⚡Shift Shaft/ Front Shift Lever FIX Harley Davidson Touring⚡

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  • @sikbaggers
    @sikbaggers  Год назад +4

    👉👉 Make sure to like this video, subscribe to our channel, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest content. Share your thoughts and questions in the comments section below.

    • @ootis8733
      @ootis8733 Год назад

      Does bike need to be in neutral?

    • @ootis8733
      @ootis8733 Год назад

      Good eve.. does bike need to be in neutral

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад +1

      @@ootis8733 it doesnt matter what gear you are in,..,.when you are not pushing on it falls into the same position. take a picture of it so you can put it back in the same position.

  • @jefflarson6503
    @jefflarson6503 Год назад +17

    It’s awesome to finally have somebody explain some thing and leave their attitude in their toolbox. Great videos man very very helpful.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад

      Thank you Jeff...glad the video helped sir!

  • @jdkmboy
    @jdkmboy 5 лет назад +20

    Same issue and same fix.. didn't realize until it fell off! Thanks for the vid and keep them coming.. Cheers!

  • @mentz8915
    @mentz8915 3 года назад +9

    Excellent video, I would add that ALL bolts need to have blue Loctite on them which includes the pinch bolt for the transmission shaft shift arm.
    I also add some grease to the shift shaft that you replaced which makes it rotate super smooth.
    Keep up the great videos - Ride on 👍

  • @michaelbarras6950
    @michaelbarras6950 5 лет назад +3

    When reinstalling the new shaft and shifter arm, slide the shaft through the shaft housing,slap some red loctite on the splines of the shaft and slide shifter arm on being careful not to get loctite in shaft housing, and tighten screw, let sit and cure. Finish assembly and most likely you never fool with or have issues again. Done mine like that and had success.

  • @gdub2556
    @gdub2556 4 года назад +5

    Thank you for putting the part numbers in the video description! Saved me a lot of time.

  • @montes1970
    @montes1970 Год назад +1

    Love your videos, straight to the point with no BS. Thanks for putting these together, really helps the HD community.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад

      thank you montes glad the video helped!

  • @davidspence8866
    @davidspence8866 2 года назад

    I've told a bunch of my buddies about your Channel I don't run a bagger I got a night train but they're all in the baggers always willing to support anybody or anything from Southern Illinois

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 года назад

      Sorry for the late reply, I just got back from Sturgis and thank you for the support!! Its greatly appreciated sir!

  • @muskietime
    @muskietime 5 лет назад +2

    Jezz, Guess I can admit that I lost the Shifter twice on my 2014 Street Glide Special. Once on a long Sunday ride. Got off the highway and had no shifter lever. Was able to ride to Rockford, IL HD Dealer & they were Wonderful. Other time I was able to improvise a shifter and get to my Dealer & had fixed. Probably cost me over $200 if you add up the costs and tips I gave to those who went above and beyond. One repair was handled under warranty I seem to remember.
    In case someone has concerns: Only other issue I have had with my 2014 is the life of the speakers. I seem to blow out the speakers....ever since High School!!!
    Really appreciate your videos. Just wish your Shop was closer to Chicago but glad that you do not have to be. Southern Illinois is a different State. Thank you.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      Yeah such an easy fix man and costs dudes a lot of money because its not caught in time. I have a bucket of HD speakers you can have...they are crap man and youre going to keep blowing them. So many better speakers out there for a lot cheaper than those from HD and fosgate plug and play junk. and hahahha yeah man...southern Illinois is another state...I was visiting up there in Chicago this year and damn...one week was enough lol

  • @stevenpeyton7476
    @stevenpeyton7476 3 года назад +1

    Did a 2,400-mile trip and the linkage broke on my '16 Road Glide 10 miles from my house! Great video. This has happened on two of my baggers...

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад +1

      yeah its pretty crazy how often this does happen and no recall from HD

  • @glidearkansas
    @glidearkansas 5 лет назад +6

    I just had to change these parts on my bike yesterday. I wish that I had seen this video first. Great job and good information!

  • @sikbaggers
    @sikbaggers  5 лет назад +1

    Pretty common issues guys... Go out and check your sled now...you may need to tighten yours down or even replace it...takes 5 minutes...or 20 minutes of you have a beer or two. Easy fix! Tell me if you have had this issue before!

    • @Jspackman
      @Jspackman 5 лет назад

      I didn’t have slop there. But it was on the back transmission shift lever. The inner primary needed to come out.
      And while it was out I put new bushings in the inner primary where the front shift shaft goes through the case.
      So.. didn’t have this exact problem. Yet. Thanks for the video!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      @@Jspackman yes sir that rear one will cost some money if it strips...always good to check that one for sure.

  • @digitalmischiefHD
    @digitalmischiefHD Год назад +1

    I'm new to the touring world and your videos have already helped me repeatedly! Awesome explanations.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад

      Thats awesome...thats what its all about..glad to help! Be safe!

