07 Electra Glide starter Update
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07 Electra Glide starter Update
Well...My 07 Electra Glide Classic with 43000 miles was in the shop for 3 weeks for the wretched started grinding noise,,,,, CHanged the starter, wiring, ground, exhaust bracket (makes a ground)..Compensator sprocket....Grinding noise still there when the bike is hot....I will drop by the dealer to tell them that after a week the issue is still prevelent/....My wife says trade the damn thing....MMMM!!!! May i get a Road glide???? or an Ultra...I am disapointed a bit because i wanted my bike back like it was but...Dayam...that noise is ABSOLUTELY embarassing.....My buddy just bought him a New gOLD W....Naw i just can't go there yet,,,,
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They are now going to try a High torque starter...I suggested the SE compensator and they insist it is not the problem so i am letting them try different stuff under the $50 deductible.
Tourer
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From: Upstate, NY
+1 on the SE compensator! Solved my starting problems even with stock starter. Makes down shifting smoother also. The difference in the bike after this install is amazing.
Road Warrior
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I have seen several references to the SE compensator, what is this? Is it related to the IDS?
EDIT - figured it out, shoulda searched first...
EDIT - figured it out, shoulda searched first...
Last edited by sargek; May 5, 2010 at 11:51 AM.
Cruiser
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Mine was doing the same thing, checked starter , installed new battery, then I installed the SE compensator, now it works great, no more starting noise, shifts better too.
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Road Warrior
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What dealer is doing the work???
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FWIW I have the SE comp and shifting is improved, nearly silent and very smooth. The rifle-shot noise during starting is gone, too, but other than this I can't see or hear any difference in starting.
To the OP, did you have any grinding problems until recently? I have 36k on my bike now and would like to think I will have good starting in the future. I'll be anxious to find out what solution your dealer finds for your problem.