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| Subject | Date Asked |
| 79 harley fxe | 2/11/2012 |
| Q: When I first start my bike I notice a large puddle of oil under the bike coming from what appears to ... A: The problem is the oil tank sits higher than the motor. In the oil pump there is a ball and spring ... | |
| Lack of focus bites me again | 2/11/2012 |
| Q: Sir; I am attempting to rebuild the motor on my 2004 sportster.I disassembled the transmission gear ... A: Forgot to ask, do the gears have any numbers on them? If they do I can tell you which gear it is. I ... | |
| engine light | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: good afternoon i have a 2004 harley road king custom.It has approximately 12000 miles on the ... A: Heres what you are going to have to do. Your bike has alot of sensers to control the motor fuction. ... | |
| Light bar | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: Got a light bar for 99 fatboy. Do I take off the old bar blinkers and wire the new ones and ... A: To make the job look better I would follow the wires to the junction where they are wired in and ... | |
| 1972 sportster | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: Just bought this 72 sportster in pieces with rebuilt motor and trans but person says it wont stay in ... A: If the motor is sitting in the frame you can remove the plugs and rotate the motor at the rear tire ... | |
| starter on heritage | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: I'm pretty sure the starter is shot and not being an overly knowledgeable wrench turner, how ... A: Bendix is out of the starter, so yes it needs to be replaced. To change it out you have to remove ... | |
| 06 nightrain steering head adjust | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: with stock drag bars of 26 in. wide, front end will fall to either side too easily, it seems. I'm ... A: To check to see if they need adjusted, have the bike sitting on a stand where the front wheel is off ... | |
| 2005 Sportster Custom | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: Just discovered this website. My right turn signal has stopped working for no obvious reason. ... A: Did you check with a test light to see if you have power to the rear bulb that is not working? Slso, ... | |
| 2006 HD Dyna Low Rider FXDLI | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: I have a 2006 Dyna Low Rider that does not start. Two things I noticed is that the fuel pump does ... A: Since you dont have power to the fuel pump, then you need to trace the power from the fuse to the ... | |
| hidden steering fork stops | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: I recently bought a rifle windshield for my 2003 wideglide. the bracket touches the tank on right ... A: No, the bracket should not touch the tank and no there is no adjustment to the steering stops. I ... | |
| camshaft | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: i just installed a cam in my 95 electraglide (andrews ev27), now i have a sound coming from my carb ... A: If you are getting breather pressure through the carb you should see a puff of gas coming out. Pull ... | |
| Clutch cable replacement | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2008 Fatboy. May I have a procedure for clutch cable replacement, or a website where the ... A: Drain the trany fluid. Adjust the old cable so there is slack in it and remove it from the lever. ... | |
| 96 Road King | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a 96 Road King. When trying to start the bike, the starter works but the motor doesn't turn ... A: Drain the primary fluid and remove the derby cover. Looking upward in the derby cover with a ... | |
| clutch | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: My clutch will not disengage. Was riding about 20 mi. went to pull in clutch lever, and it would not ... A: There are a couple of things that can be wrong. You need to remove the primary cover and check the ... | |
| engine backfire | 12/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a 95 883 sportster with a S & S carb. when I turn the throttle, rpm's increase and then it ... A: I would start by check the OHMs on the coil and plug wires. That might be why you are fouling plugs. ... | |
| need some help | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: I know that you deal in just harley's, but I am building a custom and it is my first. It is a 89-99 ... A: You have to have some type of spacing on the bearing or when you tighten the axle you will put to ... | |
| 2004 Road King Custom FLHRS | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: No spark. Put new coil on, nothing. New Crank Shaft position sensor, nothing. Tried replacing new ... A: If you have charged the battery and it still clicks or barely turns over then you have either bad ... | |
| Dyna S ignition | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a intermittently faulty stock ignition sensor on my 1999 Sportster 1200 custom. I purchased a ... A: Two of the wires from the orgional go to the ignition modual, which you dont need with the Dyna ... | |
