HARLEY COMPENSATOR FIX

[@PaulVinberg]

2000 miles away from home at Sturgis 84th Rally Had a terrible noise in what sounded like my transmission. Looked up noise and luckily found Lyle's Video with how to fix my problem. I showed up the next morning and they took care of it right away 3 hours later I was back on the road. couldn't have been happier great price too. was able to stay and ride for another week before heading back home. Bike feels better then ever. Thank you

[@trekbsg]

A huge thanks to Lyle and this product. Although I had my compensator replaced with the S.E. compensator on my '09 Road King several years ago, about a year ago I started hearing a clunking noise from my primary when I'd let out the clutch, I thought it might be the clutch basket going out (over 70k miles), so I replaced it, and it was marginally better, but the clunking noise was still prevalent and after watching this video, I thought maybe this would help, and man did it, clutch engagement & acceleration is so much smoother and linear, I also noticed that when I begin to decelerate and pull in the clutch, the engine feels smoother, the engine used to shutter/shake a bit upon deceleration. A rather big gain for the price, I installed the part myself, so I didn't incur any labor costs, just the cost of the part, the primary oil & gasket. A huge thumbs up. 👍

[@sh839c]

What part are you referring to?.

[@trekbsg]

@@sh839c The compensator spring.

[@CharlesMurphy-q6j]

Lyle is the best mechanic to work on my bike. Took care of me two years ago during Sturgis rally. Completely sold me on using ATF in my primary. Incredible difference.

[@amberbali8881]

Just found this, great video Lyle. Interested in your spring. You helped an acquaintance of mine out when he had a transmission failure while riding cross country in 2023. You come highly recommended. I intend to stop by your shop next year when in Rapid City again to introduce myself. One thing, can you PLEASE answer the questions that have been asked here regarding the primary chain alignment when using the thicker, small spring?

[@floriandiefenthaler2553]

On my 103 TC Ultra limited with some 45.000 miles on it, The big Disk with the Hex and sprocket insert broke. I don´t even have more power, than how it was originally sold. Yet I think Harley Davidson quality is better, than it was back when the first Evos got delivered or even before.

[@61flh]

The timkens have a preload from the factory . It is important to torque back to specs when reassembling for bearing longevity. Ive watched people use an impact and overtorque the sprocket shaft bolt . Soon after they developed crank movement from timkens being hammered . I mean if you pull pusdhrods from the valve train you dont mix them up. Your bearings especially after run in are happiest running the preload torque spec.

[@amberbali8881]

For those asking about a possible alignment issue, it has been a standard practice for years to use a second, small outer spring run in tandem with the current small spring (not stacked in opposition). As Lyle states, the oem spring is 0.067 and his spring is 0.072, a difference of 0.005. I don't see 0.005 causing an issue. He explains that his spring has a 18* bevel and oem is 8* bevel. His spring is stronger and applies more pressure against the ramp but once installed is still only 0.005 thicker than stock. Understand that companies that make the stronger comp ramps will tell you to add a shim to address noise that may be incurred. I have asked Lyle to reply and address the questions as I'm sure he can explain it better than me but this should give some explanation.

[@Chancho66]

How do I get one of these springs? Thanks

[@brownboy6844]

Exactly what i need for my xl1200x.. Thanks

[@WyattSmith-pu6jm]

I like rekluce over Barnett but isnt it very important to.not use impack on compensator due to possibly breaking magnets on stator from vibration?

[@tricgix2949]

Hey there ..Great video. I was wondering since you put a thicker more beveled spring in the comp. Wondering if that puts the front sprocket out of alignment with the back sprocket? (IE: Stack height of front sprocket) I think you have the older style ramp from the 2016 models which is thicker that the M8s also. So yeah...would this make the front sprocket and chain out of alignment with the back sprocket. Cheers

[@tricgix2949]

So no response to this?? Pretty sure it's going to be out of alignment....

[@jmnt593]

I thought the same thing as I was watching the video.

[@-MrRichBiker1967]

yes, was thinking the same, he didnt even measure with a micrometer!! asap.

[@oldasdihrt5993]

That was incredibly helpful. Thanx

[@pjvandiepen6758]

**** Lyle, there is no link from which to order and the reference to Speed pros brings me to an automotive site. A lot of the comments below are facing the same issue.

[@TheFattiusMaximus]

Would a sign of a bad compensator include rattling/vibration felt through the footboards when the accelerator is released while traveling in gear. Also the bike slows down like if the brakes are gently applied. I checked all engine mounts l, which are in tact

[@d.sandell2555]

I'm with you when you use a stronger spring to keep the compensator within original design range of motion for higher horsepower bikes.. but does adding one stiffer / thicker diaphragm spring just transfer the movement to the thinner plates? Shouldn't all the diaphragm springs be equally as strong to spread out the tension?

[@guzzifabrication3448]

wish mine was the latter style compensator instead of the 2008.... much easier fix.... thanks for the video !

[@mikeleti3]

Hi, Obviously you shouldn't be able to turn the comp. by hand, but how much force should be needed to rotate up and down the ramp with a locking bar in place?? Thanks

[@MAHGlie]

I have a '16 Road Glide Ultra. I hear an intermittent clunk in the primary at idle. The clutch action is great, but when starting it's like it hits a compression stroke, stalls then turns over and starts. My first Harley. It has 14,500 miles. Compensator? I'm pulling the primary cover this week.

