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Easy Clutch Adjustment MethodTransmission,Clutch and Primary (Drive Train) |
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Here is an almost fool proof method for clutch adjustment. It takes the...
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Nov 19th, 2008, 02:30 AM
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New Family
Ride: 2005 Sportster XL1200C
Join Date: Nov 18th, 2008
Location: Grand Prairie,Tx.
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Re: Easy Clutch Adjustment Method
Hey glider will this technique work on a sportster that only has a spring loaded nut in the primary.So how much should I turn the adj. screw before I back it up a half turn. Its on a 2005 sportster 1200xl custom.
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Dec 22nd, 2008, 06:55 AM
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Ride: 2007 Sportster XL1200C
Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008
Posts: 145
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Re: Easy Clutch Adjustment Method
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I was puzzled that there was no lock nut but instead an hexagonal washer with a hole with two flat sides (see pics) and a spring that is compressed by the derby cover to keep the washer in place. The flat sides, matching two flats on the screw prevent it to turn. Also, instead of a hex hole, the adjustment screw has a slot so you use a flat headed screwdriver to do the adjustment. I proceeded as advised for the orher models HD and after tightening to touch unscrewed 1/2 turn, tightened the cable adjustment with 1/16th to 1/8th play 0n the lever and, touch wood, it seems to work fine. |
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Dec 24th, 2008, 03:07 PM
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Community Liaison
Ride: 07 Road King Classic
Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007
Posts: 11,626
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Re: Easy Clutch Adjustment Method
If it's an adjustment issue, it should help but they mostly all clunk into gear to some degree. Try hesitating for a second or so after pulling the clutch in before shifting into gear.
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Dec 24th, 2008, 03:08 PM
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Play The Throttle
Ride: 08 Ultra Classic
Join Date: Jun 25th, 2008
Location: Palm Bay, Fl
Posts: 188
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Re: Easy Clutch Adjustment Method
They pretty much all clunk into first, the best thing I did to help quiet it some was Spectro Platinum Transmission Oil for the 6 speed gear boxes.
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Dec 25th, 2008, 04:52 PM
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Contributor$
Ride: 2007 Sportster XL1200C
Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008
Posts: 145
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Re: Easy Clutch Adjustment Method
I love the clunk of the first gear engaging. It really feels great when the whole bike shudders as you release the handle. I wouldn't do whithout it.
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