How To, Harley Davidson Road King Compensator $40 Fix.

How To, Harley Davidson Road King Compensator fix. Step by step on how to remove and install Harley Davidson Road King compensator and clutch removal. We replace compensator with one from Ebay $40 This is where all the noise was coming from.
Any questions just ask.
Tools Needed
3/16 allen head. Drain plug T40 torx bit.
1 1/2 socket. for compensator Torque value 155 to 165 foot pounds
1 3/16. socket reverse thread for clutch. Torque value 70 to 80 foot pounds. reversed thread.
Any questions just ask.
#harleydavidsonfix
#harleydavidsonrepair

[@trippontwowheels]

Another great how-to video by Rocco. Very well paced, easy to follow, and encouraging! Thanks once again for all of these. You have helped me more than once!

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Thank you for all your kind words and support TTW. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@Joe124100]

Great video. With the labor costs rising it is a big advantage to see someone actually take the bike apart and install new parts. I can see how people would be nervous about working on their own bikes. But, you really explain everything very well. Thanks again Joe

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your sub Joe. Ride Safe and have a great day.

[@ve9aa]

You're a great instructor Rocco. Love the videos. Keep'm comin' Thanks so much. Mike in NB, Canada (04 Road King Classic)

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for your kind words and your sub ve9aa. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@daniellshine7971]

Keep em coming Roc . More money saving advice Thank You !

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Will do! You for watching. Dan the man.

[@billmeloche4918]

All your Videos are fantastic...so helpful:)

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Thank you for all your kind words and support Bill. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@brandongalbraith7707]

I just got a 2003 RK with 85k miles, rode it across the state only to have my comp nut loose. With my limited toolbag and your videos, ill get it fixed and make my 400 mile ride home! Great videos and thanks a ton!

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Damn shame that that nut... Thank you for watching and your support Brandon. Ride safe and have a great day. Let us know how it works out.

[@jz9189]

Just so grateful being here, with Rocco's videos. I'm a rookie turned novice by watching and learning what he does. It helps I have the same bike lol. Thanks a million Rocco! Just wondering how to post ya a photo of her. The king's looking real spiffy.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Try [e-mail], Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your support J Z. Ride safe and Have a Great day.

[@mlunden11]

Hey brother. Great video rocco. My son is ready to do this on his 2010 super glide. Thanks again

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your sub Mjbb. Ride safe and have a Great Day.

[@wingandhog]

Saving this video (like most of your others) in case I need to do the same thing to my 02 Electra Glide

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your support OWH. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@johnnielsen5076]

Great vid Rocco. I use red Loctite 271 or 262 generously on both threads after thorough brake cleaning. Whenever I need to disassemble I use oxy-propane torch. Works every time no issues. J

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. I will keep that in mind. Thank you for watching and all your support John. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@SA-hk8xj]

So have about 35,000 miles in the original comp. Took the bike out today and started to hear the “noise” about 2 miles later. Turned around, came home, and went right to your YT video here as I use your tutorials all the time. To see what’s involved. Definitely can handle this. Just hope it actually is the comp. Figured it was worth the try. 👍 Your vids are always easy to follow and I appreciate the passed on knowledge 😉

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask, To fix your own bike at a fraction of the cost. Very rewarding. Thank you for watching and all your support S A. Let us know how it works out. Ebay is a great source for parts. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@-MrRichBiker1967]

Yes you're absolutely right It has to be the compensator same situation I have. (If you read my post you'll see)

[@robertbyerly3770]

I'm glad you're not working on mine

[@john0270]

I picked up a new to me 2000 fxdwg thats been stage 4 since early in its life last fall. I purchaced an ebay comp for mine, but what I did was add one of the springs from it to my existing pack. I already forget how I arranged the pack lol. It makes it dang near solid though... a bit of an experiment thats for sure. I will trial it for the season and try to resist inspecting it untill the fall. Was having some wicked hot start clanging and banging. the high comp big bore pistons should have had de compressors installed when they had the heads ported..... thats a big ask for that starter.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Let us know how it works out. Thank you for watching all your support John. Ride safe and have a great day. But it's great to do your own work. You're a winner, however, it works out.