[@-MrRichBiker1967]

hey brother, great vid. do you have a stronger spring pack for 2005, the older style comp? it sounds like a 1977 chevy 350, with the 37 G Andrews gears, i have in her( 2005 15th anniv fatboy,silver,95; 1550cc) ok, ty in advance.

[@KevinClifford-y2b]

😊Yes the m8’s are much easier to tune,but they are still not without their faults and problems but they’re being ironed out gradually 😊

[@timothygillooly]

will this work on a 2007 heritage?

[@cholber1]

What kind of payments do you take?

[@GianDalBianco]

Good morning i am wondering would you ship to Australia and how much would the compensator spring cost and shipping

[@codyjohnson9828]

I have a 07 street glide with a brand new screaming eagle compensator and its still making a little clatter would the thicker spring take care of the rattling?

[@thadeusmoor3535]

I was always wondering why automatic transmission fluid was not being used in the primary

[@keeprollin8790]

What mileage should the ATF be changed?

[@michaelperry9323]

Can you do the same thing in a 96”?

[@bobloblaw2754]

What's the best cam for a bone stock 2011 FLHTCUSE6 Ultra Glide???

[@KennyDavis-j1x]

Do you have one for a 2007 Ultra classic and should I run ATF in it?

[@McclintockJoshua-hk1qd]

Hi I have a 17 sg when I accelerate or lift off throttle it makes a clunking sound would fix that or would I need to do compensater also. When I say clunk I meant it's like clunk clunk clunk. No issues starting or shifting but definitely something wrong

[@Twitch412]

I just got a 13 street glide and rode it a few hundred miles and now it’s doing the same thing . Did you ever find anything out ?

[@ryker4124]

I have a 2010 FLHTCU 96" and I get a quick squeak, just for a split second when I'm rolling down the road and let go of the throttle. It's coming from the compensator area. Suggestions?

[@Twitch412]

My 01 road king classic has a squeak and it’s annoying af don’t know where it’s coming from

[@miketowers291]

I like your videos my ? Is I have a 98 Electra glide it has a kick back when starting at times I this the same fix thank you for your time

[@00cjfjon]

Hit the show transcript link above for Lyle Larsons phone number to order the spring. Good job Lyle! I like the Transmission fluid tip. Thnx!

[@mikeleti3]

How/where can you order the new spring???

[@oldasdihrt5993]

If he ever answers you... could you let me know ,too. Thanx

[@ncautolink]

Which compensator ramp are you running?

[@LyleLarson-gp1xo]

I use the ramp out of a 2016 Harley

[@tricgix2949]

Hey there ..Great video. I was wondering since you put a thicker more beveled spring in the comp. Wondering if that puts the front sprocket out of alignment with the back sprocket? (IE: Stack height of front sprocket) I think you have the older style ramp from the 2016 models which is thicker that the M8s also. So yeah...would this make the front sprocket and chain out of alignment with the back sprocket. Cheers

[@paologiorgini9821]

Buongiorno complimenti. Mi manda il link della molla. Grazie buona giornata

[@paologiorgini9821]

Buongiorno ottimo lavoro. Mi puoi lasciare il link per la molla piccola. Quella che hai sostituito tu.grazie buona giornata

[@floriandiefenthaler2553]

Late Night V-Twin describes a torquing procedure and a torque of 140 ft ibs for the compensator center bolt. Minute 17:30 in kzbin.info/www/bejne/eojOdoyJeqekn8ksi=b05dIKSklWOugWi_ Beyond this, there are very many different red Loctites available. Somewhere I read the 262 is the one to be used in the compensator central bolt. I‘ve got 638 and think this is even more suitable.

[@John-yf6iw]

What is the part number for the compensator Spring?

[@LyleLarson-gp1xo]

It does not have a number. I manufacture it. It $50.00

[@stephenreynolds1651]

How can I buy a spring.

[@tricgix2949]

Hey there ..Great video. I was wondering since you put a thicker more beveled spring in the comp. Wondering if that puts the front sprocket out of alignment with the back sprocket? (IE: Stack height of front sprocket) I think you have the older style ramp from the 2016 models which is thicker that the M8s also. So yeah...would this make the front sprocket and chain out of alignment with the back sprocket. Cheers

[@LyleLarson-gp1xo]

There is no part number . I have it manufactured. They are $50 each

[@aaronelsea7760]

How do I order one?

[@lolospremiumfoodco.4681]

I'd like to order one please. Does the 2002 electra have the same set up?

[@bid0088]

hi how can i order one for 21 sport glide, how much for shipping to Ireland, thanks

[@tricgix2949]

Hey there ..Great video. I was wondering since you put a thicker more beveled spring in the comp. Wondering if that puts the front sprocket out of alignment with the back sprocket? (IE: Stack height of front sprocket) I think you have the older style ramp from the 2016 models which is thicker that the M8s also. So yeah...would this make the front sprocket and chain out of alignment with the back sprocket. Cheers

[@thomaskarlsson8724]

Hello Lyle can i order one to Sweden?

[@Wolfsbane115]

I need me one of them springs for my Compensator, tried all sorts of methods to stop rattling, it always comes back, could you send out one of those springs, I have an address in Oregon

[@tricgix2949]

Hey there ..Great video. I was wondering since you put a thicker more beveled spring in the comp. Wondering if that puts the front sprocket out of alignment with the back sprocket? (IE: Stack height of front sprocket) I think you have the older style ramp from the 2016 models which is thicker that the M8s also. So yeah...would this make the front sprocket and chain out of alignment with the back sprocket. Cheers

[@johnsurgenor6291]

I can’t believe he didn’t clean the threads off before the lock tight.