30t. engine sprocket
Thread Starter
|
Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 560
Likes: 0
From: So. California
30t. engine sprocket
I am thinking of changing to a 30t. in my '08 FLHX, what is the disadvantage of changing this gear ? What is the process of the install on the gear ? Does it change anything with the Warranty? Cost ? Part #'s for gear, belt, etc.? Thanks for the help in advance... Shaun
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 28,514
Likes: 3,951
From: Vermont
You can change either the compensator to a 30 tooth with accompanying chain like I did and not have to change anything else, or you can do it on the tranny side and will need a speedo calibration unless you have a Thundermax and can compensate for the speed change
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 9,486
Likes: 4
From: Hico, TX (once home to Billy the Kid)
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
From: Indiana
I am thinking of changing the engine sprocket to the evo 30 tooth. What will the difference be like without the stock compensator sprocket? Will the bike be to jerky? What are the advantages and disadvantages for changing to a 30 tooth non compensated engine sprocket? Will any negatives be noticable while riding?
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 358
Likes: 0
From: Hammonton, NJ
I changed my 07 SG and installed Evolution Ind rear clutch sprocket. I chose this route for 2 reasons. First I didn't want to lose the compensator and the gear ratios would have dropped too much for my liking. Since I have a fair amount of torque with the 103 I could pull a taller gear. As for the results... definitely worth the work. About a 90 minute install and it makes a real nice difference.
Trending Topics
Advanced
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 73
Likes: 2
From: Manitoba
I changed my 07 SG and installed Evolution Ind rear clutch sprocket. I chose this route for 2 reasons. First I didn't want to lose the compensator and the gear ratios would have dropped too much for my liking. Since I have a fair amount of torque with the 103 I could pull a taller gear. As for the results... definitely worth the work. About a 90 minute install and it makes a real nice difference.
I've heard that there is a bit of modding involved with changing the clutch sprocket. Could you detail the steps that you have to take as this is the route that i would like to go with.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Southpaw Super Glide: A Left-Hand-Drive 1979 Harley FXE Built to Fit the Rider
Verdad Gallardo
Cruiser
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 215
Likes: 0
From: Queen Creek Az.
I am thinking of changing the engine sprocket to the evo 30 tooth. What will the difference be like without the stock compensator sprocket? Will the bike be to jerky? What are the advantages and disadvantages for changing to a 30 tooth non compensated engine sprocket? Will any negatives be noticable while riding?
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
From: Indiana
The only "negative" I've noticed is in stop/go traffic going very slow, the bike chugs a little as you creep along. IMO the positives outway any negatives. If you do alot of long rides where you'll be cruising at 80mph, you may like the stock sprocket better, the 30T kicks up the rpm at highway speeds but seems to always be in a better range any other time. Better low end grunt and much easier taking off from a stop.