  • @byker4lyfe1
    @byker4lyfe1 5 лет назад +1

    I have fixed lots of these in my carreer 😖
    I like the fact that your not another youtuber begging for money on patreon 🖒, this is what made me subscribe thanks for being real😁

  • @BradO-u9c
    @BradO-u9c 4 месяца назад

    I recently purchased a 2016 Electra Glide Limited, and this was one of the first things I noticed, and thanks to your video I know I can do it myself. Thanks

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  4 месяца назад

      yes it is super simple to do and mine is still doing great and this video was shot quite a long time ago.

  • @tobywilliams414
    @tobywilliams414 5 лет назад +4

    Didn't realize this was covering what I've already done 3 times on my 08'. Not bad for 11 years though. Great Video!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      Not to bad at all for an 08...I had not heard that there was much trouble on the older bikes but I guess they have had a bad design for some years now. Thank you sir..much appreciated.

  • @stephenkellar8886
    @stephenkellar8886 3 года назад +1

    I'm really glad I watched this video. Went out and checked my 2016 Trike and the slop is there. (I'm the 2nd owner). I will be getting the parts tomorrow!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад +1

      Good deal...I hope you got it lined out!

  • @amberbali8881
    @amberbali8881 3 года назад +6

    Good video but you also should change the two bushings in the inner primary boss that the splined shaft slides through. Easy with the proper JIMS tool. Also drill that boss and add a grease zerk so it can be greased. Never a problem again.

  • @RoadKing2022
    @RoadKing2022 10 дней назад

    So glad that I found your video, VERY helpful! 5 miles from home yesterday on my 14 Road King, accelerating into traffic and the WT# moment struck! Looks like a simple fix, thanks for the very clear and easy to follow video. New subscriber.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  6 дней назад

      yeah I'm sorry that happned...it sucks, I know...but glad the video helped! Its pretty straight forward swap out. Thank you for the sub! Much appreciated!

  • @capecodquadcopters729
    @capecodquadcopters729 6 месяцев назад

    Thanks for this. Had my toe shifter turn to mush while down shifting on the way home on my 2010 FLHP in Phoenix today. Ended up not being able to get out of 3rd gear with 2 miles to go before home and half a dozen traffic lights to get through. 1st time I've had to get a bike rolling from a stop in 3rd gear. But she did it a few times and I made it home, just. Was glad to find this video and know that the fix was cheap and easy. You just got a new sub.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  6 месяцев назад +1

      Hey yeah it sucks and its very common issue...glad you got it lined out and more importantly you got her home safe and sound. I appreciate the sub!

  • @jaypino2642
    @jaypino2642 3 года назад

    It happened to me today,my buddy called a friend and he brought his trailer up to get it back home.Thank for the knowledge friend.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      Sorry it got that far but glad the video helped!

  • @GetUrPhil
    @GetUrPhil 4 года назад

    I had mine go after a month, brand new bike, Good thing I was in town and limped it to Harley for replacing under warranty. They said it's a common problem. My Bike is a 2015 Road Glide. Wish I had seen this video a few yrs back but at least I know now! Thanks.

  • @teajae8809
    @teajae8809 5 лет назад

    Got the same slop on my 15, last year. Was on the way home from a day long ride, and ended up kicking the shifter off in my garage... I got lucky! No joke, get it fixed.
    Great video Steve.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад +1

      Yes sir...I hear this too many times and yes you did get lucky...man, no better timing than that! Thanks for checking out the video man and be safe!!

  • @tony180a
    @tony180a 5 лет назад +2

    Thanks Steve, I've had the issue of the shifter becoming loose, luckily I was only a half mile from the house when I went to shift and it fell on my floorboard. Surprisingly I don't have any slop but I'm ordering parts and replacing anyway. Thanks again for the DIY videos.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      Yeah man...good to have these on hand and easy to change

  • @AdrianGivaudan
    @AdrianGivaudan 4 года назад

    Exactly that happened to me this weekend but it mess, so I’ve to fix it “quick” before to see your video, I’ve my new parts!!! Let’s go to surgery! Thanks a lot!! Great content!

  • @ChrisJones-zr6rw
    @ChrisJones-zr6rw 2 месяца назад

    After what seemed to be a lifetime, I was able to acquire my first HD back in May 2024, which is a '95 FXDWG. The bike only had 17k miles on it, yet there was a substantial amount of slop in the shifter. Due to my ignorance, I put off having it corrected, not knowing it would create a much bigger problem by doing so. Other than occassionally having trouble finding neutral, the bike ran and shifted fine, until one day when I grabbed the clutch and lifted the shifter to put it in neutral to start it up and after a brief moment of tension, the shifter just flopped backwards. No tension at all on the shifter or any connected levers all the way back as far as I could trace, which of course, is to the shifter rod coming out of the transmission. I've had some folks say that the shifting forks have just slipped and need to be reset, some say they've worn out and need to be replaced, others say the shifting pawl is to blame, which I don't fully understand bc I thought the pawl prevents it from slipping out of gear rather than shifting into gear, others have said the shifting rod going into the transmission needs to be replaced, and a very small percentage have said I need to replace the entire transmission. Out of all the research I've done and comments I heard, the only fact that I'm 100% confident about is that after 2 months now my bike is still sitting collecting dust. I don't have the money to take it to the shop or confidence to tear it open not knowing what the issue most likely is or what I'm looking for. I'm pretty good at following directions and attention to detail, but lack the experience to feel comfortable removing bolts and components in attempt to make a diagnosis. Any advice or link to videos or other content that may be helpful would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

