I have a 09 SG, I have heard alot about the copensator going out, how do you know when there is a problem?

Thanks

 

aint broke dont fix it. Put some miles on it. when you get tired of the start up bang and the bang when you shift then it might be time to replace it. even though there are a lot of posts about bad ones most are fine.

 

You will know just by the noise it makes. I had 47k on mine with no problems. I think there is more of a problem with the 07's.

 

Mine, when I started it...there would be an extra "bang" just before it started. And when taking off it first gear with just a little clutch and not so much throttle.....there were about two extra 'clunks'....just before the clutch was out all the way.
Just didn't sound right.
If you hear this from the left side of your engine/tranny area.......could be the comp.

 

They bang real loud on start up. That doesn't necessarily mean there's anything wrong but it does mean that eventually it will crater when you're least expecting it. Mine wasn’t bad enough to get replaced while still under warranty but I have since had it replaced with a new SE compensator. It probably one of the best and worthwhile purchases I’ve made.

 

Just had mine replaced under warranty today and had to pay the price difference in the OE part and the new SE one. I only had the loud bang on startup with mine and there seemed to be excessive slack in the drivetrain when shifting. The new one got rid of the slack and the bang but it does seem to have a litltle more chatter in the primary now with the new SE. Anyone else notice the slight chatter with the SE?

 

Soooo, this might be a dumb question, but what is a compensator and what does it do? And where is is located? Were there problems with them on the 88's?

I have seen may threads on this as well, looks like it is mostly an issue on the 96" and 103".

 

no problems on the 88. stroke too short. its mounted on your crank and it drives the primary chain. It removes any violent forses that might destroy the clutch or tranny. Take a look in your service manual. Its in there.

 

Just replaced the comp on my 09, wished I had done it sooner, starter bang gone, clatter gone, and quieter! Even the girlfriend noticed. she said its smoother, and quieter! Also replaced a front wheel bearing, the seal had separated and roaring pretty good!

 

Began the proceedings to replace the comp. Bangs bad on start, feel some slack in the drivetrain, also when in 1st and come to a stop - if you rock a bit on braking I hear a bang. Not willing to wait for it to implode. Will have it replaced in 2 weeks.