So my new 2006 Electra (110 mi) just destroyed the sprag clutch. Being rather new at this, I stalled after riding about 20 miles, so everything was warm and running fine. When I tried to use the ES (I was at an intersection, naturally) I heard this awful grinding noise and no start. I picked this time for my first really successful kick start while sitting on the bike, and rode the 1/2 mile home and shut it down.
I assume the sprag clutch is covered under warranty, and while I wouldn't mind replacing it myself, I don't know if I'm ready to buy the necessary RE tools to remove the primary to get at the sprag clutch. Since my dealer is about an hour's drive (almost 2 enjoyable hours by RE), I would prefer to ride over and let him do the first one. My question is: If I just open up the primary outer cover, will I be able to get all of the potential metal chips out, so that by using the KS only, I can get the bike running and ride it to the dealer. I'm assuming that much riding after a sprag clutch self destructs without removing the metal chips is probably not a good idea. The other option would be to rent a trailer and haul it there.
Advice on this is appreciated.
Thanks,