Harley Davidson Forums

Softail Models Standard, Custom, Night Train, Deuce, Springer, Heritage, Fatboy, Deluxe, Rocker and Cross Bones.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Clutch feel

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
  #1  
Old 06-26-2009 | 08:15 PM
WoodsHog's Avatar
WoodsHog
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 389
Likes: 1
From: Mount Morris Illinois
Default Clutch feel
I just picked up my bike from the dealer.Had the 1000 mile service done.They put the Harley syn3 20w50 in all 3 holes.My clutch feel is totally different.It used to be a nice positive engagement,now its almost like it slips.Not when fully engaged, but when you let out the lever taking off or shifting.The cable has about an1/8 inch of freeplay.I guess my question is-did the synthetic oil make it feel that much different?Cause I don't like it.Anyone had this happen?
 
Reply Like
  #2  
Old 06-26-2009 | 08:20 PM
Brianc9876's Avatar
Brianc9876
Tourer
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 483
Likes: 0
From: Tampa Bay area, Florida
Default
It certainly didnt do that to my clutch when I put syn3 in all holes on my 1k service the other week
 
Reply Like
  #3  
Old 06-26-2009 | 08:34 PM
Chazmanian's Avatar
Chazmanian
R.I.P. BROTHER
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 3,076
Likes: 4
From: Colorado Springs
Default
It may be standard dealership procedure to adjust the clutch at the nut thats behind the primary cover when they change the primary fluid...

I would ask about that. Synth oil shouldnt change the feel of your clutch and certainly wouldnt make it slip or engage late.

Misadjusting that bolt behind the P-Cover sure a chit would tho'!
 
Reply Like
  #4  
Old 06-26-2009 | 08:58 PM
electricstart's Avatar
electricstart
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 1,825
Likes: 14
Default
That is why I like Redline in trans. Drag specialties in primary.You feel a difference when you use redline ,shifts smoother no more whine in 5th. clutch grabs better.Harley says syn 3 in all three holes though so you did right thing. Call service and see what they say. It is warrantied.
 
Reply Like
  #5  
Old 06-26-2009 | 09:12 PM
WoodsHog's Avatar
WoodsHog
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 389
Likes: 1
From: Mount Morris Illinois
Default
Chaz-I think you're right.It engages farther away from the handlebar.So maybe they adjusted it wrong.It felt alot better before.Do you think he adjusted it behind the derby cover or the cable? I will call him in the morning and find out what he did.I didn't really notice it till I was almost home.Dealer is 35 miles away. By the way I love what you are doing to your scoot!
 
Reply Like
  #6  
Old 06-26-2009 | 09:19 PM
VTwin-Goodies's Avatar
VTwin-Goodies
Sponsor
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 47,841
Likes: 1,952
From: SoCal
Default
Just readjust it on the cable until it feels right. I rode a friends bike who always takes it to the dealer for service and it was adjusted the same way. Simple to do.
 
__________________
Reply Like
  #7  
Old 06-26-2009 | 09:26 PM
SpicOfTheDevil's Avatar
SpicOfTheDevil
Road Captain
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 570
Likes: 2
Default
check this...
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/trans...-easy-way.html
 
Reply Like

Trending Topics

  #8  
Old 06-26-2009 | 09:32 PM
WoodsHog's Avatar
WoodsHog
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 389
Likes: 1
From: Mount Morris Illinois
Default
Ok-So the service manual says to loosen the cable.lightly seat the adjusting screw behind the derby cover and back off 1/2 to 1 turn and tighten the locknut.Then adjust the cable to 1/16 to 1/8 freeplay.Well I have that amount of freeplay.So what should I do?
 
Reply Like
  #9  
Old 06-27-2009 | 08:25 AM
tk353's Avatar
tk353
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 5,257
Likes: 6
From: Leander Texas
Default
Originally Posted by WoodsHog
Ok-So the service manual says to loosen the cable.lightly seat the adjusting screw behind the derby cover and back off 1/2 to 1 turn and tighten the locknut.Then adjust the cable to 1/16 to 1/8 freeplay.Well I have that amount of freeplay.So what should I do?
take it back as soon as you can. the person who adjusted it did it wrong.
 
Reply Like
  #10  
Old 06-27-2009 | 08:59 AM
WoodsHog's Avatar
WoodsHog
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 389
Likes: 1
From: Mount Morris Illinois
Default
I would describe it as a soft feel now.Gonna call them this morning.I will let you know what they say.Thanks guys.
 
Reply Like



Advanced Search
Reply Closed Thread Share
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 05:52 AM.