  • @ruedevalence6342
    @ruedevalence6342 2 года назад

    Thanks man. My shift lever slipped off today but I got it sorted quick thanks to your video

  • @johnwarzybok6360
    @johnwarzybok6360 3 года назад +2

    Sik, thanks for this important video! I had this same issue with my 03' FLSTCI! As always, you make an excellent instructor, plain, easy to understand. Very helpful! God Bless you brother. Ride safe.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      Thank you John, much appreciated sir. Im glad the videos have helped you! Be safe!

    • @johnippolito2376
      @johnippolito2376 2 года назад

      @@sikbaggers Steve I'm sure this issue has been beat to death but I wanted an honest opinion. I recently purchased a 2004 roadking custom with 22,500 miles on it. I'm not sure if it has been converted to the hydraulic cam tensioners or not but if it still has the spring tensioners how many miles do you think I can get out of them before they let loose?

  • @svmontoya15
    @svmontoya15 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for this! New HD owner (not new to 2 wheels), '16 RGU does this same exact thing. Your video took the worry out of this issue, and shows it's an easy fix. Parts ordered, liked, and subscribed!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 года назад +2

      Hey Shawn! playing catch up on my comments after daytona bike week! Glad the video helped you and yes its very common on these bikes and super easy quick fix...best to keep a spare in the saddlebag to be honest lol Glad it helped and thank you for the SUB!

  • @donklaing
    @donklaing 3 года назад +1

    Good video I went out and checked my 2010 Limited it has 57K on it and felt fine. Did recently do my Cam Chain Chest upgrades.

  • @danreagoso3939
    @danreagoso3939 3 года назад

    Ha ! On my way back from Laconia to Pa.my shifts were becoming strange considering I have had no problems with my 2013 Street Glide since I bought it. I am convinced that I need the lever and shaft because I had difficulty adjusting it and was pretty sloppy . Thanks so much !

  • @1964jubilee
    @1964jubilee 3 года назад +1

    Great video. Your instructions skills are immaculate and detail

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      Thank you! Glad that it helped! have a Merry Christmas!

  • @jccuby7771
    @jccuby7771 4 года назад

    best intro ever. Replacing my today with all new levers and parts. 2015 SGS

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  4 года назад +1

      Nice...save that money! Easy install...glad it helped you...be safe!!

  • @RodHog1
    @RodHog1 Год назад

    Just changed mine 2016 street glide had plenty of slop none now great video just had bike serviced at dealership they said nothing about but thanks to your video I fixed it before it came off thanks again

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад

      Thats great Rod...sucks that your dealership didnt catch it though. They could have at least mentioned it to you. A full service should cover going over all critical fasteners.

  • @pugloverg6671
    @pugloverg6671 2 года назад

    Worn splines from loose hardware….just replaced all my shifter arms…..much tighter now…..cheers great video….

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 года назад

      Thanks for checking it out. But dont be fooled that it wont happen again because your hardware is tight.. ...these can strip without the hardware being loose... I keep my sleds tight and it still happened. ..its a bad design with too much stress on the spline at a wanky angle even HD knew that and changed it in 2017...keep an eye on it because the replacement parts are the exact same thing you just took out...it was not upgraded.

  • @tomcain4130
    @tomcain4130 5 лет назад +2

    Great Vid. Just had that problem fixed. Luckily not on the road when it went bad.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      Yes sir...very lucky..I see this a lot.

  • @mvang100
    @mvang100 4 года назад +2

    This happened to my 2014 SGS about a year ago. the shifters didn’t come off but the shaft was stripped out so I couldn’t shift up or down. Had Harley fix it and was told it was probably because I was kicking the shifter arms to hard. LOL I know how I ride and Im certainly not jamming gears. Anyway it was around $150 to get it fixed. I feel it is a design problem. if it happens again, I know how to fix it myself now. Thanks for the video!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  4 года назад

      yeah pretty common issue with these year models...they definitely know that its and issue as they have corrected it in the the newer models but still refuse to own it and make a recall. Blows my mind.

  • @chrischristensen7781
    @chrischristensen7781 6 месяцев назад

    Thanks!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  6 месяцев назад

      You're very welcome and glad to help! Thank you very much for the super! Much appreciated Chris!

  • @Pushrodlife
    @Pushrodlife 5 лет назад +3

    Hey man thanks for the video! Mine is sloppy and now I definitely know what part I need to change!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад +1

      Yes sir..pretty easy fix..be glad you caught it now.

