Still working fine,...no hint of dieseling noise returning.
Beyond that, my other observation is that the on throttle/off throttle transition seems to be just a bit smoother with the Polish primary spline adapter installed.
I've tried to keep a smooth wrist on the throttle ever since I found out about the primary spline issue on the 2003/2004 models. It's become a bit secondary to me to do so,...just to keep it from experiencing un-necessary stress.
But that doesn't mean that I'm easy on the bike.
I don't abuse it, but I've always ridden my bikes somewhat enthusiastically.
Most of my miles since the change to the polish adapted have been on the interstate and I usually hold it around 85 mph,..with occasional short dashes exceeding that figure.
I've ran the bike a bit more briskly since installing the new adapter just because if its got any surprises in store, I want to find out as soon as possible.
But all I have to report is *zip*.
It works great, runs quiet and smooth.
Installing it is pretty much a no brainer for anyone who can glom onto an impact wrench for an hour or so.
I bought an electric one from Harbor Freight for $50 that seemed to do a good job.
My opinion is,...if you own a 2003 or 2004 model, you need to get one of these improved primary spline adapters in it as soon as possible.
I can't say for absolutely certain, but my gut feeling is, they reduce stress on the entire primary shaft assembly,..including the bearing.
Beyond that, my other observation is that the on throttle/off throttle transition seems to be just a bit smoother with the Polish primary spline adapter installed.
I've tried to keep a smooth wrist on the throttle ever since I found out about the primary spline issue on the 2003/2004 models. It's become a bit secondary to me to do so,...just to keep it from experiencing un-necessary stress.
But that doesn't mean that I'm easy on the bike.
I don't abuse it, but I've always ridden my bikes somewhat enthusiastically.
Most of my miles since the change to the polish adapted have been on the interstate and I usually hold it around 85 mph,..with occasional short dashes exceeding that figure.
I've ran the bike a bit more briskly since installing the new adapter just because if its got any surprises in store, I want to find out as soon as possible.
But all I have to report is *zip*.
It works great, runs quiet and smooth.
Installing it is pretty much a no brainer for anyone who can glom onto an impact wrench for an hour or so.
I bought an electric one from Harbor Freight for $50 that seemed to do a good job.
My opinion is,...if you own a 2003 or 2004 model, you need to get one of these improved primary spline adapters in it as soon as possible.
I can't say for absolutely certain, but my gut feeling is, they reduce stress on the entire primary shaft assembly,..including the bearing.