[@homesickandwestbound4321]

thanks so much, mate. Dunno if I'll find one for $40, but let's hope!

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. eBay that's not how it works out. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your sub. H/W .Ride safe and have a great day.

[@-MrRichBiker1967]

Rocco.,. You're the man"stay organized, you can't get hurt".. Love it. I know I posted previously on your video, but I'm having that now compensated pack loose I have bottom and work done with cams and camp plate, don't think the compensator is strong enough for the work, it's collapsing at idle and wide open throttle The knocking is driving me absolutely crazy. Is it common for the spring packs to give out I can't upgrade with a better compensator cuz it's an '05 I got stuck with the year

[@TwoWheelRocco]

I believe the spring package weakens. But for most, it's the bolt that tends to get a little loose go back in there and torque, use some red Loctite so it's does not loosen. Thank you for watching and all your support Mr. Rich Biker. Where is know how it works out. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@randymccalla9995]

just would like to add a suggestion here guys,, if you watch the video at 14 minutes when the nut is getting the torgue..that is something that is sometimes not what it seems...after torqueing the clutch nut and chain tensioner, temporarily place the cover on with about four bolts and no gasket, then start the bike for about a half a minute, then take the cover back off and recheck the compensator nut, it will usually be loose again, after settleing in place,...which is the error many installers encounter, at just a few miles later. Happy starting !

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Thank you for the comment and all your support Randy. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@asdfasdf-fg5kx]

With all your videos you've cost the stealers millions! All I have to say is keep up the good work Rocco !

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your support asdf. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@gvaldezcurrie]

Smooth Operator

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and all your support Valdez. ride safe and have a great day.

[@CarlosGarcia-ls4hn]

Rocco, can this be done with the bike on its side stand? Is the floorboard part of the attachment for the side stand? I am afraid if I remove the screw for the floorboard the bike will come crashing down.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. No you will need a jack or a front wheel stand. There's no way to remove the hardware that holds the compensator in place floor board have to be removed. Thank you for watching and all your support Carlose. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@fredguerra4917]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. I was wondering if you have a link for the plastic chain holding tool? Tried to find one but I was not able. Is there a name for it? Please advise!

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask I will send you the link for that tool. Thank you for watching and all your support Fred. Ride safe and have a great day. Let us know how it works out. You're right it was hard to find, but this should work. www.ebay.com/itm/265356576745?hash=item3dc87c07e9:g:uVoAAOSwmhphY~F7&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAABANFf3h2KkXo4rXc5Lsk4KqQm3nofU%2Bs5Kv5attUstQdazv5Q9WJb5k8NHZlQtyw1KMgjuzVfDcESUS5FGGUxIZOtgTgMuLJQ7PhHm4CAA3ZLZuh7bw1QaHx76AqT%2BLw954H14GqPR%2FE4wGn9lWwClHCyGl4h%2BnPgK%2BaPZ00%2FqvAFzORbDYSTeVbIGdsnjtEB9ajRXURd%2FRsApY1nWXUYKNLtLcxwqvNBsTJikpIEGahz6EEnuhdPReJrBX334o4IQ4jNgD4LtyXSXzvS0SHEyrjM5FWM433NXLeZd5QiXgrWVydwLznf2JGK9kqj9rI7dPS9fNuAx0CAzH2unjQCpcI%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR5qAuZ7MYQ

[@-MrRichBiker1967]

Hey Rocco can you point me in direction with a better upgrade for the '05 compensator, I heard that BDLs are very high torque at low speeds

[@TwoWheelRocco]

I like hard drive for stock configurations .www.ebay.com/itm/204347779344?epid=239102470&hash=item2f9413a910:g:E8kAAOSwCb1kbpJd&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAA0LK0S2tEqX%2BLh%2FeOd8nokxdBq8fJ1IL2Ku56Ace4K7PzKCEpWDFVBVEpUhxqrUdOEkEhEEPAf24ugLooMxgLeIowMjJHNkCyVqbbMu1VkHWqaeRdblbV4Jie6jPWfxmQfYJ%2FNi83miKP9rG2ybO94WW8446OnGrrCYGE4qWh69RpKH9S%2BJfzFwgVDShiMYU0Uc0tLr7JCOf%2Bzo9pvFfTqP3HoubE%2BdIIKGbYkxtIWTpV7b7sB2XVA3alyRepp8FP54dINjvFhcG59mw8i6m2Dzw%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR6Kg0daYYg. Let us know what you do and how it works out. BGL looks good too. I was just reading up on it.