  • @tbdieseltrucking
    @tbdieseltrucking Год назад

    Perfect video!! I just had this happen on my '15 RG Special. Bike would not get out of 1st gear, with a shit ton of slop. Thanks so much for this vid!!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад +1

      Unfortunately just on my video alone there are tons of stories with the same issue and Hd never addressed it, they just changed it on the M8 version in 2017 and it seems the issues have gone away. But they will keep selling us parts to fix it.

  • @praisethelord4222
    @praisethelord4222 4 года назад

    My 2014 Street Glide at 15,000 miles just had this issue. Thanks for this video, time to replace it. Ride Safe Y'all

  • @petepatterson5651
    @petepatterson5651 3 года назад +1

    Mine just fell off tonight luckily I had a couple of zip ties on the bike to hold it in place after I tighten the bolt up. I will be heading to Harley in the am to get new parts and definitely going to check that rear bolt, I have a lot of slop on mine

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      yeah man I get this same comment at least once a week...Im glad the video helped and its a shame that HD doesn't recognize this as a problem more than making more parts to sell us...there clearly should have been a global recall on this issue. Instead, they let us foot the bill. Pretty typical of HD

    • @QBama100
      @QBama100 6 месяцев назад

      Thanks for the All you do and post to help us!!!
      I see where peope say they use zip ties incase they break down..
      Do you or anyone have a pic or info how to use the zip ties?

  • @funhumanusa
    @funhumanusa 3 года назад

    2021 FLHTK just went in for my 5k service. Tech noticed a little oil at the rear shaft (8:49 in your video). I also mentioned to the service advisor how loose my front shifter linkage seemed. You could clearly see it dancing around at idle. Still under warranty, pulling the cases off next week. Sadly I just did a new clutch and Man o War comp. Hate to see that pulled apart. Excellent Videos!!!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      oh man...I just put one of those man o wars in a bike, that thing is pretty sick...sorry to hear about the issues youre having with this though...but thats what the warranties are good for, well, as long as HD has the parts or can get them in a timely manner lol

  • @trikemike7291
    @trikemike7291 Год назад

    I am glad I ran across this video I am having the same problem but may I ask you a question do you have shift shaft bushings inside

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад

      yes there are bushings inside but it is rare that they are bad...you can change them and even get them from hd or other vendors when you pick up the new lever...not to bad to change either.

  • @dheard47
    @dheard47 5 лет назад +1

    GREAT VIDEO, NEVER HAD THAT PROBLEM YET , BUT YOU NEVER KNOW.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      Yeah man just watch it for it!

  • @inthegarage.withalvaro.1344
    @inthegarage.withalvaro.1344 Год назад +1

    Nice video, thanks. What do you think about the greasable shifter shaft? I found this looking around and I thought it might help with this issue which I have as well. Pingel Greasable Shifter Shaft 62142

  • @paulduggan2177
    @paulduggan2177 4 года назад

    Nearly got stranded in the middle of no where! I'll be changing mine shortly. Thanks for the advice!

  • @SAJWS
    @SAJWS 2 года назад

    I seem to have a similar issue on an 07 RKC. Your fix took care of the problem without R/R the bushings like other videos recommended. I changed out my shift linkage today and it was easy. I also removed the shift shaft and cleaned it up. Moisture does get in there. The new shift rod made a lot of difference. Shifts real solid. (2007 Road King Classic.) I have had the stock shift linkage since 2007.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 года назад +1

      Yeah the bushing can be changed but usually is not the issue. Ive had guys on here saying the same thing...you should have changed the bushings...well I would have IF they needed it but they didnt so why waste your time and money when this is the issue. Makes no sense. Glad you got it lined out.

    • @SAJWS
      @SAJWS 2 года назад

      @@sikbaggers Thanks SIK. I agree about wasting money on a bushing change. I did the R/R of the linkage today with a nicer HD lever. Did take out the shift shaft and cleaned it up. Moisture does get int there. The new linkage sure makes a lot of difference. Thanks again for the video. Nice job.

  • @AlanVerrier
    @AlanVerrier Год назад

    love the video very helpful, What about the the back of the shift lever connected to the transmission.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад

      like I explained in the video its way more time consuming,...youll need to pull your outer and inner primary to access that. That one doesn't usually loosen up like the front.

  • @bowdygonzales145
    @bowdygonzales145 3 года назад

    Thank you for this video i just had my shifter go out on way home today had one gear 2nd for 12 miles lol this video was very informative now to order new parts so i can get bike back on the road

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      Glad it helped. i know it sucks but im glad you got it fixed!

  • @bradduffield9603
    @bradduffield9603 Год назад

    Thanks for the excellent explanation of fixing shifter slop

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад

      Youre very welcome Brad...glad to help!

  • @sandman5m
    @sandman5m 2 месяца назад

    Thanks a lot for this video I have a 2013 FLHTC and this just happened to me last week as far as everything seems to be slipping on the shaft I tried to tighten down to make sure everything was tighten down onto the shaft but everything still slips when I try to shift. So again thank you very much for this video

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 месяца назад +1

      yeah its pretty common just read the comments under this video alone...we change out a lot of them.

