Replacing the front drive belt sprocket

[Cabreco]

One last thing. Would you recommend just getting the OEM 40210-85D or are the other brands that would be as reliable?
I see there are many brands like Andrews, V Twin, Biker's Choice & Twin power also Aluminum ones with steel splines etc. but being I am a HD newbie I have no clue as to brand quality.

Are there any I should avoid?

[Deye76]

I've heard the alum ones don't last.

[Tynker]

Don't put it back together using the stock nut, visit the 3guys and get their Sprocket Lock Nut

http://www.3guyz.com/vtwin-motorcycles-topmenu#!/Sprocket-Lock-Nuts/p/6500822/category=1575036

DUDE! This is AWESOME!!
This is exactly what I was envisioning. I was considering welding the nut to a stainless retaining plate and drilling out the holes to attach it to the sprocket. For $25 bucks I don't have to sweat the fabrication!
EXCELLENT THANKS!

It looks like the shiftier has got some slack in it. Now would be a good time to replace the allen bolt, with a 5/16 X 24 thread X 1" long grade 8 bolt, and tighten the hell out of it.

[Cabreco]

It looks like the shiftier has got some slack in it. Now would be a good time to replace the allen bolt, with a 5/16 X 24 thread X 1" long grade 8 bolt, and tighten the hell out of it.

Good eye Earl. Yes the shifter is sloppy and even after I tightened it to death it still had a slight slack. The teeth on the shifter are worn, the shaft is good...new one ordered.

[Cabreco]

Job done. All in all it wasn't a very difficult job (once you loosen the compensator & clutch bolts)
Bike is all back together and all the clicking noises have disappeared.

As always, You guys were a great help. Now on to replacing the oil pump gaskets which are leaking!

[Dan89flstc]

I was hoping so save the cost of the pulley since my OEM one is literally in perfect shape.

No, it is not "literally in perfect shape".

That old pulley, spacer etc are JUNK.

Replace them with `95 model year parts, or you will be back in there again.

You got lucky this time.

[Cabreco]

No, it is not "literally in perfect shape".

That old pulley, spacer etc are JUNK.

Replace them with `95 model year parts, or you will be back in there again.

You got lucky this time.

I ordered a 95 pulley from New Castle Harley saved $60. The minute I opened the package I immediately saw the thickness of the teeth in the hub. While I was in there I also replaced all the seals to insure I WON'T be back in there again. lol

[Hossamania]

No, it is not "literally in perfect shape".

That old pulley, spacer etc are JUNK.

Replace them with `95 model year parts, or you will be back in there again.

You got lucky this time.

I ordered a 95 pulley from New Castle Harley saved $60. The minute I opened the package I immediately saw the thickness of the teeth in the hub. While I was in there I also replaced all the seals to insure I WON'T be back in there again. lol

Well, a small drip spot on the floor after a ride isn't unusual, even after replacing all the seals. A bit frustrating, yes. But not unusual. Until it starts running out, I wouldn't worry about it. Mines going on over 12 years of a drip. It's on my list....

[Burnout]

A small drip is a sign that something is coming apart or isn't right, it is not normal or acceptable.

Keep riding it and it may become a larger issue or worse yet come apart a long way from home.

While that loose pulley may not leak much when parked, meanwhile it is wearing out the splines on 5th gear.

Replacing 5th gear means gutting the trans, inner & outer primary, and probably the exhaust, to get to it $$$.

[Cabreco]

A small drip is a sign that something is coming apart or isn't right, it is not normal or acceptable.

Keep riding it and it may become a larger issue or worse yet come apart a long way from home.

While that loose pulley may not leak much when parked, meanwhile it is wearing out the splines on 5th gear.

Replacing 5th gear means gutting the trans, inner & outer primary, and probably the exhaust, to get to it $$$.

This bike leaks like an old woman with a bladder problem. The trans checks out, the leak appears to be coming from the oil pump gaskets & is traveling to the left side when on its side stand. It is now on the lift table and the leaking is all on the right.

I'll be patient with her for a bit more but at this rate if it continues I will cut my losses & buy a newer one