| ring gear and starter | 10/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1999 heritage softail classic with the 80ci evo engine, mileage ~38000. I am thinking my ... A: It makes the starter not work as hard. This would only be an advantage if the bike is hard to turn ... | |
| ring gear and starter | 10/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1999 heritage softail classic with the 80ci evo engine, mileage ~38000. I am thinking my ... A: If you change the gear you are changing the ratio. If you did that you would have to change the gear ... | |
| Ironhead block clean-up | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a 73 sporty "basket".The tranny is all intact but both side covers are off as well as ... A: If it were me, I wuld go ahead and tear the motor down and really go through it. Your bike being a ... | |
| Grinding sound | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I have 2005 fatboy (carb). When I start the engine I get a grinding sound. It does not happen all ... A: The only bearing would be in the primary case. Usually if there is any wear it is the ring gear on ... | |
| Sportster starting problems | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1993 883 sportster (converted to 1200). Last fall I removed my engine to install a rigid ... A: Since the bike didnt stay running with the starting fluid then it sounds like you have a ignition ... | |
| 6 spd revtech | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: i just hd a 6 spd revtech installed on my 06 roadglide,while riding i noticed the speedo was reading ... A: revtech does prompt you in their info on the tranny. I would think the mech would know that the ... | |
| brake light | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: My 2007 SOFTAIL brake light will not come on unless I jam rear pedal all the way down. I do need new ... A: Your rear brake switch is probably weak and needs replaced. Once replaced make sure you bleed the ... | |
| clutch installion | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: how do you compress pressure plate on a 1989 harley fxstn4 A: The pressure plate has a plate that goes over it, called the adjuster plate, with 4 bolts. Tighten ... | |
| Sportster starting problems | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1993 883 sportster (converted to 1200). Last fall I removed my engine to install a rigid ... A: If you had a intake leak the bike would run, but run lean. Try starting the bike and when it starts, ... | |
| 76 FXE grinding at rear wheel | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: I had my rear tire changed at a rally and when I was leaving the rear wheel was making a metal to ... A: Start by jacking the rear wheel up and spin the wheel and see if you can locate the sound. It could ... | |
| Charging on a 96 HD Fatboy | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1996 HD Fatboy, I am at loss over this thing I had the battery tested which is fine, I will ... A: You need to test the stator for OHMs first. At the plug for the stator you should show no OHMs from ... | |
| 85-99 harley davidson evolution | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a 13000 mile evo motor that has been well takin care of.It is a kick start bike,I started it ... A: Like I said before. Compression does not just go away and they return. Either you had a vlave ... | |
| s&s carb problem or venting issue | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1984 shovelhead the motor is .10 over stock compression with drag pipes. For the ignition ... A: From what you are describing I would say you have a fuel problem. Sounds like the bike is being gas ... | |
| steering | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: i have a 07 rd king clsc ,and the bars are cocked a little and bike pulls to the left,,(if i take ... A: Since you said it has never been wrecked then you need to check the steering head bearing, swing arm ... | |
| Ticking from my 1988 HD 883. | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1988 HD 883 with 29,600 miles on it. I had a ticking noise that sounded like it was coming ... A: The tappets usually start making a noise when the bike is warm since the oil is hot and thinner. The ... | |
| flood damaged 84 Sportster | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: The shop where my 1984 Sportster was stored got flooded. The bike sat there halfway submerged for a ... A: Water in the motor is not a good thing, but being in there for 24 hours should not hurt anything. It ... | |
| 2002 Harley charging system | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: how do i check the stator first A: Unplug the regulator and at the stator plug do a OHMs check from wire to ground. No OHMs do this to ... | |
| FLH burning oil | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: Bought a FLH year 77 a while ago . 1200 cc .It had top ends done recently. Then after a while i ... A: If the cylinders are to big you will not accomplish anything. You need to mic the pistons and ... | |
