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Old Jun 8, 2015 | 04:29 AM
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I have a 2012 ultra classic, new to me...bike whines like it has a supercharger on it. all gears could this be the auto primary tensioner? just serviced primary, trans and engine oil and still there..running hd primary trans fluid..any thoughts?
 
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Old Jun 8, 2015 | 05:05 AM
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Yep, its a Harley!
 
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I have a 12 CVO that whines in first on decel only, even with the clutch pulled in. Had Syn 3 in there, was advised to get it out, so I went with Redline primary fluid. It has greatly reduced the noise, only have a couple hundred miles on it since, so I am still checking it out.
 
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My bike did the same thing last year pull your outer primary and back your auto adjuster back a couple clicks the chain is to tight. Follow the service manual on how to remove it then back it off and re install.
 
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How many miles are on the bike? Does it make a whirring sound while in N?
 
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