Replace compensator assembly

[GARYD]

I have my '14 TG in for a new compensator assembly. This is the second time it was in for a compensator problem. First time they replaced something and updated it with some kind of shim that they installed on units after mine left the assembly line.
Harley tech said they are having a lot of problems with the 2014's. I only have 7500 miles on it.
It's going to take 2 weeks. The assembly is on its way, it's the chain that is taking 2 weeks because, according to the service writer, Harley is all out of replacement chain. He didn't know why - I said probably because 0f this problem and they weren't prepared for it. He's going to try and speed it up with something called "downed Bike" situation. ???

I had a major trans problem (rebuilt after only 10K miles) with my '12 TG

Looks like TriGlides and me don't get along very well.

 

[HDB0B]

Curious .... What oil do you use in your primary?
When you ride do you hear the compensator "clunk" a lot when getting on/off the throttle?

If Harley is "out of chain" then I guess they are not building any engines. :laugh:

Bob orag:

 

[trikermutha]

The new compensator even tho redesigned still do not get enough lubrication to the critical areas of the comp and make all kinds of noises..

Been Looking at the new 2014 Can AMs Spyders versus going to the 2014 Harley Trike..

 

[msocko3]

HD has had compensator problems since they changed the design for the 06 Dyna & 07 and later Touring. One would think they could get it resolved after 7 years, I guess they're at a loss or not wanting to admit they screwed the pooch. The previous compensator design worked like a charm, my 06 Ultra has almost 40,000 miles on the original compensator. It's been hammered with everything from a simple Stage 1 88 to the present 120" build I have now, its still going strong.

 

[Bikerbozo]

Don't even get me started. I am on #3 right now (and 3 stators also. Pure coincidence, of course).

 

[luzierg]

I have a 2011 with 75k miles and just replaced it for the third time. We were out in Sturgis when it started making a ticking sound like a bad set if valves. I was glad to make it home. I considered putting a shim behind the springs but opted for the "new and improved version" with the oil funnel that you glue in the primary cover. I haven't had a chance to put many miles on the new version but it seems to make more noise than normal. maybe a loose chain.......Harley definitely has a design problem......Gary

 

[GARYD]

Curious .... What oil do you use in your primary?
When you ride do you hear the compensator "clunk" a lot when getting on/off the throttle?

If Harley is "out of chain" then I guess they are not building any engines. :laugh:

Bob orag:

H-D Formula+
I was getting a lot of clunking noises - the hotter it got the worse it made especially at stop lights.


Amsoil in other 2 holes.

 

[msocko3]

Don't even get me started. I am on #3 right now (and 3 stators also. Pure coincidence, of course).

Always a coincidence, or rider error.

 

[Bikerbozo]

I have a 2011 with 75k miles and just replaced it for the third time. We were out in Sturgis when it started making a ticking sound like a bad set if valves. I was glad to make it home. I considered putting a shim behind the springs but opted for the "new and improved version" with the oil funnel that you glue in the primary cover. I haven't had a chance to put many miles on the new version but it seems to make more noise than normal. maybe a loose chain.......Harley definitely has a design problem......Gary

I'm curious how many stators you have had also. Did they go around same time as compensator?

 

[FLTR2008TRIKE]

I have my '14 TG in for a new compensator assembly. This is the second time it was in for a compensator problem. First time they replaced something and updated it with some kind of shim that they installed on units after mine left the assembly line.
Harley tech said they are having a lot of problems with the 2014's. I only have 7500 miles on it.
It's going to take 2 weeks. The assembly is on its way, it's the chain that is taking 2 weeks because, according to the service writer, Harley is all out of replacement chain. He didn't know why - I said probably because 0f this problem and they weren't prepared for it. He's going to try and speed it up with something called "downed Bike" situation. ???

I had a major trans problem (rebuilt after only 10K miles) with my '12 TG

Looks like TriGlides and me don't get along very well.

