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11-06-2012, 02:11 PM
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FNG :)
Join Date: Apr 2012
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clutch service
I have a 07 softail custom and need to change the clutch fluid.
I have no access plate on the cover,what do i have to do to change the clutch fluid.
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11-06-2012, 02:19 PM
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IronButt
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: michigan
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Use the derby cover
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11-06-2012, 03:04 PM
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IronButt
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Virginia
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You are talking about your primary fluid, right? If so, drain your primary case via the small drain plug at the bottom rear section of the primary. As the previous post mentions, remove your derby cover (clutch inspection cover) and fill the primary case until fluid is covering the bottom portion of the clutch assembly (just before the rim of the opening, while the bike is upright - not on the stand). Do not re-use the derby cover gasket - get a new one. Also; invest in a shop manual - you'll thank yourself later.
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11-06-2012, 04:28 PM
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IronButt
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Ct.
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Fill it to this level.
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11-07-2012, 09:24 AM
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Poser
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unless the OP has an hydraulic clutch...
rkc
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11-07-2012, 10:33 AM
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not sober all the time
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dirtybrain
invest in a shop manual - you'll thank yourself later.
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 If you are not a highly skilled Harley tech (and probably even if you are) get the service manual, parts manual and electrical manual before working on your scoot.
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11-07-2012, 01:34 PM
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IronButt
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11-07-2012, 04:04 PM
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IronButt
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Road King Cole
unless the OP has an hydraulic clutch...
rkc
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What has that got to do with the primary lube?
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11-07-2012, 04:55 PM
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Poser
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The OP said "clutch fluid"...then primary fluid was assumed by everyone.
And another "agree" here for getting a service manual.
rkc
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"enjoy every sandwich" - W Zevon
2001 FLHR (carb) w 95" 26g cam and a head job.
Corbin Classic Solo
V&H Big Shot Duals w "Quiet" Baffles
16" Wild 1 chubby's
TWR stabilizer
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11-07-2012, 05:23 PM
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IronButt
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Road King Cole
The OP said "clutch fluid"...then primary fluid was assumed by everyone.
rkc
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Doh...
I was thinking the op meant primary fluid, without even considering a hydraulic clutch.
Good thing somebody is paying attention... 
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11-07-2012, 05:57 PM
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IronButt
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kent County, Ontario Canada
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Road King Cole
The OP said "clutch fluid"...then primary fluid was assumed by everyone.
And another "agree" here for getting a service manual.
rkc
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Ill second that ... when someone mentions Fluid my thought is slave cylinder as in brake fluid-master cylinder.
When Oil is mentioned I think primary oil.
Good analysis Cole ... Your quick on the draw
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11-07-2012, 07:05 PM
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IronButt
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rollmeaway
Ill second that ... when someone mentions Fluid my thought is slave cylinder as in brake fluid-master cylinder.
When Oil is mentioned I think primary oil.
Good analysis Cole ... Your quick on the draw
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That makes good sense, but some of us use ATF in the primary...
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11-07-2012, 07:32 PM
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IronButt
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Indiana
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Take out the primary drain plug, which is obviously on the bottom side and towards the back of the outer primary housing. And the other guys are right, if you plan on doing your own work get you a factory service manual.
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11-07-2012, 07:57 PM
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IronButt
Join Date: Oct 2010
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dan89FLSTC
That makes good sense, but some of us use ATF in the primary... |
That is so true Dan, when it comes to reading on the computer it is thought process & habits that determine how we interpret what is written. There is no right nor is there no wrong much like you have pointed out about Trans Fluid. I can totally understand how you would interpret the OP's question & process your evaluation of the question.
 Now ya mention it ...  I've presently got a skirt who's pissy at me because of interpretation but in time I'm sure she will come down off her cloud...
Cheers .... 
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We never even said a word,
We just walked out and got on that bike
And we rolled...
And we rolled...... clean out of sight
Dare...
2000 FXST - Carbed
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