| SPROCKET SHAFT SEAL LEAKING | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: I got a evo fxstb 98, and now i got a leaking at sprocket shaft also. I am trying to figure out how ... A: get a sprocket shaft seal from James Genuine Gaskets. they are double lipped and should solve your ... | |
| FLH burning oil | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: Bought a FLH year 77 a while ago . 1200 cc .It had top ends done recently. Then after a while i ... A: First, you have a 1200. Standard bore is 3.438. Yours is 3.425. Now what you need to do is mic the ... | |
| Carb coughing | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a '03 FXDWG, with carb. I have paperwork from when new and the original owner had S/E Air ... A: Since they are while you are running lean, which could cause the coughing. A couple of other things ... | |
| 1985 H-D CHECK BALL MIGHT BE STUCK ? | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: Its me again Ray Monaco. Got a problem again with start my '85 Electra Glide Classic. I believe ... A: If the bike is straining to start then check your wires on the battery at both ends to make sure ... | |
| 84 fxst | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: i have 84 fxst with 48000 km on it i changed trani to sputhe 5 spd andcarb to mukini 42 pipes ... A: Lots of questions! LOL As long as the work is done correctly you are right. There will be benifits. ... | |
| 1985 H-D CHECK BALL MIGHT BE STUCK ? | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: Its me again Ray Monaco. Got a problem again with start my '85 Electra Glide Classic. I believe ... A: I dont use lapping compound. You get it in the oil. What I do is get a punch and a hammer and ... | |
| 1985 H-D CHECK BALL MIGHT BE STUCK ? | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: Its me again Ray Monaco. Got a problem again with start my '85 Electra Glide Classic. I believe ... A: How do you know your not getting any oil to the top end? Did you do a pressure test? The oil coming ... | |
| '95 flstc | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: recently i've noticed a shimmy in the front end of my '95 flstc, usually around 60 mph. it smoothes ... A: Couple of things to check. One is the tire. Run your hand around it looking for high spots or bumps ... | |
| IS MY HARLEY MOTOR CEASED ? | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: You've help me so much in the past and before I ask you anything about my 1984 FLT H-D I wanted to ... A: When you turned it over did you remove the spark plugs? A bike is really hard to turn over in 1st ... | |
| piston ring sizing | 8/20/2011 |
| Q: general type question. if a standard bore is 95mm and mine is now 95.10 could i get away new ... A: Generally the sizing is done from the piston to cylinder. You would need to know the wer limits and ... | |
| harley oil leak | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 ultra classic,stock motor,22,000miles,have owned for 2 years and runs excellent,only ... A: From that area there are three possible places that you can have a leak. Main seal for the tranny, ... | |
| XLCH Headlight | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1975 XLCH. Whenever the bike gets wet ( as from rain or car wash ) the Headlight comes on ... A: Never seen this before, but what is happening is you have a connection getting wet and holding ... | |
| Slip-ons | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: Hey Mike, I asked a few weeks back about synthetic oil in a bike I was buying. Thanks for your ... A: Rejetting is going to depend on how open the exhaust is. Your best indicator is install the pipes ... | |
| FXDL Fuel Vent Problem | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2003 FXDL 88ci carb, all stock. I "believe" that the fuel vent that is located under the ... A: That is not a vent. Yur bike is vented through your gas cap. If you are getting fuel into your oil ... | |
| cam change | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1995 FLSTC stock except for high flow air cleaner, shimmed jet in carb. The bike has 53,000 ... A: I would suggest changing the carb to a S&S, changing the exhaust to a tuned exhaust and change the ... | |
| follow up to previous question - | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: Sorry Mike - Site made me open a new thread. The readings I got from my coil and wires is: Primary - ... A: Generally, when you have a problem like this, it is either the carb or the coil. It cant be the ... | |
| priming pushrods | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1991 Fat Boy 1340 cc i need to know what the procedure is on priming push rods? And is ... A: What you must mean is bleeding the lifters. Normally your bike has solid pushrods, but somebody has ... | |
| 1976 HARLEY DAVIDSON SHOVELHEAD FLH | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: The fork has extreme side to side shaking and is almost uncontrollable on exceleration and when ... A: I would check the triple tree bearings. With that age of bike they are probably wore out. While you ... | |
| 1975 Harley Sportster | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: My husband and his friend are working on the clutch of this bike. They have replaced everything and ... A: it has to long bolts that connect to the primary and a bolt that turns inward and compresses the ... | |