I suggest calling Steve@ GMR Performance in Texas. He has the Compusaver oil tray and may have the PEEK washer to replace the wafer bearing that comes with the new compensator.

They have a test trike with 10k trouble free miles on the compensator.

http://gmrperformance.com/products/compensaver/


I have the GMR tray and PEEK washer installed in my trike.

 

[azbob09]

I have my '14 TG in for a new compensator assembly. This is the second time it was in for a compensator problem. First time they replaced something and updated it with some kind of shim that they installed on units after mine left the assembly line.
Harley tech said they are having a lot of problems with the 2014's. I only have 7500 miles on it.
It's going to take 2 weeks. The assembly is on its way, it's the chain that is taking 2 weeks because, according to the service writer, Harley is all out of replacement chain. He didn't know why - I said probably because 0f this problem and they weren't prepared for it. He's going to try and speed it up with something called "downed Bike" situation. ???

I had a major trans problem (rebuilt after only 10K miles) with my '12 TG

Looks like TriGlides and me don't get along very well.

Please keep us informed on the results of your repair. I had mine compensator bolt loosen up at 3K mi. last June while in Eureka Springs & had to be re-torqued & I'm taking it in this week for it's 10K & it's making a simailiar noise as before when the EITMS is activated.
I'm leaving Monday for a trip back to Ohio & then back through Texas so I want it checked out before I leave.

 

[GARYD]

Please keep us informed on the results of your repair. I had mine compensator bolt loosen up at 3K mi. last June while in Eureka Springs & had to be re-torqued & I'm taking it in this week for it's 10K & it's making a simailiar noise as before when the EITMS is activated.
I'm leaving Monday for a trip back to Ohio & then back through Texas so I want it checked out before I leave.

MY advise?? = GET IT CHECKED!!!!

 

[trikermutha]

I agree if you are not sure get it checked and make sure they put thread locker on the bolt and follow the torgue instructions..Some replace the bolt also to be safe..

 

[luzierg]

I'm curious how many stators you have had also. Did they go around same time as compensator?

I had the stator and regulator replaced two years ago when we were in Wyoming going over bear tooth pass. Out in the middle of nowhere! Still under warrenty so the nice folks in Sundance did the work. Nothing to do with the compensator. The first compensator lasted about 30k miles and the second lasted about 45K. I just replaced it for the third time but I didn't check the primary chain. Oops..........Are they having any problems with the chain going bad?

We do a lot of cold weather riding so last winter I upgraded my charging system to the new Harley high voltage system so we cold use the heated jacket liners. So far so good..........]

Gary

 

[pcombe]

HD has had compensator problems since they changed the design for the 06 Dyna & 07 and later Touring. One would think they could get it resolved after 7 years, I guess they're at a loss or not wanting to admit they screwed the pooch. The previous compensator design worked like a charm, my 06 Ultra has almost 40,000 miles on the original compensator. It's been hammered with everything from a simple Stage 1 88 to the present 120" build I have now, its still going strong.

MINE HAS AN ADJUSTABLE OR VARIABLE THICKNESS SHIM.
If that isn't right it makes all kind of nasty noises and might even wear a hole in the primary cover.

 

[msocko3]

I agree if you are not sure get it checked and make sure they put thread locker on the bolt and follow the torgue instructions..Some replace the bolt also to be safe..

They should replace the bolt every time, the service manual calls for a new bolt.

 

[azbob09]

Please keep us informed on the results of your repair. I had mine compensator bolt loosen up at 3K mi. last June while in Eureka Springs & had to be re-torqued & I'm taking it in this week for it's 10K & it's making a simailiar noise as before when the EITMS is activated.
I'm leaving Monday for a trip back to Ohio & then back through Texas so I want it checked out before I leave.

Got the TG back yesterday from 10K service & comp. bolt was coming loose again. This time the dealer I use locally cleaned the replaced bolt from June repair & used red lock tight instead of factory thread lock tight & retorqued. I'll see if it holds up!!!