08 Ultra with Hard Loud shifting all gears

Vibratinharley · Apr 22nd, 2008, 06:50 PM

Today on my return trip from 180 mile ride to the western part of PA, my transmission started shifting hard and with a loud clunk in every gear. I am so reluctant to take this back to dealer to have them tell me they can't find anything wrong like the last time I dropped it off with fuel smell and trans hard shifting concern. ( yep, was there before but really worse now). I even flat shifted it a couple of times hoping to break it so they would be able to find the problem easier. ( I know this is not right but anger management not working) Anybody having similar issues with their 08 6 speed? What could be causing this? Bike has 3400 miles on it....

glider · Apr 22nd, 2008, 06:57 PM

Did you check the obvious like the trans oil to make sure it's full?

Is it banging harder than before? They generally do make a clunk into most every gear, louder than normal?

How about adjusting the clutch? That's the number one reason for shifting problems.

~~Fisher~~ · Apr 22nd, 2008, 11:45 PM

Are you using Syn3?In my experience Formula plus makes the trannys happier.The fourth/fifth whine is much quieter and hot shifting is better.

Bluesssman · Apr 23rd, 2008, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Fisher

Are you using Syn3?In my experience Formula plus makes the trannys happier.The fourth/fifth whine is much quieter and hot shifting is better.

Since we are on that discussion, I would suggest a gear lub for the transmission.

Vibratinharley · Apr 23rd, 2008, 10:38 AM

I am using Pure Synthetic gear lube called severe gear by Amsoil in the transmission. The primary seems to be noisy so I am wondering, Will the primary chain make it harder to shift if it is too loose? or too tight? I know it has self adjuster but it seemed as if the hotter the bike got, the worse and louder the shifting was.

What I use;

glider · Apr 23rd, 2008, 11:01 AM

I see your choice is rated at 75-110, most gear lubes I have used are 75-140.While the 75-110 may be OK, Why not try a different brand/weight like the 75-140 in a quality name brand . It's only one quart we're talking about here and may show you a difference in shifting.

Vibratinharley · Apr 23rd, 2008, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glider

I see your choice is rated at 75-110, most gear lubes I have used are 75-140.While the 75-110 may be OK, Why not try a different brand/weight like the 75-140 in a quality name brand . It's only one quart we're talking about here and may show you a difference in shifting.

What do you use? I remember you saying something about I think it was spectrum? What about the new stuff for 6 speed boxes? I wouldn't mind changing oils as I like Amsoil but didn't really care for this as much as their other oils.

glider · Apr 23rd, 2008, 12:42 PM

I use the Spectro platinum for 6 speeds, that or redline shockproof heavy will do fine.

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mqhybrid · May 1st, 2008, 07:23 PM

i think there is a change up to there rear sporket threw harley for that noise.
im sure i saw it in a mag amercian iron. march edition

glider · May 1st, 2008, 07:41 PM

If you are talking about the IDS pulley, that comes from the factory on the 08's, it's on this bike already.

Apr 22nd, 2008, 06:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
Vibratinharley Contributor$ Ride: 2008 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic Join Date: Aug 18th, 2007 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 402 My Mood:	08 Ultra with Hard Loud shifting all gears Today on my return trip from 180 mile ride to the western part of PA, my transmission started shifting hard and with a loud clunk in every gear. I am so reluctant to take this back to dealer to have them tell me they can't find anything wrong like the last time I dropped it off with fuel smell and trans hard shifting concern. ( yep, was there before but really worse now). I even flat shifted it a couple of times hoping to break it so they would be able to find the problem easier. ( I know this is not right but anger management not working) Anybody having similar issues with their 08 6 speed? What could be causing this? Bike has 3400 miles on it.... __________________ 2008 Ultra Classic in all crashed up dark blue pearl Stock Induction, Stock Exhaust, Xied's and Alloy Art Touring XR Stabilizer (Wobble Fix) No good deed goes unpunished!

Apr 22nd, 2008, 06:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 11,626 My Mood:	Re: 08 Ultra with Hard Loud shifting all gears Did you check the obvious like the trans oil to make sure it's full? Is it banging harder than before? They generally do make a clunk into most every gear, louder than normal? How about adjusting the clutch? That's the number one reason for shifting problems. __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

Apr 22nd, 2008, 11:45 PM	#3 (permalink)
~~Fisher~~ Account Removed Ride: 1981 FLH Shovel Join Date: Apr 21st, 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 365 My Mood:	Re: 08 Ultra with Hard Loud shifting all gears Are you using Syn3?In my experience Formula plus makes the trannys happier.The fourth/fifth whine is much quieter and hot shifting is better.

Apr 23rd, 2008, 10:38 AM	#5 (permalink)
Vibratinharley Contributor$ Ride: 2008 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic Join Date: Aug 18th, 2007 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 402 My Mood:	Re: 08 Ultra with Hard Loud shifting all gears I am using Pure Synthetic gear lube called severe gear by Amsoil in the transmission. The primary seems to be noisy so I am wondering, Will the primary chain make it harder to shift if it is too loose? or too tight? I know it has self adjuster but it seemed as if the hotter the bike got, the worse and louder the shifting was. What I use; __________________ 2008 Ultra Classic in all crashed up dark blue pearl Stock Induction, Stock Exhaust, Xied's and Alloy Art Touring XR Stabilizer (Wobble Fix) No good deed goes unpunished!

Apr 23rd, 2008, 11:01 AM	#6 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 11,626 My Mood:	Re: 08 Ultra with Hard Loud shifting all gears I see your choice is rated at 75-110, most gear lubes I have used are 75-140.While the 75-110 may be OK, Why not try a different brand/weight like the 75-140 in a quality name brand . It's only one quart we're talking about here and may show you a difference in shifting. __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

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Apr 23rd, 2008, 12:42 PM	#8 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 11,626 My Mood:	Re: 08 Ultra with Hard Loud shifting all gears I use the Spectro platinum for 6 speeds, that or redline shockproof heavy will do fine. Oil Suggestions For Harleys - Harley Davidson Community __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

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mqhybrid Warming The Wheels Ride: 2006 fatboy Join Date: Mar 22nd, 2008 Posts: 70 My Mood:	Re: 08 Ultra with Hard Loud shifting all gears i think there is a change up to there rear sporket threw harley for that noise. im sure i saw it in a mag amercian iron. march edition

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glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 11,626 My Mood:	Re: 08 Ultra with Hard Loud shifting all gears If you are talking about the IDS pulley, that comes from the factory on the 08's, it's on this bike already. __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

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