HARLEY Davidson IRONHEAD Sportster Clutch ADJUSTMENT DIY Installation TOOL

[@aronbechiom565]

Hey Slim...Peg leg Dave.... Thanks for sending Saddle Tramp that tool... Helps ALL of us !!! Awesome video !

[@melvinliles]

Love the ratchet strap idea...back in the day when I first learned how, I used my drive chain. Had and old bro tell me he didn't have a tool for the clutch plates and I told him "Don't need one"...he stood there the whole time in the driveway and watched me do the compression thing with my chain. All he could say is "I've NEVER seen someone do it like that.Cool"...part of the mistique that stories are shared about. Keep the rubber down and never lose track of your know how tools. Class of '73 FOREVER!...The Lion Head

[@ponyboy1664]

Binge watching your vids. This is a great demo. We all need a mate like Slim!

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Yes we do

[@jeffmorris739]

Man the right tool for the job is just a delight. Thanks Dave for being a giving person who cares about fellow bikers. Tramp, another well done video and I did learn a lot. My bike has 4 springs and is a royal pain in the rear. I need that magic tool for my vulcan.

[@120074]

Great to have friends who thank about us, great tool for the job !

[@luisantoniogarcia3438]

HELLO BROTHER, GREETINGS. I HAVE AN IRONHEAD THAT I BUY RECENTLY AND YOUR VIDEOS HAVE REALLY SERVED ME A LOT TO KEEP IT UP TO DATE.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Glad I could help

[@vincentvelazquez6001]

Good job on the clutch, this tool is easy to realize and very useful. One more step to the Iron head resurrection... Let 's see the following. Cheers from France.

[@dougschwarz6699]

Very interesting tool. I won't tell anyone that you read the destructions..... great Jams!

[@lisajohnson8566]

Thanks for another fine video sir. It's been a long time since I have done that on my 77 Sportster but now I remember that procedure. Thanks again and always appreciate your help.

[@DavidRobinson-mx6cl]

Wow , what a awesome contraption , going to have to build one myself ! I have a iron head also . Starting from baskets, boxes and a rolling frame .

[@Homebeez]

That is why I love this community. That is so great he sent you the tool to do that and a gift for the misses❤. 🐝❤

[@pastorbobncc365]

Loved hanging out in your garage have a blessed week my friend.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thanks for hanging out!

[@YogisCycleService]

Awesome stuff as always. Keep it rolling and stay safe.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thank you, Yogi

[@JerseyNickMoto]

Very informative! Thanks for the little crash course on clutches.

[@DieselsHOGVlog]

Home made tool $7 in materials, same tool from a major name brand tool company $399.00 Great video brother! Thanks for sharing ✌🏼

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Right? That's why I made the fork seal driver from a piece of pvc pipe rather than spending the big bucks on the "official" tool.

[@petechilton9975]

@@SaddleTrampTV same here

[@charlesmanning1851]

Beautiful.. She is almost done!!! Yeah!! Real excited for you bro.

[@thomasmarsh4508]

Thanks very much for this video i learned a lot. I just got a 72 Ironhead this winter and the only thing left to deal with is the clutch. You saved my behind with this one. Paint side up rubber side down brother 👊

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Glad it helped

[@engleharddinglefester4285]

Thanks! I'm doing an utter rebuild (top and bottom end and lots of PO Disease) to my 1972 after a one year hiatus and you're helping me get my nerve back up.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Right on, man!

[@rickwaldron4255]

No time like now before you loose interest all.together

[@merlk2437]

Went to Harbor freight purchased a gear pulling set and was able to pull out my clutch without problems

[@SaddleTrampTV]

That's pretty cool!

[@waltermijares6060]

Could you list the Harbor Freight part number?

[@joshuaclark9605]

I didnt use anything and shot the springs into fucking china

[@SaddleTrampTV]

@@joshuaclark9605 lol

[@jerryking1434]

Whats the part# for the harbor freight clutch puller/compressor...???

[@davep2322]

Great to see a biking community lend a hand, we have the same over here, you dont get that in car users anymore, great vid ST, god bless.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thanks, Dave.

[@FreedomRiderB3]

Love the vid brother. Thanks for explaining the way the clutch is working and simply showing how to service your own HD. The tool , how simple and how effective, Blessings !!!

[@edgarserna5042]

I just picked up an xlh1000 yesterday. Thanks for the video really gave me an idea what I gotta do to mine. Badass that guy sent you his own rig

[@johnnyblade9272]

Necessity is the Mother of Invention... Great homemade tool, made the installation so much easier than ratchet straps. Can't wait for the maiden voyage of Ironhead rebuild.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Couldn't agree more.