[@thejerseyj5479]

You're the kind of guy that all of us would like to be next door neighbors to. Also, you did a video a while back about compensater noise and it turned out to be just a loose bolt. I wonder, did that loose bolt perhaps wear your comp down even though tightening it seemed to do the trick. Is that why you're now replacing this part do you think ? Just curious and thanks for another fun and informative video.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

I think these compensators are a weak link. I did tighten the compressor probably three years ago maybe 4. now I have probably 40,000 miles on this bike now. When that happened I was probably at 20,000. It's just a weak item. Thank you for watching jersey J. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@thejerseyj5479]

@@TwoWheelRocco 👍

[@-MrRichBiker1967]

How true, I even offered to ship my bike to where Rocco is He's so good!! 😂

[@theone9564]

Nice Rocco! Do you have a video on changing rocker box gaskets for 103?

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Thank you for watching. Twin cams have the same rocker box configuration. I will send you this video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXjXiWlneLF1fdk. Let us know what you think.

[@jimipond9542]

Hey Rocco, just wondering the name of the wedge used in this video. Great videos love watching/learning keep up the good work. Jimi, from Australia

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your sub Jimi. I will send the link. Ride safe and have a great day.www.ebay.com/itm/304228098694?hash=item46d5686286:g:ciYAAOSwYVRhlG25&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAA8KFDe5ScdVhKrMatNstU4klcASrcyvY%2Frz9IjuJE8j9ETZvgbC83L2HrEaxYLRQBXjswQDTm3KvIiMbtJuRXC4hv2uV%2FM65%2F7bwCyqO9BdBve15BoElr1K2Gui1pAVVzLriDc%2BBz0PxZy1lwlDNZezZnp%2Fv%2FJHV8oCX9lKBDfIqjpZ4tXdTIdTX%2BPMBdIG3TK4AuHkvTK7PRB%2BqiZRLKqFTThjT0SeSsK%2Brusas5HMAJ55PuaU3bZDicG0AyPn3dtCEn4ohSKuvFoZPP%2F%2BIUxdVT73t94sZCDwLMnOLpl40dKzcXEz8xbbGyWWcX%2BXDiYg%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR6yt37_BYA. Hope this helps.

[@fcasera]

3/4” socket works great too if you’re in a jam

[@louis_costa]

Good morning Rocco!

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Good Morning my friend I should say Good afternoon. Thank you for watching and your sub.Lou... Ride safe and have a great day.

[@98chicagobears]

hey what have you heard about the baker compensator. and what year is your bike i have the 2008 road king classic. needs changing the compesator also. nice video.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. My Road King is a 2002 CVO. I bought a compensator out of eBay used with a return warranty and it worked out for me. As for Baker compensators I don't know much about. Sorry about that I would Google it and read up on it. I did look at it. They seem expensive compared to the Holly Davidson one. Let us know how it works out. I'm sorry I didn't have more information. Thank you for watching and all your support. chicagobear. Ride safe and have a great day. Google Baker compensator. There's a lot on it. Please let us know how it works out. It's a common problem. With all sorts of remedies.

[@JVee-xy3tl]

Hey there Rocco, wondering if a saddle bag guard kit for an 07 Roadking part number 49291-07 will fit my 2003 FLHRI Roadking. The site says it won’t fit but it will on an 05. As far as I know 97-08 are virtually identical if I’m not mistaken. Wondering why the site says it won’t fit my 03???

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. 2003 the tire size is 130 tire size. 2004 150, I think that's your difference let us know how that works out. Thank you for watching and your sub JV. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@JVee-xy3tl]

Cool, so the tire size is the only difference? Saddlebag guards should be the same from 97-08? I just ordered a set for the 07 despite what the ad says I’m most certain they should fit?

[@lqqkout4thedude]

Why use a chrome socket with an impact gun on the clutch hub nut? You're not worried about the socket cracking or shattering?

