[Nutt2336]

So the two questions I would ask....
1. Is it possible to retrofit the part to 17-18 models?
2. How much is the part? Installed?

Thanks for putting this info out.

 

[crazy4ink]

So the two questions I would ask....
1. Is it possible to retrofit the part to 17-18 models?
2. How much is the part? Installed?

Thanks for putting this info out.

- Yes, I believe it will fit all M8 equipped touring bikes.
- No idea on cost because no one had ever asked. Lol.
- Installation will depend on either your mechanical ability or what the hourly rate at your preferred shop is. The outer primary cover will have to be removed to gain enough room

 

[Clutched]

I see on another forum that you can retrofit the new spring on the 17 0r 18,its about $12 you will have to pull your derby cover to get to clutch basket an replace,I already changed my Clutch Lever to a Soft Brake Lever Cost me $50 but I am good to go now.Changing the spring would be the cheapest fix now.

 

[RGKen]

I see on another forum that you can retrofit the new spring on the 17 0r 18,its about $12 you will have to pull your derby cover to get to clutch basket an replace,I already changed my Clutch Lever to a Soft Brake Lever Cost me $50 but I am good to go now.Changing the spring would be the cheapest fix now.

Unless you have to pay to have it done and you can't do it just by removing the derby cover. You will have to remove the outer primary cover.

 

[crazy4ink]

I see on another forum that you can retrofit the new spring on the 17 0r 18,its about $12 you will have to pull your derby cover to get to clutch basket an replace,I already changed my Clutch Lever to a Soft Brake Lever Cost me $50 but I am good to go now.Changing the spring would be the cheapest fix now.

Unless you have to pay to have it done and you can't do it just by removing the derby cover. You will have to remove the outer primary cover.

what he said. You can’t physically change it through the derby cover opening.

 

[BigBlockBobby]

crazy4ink, thanks for the pic. I will try this on my wife's 18 street glide special very soon.
Any chance you have the part number?
Thanks for the info.

 

[Oldbie]

I took this screen shot this morning. This is right from the Technical Training slideshow that I had to watch per the MOCO.

Thanks

 

[KansasFLTRU]

- Installation will depend on either your mechanical ability or what the hourly rate at your preferred shop is. The outer primary cover will have to be removed to gain enough room

I’m already crossing my fingers for a video of the fix.

 

[crazy4ink]

crazy4ink, thanks for the pic. I will try this on my wife's 18 street glide special very soon.
Any chance you have the part number?
Thanks for the info.

No I don’t but I will see what I can find for you.

 

[chenner]

I have a '19 and the friction zone and clutch release point are both terrible. I haven't ridden an '18 so can't say whether there was an improvement but it's much harder to do slow speed maneuvers on this bike compared to my '13 Street Glide.

Already stalled twice doing a full lock u-turn because of the release point on the clutch and the narrow band of the friction point.

I've already ordered adjustable levers to remedy this.

 

[lp_]

I posted this mod on HDF. I put in the new damper seat and it works very well. The clutch engagement/disengagement is now about middle of the lever pull.

Whole job took about 1.5 hours. Pretty easy and well worth it...

2017/18 bikes came with damper seat part number: 37000036. 2019 bikes came with a new damper seat part number : 37000295 ($12.60).

Does not actually widen the friction zone as far as I can tell but, since it's closer to the grip, it feels easier to control...

 

[crazy4ink]

I have a '19 and the friction zone and clutch release point are both terrible. I haven't ridden an '18 so can't say whether there was an improvement but it's much harder to do slow speed maneuvers on this bike compared to my '13 Street Glide.

Already stalled twice doing a full lock u-turn because of the release point on the clutch and the narrow band of the friction point.

I've already ordered adjustable levers to remedy this.

Some of the low speed issues could also be the M8 versus the Twinkie. M8s like to have more throttle input than Twinkies.

 

[KansasFLTRU]

M8s like to have more throttle input than Twinkies.

TOTALLY agree with that observation. Noticed that from day 1. M8 tends to want to sputter in a low RPM load, and needs more revs, even if just taking off with turn involved. Have to stay focused on this, because I know the first time I forget, the bike might be going over.

 

[Buzzy]

So will this jutter change work on a 15 RGS?

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[crazy4ink]

So will this jutter change work on a 15 RGS?

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I’m not sure. I can look tomorrow and see. I can’t remember if a 15 has the slip assist clutch system or the transitional clutch plate spring, or if the parts would be interchangeable.

 

[BigBlockBobby]

I ordered two of these today. I will post some pics or video of how to do it if anyone would like to see.

 

[Oldbie]

I ordered two of these today. I will post some pics or video of how to do it if anyone would like to see.

Pics and/or video would be great.??

 

[Buzzy]

I’m not sure. I can look tomorrow and see. I can’t remember if a 15 has the slip assist clutch system or the transitional clutch plate spring, or if the parts would be interchangeable.

I'd appreciate it. And I don't know what clutch it has, the cvo is different than the special in 15 is all I know.
I found out it's not the slip assist.

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[BigBlockBobby]

OK, I will do a little how to for those that may want to do it. Still waiting on parts but I will try to do it sometime next week or so.

 

[JakeC7R]

OK, I will do a little how to for those that may want to do it. Still waiting on parts but I will try to do it sometime next week or so.

Very cool of you to do this, I for one am very interested! Thanks!