Listen I have a problem with 5 speed trans on my Road King. Every time I shift into second gear I have to press hard on the foot peg to get to second gear. All the rest of the gears are fine and smooth any advice would be appreciated. Thanks, Mike
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Mike, Always check pawl centering according to service manual and in third gear, make sure not to spin cam type bolt inward too much this is the most common cause for this problem. I would need to know mileage and condition of intermediate plate in center of clutch pack. Wrench Safe, FMH
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8 Responses to “Problem with 5 Speed Trans”
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