905040 Gear, starter shaft
Fits: 65-82 FL; 71-84 FX; 80-83 FXWG; 80-…
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Specifications
- Brand
- MCS
- Part Number
- 905040
- OEM Reference
- 31485-65
- Pack Quantity
- Each
- Category
- Starter Motors
- VAT Rate
- 20%
About This Product
When your starter starts making that dreaded grinding noise, it is often the starter shaft gear that has seen better days. This MCS starter shaft gear is a standard replacement part designed specifically for rear chain drive models. It fits a wide range of vintage iron, including 1965 to 1982 FL models, 1971 to 1984 FX models, 1980 to 1983 FXWG, and 1980 to 1984 Touring and FXR models. It also fits 1985 to 1986 FXST Softails, provided they are chain drive. This gear serves as a direct replacement for OEM part numbers 31485-65 and 905040, ensuring reliable engagement and getting your motor turning over smoothly again.
Manufacturer part number: 905040.
Fitment
57 models65-82 FL; 71-84 FX; 80-83 FXWG; 80-84 FLT/Touring; FXR; 85-86 FXST. (Chain drive models only)
Electra Glide 16 models
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1978 | Electra Glide FLH 80 FLH-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1975–1980 | Electra Glide FLH-1200 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1979–1980 | Electra Glide FLH-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1975 | Electra Glide FLHF |
| Harley-Davidson | 1977 | Electra Glide FLHS-1200 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1980 | Electra Glide FLHS-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1979–1980 | Glide Classic FLHC-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1982 | Police Electra Glide FLH-1200 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1982 | Police Electra Glide FLH-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1979–1980 | Police FLH-1200 FLH-1200 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1980 | Touring Electra Glide Classic FHL-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1979 | Touring Electra Glide Classic FLHC-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1980 | Touring Electra Glide FL-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1978–1982 | Touring Electra Glide FLH-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1977 | Touring Electra Glide Sport FLHS-1200 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1980 | Touring Electra Glide Sport FLHS-80 |
FXR 3 models
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1982–1984 | FXR Low Glide FXRS |
| Harley-Davidson | 1982–1983 | FXR Super Glide FXR |
| Harley-Davidson | 1983–1984 | FXR Touring FXRT |
FXR Police 1 model
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1984–1990 | Police Low Rider FXRP |
Low Rider 2 models
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1977–1979 | FX Super Glide FXS-1200 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1979–1980 | FX Super Glide FXS-80 |
Police 1 model
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1975 | Glide Police FL |
Police Electra Glide 1 model
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1979–1980 | Police FLH 80 FLHP-80 |
Softail 10 models
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1983 | Dyna Glide Glide Custom FXDG |
| Harley-Davidson | 1983–1984 | FX Low Rider FXSB |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1985 | FX Super Glide Fat Bob FXEF |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1984 | FX Super Glide FXE |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1982 | FX Super Glide FXS |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1984 | FX Wide Glide FXWG |
| Harley-Davidson | 1986 | Softail Custom FXSTC |
| Harley-Davidson | 1986 | Softail Heritage FLST |
| Harley-Davidson | 1984–1986 | Softail Standard FXST |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1982 | Super Glide B80 FXB |
Super Glide 6 models
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1979–1980 | FX Super Glide Fat Bob FXEF-1200 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1979–1980 | FX Super Glide Fat Bob FXEF-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1976–1980 | FX Super Glide FXE-1200 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1983–1984 | FX Super Glide FXS-80 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1976–1978 | Super Glide 1200 FX-1200 |
| Harley-Davidson | 1980 | Super Glide B80 FXB-80 |
Tour Glide 3 models
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1979–1980 | Tour Glide FLT |
| Harley-Davidson | 1980 | Touring Tour Glide FLT |
| Harley-Davidson | 1983 | Touring Tour Glide FLTD |
Touring 12 models
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1982 | Electra Glide FLH |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981 | Electra Glide FLHS |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981 | Glide Classic FLHC |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981 | Glide Classic FLTC |
| Harley-Davidson | 1982 | Tour Glide Classic FLT |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981 | Tour Glide FLT |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1982 | Touring Electra Glide Classic FLHC |
| Harley-Davidson | 1984 | Touring Electra Glide Classic FLHTC |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1982 | Touring Electra Glide Sport FLHS |
| Harley-Davidson | 1983 | Touring Electra Glide Standard FLHT |
| Harley-Davidson | 1980–1984 | Touring Tour Glide Classic FLTC |
| Harley-Davidson | 1981–1983 | Touring Tour Glide FLT |
Wide Glide 1 model
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1980 | FX Wide Glide FXWG-80 |
74CI (1200CC) OHV Twin 1 model
| Brand | Year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson | 1978 | Electra Glide FLH |
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