  • @biggheavy9890
    @biggheavy9890 4 года назад

    Brother I hope this is my problem. I just lost mine this morning and I'm pissed 😤. Great video...keep'em coming

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  4 года назад +1

      yeah man its really common issue...If you lost it then this was more than likely the problem. Just change it all out and you'll be good for another 2 years lol..they said they didnt upgrade any of the hardware even though they know its an issue.

  • @jmillen69
    @jmillen69 2 месяца назад

    Ty for showing how to do this my 2010 dyna is doing this exact thing. Will getting new shift shaft tomorrow from local Harley dealer

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 месяца назад

      yeah its an issue for sure..it seems HD fixed it in 2017 but all of the rest of us we have to keep replacing the...glad the video helped!

  • @dbedard01
    @dbedard01 5 лет назад

    Had the exact issue, didn't fall off but stripped enough I couldn't change gears. Great video that helped make the replacement of the shaft and shifter simple and fast. I love it when a fix is straightforward and does the job! Why is it Harley allowed this simple mechanical issue to persist through so many year of bikes??? Why can't someone make a set of hardened parts that will not wear out every 10 years??

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      I agree...when I purchased these parts I went back and asked my buddy in service if the parts had improved or if they were the same ones I was replacing. He said its the same parts. Then he said they keep a ton of them in stock because guys are replacing them all the time. I said dont you think if it was this big of an issue there should be a recall? He just laughed and said good luck .In 2017 they did manage to change they way this is mounted up but I have to see if it "fixed" the issue.

    • @Todesjaeger00
      @Todesjaeger00 2 года назад

      Engineered obsolescence.... its the way of the world these days... Keeps them in business when stuff breaks...

  • @bobbyruth8201
    @bobbyruth8201 5 лет назад

    This happened to me on my 2016 Road Glide Ultra last year on I-65 on a Sunday afternoon. Stranded my wife and I on the side of the highway halfway between Louisville and Bowling Green . Fortunately bike was still under warranty and Louisville H-D brought me out the two parts I needed to repair it myself ( I carry enough tools for minor repairs). Oh and did I mention we were traveling from our home in Rochester NY to Clarksville TN. Was not one of our fondest memories to say the least.

  • @timpeterson7092
    @timpeterson7092 Год назад

    great video , I have a 2013 electra glide ultra, I have replaced the shaft and slop is stil there but not as much, i am thinking maybe the bushings need replacing also...

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад

      You cna change the bushingsthere will be a little slop in there, its not completely tight even from the factory.

    • @timpeterson7092
      @timpeterson7092 Год назад

      @@sikbaggers ,thank you....🤘🤘🤘

  • @dshermanct
    @dshermanct 5 лет назад

    Thank you very much for this video. I thought I was going to have to shell big bucks to fix this. Then I watched your video and I was able to fix it myself. Very grateful.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      Thank you Dan, im glad it helped and got you back on the road..best yet you saved some bucks!

  • @markh5928
    @markh5928 3 года назад +1

    Just found this gem, after finding my ‘14 Ultra Limited’s arm wobbling like an 18 y/o after their first happy hour. Will pull it apart & likely go with the shaft. Didn’t look closer, but wonder if the problem is with hardness in shaft? Bike only has 10k miles on it

  • @sable558
    @sable558 3 года назад

    Thank you for this video. Even though i don’t own a harley, i now know how the mechanisms work on my honda cbr

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      hey thanks for checking out the channel. much appreciated

  • @daviddetorres2667
    @daviddetorres2667 5 лет назад

    Great instruction and video. I had to replace the shift shaft, front shift lever and the toe shift ($113.00) that I picked up at local HD.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you...very glad it helped you...I see a ton of these...glad you fixed it before you lost it.

  • @rgnew1657
    @rgnew1657 2 года назад

    Thanks for the video tutorial. I’ll definitely be checking mine often!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 года назад

      thanks for chekcing it out Rob! Not a bad idea, for the price, to keep an extra and some tol sin the ole saddlebag either.

  • @doulos77
    @doulos77 4 года назад

    THANKS for making the video. haven't had an issue yet but i know it's coming. going to be proactive and switch out shifter rod

  • @LiamLittleDrummerBoy
    @LiamLittleDrummerBoy Год назад

    EXCELLENT video, thoroughly explained the how and why about these parts. I found the video after getting ready to take a ride with my 6 y/o. The foot pedals just sheared off trying to find neutral. I imagine if it had happened while riding, it could be fairly dangerous! Blessed that it happened before the ride. And I’m happy to now have the knowledge and ability to fix and prevent this in the future.
    My question now is…has any aftermarket company come up with a better option? My bike is a 2011 FLHX

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад +1

      Thank you for your kind words about the video and I'm glad it helped you understand the issue with your Harley's shift shaft. It's fortunate that the foot pedals sheared off before your ride, as it could indeed have been dangerous if it happened while you were riding. It's great that you now have the knowledge and ability to fix and prevent this problem in the future. As far as the replacement...I havent had one come back after installing the Drag Specialties shift shaft...here is the part www.denniskirk.com/drag-specialties/shifter-shaft-1602-0873.p577379.prd/577379.sku its a matter of time to tell if it holds up better than the OEM one.

