How to check your Harley Davidson Dyna Glide transmission?
Check the clutch adjustment, and adjust it back to normal. Check the tension on the clutch cable, too loose, not letting you get the clutch fully disengaged. Make sure you are using the proper 20W-50 primary oil.
Why does my Dyna Glide make a whine when I Clutch?
If your clutch or gear noise is more of a whine, it may be indicative of a problem. A whine in 1st or 2nd gear when the clutch is released may indicate an internal issue. You may have an internal issue with the transmission.
How do you remove the clutch from a Harley Davidson?
Next, remove the outer primary cover & gasket and slacken the clutch cable. Loosen the jam nut and back off on the Harley clutch adjustment at the clutch pack. Remove the adjuster plate retaining clip to expose the mainshaft/clutch hub nut. Now is a good time to sneak a long tie wrap around the primary chain adjusting shoe.
Why is my shift rod not working on my Dyna Glide?
The shift rod may be bent or have become loose. If you can no longer shift and the problem isn’t with the clutch, there may be issues with the shift rod or shift arm itself. Check the shift lever rod coming out of the transmission for any play. The pinch bolts can stretch over time and cause slippage.
Check the clutch adjustment, and adjust it back to normal. Check the tension on the clutch cable, too loose, not letting you get the clutch fully disengaged. Make sure you are using the proper 20W-50 primary oil.
If your clutch or gear noise is more of a whine, it may be indicative of a problem. A whine in 1st or 2nd gear when the clutch is released may indicate an internal issue. You may have an internal issue with the transmission.
The shift rod may be bent or have become loose. If you can no longer shift and the problem isn’t with the clutch, there may be issues with the shift rod or shift arm itself. Check the shift lever rod coming out of the transmission for any play. The pinch bolts can stretch over time and cause slippage.
What kind of gears does a Dyna Glide have?
The center three sets of gears in this transmission are helical cut. If your problem isn’t just noise but actual difficulties in shifting, you most likely have some issues to address. Connecting rod in primary may be really dirty. Inside the primary is the shifting or connecting rod that passes through a tube through the primary.
What to do if your Dyna Glide Cant shift?
Adjusting the clutch pushrod at the basket. If your clutch is fine, check the shift linkage. The shift rod may be bent or have become loose. If you can no longer shift and the problem isn’t with the clutch, there may be issues with the shift rod or shift arm itself.