Isolated Drive System insall
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 1,280
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From: Matthews, NC
RE: Isolated Drive System insall
ORIGINAL: PhilM
Why is this so intriguing?
Is there some problem that was born with the 2007 models that I have not expereinced?Call me stupid, but it seems like a "fix" for something that wasn't broken and not only are they making $$$ on the "conversion kit", it's a perpetual revenue stream, as the isolators will need regular replacement. I can't wait to see how much they charge to replace them, while the wheel is off for a tire. I bet it's an extra hour labor to install a bag of rubber widgets that are manufactured for $1/set and sell for $59.95....
What am I missing?
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Why is this so intriguing?
Is there some problem that was born with the 2007 models that I have not expereinced?Call me stupid, but it seems like a "fix" for something that wasn't broken and not only are they making $$$ on the "conversion kit", it's a perpetual revenue stream, as the isolators will need regular replacement. I can't wait to see how much they charge to replace them, while the wheel is off for a tire. I bet it's an extra hour labor to install a bag of rubber widgets that are manufactured for $1/set and sell for $59.95....
What am I missing?
[&:]
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,416
Likes: 11
From: Lorton, VA
RE: Isolated Drive System insall
I don't have any issues with my 07! It rides like all hell. I just came back from three days of pure bliss on the Blue Ridge/Sky LIne. No problems with anything....
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Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 11,476
Likes: 3,001
From: Charleston, SC
RE: Isolated Drive System insall
So... I should not buy one becauseyour bike runs perfect? I don't get it.
If some of these guyswant to spend 216 bucks on a band aid let'em.
What I also don't get is some people trying to make people feel bad for buying Harley's fix for the problem.
What am I missing?
lp
If some of these guyswant to spend 216 bucks on a band aid let'em.
What I also don't get is some people trying to make people feel bad for buying Harley's fix for the problem.
What am I missing?
lp
ORIGINAL: PhilM
Why is this so intriguing?
Is there some problem that was born with the 2007 models that I have not expereinced?Call me stupid, but it seems like a "fix" for something that wasn't broken and not only are they making $$$ on the "conversion kit", it's a perpetual revenue stream, as the isolators will need regular replacement. I can't wait to see how much they charge to replace them, while the wheel is off for a tire. I bet it's an extra hour labor to install a bag of rubber widgets that are manufactured for $1/set and sell for $59.95....
What am I missing?
[&:]
Why is this so intriguing?
Is there some problem that was born with the 2007 models that I have not expereinced?Call me stupid, but it seems like a "fix" for something that wasn't broken and not only are they making $$$ on the "conversion kit", it's a perpetual revenue stream, as the isolators will need regular replacement. I can't wait to see how much they charge to replace them, while the wheel is off for a tire. I bet it's an extra hour labor to install a bag of rubber widgets that are manufactured for $1/set and sell for $59.95....
What am I missing?
[&:]
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 11,476
Likes: 3,001
From: Charleston, SC
RE: Isolated Drive System insall
Cool.. an IDS would be a complete waste of money for you. Go get some chrome instead...
lp
lp
ORIGINAL: casique
I don't have any issues with my 07! It rides like all hell. I just came back from three days of pure bliss on the Blue Ridge/Sky LIne. No problems with anything....
I don't have any issues with my 07! It rides like all hell. I just came back from three days of pure bliss on the Blue Ridge/Sky LIne. No problems with anything....
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 7,663
Likes: 7
From: Northeast Ohio
RE: Isolated Drive System insall
ORIGINAL: lp
So... I should not buy one becauseyour bike runs perfect? I don't get it.
If some of these guyswant to spend 216 bucks on a band aid let'em.
What I also don't get is some people trying to make people feel bad for buying Harley's fix for the problem.
What am I missing?
lp
So... I should not buy one becauseyour bike runs perfect? I don't get it.
If some of these guyswant to spend 216 bucks on a band aid let'em.
What I also don't get is some people trying to make people feel bad for buying Harley's fix for the problem.
What am I missing?
lp
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 1,779
Likes: 223
From: Northern California
RE: Isolated Drive System insall
I don't believe it would be a great waste of money. Nor do I believe there is as bad of a problem as some folk's believe. I think this mod would make a great running M/C just that much better. However, I myself would not install this IDS on any bike that has been highly modified . But for a mildly mod'd bike, I think it would be very benificail. I just wish someone could tell me if it can be installed on after market wheels. Putt
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Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 11,615
Likes: 50
From: Baton Rouge, LA
RE: Isolated Drive System insall
ORIGINAL: hojones
I installed the Isolated Drive System on my 2007 Ultra classic, so here is my evaluation of it. After the wheel is removed it is about a 45 minute job to get the wheel ready to go back. Instructions a very clear and don’t need any special tools except for a press. The large spacer on the left side of wheel is replaced with a thin spacer. Bolts come with lock tight on them. Unit seems to be very well made.
Putting wheel back on is a little tight because the large spacer on left is gone but with a little patience it is accomplished. Be sure to have the sprocket seated all the way because it is free floating.
Rode the bike and saw an immediate difference. The bike seems to have a different personality. The noise that was there due to lugging is gone. In 5th gear the compensating sprocket noise is completely gone. 6th gear I lugged the bike down to 40 mph @ 1500 rpm and it was quiet. I did this on purpose to see if the compensating sprocket would start hammering. It was quiet. Put it on the Interstate at 75 mph in 6th gear. It was a totally different bike.
In my opinion, this is the best improvement that I’ve made to this bike. At first I was a little hesitant because of the price. It is well built and most important makes a good bike even better.
I installed the Isolated Drive System on my 2007 Ultra classic, so here is my evaluation of it. After the wheel is removed it is about a 45 minute job to get the wheel ready to go back. Instructions a very clear and don’t need any special tools except for a press. The large spacer on the left side of wheel is replaced with a thin spacer. Bolts come with lock tight on them. Unit seems to be very well made.
Putting wheel back on is a little tight because the large spacer on left is gone but with a little patience it is accomplished. Be sure to have the sprocket seated all the way because it is free floating.
Rode the bike and saw an immediate difference. The bike seems to have a different personality. The noise that was there due to lugging is gone. In 5th gear the compensating sprocket noise is completely gone. 6th gear I lugged the bike down to 40 mph @ 1500 rpm and it was quiet. I did this on purpose to see if the compensating sprocket would start hammering. It was quiet. Put it on the Interstate at 75 mph in 6th gear. It was a totally different bike.
In my opinion, this is the best improvement that I’ve made to this bike. At first I was a little hesitant because of the price. It is well built and most important makes a good bike even better.
As for suggestions HD should foot the bill for '07 owners, I think they should consider a goodwill warranty for all those who complained about the clattering issues from the outset. I would be happy for a major discount, like 50%, as I don't think HD should profit from engineering flaws.
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Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Salem, Va.
RE: Isolated Drive System insall
I posted the to let some folks know about the product. I am not a Harley Rep, nor do I claim to know everything about a Harley like some. I really dont care if you like it or buy one. you can test whatever you want I could care less.