| electrical | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: mike i've emailed you before and you always have steered me right. i have an 86 heritage. about a ... A: With a OHMs meter check from wire to wire on the stator. Should show OHMs. Go from single wire to ... | |
| oil overfill | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: 2002 fatboy, 17k miles, bike sat for about 2 weeks, without starting eng. or cking oil level, ... A: Your oil tank sits higher than your oil pump, so sometimes the oil weeps past the check valve in the ... | |
| Harley carb tuning | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 94 1200 Sportster with a stock cv carb. I have an unusual problem. When I'm riding the ... A: First thing I would check is to see if you have a intake leak. You can do this be letting the bike ... | |
| ticking or knocking on 2005 road king | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A 2005 ROAD KING THAT HAS A KNOCK OR A TICK ON DEACCELERATION ITS NOT A TRUE DUAL EXHAUST ... A: There are a couple of things I can think of. One is a lifter tick which wont hurt anything, just a ... | |
| 1987 1200cc sportster | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1987 1200 sportster and i pull the choke out to start it and it starts and stalls,i mess ... A: Either the choke circuit is plugged or you are over choking the bike. If the choke circuit is ... | |
| 1980 sportster | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I am having a problem with the starting system. When I push the start button I hear a click at the ... A: You still dont have any power going to the stater solenoid from the starter relay? I messed up and ... | |
| who to ask | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I see that you do not answer questions on any thing other than harleys but who can I ask a question ... A: Since you didnt pull the starter out you should be ok. the jackshaft is attached to the starter ... | |
| 02 low rider clutch | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: Mike, i just replaced the stator and rotor on my bike and it was successful. i followed my shop ... A: I am not sure why they want you to use new bolts. As long as they are tight and you used some ... | |
| 94 heritage throttle cables | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: removed my old cables now am ready for new, would like some info on how to CORRECTLY install the new ... A: You have the screw in type cable, so screw the outer cable in to the throttle. Pull the inner cable ... | |
| Oil exiting through air cleaner | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I own a 94 Heritage Softail. I've noticed oil splatter or mist on my oil tank, exhaust and heads on ... A: Your bike vents air to the air cleaner. This air has a little mist of air with it and will build up ... | |
| 02 low rider clutch | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: Mike, i just replaced the stator and rotor on my bike and it was successful. i followed my shop ... A: Loosen the cable so it has alot of slack in it. Now go to the clutch and turn the adjuster inward, ... | |
| 2003 Dyna Wide Guide Anniversary | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: Starts great. After about two miles it just dies. I can wait 20 to 30 minutes and it will start ... A: Sounds like either the ignition is going out or the cam position senser is going out. the problem ... | |
| 2011 Fat Boy Lo noise and vibration | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 2011 Fat Boy Lo. I have right at 700 miles on it. At highway speeds (65-75) ... A: The counter balance should not be really noisy and to me is not normal. Its tough for me to tell you ... | |
| 1989 harley davidson 1340 evo | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: When shifting through gears at higher rpm it feels like it not grabbing then it will. We took the ... A: The ABC you are seeing is stock. It sounds like you have the clutch to tight when adjusting it or ... | |
| HD FLHS | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a HD 1989 FLHS and its spitting and sputtering when I give it gas, but on a idle its fine ... A: Sounds like you either have a intake leak or your intermediate jet is slightly plugged. You can ... | |
| Speedometer Cable Life (82 Honda CM450E) | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: Mike, Please consider this as a generic question about Motorcycle speedometer cables, and the ... A: I am not sure about Honda cables, but if they are like harley cables they should last for years. ... | |
| 2000 Softtail; cracked oil pan | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: Do you know of any factory issues or why the oil pan would crack on a 2000 Heritage Softtail? ... A: you must be refering to the bottom end of the motor because your bike does not have an oil pan iy ... | |
| 2000 Road King | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I've had the bike 4yr's. When the motor is running and warmed up and while riding. It's very ... A: As long as I have been riding harleys this has been an ongoing problem with some bikes. Right now I ... | |