  • @caeser7
    @caeser7 4 года назад +1

    Great Video. Just replaced mine . Back on the road. Thanks much!

  • @dkb194
    @dkb194 4 года назад

    Had my rear shifter come off while riding on 2008 Street Glide. Went to put it in first from stop and it just fell forward. Managed to get it barely back on and limped home 10 miles in second. I spent many hours under the bike to get a new arm back on without taking off the whole primary. Had to spread the rear arm to get it on. Lets hope I get a few more years.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  4 года назад

      Yeah man ive seen it happen a lot...its no joke when your on the side of the road either. Glad you got it fixed!

  • @badbob
    @badbob 2 года назад

    Thanks brother. I’m going out to check mine now. A very nicely done, quick and to the point video. Appreciate it.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 года назад

      Glad it helped Bob...very common issue but easily fixed.

  • @LTFIRE64
    @LTFIRE64 4 года назад

    My bad day was today, stranded on the highway. It happed just as you described, never knew this was an issue. This is a 2016 FLTRU that just had a 20K service at harley about 1000 miles ago, hoping the repair will not be too expensive.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  4 года назад +1

      I think the parts were about 100 bucks or so.,..not sure what they charge for labor but it shouldn't be more than an hour...its really easy to change. Glad you found the issue....its a pretty crap day when it happens for sure.

    • @LTFIRE64
      @LTFIRE64 4 года назад

      @@sikbaggers Repair with parts and labor from Harley came to $148.78. The hassle of the day and tow came to more than the repair. I'm glad I found your channel, stay safe my friend.

  • @qthebikeahaulic
    @qthebikeahaulic 3 года назад

    Had mine fly off on I-80 at 75mph on my old bike 01' electra glide ultra couch. It was NOT sloppy before hand. The shifter side bolt was still in the shifter when I picked it up off the road. The bolt is fully threaded and the threads sheared off inside the groove allowing it to vibrate off.
    Solution is to use a hardened shank bolt. That way a full solid shank is in the groove not a few threads that wear over time.
    2 ways to accomplish this seeing as no one makes a bolt this exact size.
    Example # 1) Take a same diameter solid shank bolt longer than the stock bolt and cut it to correct length, then thread the end.
    Example # 2) drill out shifter lever and back lever threads and put in a correct diameter solid shank bolt with threads that start past the other end then add a washer, lock washer, nut, cap nut . You can get this bolt at any hardware store. Yes this looks like over kill but it worked for me for 3 years before I did example #1.
    Metric bikes use aluminum shift levers that partially crush on the steel shift rod, not steel on steel like Harley's and they use solid shank bolts. Both my dirt bikes, KTM 690 and my 1st gen KLR 650 Kawasaki have this setup. Hope this helps somebody.

  • @jackjensen5093
    @jackjensen5093 2 месяца назад

    Great Video, I subscribed. 2007 Road King, the aftermarket heel shifter is giving me problems. Heading out to the garage now to look closer at all this. Thank you for adding the part numbers. May I ask a dumb question? Does HD have both a service manual and a parts manual?? For instance, in the boating world, Mercury marine publishes both a service manual AND a parts manual. The parts manual is a must have. Thank you!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 месяца назад

      Sorry for the late reply...been at Tail Of The Dragon for a week. You can see all of the parts numbers here at this link, put in your year and bike and then you can open each section of the bike and scroll down to see part numbers partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche.com/ronnies/showmodel.asp

  • @superduty131
    @superduty131 5 лет назад

    Great info for sure....My 13 RG had that issue and left me having to shift by hand by leaning over and grabbing the lever to get it to the shop. You are correct on the fix from HD. I just purchased a 19 RGU and changed out the levers and noticed that the stock hrdwr has been improved. Not threaded into levers but using captive nylock nuts and the levers are aluminum now. The 19s have alot of little improvements that I was not aware of but overall makes the bike that much better. Thanks.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад +1

      Yes sir....It was one of the first things I noticed on the 17 ups...they seem to have lined out the issue but man it took a few years...lots of guys riding the 14 to 16s now and this is for sure something to be aware of.

  • @tobyratcliffe4534
    @tobyratcliffe4534 3 года назад

    I had a full strip happen on the way of of four corners monument headed towards the grand canyon. I figured out how to jockey shift grabbing the shift rod with my hand to get me 3 hours down the road to the next HD shop.

  • @warrengilley6980
    @warrengilley6980 2 года назад

    Excellent video in great easy to follow detail, this guy right here sends many thanks brother and safe travels!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 года назад +1

      Thank you Bro! Glad it helped and always, be safe!

