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[kng103]

i had the dealer put one of the harley automatic primary chain adjusters on the bike when i changed out the tranny.
is it worth it?
should it be inspected manually periodically?

[Twolanerider]

i had the dealer put one of the harley automatic primary chain adjusters on the bike when i changed out the tranny.
is it worth it?

Wouldn't that be a question more likely asked before money is spent on the part?

[Fired00d]

.....should it be inspected manually periodically?

Isn't that one of the things that is done during routine maintenance? I thought that was what the inspection cover/plate was for?

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Fired00d
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[Dave]

Wow Kng103  No one cut you a break on that post did they?  I think there is a thread someplace on the site where someone talks about the adjuster going to the maximum tension.  From my perspective having tried an M6 and the HB-124??? (forgot the number) I like just checking the tension the old manual way. I will say that I think the automatic adjuster you bought will do better than the spring set up of the M-6 or the HB spring and hydraulic setup.  I am wanting to try something else I saw that uses a sprocket and thus has no shoe to wear though there will still be chain wear to deal with.  Sorry, that

[fatboyse2]

The part is $99 list I believe.  If they installed it without too much overhead then it's worth it.  I was looking at it myself, but decided to wait until I take things apart again fo my next inspection.

[SPIDERMAN]

I just had one put in Elvis since the dealer had the primary apart anyway. Only have 200 miles on it, but I like they way it feels especially on decel. The standard shoe when properly adjusted always gave me something of a whistle on decel that I notice is gone. Also, from the feel of my boot against the primary case, there is less vibration.

I've said this before - - - -when the MoCo follows the aftermarket with a part it is usually because that part is a good idea AND the MoCo usually improves on it. I was never interested in these until the MoCo offered one. I will post if I have any problems with it.  

[Boatman]

I had my HD primary tensioner put on when the primary cover was off for the starter gear replacement under warranty so there was no labor charge.  I also thought it was a good idea and you didn't waste your money. Adjusting a chain can be a little tricky as you can get it too tight or too loose if not done correctly.

[kng103]

Wouldn't that be a question more likely asked before money is spent on the part?

he did it for free, but thanks for your usefull reply.

[kng103]

thanks to all for the good replies.
thats why i love this forum, you can alway's count on some good input!! [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

[Twolanerider]

he did it for free, but thanks for your usefull reply.

No, it was a pretty useless reply.

[kng103]

No, it was a pretty useless reply.

[kng103]

Isn't that one of the things that is done during routine maintenance? I thought that was what the inspection cover/plate was for?

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Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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it is.

[Fired00d]

......That's why I never bought one of these.

[UK Dave]

i am wondering if they(the dealer) will still inspect it when i bring it in for service.

Yeah I'm sure they will check it - you don't seriously expect them to remember they fitted the tensioner do you??  

Cheers

Dave

[kng103]

Yeah I'm sure they will check it - you don't seriously expect them to remember they fitted the tensioner do you??