| exhaust | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: Bike: 2000 Soft Tail Springer. 1550 kit, 257 cams, larger bore carb (44mm). Vance and Hines ... A: Welded baffles are a bear to get out. You have to use a long screwdriver and hammer and break the ... | |
| parking light FLH | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: You write : f ollow the green wire , you have tired up the headlight in the running light ? There ... A: the parking light you are trying to hook up. When you say you put power to it the headlight comes ... | |
| spark to plugs | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1999 sportster that was parked last winter and it was running good at that time went to ... A: Check to see if you have 12 volts to the modual and 12 volts at the red wire on the pickup, also ... | |
| 85 Harley FXWG ignition switch | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to trouble shoot a new to me wide glide. Which lights are supposed to come on at each ... A: Ignition should be no lights at all, but the brake light should work Lights should have all lights ... | |
| starter | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: the main one getting ate up is the one on the starter but if I keep using them then the main gear in ... A: Check the bearing in the starter housing and the one in the primary. They might be bad and letting ... | |
| 97 Cu in S & S Motor | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I just started the bike after about 2 yrs. . I changed the oil . There is oil leaking out from a ... A: Yes, that is true. What happens is oil will weep past the check valve in the oil pump. The bottom ... | |
| FRONT FENDER ON/OFF FRONT CALIPERS ON/OFF ??? | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: Mike I'm STUCK ! Got my 1985 FLHT Harley with all of its body parts off the bike and custom ... A: The 72H is a front tire only and the 74H is a rear tire only and are not interchangeable. Since the ... | |
| Right turn signal problems | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: My 2000 Sportster went down breaking the right rear turn signal. I was able to replace the housing ... A: Your turn signal switch should have 12 volts on the hot side and when pressed it should have 12 ... | |
| Harley Repair | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: Mike could you please tell me how hard it is to change the rear cam chain tensioneer on a 2007 ... A: You can change the rear one, but to me if your going to the trouble of changing one you should do ... | |
| 1976 FLH | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: Still!!! dealing with starting problems with my 1976 FLH. two things have crept up. I have ... A: Yes, its the newer relay. Its electronic instead of mech. You shouldnt show continuity when not ... | |
| 1988 flt. oilpump removal | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: tried to remove oil pump in bike.acording to manual i have.bolts @top of pump cover are about 1/4" ... A: To remove the shaft you have to remove the cam cover. The outer cover should come off, unless its a ... | |
| 2005 Softail Fuel-Pump swap to another 2005 Softail Tank | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: I recently swaped a fuel-pump from a 2005 fatboy tank to another 2005 softail fuel tank. The bike ... A: Check to make sure you dont have a leak in the fuel line. It has to pressurize or the bike wornt run ... | |
| 1973 ironhead clutch problems. | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1973 ironhead XL and i have been working on it to get it running and i found that the ... A: Loosen the cable all the way and then loosen the adjuster inside the primary. Now push the cable ... | |
| 94 heritage softail | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: how do I check the oil levels of the primary and the tranny.I have oil on the floor and I dont think ... A: To check the primary the bike has to be sitting upright. It holds 1 1/2 quart. There is no dipstick ... | |
| 1986 FXR rear brake | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: so am submitting a reply to your inquiry: When they say the brakes are to tight, how tight are ... A: There are only two reasons for a caliber to lock up. Either the pressure is not bleeding off the ... | |
| clutch grab | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: i've recently had my evo painted and rebuilt,i have a 4 speed kicker gearbox [pancake] it's very ... A: Loosen the cable and with the bike sitting upright remove the derrby cover. Adjust the clutch there. ... | |
| hd. heritage softail classic | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: OK, I have a short in my auxiliary light.I changed the handle bar out on my bike. Sense then I got a ... A: Your pretty much going to have to do what I do. Start at the light and work your way back, following ... | |
| 1999 Sportster 883 popping and dying | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: First off I will tell you exactly what it is doing and see if you can help me out. I will first ... A: the reason your bike is popping and running rough is because it running two rich. First, if your ... | |
