http://hdforums.com/forum Find answers to general Drivetrain and transmission questions here. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:00:14 GMT vBulletin 60 http://images.ibsrv.net/ibsrv/res/src:hdforums.com/get/forum//images/kirsch/misc/rss.jpg http://hdforums.com/forum http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/448663-clutch-adjustment-new-post.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:22:41 GMT i am new to motorcycle world been riding about 4 months own a softail deuce was wanting to know... i am new to motorcycle world been riding about 4 months own a softail deuce was wanting to know does everybody adjust the clutch every time they change primary oil? ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch rodney123456 http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/448663-clutch-adjustment.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/448644-oil-stain-new-post.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:11:26 GMT I noticed today on my 2005 softail an oily stain at the base of the rear cylinder(at the rear of... I noticed today on my 2005 softail an oily stain at the base of the rear cylinder(at the rear of cylinder 2) is this normal or should i be concerned,its not leaking just a stain
thanx! ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch HERITAGEBOY http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/448644-oil-stain.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/448297-cometic-seals-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:28:31 GMT Anyone know of a place in Las Vegas where these can be had? Anyone know of a place in Las Vegas where these can be had? ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch 2kids3pets http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/448297-cometic-seals.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/448152-a-good-replacement-clutch-kit-new-post.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:08:40 GMT What is a good replacement for the stock clutch kit?

I run a 96" with SE255 cams.

two-up about half of the time, and I plan to pull a trailer.

I can get the HD kit for about $140 + shipping
Screamin' EagleŽ Performance Clutch Kit
it includes the heavier spring.

or I can get the Barnett carbon fiber kit with extra plate for about $156, but would have to buy the spring separately, thats another 23 bucks..so now we're at about 180 +shipping.


Is the Barnett that much better?

Other suggestions?
Thanks ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch HarleyWood http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/448152-a-good-replacement-clutch-kit.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447811-2006-street-glide-engine-or-chain-area-noise-new-post.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:58:28 GMT Has anyone experienced a clattery/knocky type noise that sounds like the dreaded rod knock in... Has anyone experienced a clattery/knocky type noise that sounds like the dreaded rod knock in theirs. With the chassis ears on it sounds more like its from the area of the front drive sprocket on the primary? It only has 7500 miles and had the 5k , the oil looked good although I just changed it to synthetic at 7500. ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch cmtbasser http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447811-2006-street-glide-engine-or-chain-area-noise.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447755-drive-belt-at-20k-new-post.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:22:28 GMT Pulled tire to have it replaced and I noticed that the belt had what looked like scuffing on one... Pulled tire to have it replaced and I noticed that the belt had what looked like scuffing on one side and the pully had what looks like a mettalic substance on the same side of the pully down in the grooves. The Harley shop was the last to adjust it and it is soon to be going back in. What do you think. ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch TexFordD http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447755-drive-belt-at-20k.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447674-getting-into-first-on-my-5-speed-new-post.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:25:02 GMT Whether I'm at a stop or rolling to one at low speeds, my 88" does not like to go into first gear. I did a cable adjustment and made sure I had approx 1/8" or so in play, lubed the cable, and cleaned out the clutch perch and lever to no avail. I have no problems going through the gears up or down; it's always first gear. The fluid level in the tranny is spot on too. Thoughts? ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch dirty1east http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447674-getting-into-first-on-my-5-speed.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447632-shift-shaft-seal-new-post.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:35:44 GMT Figured while I was in the area to change the shift shaft seal on my 07 softail. Not leaking but... Figured while I was in the area to change the shift shaft seal on my 07 softail. Not leaking but heard of a quad seal or something from Cometic that's better than stock . Anybody familiar with this seal and have a part # for the 07+ 6 speed?
Ron ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch rbabos http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447632-shift-shaft-seal.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447630-06-street-glide-grinds-when-downshifting-to-1st-new-post.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:34:22 GMT Hey all... I have an 06 Street Glide with 45,000 miles on it. About 2 weeks ago, I noticed... Hey all...

I have an 06 Street Glide with 45,000 miles on it. About 2 weeks ago, I noticed that when I down shift to first gear, the gears grind as if there are synroniziers that are not alining. All other shifiting is fine (up or down).

