Texas Hopper
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I have ridden metrics for years and got my first Harley last summer, an 07 fxstc. Noticed it was 'bleeding' and lost a couple of drops in the garage. took it in for 5K check up and fluid changes and found that the oil came from 'inner seal' of the primary. They replaced a bearing, race, clutch assembly, and some gaskets.
Wife and I rode about 150 miles yesterday and I could hear a very high pitch sound almost like a wind noise and gear and/or rpm did not seem to change the sound. This being my first HD, I am totally not familiar with the primary system. My bike is still bleeding a very very small amount. every time we stopped I would check it with a gloved finger which indicated a very small leak. didn't drip in garage last night which makes sense considering the fluid level in primary. Could / would adjustment to primary chain perhaps cause a noise like I was hearing? I have already put Spectra GL5 for six speeds in the tranny which took which took care of almost all of the noise from the tranny. Had Performance+ put in the primary. Can't go back to dealer until Tuesday so this is sorta driving me 'nuts'
It has been my experience that oil leaks do not get better, they get worse. I would appreciate your input. I did get extended service warranty on the bike so I am not looking to cut any corners and am not angry at anyone or having a problem with the dealer (they have been great). I just want to understand what is going on and why. It is hard to go to sleep knowing something is not 'right' with my bike, I love riding this bike more than any that I have ever owned.
Thanks :help
Wife and I rode about 150 miles yesterday and I could hear a very high pitch sound almost like a wind noise and gear and/or rpm did not seem to change the sound. This being my first HD, I am totally not familiar with the primary system. My bike is still bleeding a very very small amount. every time we stopped I would check it with a gloved finger which indicated a very small leak. didn't drip in garage last night which makes sense considering the fluid level in primary. Could / would adjustment to primary chain perhaps cause a noise like I was hearing? I have already put Spectra GL5 for six speeds in the tranny which took which took care of almost all of the noise from the tranny. Had Performance+ put in the primary. Can't go back to dealer until Tuesday so this is sorta driving me 'nuts'
It has been my experience that oil leaks do not get better, they get worse. I would appreciate your input. I did get extended service warranty on the bike so I am not looking to cut any corners and am not angry at anyone or having a problem with the dealer (they have been great). I just want to understand what is going on and why. It is hard to go to sleep knowing something is not 'right' with my bike, I love riding this bike more than any that I have ever owned.
Thanks :help