I have a 05 Sportster 1200 C and just recently it started making a metal hitting metal high pitched sound whenever I shift into first gear. It only happens when I shift into first and it kind of sounds like two steel rods hitting eachother. I was wondering if anyone has an Idea as to what is making that sound and if it is an easy fix or something I am going to have to take it into the shop for.

Dave

 

Has the clutch been adjusted lately?

 

+1 - I'd check both the clutch and primary chain adjustments.

 

Hello,

I know this post is very very old...But I recently faced the same thing.

did you find the issue or it's normal as HD is saying?

Thanks