Rebuilt primary now I can't shift into 2nd, sometimes?
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Rebuilt primary now I can't shift into 2nd, sometimes?
I just replaced my compensator, rebuilt my clutch, new primary chain and tensioner on my 99 FLHRCI. Took it for a test ride yesterday and couldn't shift from 1st to 2nd, felt like I was kicking a brick wall. It will shift sometimes with the engine off, sometimes not. Could the new primary chain be too tight or do I have issues internal to my trans? The primary chain had a play in it when I reassembled everything. Just looking for some thoughts before I tear it down again.
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Just a thought.... any chance your shift lever is hitting something.... not allowing full travel? 
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You stated "rebuilt my clutch", I would probably check your work there first, be sure it's correct and then check for proper clutch adjustment.
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Clutch adjustment can be a little tricky. I had to do mine a couple of times.Now I can find neutral at a stop light.
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I would agree with the clutch but with the engine not running the clutch has nothing to do with it. I can freely move the rear wheel back and forth so there is no force on the transmission with the engine off.
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What?
If you are in gear with the engine off the clutch is engaged!
If you can spin the wheel in first gear with the engine off....you have a clutch problem!
Not sure we are on the same page here.......
If you are in gear with the engine off the clutch is engaged!
If you can spin the wheel in first gear with the engine off....you have a clutch problem!
Not sure we are on the same page here.......