How do you know if your compensator is bad?

How do you know if your compensator is bad?

The symptoms of a bad compensator are a loud clang at start up, trouble shifting into first or neutral and a sound like gravel in the front of the primary around 2200 RPM.

How do you test a Harley compensator?

Go to you tube and look up Harley compensator. Look for the one that says “clunkity klunk” and see if the noise is similar. It has an illustration of the guts too, which helps to make sense of the noise. I think the only real test is someone knowledgeable looking (tearing) in to it.

What does a compensator Eliminator do?

The Compensator Eliminator Sprocket eliminates slipping, reduces noise, and improves the starting and starter life of the motorcycle. It reduces spinning weight by 4.8 lbs. and is designed to fit 07-15 Big Twin models and 2006 Dyna. It has been machined from 4140 heat-treated steel and is made in the USA.

How long does a Harley compensator last?

How long does the Harley Compensator last? The answer to this question is dependent on your bike’s model year. On average, you may not need to replace your compensator until about 40,000 miles. If you have a solid compensator installed on your bike from the factory, and you conduct a regular maintenance routine.

How do you remove the compensator on a Harley Davidson?

We often use a tire spoon that has been cut to match the length of the factory tool. Now, with the drive locked and the Harley compensator sprocket bolt heated, use a breaker bar with a T-70 torx to break loose and remove the compensator bolt. After the bolt is removed, remove the rest of the compensator assembly.

What is a Harley compensator sprocket?

The compensator sprocket dampens (reduces) torsional vibration created by the crankshaft so it is not transmitted through the drivetrain causing rider discomfort and premature component wear.

What size is the compensator nut on a Harley Davidson?

the factory compensator bolt is 13/16″ socket and the new baker compensator kit bolt is a 1 1/2″ socket so all worked out good,now its time to ride,thanks again for the info guys.

Is the compensator nut reverse thread?

Here is a picture of the Shovelhead compensator that I took from the manual. Not sure if this is what @dennis B described. Shovelhead Compensator.

What is a compensator on a motorcycle?

The intention of the compensator is to smooth out the rough pulses that the engine creates under certain load situations (think about when you lug the engine and it bucks back and forth) and prevent them from being transmitted through the drivetrain.