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. I don't worry much about that. Thank you for watching and all your support. Ride safe and have a great day. Never had one fail on me yet. They're not cheap socket to SK from back in the 70s. I don't have every impact size.

[@martincvitkovich724]

Gasgasinch==good stuff

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your sub Martin. Ride safe and have a great day. Very rewarding to do your own work.

[@noicemon]

Hi, nice information. Where do you get the wedge? Thanks

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help, I'll send you the link. I bought it on eBay. Thank you for watching and your sub Rick. Ride safe and have a great day. www.ebay.com/itm/265356576745. Hope this helps.

[@motoghost4636]

Great video but where did you buy the springs? Can u share the link?

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. The compensator was purchased on eBay. I'll send you the link. Thank you for watching and your sub Moto ghost. Ride safe and have a great holiday. Hope this helps. www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1311&_nkw=harley+davidson+compensator+kit&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_odkw=used+harley+davidson+compensator&_osacat=0

[@hankhamern5456]

I guess I missed you checking the chain adjustment? Other wise looks good.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your support Hank. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@ferdinandnovilla5151]

Is a bad compensator a viable reason for vibration felt at the food board? What size socket for the primary?

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Yes that is the vibration. Thank you for watching. And all your support Ferdinand. Ride safe and have a great day. Let us know how it works ou

[@ferdinandnovilla5151]

@@TwoWheelRocco did not catch the size of the socket you used for the clutch hub nut.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

@@ferdinandnovilla5151 3/16 allen head. Drain plug T40 torx bit. 1 1/2 socket. for compensator Torque value 155 to 165 foot pounds 1 3/16. socket reverse thread for clutch. Torque value 70 to 80 foot pounds. reversed thread. Hope this helps.. Let us know how it works out. Any questions just ask.

[@ferdinandnovilla5151]

@@TwoWheelRocco thank you Sir! Will advise accordingly on outcome. Have a fantastic day!

[@TwoWheelRocco]

@@ferdinandnovilla5151 Same to you, My friend. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@patrickclayton9948]

Not Sure why evening who removes the clutch bolt claims it's a 1-3/16 socket because if you use calipers, it's actually a 30mm. Yes 1-3/16 will work but there is a lot more play in it and it can score the head of the bolt,. the 30mm socket won't do that.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Just trying to help. Thank you for the update. I'll remember the 30 mm next time. Ride safe and have a great day Patrick.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Just trying to help. I will keep that in mind the correct size. Thank you for watching and all your support Pat.. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@kritiko]

👍

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help, Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your support DeeJay. Ride safe and have a great day

[@davidellis4416]

Just bought a screaming eagle kit, $500 Australian, the shop said 4hrs labour to remove an replace compensator and change the oil?, sounds a lot of time, do you need to be a mechanic to do this?.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Do your research and make sure you have the right tools. Not that difficult. Take your time and be organized. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your sub David. Let us know how it works out. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@carlburch4457]

What size is the nut on the back on clutch? Thanks

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Thank you for watching and all your support carl. Tools Needed 3/16 allen head. Drain plug T40 torx bit. 1 1/2 socket. for compensator Torque value 155 to 165 foot pounds 1 3/16. socket reverse thread for clutch. Torque value 70 to 80 foot pounds. reversed thread. Any questions just ask. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@carlburch4457]

@@TwoWheelRocco Thanks Rocco!, Other than the noise, how do you know the compensators actually bad? Because I saw where you mentioned it could be just a nut being loose, I'll find out tomorrow when I open her up.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

@@carlburch4457 Yes, it probably is the bolt that's loose, Open her up and take a look. Let us know how it works out.

[@carlburch4457]

@@TwoWheelRocco Hey Rocco, opened her up, I found the nut alittle loose , tightened her up, noise is gone great info video. Thanks , happy riding 😊

[@TwoWheelRocco]

@@carlburch4457 I'm happy all went well because it is an ugly sound. Shame on Harley. Thank you for watching it all your support Carl. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@Soloriderpowder]

Is this gonna be same thing with 2012 1200 custom?

