Transmission noise - knocking sound

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heyhey15

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I took my bike in to the dealer today and one of their techs took a look at it. They heard what I've heard for some time now - a knocking sound coming from in the transmission.

The tech suggested I not worry about it - "it's the shifter dogs knocking while the bike's in neutral"

Anyone ever hear of this before? I've been riding Harley's for 20 years and never heard this noise before. Good news - I still have 14 months of warranty left but . . .
 
I think I would get a second opinion. It is not normal for the transmission to knock when in neutral. I would be concerned about taking it on any kind of trip for fear of being stranded somewhere.
 
If the shifter dogs are knocking in neutral, then there is a problem causing it...

When in neutral the shift dogs should be clear of the gear they mesh with when a gear has been selected. I'd go to some one who wants your warranty work. Actually, I would pull the tranny apart and find out what the problem is myself...
 
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