If you have a 2007 or later Harley Big Twin you more than likely have had issues with a noise in your primary when you shut your engine off. This noise occurs when the factory compensator returns to its lowest position.
I had one replaced under warranty on my 2009 FLHTC and later had to replace it again with the Screaming Eagle Compensator, which was supposed to cure the problems but did not. I was getting noise again with the most recent compensator installed, when I got the opportunity to install one of the new BAKER 630-67K Compensators.
This compensator uses the tried and true pre 2007 cam lobe geometry with patent pending modifications to the motor shaft extension. The compensator sprocket has holes in it and the spring cup assembly has channels directing oil to the cam lobes, improving function, quieter operation, and extending durability over the stock factory design.
The kit includes an engine Extension Shaft, 34 Tooth Compensating Sprocket, Cam Slider, Spring Cup Assembly and a special 9/16-12 Hardened Hex Bolt.
Items not included include a new primary cover gasket and 45 ounces of Primary Lubricant in touring models or 40 ounces in Softail/Dyna models. Baker and I recommend SPECTRO Heavy Duty Primary Fluid.
I strongly recommend that you also have a service manual for your specific year and model motorcycle.
You will need a 9/16-12 Bottoming Tap, a 1/2 drive 1-1/2 socket, a #40 Torex or a 13/16 socket depending on which one is holding the compensator to the engine shaft, a 1/2-inch impact wrench, 1/2-drive torque wrench capable of at least 140-foot-pounds, primary drive locking tool, 3/8 drive torque wrench, propane torch, red Loctite and some other basic hand tools.
Start off by draining the primary fluid while removing the left saddlebag and side cover to get to the main fuse. Remove the seat and the battery ground cable.
On this motorcycle the left front floorboard and heel shifter have to be removed to get the outer primary cover off. Care should be taken when removing the primary cover as there will still be oil in it even after draining.