[@darrenallo5595]

The right tool always makes the job easier. The bike is looking good can't wait to see it on the road.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Me too

[@toddwingo2700]

Always informative, you have the coolest intro of them all to me, looking down at my shirt flapping in the wind sters my soul. God speed Amego

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thank you so much, man. That's an encouragement for sure.

[@KowboyUSA]

Send us some of that rain (right after I get back from ride) !! *P.S., slick tool. Over the years I have bought a special H-D tool here and there, but most of mine are improvised ones like that. Always cool seeing how someone else did it, tho.

[@GJM866]

Cool video. Looking forward to seeing that chopper run.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thanks, man. Me too.

[@OZARKSHDRIDERS]

Well done brother, that homemade tool was made just for what you used it for, again, good job man 💯

[@BeardOperator]

Just wanted to tell you thanks for your videos, I was lucky enough to just purchase my first bike, I’m about your age and grew up in a family full of Harley riders. I actually used a lot of information I got outta watching your videos In making my choice. I went with a carb 88 evo. A 99 wide glide that I wanna learn to work on myself. Everyone tried to tell me to get fuel injected or a new bike as my first but I feel like your advise of the evo with a carb was best for me. I like how easy it is to relate to you and your laid back unaggressive attitude. Most bike guys try to act as hard as possible all the time and some times it’s best to just be yourself. I hope I can learn more about working on my bike in the future watching your videos. Appreciate it!

[@rickwaldron4255]

Right on flat earth I'm a firm beleaver I'm old school carberater works fine for me and dirt cheap for a kit simpler is better electronic ignition fuel injection no thanks I'm leaving mine factory stock.every one had all kinds of goofy ideas to change this snd modify that put comstar rems get rid if the spokes ..no ay man Mines a 72 bone stock and its staying that way.except for the rake nothings ben touched

[@rickwaldron4255]

Flat..earth..I drive a shovel head because I want to.not to be cool or a hard ass prick I drive it fir yhe looks and the sound thsts it when it rolls over I GET A BIG SMILE BECAUSE ITS MY FREEDOM AND IT ROARS

[@charlesm3844]

I just got my 71 running, took it to the road and noticed the clutch cable was way too tight, hoping the last owner didn't burn the plates out. This video just saved me so much headache. I just got that same book in too. I'm ready to learn as much as possible from you.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Right on, man!

[@jerrybigrig]

😎👍😎 Whats the dimentions of that puller..??

[@clintondean3254]

Your videos are always awesome!! You’ve given me the confidence to do more of my own wrenching. Getting ready to replace the fork seals on my 91 sportster. Keep up the great work!!!

[@SaddleTrampTV]

So glad to help. Remember though... I'm no pro. Just an idiot with a wrench that has learned from hard lessons.

[@clintondean3254]

SaddleTramp You’re definitely not an idiot, by any means.

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

Cool tutorial! Thanks for sharing ! Home made tool pretty sweet ! 😎

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thanks, bro.

[@petechilton9975]

Spent time doing this a few times also. I completely got my 75 Iron head back together after a rebuild. Also redid the Bendix Zenith I was running. I was running Molly rings on a .40 over top. Well long story short. I did not tighten one of the screws in the throttle butter fly. It went down the rear jug and scratched it. As they say it started to smoke like a old woodburning train

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Bummer, man.

[@damienferdin2699]

What would make my clutch lever stiff after doing the adjustment

[@travistytoday4031]

Keep em coming. These videos are helping a lot!

[@jeffreyporras3839]

That was fantastic that Slim would send you the clutch spring compressor.

[@davehowie03]

Love the iron head viddys. Looking forward to what ever is next.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Me too! Thanks for being around!

[@WillieD3521]

This is cool as I just completely rebuilt an 86 Sportster 1100

[@johnvanover6285]

Thank you for posting. So if my pressure spring is week? This would sticking clutch

[@SaddleTrampTV]

If it were weak, I would think it would make for a weak clutch with slipping during acceleration.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

If it were weak, I would think it would make for a weak clutch with slipping during acceleration.

[@johnvanover6285]

Well. I can start it. It's hard to get in gear. Once it's there I can run down hill. While throddling to keep it from the engine stopping. Big fan of your channel thank you

[@johnvanover6285]

Just one more question haha! How about the clutch ramp the part that the clutch cable connects to and the 3 ball bearings are at. Just asking. I'm getting ahead of myself. Because I'm rewiring currently. Just trying to get some ideas thank you

[@israelstorrs5731]

For the six locking nuts that hold the clutch plate in is there an adjustment for how tight they should be? my clutch will not engage therefore when it is put into gear it will stall. The clutch is brand new.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

You might have too thick of oil viscosity or too much slack in your clutch just before disengaging.

