[siderides2]

My bike has 5000 miles on it, i got it in 02/09 12 degrees, 40 miles, the notes warmed me. It makes a banging-clanging noise under heavy load,sounds like bottom L/S of the engine, doesn't make any noise in nuetrual, any ideas, thanks.

 

[Dave63]

Check the primary chain adjustment. If it's loose, it'll make noise, and it's on the left side.


Then, afterwards, go to the "New to the Community" section and properly introduce yourself.....

 

[siderides2]

Can you run me thru the primary proceedure or do i have to wait for my manual? thanks.

 

[Dave63]

If I remember correctly, you'll need to undo your clutch adjustment and drop the primary cover to get to the Sportster's primary chain adjuster. It's not a trap door like the Big Twins have.

While you're there, you'll want to adjust your clutch basket, clutch cable and replace the fluid anyway.

You'll need a manual for all the specs, chain tightness and settings.

You'll need a Gasket, Primary fluid and a few tools too.

 

[siderides2]

Thanks Dave, You ride!

I'm open to any other ideas on the noise, just in case there's more.

 

[Zeta7]

http://www.hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/246152-poor-mans-sportster-service-maintenance-guide.html Scroll down about half way and you will find it, sportster has small inspection plate and can be adjusted from the bottom. allen screw with a big locknut.

 

[siderides2]

Thanks anyway.

 

[Badassbrutus]

Is there fluid in it???

 

[siderides2]

Is it seperate from crankcase? If so how do i check?

 

[Kainam]

Is it seperate from crankcase? If so how do i check?

http://www.harleydavidsonmaintenance.com/sportster-transmission-oil.html

 

[siderides2]

Awsome, Thanks.

 

[Dave63]

My bad.....I forgot that sportys have that screw on the bottom, with the lock nut and the tiny window........