch was not assembled properly, just as I said. It does not matter what is the brand of clutch. You put it together good and it will stand, you screw it up and it will break on you.
Tourer
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 466
Likes: 1
From: wisconsin
Oh please enlighten me
Last edited by Wi_Duker; Jan 13, 2015 at 05:36 PM.