  • @rayw2715
    @rayw2715 3 года назад

    Great video. Very helpful.
    I replaced the shift lever shaft and while retightening the pinch bolt on the inner shift lever I snapped the head off the pinch bolt. Overzealous I suppose.
    Luckily I was able to remove the shift lever and only needed to replace the bolt.
    Maybe it was just time for a new bolt? 😂

  • @stevesotelo5755
    @stevesotelo5755 Год назад

    Hey Steve how’s it going.
    Is there any aftermarket for the shaft and shift levers that you would recommend?
    Thx

  • @mikejw58
    @mikejw58 2 года назад

    Thank you sir for this video. Excellently done. This is definitely something that needs to get done on my 2013 TK. As far as that rear lever goes. I have tried to get to the bolt that holds the rear lever on (the one behind the primary) and I cant see or get to that bolt at all. It just seems to be at a really tight angle. Second, I'm hearing a noise thats coming from some kind of slop but not sure if its the slop in the gear shift levers. When I'm coasting in gear, no power applied, and then I accelerate I hear a clank like as if slack in the primary chain is being taken up or maybe something else. I could try this fix but I have a feel I'm in for a whole lot more and thinking of just taking it to the stealership.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 года назад

      More than likely it is your compensator...check out videos on replacing your comp with a Man O War compensator......if its got slack in it now itll soon go

    • @mikejw58
      @mikejw58 2 года назад

      @@sikbaggers Thanks bro. I had the dealership test ride it yesterday. On the ride out, I noticed its most noticeable in 5th gear so I told them that. After the ride he said it could be the compensatory or the main bearing (Och). I'm thinking of riding it until I hear it getting worse. What would happen if the compensator goes? Am I calling a tow truck? Will I hear something that tells me I better get back home before I'm stuck?

  • @kiloindiaalphasierra4298
    @kiloindiaalphasierra4298 5 лет назад +1

    Mine has some slight play in it, no where near like yours did. Since mine is already a little wiggly should I replace it? Great step-by-step video!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you! Much appreciated. Itll have some very slight play in as the shaft just rides in that casing...just make sure everything is tight...Mine was pretty sloppy loose and I didnt loose it...but I had the second one on hand just in case as I knew it was going bad.

  • @evofxrp
    @evofxrp 5 лет назад +18

    The problem is not in the design. It’s the materials. You have aluminum or pot metal tightening down onto hardened steel. The soft metal is going to wear down easily and become loose.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад +10

      In 2017 they changed the design, same materials, different design. No more issues. However I do agree with you, thats basic physics at work on these parts and the whole thing should have been thought out a lot better than it was. Its cost the touring model owners a substantial a mount of their own money to fix. For what we pay for these..thats unacceptable in my opinion.

    • @dinshak86
      @dinshak86 2 года назад +1

      @@sikbaggers I agree with you...Harley owners chug out alot of money for their machines and after that they still have to face inferior design or parts or ancient tech, then Harley really needs to look into it seriously.

    • @daveg5011
      @daveg5011 Год назад

      Question: does the 3 bolts come with the replacement shaft IF NOT WHY NOT

    • @todddomke3063
      @todddomke3063 4 месяца назад +1

      That's because we lost MADE IN DETROIT and all the people who were real machinists not computer designers.

  • @Returntoorigins
    @Returntoorigins Год назад

    Excellent video. I just had a bad day on I395 VA

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Год назад

      I hate to hear it...this video here has several comments with the same outcome..its sad that HD will not recall this..it happens al lot!

  • @skiphavener4688
    @skiphavener4688 3 года назад

    Great video but I also had to replace the 2 bushings in the primary. Really made a difference !

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      Yes...sometimes thats necessary but out of all the ones i have changed maybe 2 in 20 have needed the bushings. glad you got it lined out.

  • @paulmorrison1009
    @paulmorrison1009 8 месяцев назад

    Great tip buddy. Going to to start checking 👍👍👍

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  8 месяцев назад

      thank you paul...if you read the comments here you will see in the last 4 years since I released this video its a pretty common thing to happen...always good to keep a spare in the saddlebag or make sure yours is tight...thanks for checking it out!

  • @davidpelletier7409
    @davidpelletier7409 2 года назад

    Hey Steve, Awesome video as usually, thanks That happen to me yesterday.. luckily was just down the street from home. Time to get that replaced.

  • @almach5
    @almach5 4 года назад

    First time viewer of your video. Nice job, easy to follow along... I'm a new fan! I'm looking to change out my shifter linkage on my 2014 Street Glide Special. I like the one on your ride.

  • @RafaelJimenez-hz9gu
    @RafaelJimenez-hz9gu 2 года назад

    Sir quick ?
    My 2015 ultra has the bolt for the heel shifter from the bottom up.
    My question is which way do I turn the bolt to loosen it?
    Thank you.

  • @kakarote2277
    @kakarote2277 5 лет назад

    Excellent video!! My friends Road King has that exact problem. Now i know what to do to fix it!! Thanks!!!!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      Yes pretty common issue and pretty easy to fix. Glad you guys caught it before it was too late!

  • @paulrichardson5080
    @paulrichardson5080 4 года назад

    Excellent video! Thank you! You are very informative and directly to the task at hand. I really appreciate that! So many folks like to just flat out talk too much. LOL! Thanks again. Y'all stay safe and well.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  4 года назад

      Hey Paul thank you man..much appreciated and im glad the video helped....stay safe out there!