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. What is your bike doing? Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your sub BobbyD. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@Soloriderpowder]

Nothing just curious

[@TwoWheelRocco]

@@Soloriderpowder Ride safe and have a great day. That's one of the best problems to have. Just curious learning. Thank you for your update.

[@Chris_p_bacon86]

Do you have the link for the part or the name we search?

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. I will send you the link on eBay. Thank you for watching and your support. Brambo 86. Let us know how it works out. Ride safe and have a great day. www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1311&_nkw=harley+davidson+compensator&_sacat=0. Hope this helps.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Thank you for watching and all your support Brambo 86. I will send you the link on eBay. Let us know how it works out. Ride safe and have a great day. www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1311&_nkw=harley+davidson+compensator&_sacat=0

[@mikesteele1789]

Remember were the long bolts and short bolts go.should always use new gaskets no sealer.a pain to clean up next time .😊

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Thank you for the insight Mike. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@Soloriderpowder]

U wanna show us how to do Harley servicing procedures for 2012 1200 custom, so I don’t have to spend $500 for servicing fee

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Any questions just ask. Thank you for watching and your shop BobbyD Ride safe and have a great day. I will send you a video, They're all the same. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYOkZ2ikl7Whp5I. Hope this will help. primary oil change video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJ6mfpKqjd2WZ8U any questions just ask.

[@frannava1488]

Was it a brand new compensator?

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. No it was not. This is on my bike to this day, with no problems. Thank you for watching and your sub Fran. Let us know how it works out. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@TexRangerx]

?? That was a use part ? Right . pre owned Compensator ?

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. Yes it was a used port off eBay but it's a Harley Davidson part. And it worked out real nice. return policy so you know they going to sell you a good part. aftermarket china parts fall a little short.. Thank you for watching and your sub. TexRanger. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@mikesteele1789]

The heading says 40$ fix? Comp free? 😮

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Happy to help. I bought the compensator on eBay. For $40. I ended up not using that compensator my compensator just loosened up. So I'm into this for a gasket, 1 qt of oil and my labor. Most times the nut on the compensator loosens up, I bought the compensator as an insurance policy in case something els went wrong. I still got that compensator on the bike to this day. It's just rewarding to do the work yourself. Compare this to if you brought it to the dealer. You will save some money. Thank you for watching and all your support Mike. Just trying to help him. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@mikesteele1789]

Gaskets and oil is 100$

[@TwoWheelRocco]

The dealer was $27 for the gasket and 1qt of oil. $13. This is todays prices. $32.35 www.ebay.com/itm/355021973072?hash=item52a8f56650:g:I9IAAOSwV4pk-Xfx&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAA0C%2FzwErLl0%2B%2FLuP7lJcWHGvcWZP9U9xyfe1fseIcnELhnzVyCw6yhen2a7gDSBOgq4cFHp1aTaiRK4AsKBsQ0%2FySg3T0sf%2FFpDB91jLVaCkj20n0ZnoplgFFAxvTF2d9nlZV1SmTc4TVTZHe435f1VRFdD%2BUi7EC0pwJ0kkjWgZGj53UlAFeZz%2F2WDkQasoLerIJFR5krDUTZbwsk5LRH3IghOYONKCtkT%2F4vn8GJwfU5Go5NuDjX%2F9Vbg1P97tWVU%2B62pOXTIlI3YECjewzohM%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR4LYh4LOYg. Hope this helps... Yes, can be very expensive if you don't do it yourself. And that's why I started this how to videos just to give some people some insight and some choices. Money is hard to come by. Thank you for watching Mike. Safe and have a great day. love those Road Kings..

[@michaelxwhite]

Impact gun on crank nut!?! Trash the bearings from vibrations.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

Just trying to help. Never had a problem 35 years experience. I guess I'm just lucky. Thank you for your comment and your sub. Mike. Ride safe and have a great day.

[@michaelxwhite]

@@TwoWheelRocco thank you for your comment, I've watched you for a while. I've read on forums that using an impact on the compensator nut was bad, but you've got years of experience. Thanks for your advice and all you do for the harley community.

[@TwoWheelRocco]

My pleasure Mike, Ride safe have a great day.

[@MiroslawKruszynski]

Thanks. GentlemanService

[@TwoWheelRocco]

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