| electrical problem? 2006 FLHXI | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: Gas gauge started working intermittently,then stopped working altogether. Any ideas where to start ... A: First, check to see if you have power going to the float assembly. You will have to remove it from ... | |
| harley 2006 fxstdI | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: ..I am more of a truck guy, semi-trucks, i own a 2006 Duece....the front triple tree bearing needs ... A: Its not the bearing that has the flat spot but the race. Races wear over time and can get flat spots ... | |
| 94 fat boy | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: I got a 94 fat boy and if i ride the bike for awhile then shut it off battery is dead. I've checked ... A: Both tests are done at the stator plug. If you have any OHMs at all at the stator plug, One wire to ... | |
| 94 fat boy | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: I got a 94 fat boy and if i ride the bike for awhile then shut it off battery is dead. I've checked ... A: To test the stator unplug the regulator. Check at both pins to ground with a OHM meter. Should be ... | |
| 86 fxr backfiring out exhaust | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: i have 1986 fxr. new plugs,new plug wires and new coil.the carb was rebuilt a month ago. the bike ... A: The black plugs means your bike is running rich or not a hot enough spark. Since you changed coil ... | |
| lifter adjustment | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1994 road king 1340 with hydraulic lifters, can you tell me the proper adjustment? ANSWER: ... A: Rotate the motor until the front exhaust is lifter is all the way to the bottom of its stroke. Turn ... | |
| Maintenance 1986 electra glide | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: Just bought a 1986 HD Electra Glide, I want to change all 3 fluids. Can you please tell me where ... A: Primary drain is at the back of the primary underneith. Trans drain is ont he middle of the trans ... | |
| 2002 super glide | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: Need to know where the screw is located To turn up the idle. Keeps stalling when I stop. Also ... A: To turn the idle up look at the carb on the top left side. Where you see the throttle cable going in ... | |
| oil drain plug | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: trying to change oil in a 2003 heritage softtail 100th anv. the plug along frame on right side is ... A: you should start the motor and let it warm up before draining the oil. Get all the junk suspended in ... | |
| 1980 fxs starter removal | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: I have the manual but it seems to leave a lot of questions unanswered.The manual says to remove the ... A: Remove the trans bracket and the thru bolts and the starter will come out. You dont have to remove ... | |
| STALLING PROBLEM ON FLHXI 06 | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: My 06 street glide will stall after I ride a short distance on the highway and try to com to a stop. ... A: It sounds to me like your bike is ideling to low and the idle needs to be turned up. The gasket wont ... | |
| 1976 FLH | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: Hope you ha a good vacation. The way I found the starter solenoid setup on my '76 FLH was jury ... A: I dont have the same book you do, so its a little hard for me to follow you. I think from what you ... | |
| Harley dies | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1985 fxef super glide fatbob, when riding it will die as if the switch was turned off, it ... A: Since you seem to always have spark then it can be a fuel problem. I would not suppect a ignition ... | |
| 04 FLSTF charging system | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: battery will not charge, misfires severely when dieing then stops running all together. runs fine ... A: Pull the plug from the regulator to the stator. Using a OHMs tester, test from one wire to ground. ... | |
| Harley dies | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1985 fxef super glide fatbob, when riding it will die as if the switch was turned off, it ... A: There are two reasons for your bike to die. One is no fuel and the other is no spark. Since you say ... | |
| 98' flhtcu-i ECM high idle adjust | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: bike high idles 2000 rpm,I've already covered possable vacum leaks,I was told that the ecm sould ... A: You can try to adjust the idle from the idle screw and see if that works. You have to adjust it and ... | |
| 2000 SPORTSTER JETTING | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A 2000 XL883C THAT HAS A 1200 CONVERSION,ANDREWS .490 LIFT CAMS,CRANE SINGLE FIRE ... A: Timing should be set at 35 degrees BTDC. The mixture screw is the air/fuel mixture screw for idle. ... | |
| final drive belt drive replacement | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: If possible, I would appreciate any help on instructing me as to the replacing the belt drive on my ... A: Your best bet is to get a service manual. There are so many steps and it would take me forever to ... | |
