Compensator question
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Compensator question
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I have been reading all of the threads regarding the issues about the stock compensator. I have a 2007 FLHRS and have noticed what I consider to be slack in the drive train. I also think I hear some new noises (kind of like rocks in a can) around the shifter area. I am getting ready to change primary fluid and adjust the clutch and here is my question: Since I am draining the fluid should I go ahead and pull the primary cover? Will I be able to see if I need a new compensator? I am a bit mechanically intimidated regarding actually replacing the compensator but will I be able to tell visually if I need to have it replaced with the S.E.compensator? Thanks.
I have been reading all of the threads regarding the issues about the stock compensator. I have a 2007 FLHRS and have noticed what I consider to be slack in the drive train. I also think I hear some new noises (kind of like rocks in a can) around the shifter area. I am getting ready to change primary fluid and adjust the clutch and here is my question: Since I am draining the fluid should I go ahead and pull the primary cover? Will I be able to see if I need a new compensator? I am a bit mechanically intimidated regarding actually replacing the compensator but will I be able to tell visually if I need to have it replaced with the S.E.compensator? Thanks.
Last edited by bbflhrs; Apr 28, 2011 at 02:30 PM. Reason: adding pictures
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I have not seen this from experience but you may want to try the search function. I have read on the forums many times about the nut coming loose on the compensator. If you can not do it you need to have it checked out.
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I have been reading all of the threads regarding the issues about the stock compensator. I have a 2007 FLHRS and have noticed what I consider to be slack in the drive train. I also think I hear some new noises (kind of like rocks in a can) around the shifter area. I am getting ready to change primary fluid and adjust the clutch and here is my question: Since I am draining the fluid should I go ahead and pull the primary cover? Will I be able to see if I need a new compensator? I am a bit mechanically intimidated regarding actually replacing the compensator but will I be able to tell visually if I need to have it replaced with the S.E.compensator? Thanks.
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If the compensating nut is loose enough to make noise you will be able to turn the nut by hand. those require a large socket and a primary drive locking tool. you may need to remove floorboard to remove primary. either compensating or cluch is reverse thread i believe.
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If the compensating nut is loose enough to make noise you will be able to turn the nut by hand. those require a large socket and a primary drive locking tool. you may need to remove floorboard to remove primary. either compensating or cluch is reverse thread i believe.
I had an 08 with driveline lash. I checked, double-checked my rear drive belt and it was a little loose. Upon tightening the rear belt drive, it made a huge difference on-off throttle, shifting gears and simple steady speed cruising. Of course my starter still sounds like it's gonna get spit across the parking lot when I start the bike when the bike is warm (does not do it when bike cold), so I'm gonna remove the primary again and check the torque on the compensator sprocket.
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Thanks for all of the replies. I'm going to open it up and check it out. I'll also check the chain tension per the service manual. I did ask my indy about it and he said he has never run into this problem. Unfortunately I don't have anyone else (other than the dealer) to take it to.
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