Okay, I had the 1000 mile service done this weekend and while pulling out of the parking lot, I immediately notice that the clutch engages after I let it out almost completely. Feels totally different than when I dropped it off. Also, when I start it in gear (clutch pulled in all the way of course) it lugs fwd just a hair as she starts to turn over.

Did the dealership adjust it a little too much, or is that the way it should be?

This is my first HD so I am still learning the ropes of the big V-Twin.

Thanks-

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Mine feels the same way after the dealer adjusts it. Every time I question it... every time they tell me it is set to spec.
I have had two dealers set it the same way, so I guess it is to spec.

 

buy a manual and dont let them put there dick skinners on your bike again . thats the best adjustment advise I can give.

 

I me dealer threw in the 1k service. They did the same thing. When I got home I adjusted it correctly.

 

After much research on this site and the service manual I did my 1k service myself. I adjusted the clutch myself and it feels good. Surprisingly easy via the service manual for a 1st timer. I know understand how the cable and adjustments work and can fine tune myself.

 

Mine engages just about half way out. If it's engaging near the end, while pulling a hill at around 30 MPH, put it in 5th or 6th, crank it on and see if it will slip. If the engine lugs down, the clutch is likely adjusted OK, but different than before. If it slips, then its way out.

 

get a manual, and git er done!

 

With the clutch out there should be some play on the cable at the lever. Grab the cable and pull it away from the lever. There should be a little gap. like the thickness of a nickle. I don't have my manual in front of me, but that is my recollection.
Also when my Dyna is in gear and I pull the clutch in and hit the starter, I feel a very slight lugging forward. I know my clutch is adjusted. It is so minor it doesn't bother me. Plus I try to start in neutral.
Plus 1 on get a manual.

 

get a manual. you will have the satisfaction of knowing its done right and the money you save can go towards mods or gas

 

Clutch cable ferrule shouldhave a1/16"-1/8" gap where it goes into the lever.