I have adjusted both the clutch and the cable, as well as changed all fluids and that did not make any improvements at all and the problem is still there.

Other than the above, do any of you have any ideas of what else I can check before taking it to the shop? This just started happening about 2 weeks ago so this is a pretty new problem.

I keep the bike spotless and do take excellent care of it so dirt in the wrong places is not the answer. I have serviced it every 5000 miles without fail.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! I sure hate to have to pay for work that I might be able to do myself.

Thanks so much for replying!

Flittermonkey ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch flittermonkey http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447630-06-street-glide-grinds-when-downshifting-to-1st.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447608-trouble-downshifting-a-stop-new-post.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:25:48 GMT 08 RG 25,000 mi.
When I'm stopped at a light or stop sign, I have to play with the clutch in & out some to be able to down shift from 5-6 all the way to 1st. As long as I'm still rolling it will down shift OK. Clutch seems OK. My warranty expires this Sunday. Do you think it's just an adj. or something bigger. ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch Cotton Hill http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447608-trouble-downshifting-a-stop.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447477-what-other-seals-to-replace-new-post.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:02:07 GMT I have a small leak at the shifter shaft so while I have the inner primary off to replace the... I have a small leak at the shifter shaft so while I have the inner primary off to replace the shifter seal what other seals should I be replacing. Anyone have a list and perhaps part #s Other than the obvious cover gaskets the only other two I see are #12052 and #12066... ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch 2kids3pets http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447477-what-other-seals-to-replace.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447318-newbie-primary-advice-new-post.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:39:36 GMT Hey everyone, like the title says I'm pretty new to motorcycles and the mechanics of them. I am not, however, foreign to mechanics in general. I've rebuilt car engines and other such projects. Now that the intro is done, on to the question. I purchased a BDL 3in open belt primary for my 2006 NT and need to know how difficult it would be to install it myself. I've seen a project build in "American Iron" magazine and it didn't seem all that complicated. Any advise on the difficulty level of this upgrade would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance. ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch NightTrick http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/447318-newbie-primary-advice.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/446859-stock-clutch-life-new-post.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:58:00 GMT I have an 07 Night Train (96 inch) with 31,000 miles on the odometer. How many miles is the stock... I have an 07 Night Train (96 inch) with 31,000 miles on the odometer. How many miles is the stock clutch good for? I'm pretty easy on it. ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch IGOTTASRT8 http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/446859-stock-clutch-life.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/446606-tc88-5sp-tranny-fluid-change-new-post.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:51:44 GMT For my 2004 RK, the manual shows a tranny drain plug on the right side of the engine oil pan. It... For my 2004 RK, the manual shows a tranny drain plug on the right side of the engine oil pan. It also shows a tranny drain plug just below the clutch cover. Are there really two drains for the tranny fluid? Why 2?

The manual also says to remove the clutch cover and add tranny fluid through the opening 'till the bottom of the clutch is wet. At the same time, there is a tranny fluid dipstick to indicate proper fluid level on the other side at the clutch release cover.

With all due respect to the manual, why not just drain the tranny flud from the plug under the clutch cover, and fill through the dipstick hole 'till the level is correct per the dip stick (bike level). Anything wrong with this approach to changing the tranny fluid?

Advice/comments much appreciated,
JR ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch JR-Boston http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/446606-tc88-5sp-tranny-fluid-change.html http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/445800-help-im-confused-new-post.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:21:19 GMT well what its doing is this, you take off rolling good shift through the gears cruise for about... well what its doing is this, you take off rolling good shift through the gears cruise for about 5-10 minutes, when you release the throttle, the bike holds back like the rear break is being applied and its not.then you shift down to cotinue, and from that point on it is hold itself back and will not roll, primary oil is good, engine oil is good, tranny fluid is good, rear tire is adjusted correctly, drive belt is not to tight, any suggetions as to what it might be?? ]]> Primary/Transmission/Driveline/Clutch jasper2820004 http://hdforums.com/forum/primary-transmission-driveline-clutch/445800-help-im-confused.html