  • @raybrodiejr7065
    @raybrodiejr7065 3 года назад +1

    I fixed mine. I had it happen to me 5 times. You can fix it at home.

  • @SmOoThYwOoDy
    @SmOoThYwOoDy 3 года назад

    @SIK Baggers, I have a 09 eletra glide. Would the part number be the same as yours? Mine is just slightly lose, but after seeing your video I want to fix mine right away. Thank you for the detailed information in your videos.

  • @benpadilla157
    @benpadilla157 5 лет назад

    Thanks brother very informative video I will go home an check on mine when I get back home to Missouri thanks again I am fan of this channel

  • @CBRR10011
    @CBRR10011 5 лет назад

    Steven I ride a Victory, on our trip 2017 we had three of my friends Harley go down because of this, we was on the side of the highway repairing the shift linkage just so we can make to a shop that was one crazy day not 1 but 3 bikes it was about 20 bikes ...now all my Harley brothers carry spare shifter and shaft

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад

      Holy cow man I bet that was a long day...terrible design for sure...at least they tried to fix the issue in 17. Always smart to carry a few extra parts and some cheap tools in the bags for sure.

  • @Bionic_man09
    @Bionic_man09 3 года назад

    Mine is loose like that and I believe it’s what is causing my heel toe shifter to not be able to catch on the splines causing the shifters to just freely move without shifting. The rear shaft is good and tight

  • @MoeLarrycurly1
    @MoeLarrycurly1 5 лет назад

    On my 09 touring bike I drilled that support for the shaft and put zerk fitting .. my 93 already had that installed from the factory I think they get cheaper by not putting the fitting in there so I made the correction 👍🏼

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  5 лет назад +1

      Absolutely ...the zerk fitting was a good call.

  • @gk242-kz7em
    @gk242-kz7em Месяц назад

    Hey great vid very informative. So you mentioned the back one being a ton of money to fix. That's the one that is sloppy on mine. Do you have a how-to on doing that one?

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  Месяц назад

      Im sorry I dont...havent had to change one in a while.

    • @gk242-kz7em
      @gk242-kz7em Месяц назад

      @@sikbaggers gotcha hey thank you for responding. Very good info. Thanks

  • @frankpeletz1818
    @frankpeletz1818 6 месяцев назад

    I'm glad HD changed the shift lever design from the early models (1992) so they actually tighten now instead of wobbling around and eating the splines.

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  6 месяцев назад

      yes they did make a major change in them and they should have recalled these...they knew it was an issue and did nothing about expect provide the exact part to replace it with and let it break again and again..it was a money maker for HD

  • @kyleharmer9213
    @kyleharmer9213 3 года назад +1

    Great video. No nonsense no bullshit!

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      Thank you...glad it helped.

  • @markgaston3824
    @markgaston3824 4 года назад

    New subscriber I just purchased a used 2011 Road King flhr I noticed on the test ride that front part of my foot was not catching the front gear shift lever unless I kind of pigeon toed my left foot in which makes uncomfortable while driving around in town due to the fact of constantly having to shift gears. So today I got a chance to look at it I noticed that the shaft that you replaced in your video was sticking out past the front gear lever which I assume after watching your video is where the rear gear shift lever would have been. What is happening now is that shaft is constantly hitting the inside Arch of my foot is there any way to place another spacer on the gear shift shaft so that the front gear lever will become flush with the shaft? Or do they make a front gear shift lever where that part of the lever that the front of your foot uses is longer or wider I'm not sure how correctly to put that?
    I appreciate any kind of help of information that you can offer.

  • @jamesconn1104
    @jamesconn1104 3 года назад

    Great vid !! my slack or slop seems to be front to back, like nearly an inch i replace the shift shaft today . 91 flhs 57 k miles , it dont want to shift, tranny full & clean primary good , adjusted clutch still aint right shift levers tight , any advice would be appreciated Thank You !! tried adjusting linkage with no luck tryin maybe to reduced slack

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  3 года назад

      There are two bushings inside there..have you checked to see if they are wore out? That could be an issue on 91 for sure.

  • @raymondpontremoli4500
    @raymondpontremoli4500 3 года назад

    Oh other thing you might want to try....It worked for me great. When you take the "shift shaft" out next time..drill and tap one wall of the sleeve for a zerk grease fitting. I did that to mine and every so often I hook up the grease gun and shoot in some new grease. You would be surprised the amount of water that pushes out . Not sure why Harley didn't do that from the beginning.

  • @fastcarmagnum
    @fastcarmagnum 2 года назад

    Great video but I still have a question. Exactly what part wore down?

    • @sikbaggers
      @sikbaggers  2 года назад +1

      the spline wears out and the bolts wont hold the shifter levers

  • @rex0370
    @rex0370 9 месяцев назад

    I’m struggling getting the shift lever off. What tools/size works. Can I do it with an Allen wrench? When I put a bit in there I can’t seem to fit it. I turn the drill and it isn’t coming out. I just feel like I’m stripping it.