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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by lp
True. That would require them to put the Chain back up against the primary inner wall like it used to be and installing a starter jack shaft extension deal like they used to have.

Probably not going to happen because then they would not make all the money they have been on SE comps, inner primary bearings, trans main shaft bearings, clutch bearing, chain tensioners etc, etc, and etc.

The entire primary has been pretty much crap ever since they moved the primary chain out to eliminate the starter jack shaft. My opinion.
And that's why "we" don't don't have to worry about what "they" do.We just do it ourselves.



 
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 10:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Mark@ Baker Drivetrain
And that's why "we" don't don't have to worry about what "they" do.We just do it ourselves.



Innovation in action. That is what this industry needs more of. Looking forward to the introduction of this new design. Judging by the rest of your products this will be a winner as well.

I for one appreciate any company who invests the time and money in R & D to create a product to replace that something that does not last as it should. So a big thank you from me as a daily rider. I need parts that will increase reliability and have always found them worth the money.
 
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Hogpro
Innovation in action. That is what this industry needs more of. Looking forward to the introduction of this new design. Judging by the rest of your products this will be a winner as well.

I for one appreciate any company who invests the time and money in R & D to create a product to replace that something that does not last as it should. So a big thank you from me as a daily rider. I need parts that will increase reliability and have always found them worth the money.
Me too, I hope mine holds until this comes to market.
 
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 11:14 AM
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Mine was changed around 37000 miles.
 
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 11:46 AM
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Me too, I hope mine holds until this comes to market.
I am hearing around February or so. That is right around the corner.
 
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 12:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark@ Baker Drivetrain
And that's why "we" don't don't have to worry about what "they" do.We just do it ourselves.



Well, if your looking for test subjects you can put me on the list. After installing my forth Comp on this bike I'm ready for something that works and lasts!
 
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark@ Baker Drivetrain
And that's why "we" don't don't have to worry about what "they" do.We just do it ourselves.


how 'bout dat...doesn't even use a primary chain !
 
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 03:27 PM
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Yep, forgot the disclaimer "Chain not included"
 
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This was timely. The ultra just started sounding like a weak spring on start up. Was going to yank it a part during holiday. Might let it go till the baker is avail
 
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C"mon Baker.... If this comp is comin' out in Feb, how about some details...Or some sort of timeframe on the release of details. You know a pantload of riders are on the edge of their seats. Don't be like the tease bitch that gave us blueballs in high school... Hehehe
 
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