[@markfroats5703]

I am building a 2000 xlh. I was too stupid too mark my oil lines. Can you help in directing me as to all oil lines for a Tc-bros custom oil tank.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

I have that same oil tank on the Tramp. The bottom bung is your feed going to the motor. The two top bungs: one is for your return line and the other if for your vent line. You choose on which side you want your return and vent to be.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

@@markfroats5703 Thanks man. And yes, the larger line is the feed.

[@markfroats5703]

I believe the larger line is the feed line (they both come out from behind the case). It is starting to look alot like the Tramp, not consciously, I just happen to have similar taste. I will send pics when finished. Love you videos, you rock. SaddleTramp Mark Froats

[@johnnysechrist6313]

Kinda reminds of the bearing puller/installer I made when front wheel drive cars came out.

[@puiazaidarhzauva9928]

looks awesome man! cant wait to see how its gonna look!

[@SaddleTrampTV]

You and me both!

[@ImminghamIronhead]

When doing up the six nyloc nuts, should the back of the pressure plate butt up to the flared end of the six spacers, or should I leave some slack?

[@SaddleTrampTV]

They need to to be all the way against the spacers.

[@ImminghamIronhead]

@@SaddleTrampTV Thanks. I must have overtightened the previous set because they look like detonated pipe bombs. The outside plate was convex and I had to pry the clutch apart with chisels. After hammering everything else flat and buying new spacers/outside plate, I can report all is well.

[@dtharleyman4325]

Great video man! Gotta love homemade tools!👍

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Indeed

[@jjleda7324]

Thx for the video. I'll be making a similar tool myself.

[@skyking4501]

Awesome video!! Very informative!!

[@Supermankev2001]

That was a cool video Love the music you do such a good job with your videos !

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thank you, Kevin. I just try to keep it fun and real at the same time.

[@ahill7099]

Might be off topic but I seen your regulator on the iron head....my reg doesn't come with instructions...which wire is A F and G..have red green and black...red and green are close to each other black is kind of by itself...its a Chinesium one so not sure any info helps....even from Viewers .thanks keep the rubber on the road

[@rickwaldron4255]

What a odd thing I.have the exact same engine and the same this guys very helpffull installing a new clutch then adjusting it good man

[@billk65]

Sweet tool made that a lot easier

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Indeed it did.

[@williamcook2354]

Another Kick-Ass video brother really appreciate you

[@bikestuff-k5s]

saddle tramp what do you think about external venting for combustion chamber on a twin cam ? have you ever done this ? also is it better than what harley does from the factory ? they blow it right back into the throttle body which is quite messy .. thank you for your advice .

[@SaddleTrampTV]

I've got that on both my evos. A crossover tube going from one head to the other with a line going down the motor and a catch canister on the other end to vent. A lot cleaner that way.

[@bikestuff-k5s]

Thank you . I really appreciate it . thank you for making a great channel

[@theramblingsoflarry9290]

That is slick as can be

[@Donny.C.wlWilliams]

is this the same procedure on a 70s sporty with clutch cable on the right

[@SaddleTrampTV]

I would assume so

[@Donny.C.wlWilliams]

Tried it no longer pulling when clutch lever pulled and still rips ass with no slip. This was my only hang up on my build thanks man👍🏿

[@ChrisH930S]

Love your vids, very helpful, even though I have an old Norton.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Just go your own speed, man. Your own style.

[@DannyBellio]

Hi were can i get a printed catalog like you have? I'm in Belgium and can't find it thx danny

[@SaddleTrampTV]

I bought mine from ebay.

[@WillieD3521]

This is cool as I just completely rebuilt an 1986 Sportster 1100

[@toolbox7890]

thx for the vid I have to adjust my clutch cable and put new gasket on my prim so thx again for the info and how to

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Glad it helped

[@driftinggator47]

Shiny side up brother.👍

[@tommydemis9094]

R.T.F.B. LOL We won't kick you out of the "man club" for reading the instructions... IT'S A MUST on these old bikes!!! GOOD JOB!

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Lol. Thanks man! Thanks for having me around!

[@dannynoel993]

I loosen all the nuts, then remove all the nuts but the top one. Then remove it slowly and it will pop right off. Been removing them that way for many years.

[@jackswope2929]

Can anyone comment (or video) how to replace the primary chain tensioner on a 83 XLS Roadster?

[@RoadRashHD]

That is the tool to have for sure

[@jerryking1434]

Would this tool work on a 1992 sportster ...???

[@SaddleTrampTV]

No

[@shanewright6958]

Great job and video 👍👍🇨🇱

[@jeremibisher5611]

Great video.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thanks! I try.

[@TracyGunz]

Dam, Am I the only one in here? That is the 1st. Ahhhhh I see now, it's an hour away :O

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Lol. Thats funny. That for being so anxious.

[@petechilton9975]

Im always days late and Dollars short lol

[@mjscycles1544]

Sweet that tool seemed to work great...make one at your work so you have one...

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thats an idea

[@BerserkerNick]

Don't forget to fill the primary fluid before you ride

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Of course. Thanks.

[@johnsmithth3318]

I miss my ol boneshaker

[@bilweiser]

Thanks. Im ready to do mine

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Sure thing!

[@stonymonday3154]

Kudos to Peg Leg Slim!!!!!!

[@keithmaxwell2169]

That home made tool made that alot easier than a ratchet strap keep the rubber side down

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Right on

[@rickwaldron4255]

Never worked on one hopefully I can just replace the disks and put it back to getherer

[@rickwaldron4255]

This should work since it's a 78..and i doubt the clutch has ever ben changed

[@rickwaldron4255]

Does any one own a 78 sporty is it a huge deal to put new plates in the basket

[@fps636]

Thanks for an other good vid. A ref I cam use on my 90 XL 883.

[@richardcarter8119]

I would like to send you a picture of my old bike. How can I do it on here.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

You can send to [e-mail] No "e" after "saddl".

[@richardcarter8119]

Did the picture come thru to you.

[@richardcarter8119]

Back in the mid 70's I even put a woman's Penthouse picture on top of the gas tank. I used what they called Polly medium from an art store. You cut out a picture you want to use. Make up a solution of this and then vinegar and water solutions. You would takes turns putting the picture in these solutions and let it set in each for a while. After doing this for a while you can pull the picture right off the paper. Just like it would be a decal. Then you would just have a blank sheet of White paper the picture was on. I wish I had it back or one just like it but I don't know if I can still ride. I have both hips and both knees replaced. And other bone problems too and this is all from having osteoarthritis where the joints just wear out. But one thing about it, I was young then. And every time while riding my bike I always felt free. A very good feeling back then. I hope the picture came thru too you.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

@@richardcarter8119 Not yet

[@rokn50s]

Raining in arizona too!

[@rokn50s]

Im up in lakeside,white mountains its pretty cold up here! rain thunder n lightning i dig monsoon season! Cheers bud

[@donaldwiegand7316]

more ironhead video please

[@rickwaldron4255]

I like my old harley but again there only as good as the owner keep you.oil clean and you can avoid 80 percent of your issues

[@rickwaldron4255]

Yes they are carbs are realy the best and simpler never mind your friends imfo follow yiur heart i got a 78 with a carb to rebuild my carb the kit was 45 dollars and it was the orignol carb im not a fuel.ingectio guy

[@rickwaldron4255]

My one friend said your 1000 is to small get a newer bike a big monster no thanks Mines only 500 lbs factory don't need a huge moose had them before mins just right for me I can move it by my self easlly

[@rickwaldron4255]

Black or real dirty oil makes every thing work a lot harder and it's harder on the clutches

[@butchs3190]

Holly shit that’s what I’m talking about

[@thomasprendergast2770]

I miss my 79 iron that's the bike my wife met me on

[@SaddleTrampTV]

79 Ironhead was my first Harley. I feel your pain, man.

[@benderbender1233]

🤘😎

[@MoeLarrycurly1]

🖖🏽👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@danheino7006]

bought one 40 years ago...

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Still got it?

[@danheino7006]

me too

[@danheino7006]

me too yes i do..lol

[@danheino7006]

bought in 80

[@johnsmithth3318]

So many times. She just sat for awhile, into my vetts now. Timing for me was a bitch

[@roberttolley5055]

I've done 50 times lol

[@mikeshaffer2950]

One step closer to,, VvvRrrOoMmm--- VvvRrrOoMmm--- time😃,

[@SaddleTrampTV]

I hope so.

[@wolfeyes9357]

The adjuster is way too much!!!! Screw it back down and adjust for. There.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Thanks

[@angiecarty5370]

In the video i am watching write now you are whinning abiut the Vibration on your Evo. Obviosly you are not a woman. LoL

[@clintwoodruff1187]

Even though this is 3 years old, maybe someone today is wondering... Having ridden Ironheads for 25 years, the "special tool" I always used was " my FOOT" ! Works fantastic ! Yup ! And just like you think, ya just hold the bike with one hand, and shove that plate down with your big ol' foot, while screwing on a nut. Now here's the technical part... " MOVE YOUR FOOT A LITTLE", and shove that bad boy down again, and screw another nut on. From there the rest is essy. Ya don't even need your foot any more after the first couple nuts, providing you put the first two on opposite of each other. It's easy to over think things sometimes. I guess we've all done that.

[@SaddleTrampTV]

I guess I'm not that talented.

[@rickwaldron4255]

I like my old harley but again there only as good as the owner keep you.oil clean and you can avoid 80 percent of your issues