| no power/won't start | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: my 2004 FLHRSI died and won't start. When you turn the ignition to on no lights....when you turn to ... A: Since you have no power, you need to check the fuses. If they are ok, then check the wiring from the ... | |
| Bar issue | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: Mike, I saw your answer on the Yamaha but I have a 2001 Sportster 883 Hugger. It had the buckhorn ... A: If your bars are off that much you might either have a bent frame or a bent front end. Trying to ... | |
| Mousetrap and footshift install | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: I recently traded my '96 Fatboy for a '48 Panhead, agter having EVOs all my life I got the bike of ... A: You shouldnt have to remove the primary, unless you cant get to the shifter. Its a tight squeeze. ... | |
| oil issue | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: i have a 2001 fatboy with a stock twin camb motor. it has about 8000 miles on it and was up on a ... A: In that time it weeped into the bottom end. It wont hurt anything. There is a check valve in the oil ... | |
| stator | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: hot to install stator on 2005 hd fatboy A: First you need to drain the primary fluid and then remove the cover. Remove the nut holding the ... | |
| S&S 113 oil leak. | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: Bike has been sitting for a few months and started puking oil out of the crank case breather, while ... A: You have had a little oil weep into the bottom end of the motor from sitting. When you start the ... | |
| 81 wideglide | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: .my battery was old i put in a new one,i put in a new solinoid...still has the same problem.i tried ... A: Not sure what you are refering to when you say the red cable. Do you mean the hot calble from the ... | |
| '94 flhtcu primary drain plug | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: My '94 bagger has 103k miles on it. My primary drain plug won't seal properly after numerous ... A: I use the lock type so they dont come out. I have gotten them at grainger before. I did some ... | |
| "02" 883 | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: He Mike. Came across your site and hoped you could help. I bought a 883 and decided to paint and ... A: the rocker boxes will come off, Its jsut a tight fit and takes a little moving around. On the cam ... | |
| backfires, relays sparking. Engine shuts off for 30 seconds while riding and goes back on and electric start botton stopped working altogether (was just clicking before started would turn on after hiting it a number of times). | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 1980 FLHP from someone who put it together with mostly after-market parts and odds and ... A: First, the battery holder does not need to be grounded, unless your are using it for the battery ... | |
| 81 wideglide | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: .my battery was old i put in a new one,i put in a new solinoid...still has the same problem.i tried ... A: With your new solenoid touching a jumper wire to it it shouldnt spark. You need to check to make ... | |
| 81 wideglide | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: .my battery was old i put in a new one,i put in a new solinoid...still has the same problem.i tried ... A: Do you have 12 volts going to the solenoid from the battery? When you hit the starter button do you ... | |
| Replacing Hand Controls | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: I'm wanting to replace my hand grips on my 2009 Sportster. It appears to be a fairly simple job. My ... A: If you are just replacing the grips you dont have to do anything to the brake cable. As to the ... | |
| Speedometer stopped working | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1996 HD FLSTF that the speedometer stopped working on yesterday on my way into work. I was ... A: Either your speedo has gone out or the pickup unit. the problem is there is no test you can do to ... | |
| linseed oil in fuel tank | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: Someone put linseed oil in my fuel tank. The petcock was turned off thank god, but I don't know how ... A: Disconnect the fuel line from the carb and start draining the tank. I wouls flush it several times ... | |
| Fork removal | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: I would like to powder my front end, and would like to know the easiest way to remove the front end. ... A: Keep working it and it will come off. To loosen the allen head nut I use a impact wrench. They are ... | |
| Fork removal | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: I would like to powder my front end, and would like to know the easiest way to remove the front end. ... A: You have to first remove the wheel, brake calibers and fender. Next, drain the forks. On the ... | |
| rough running | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: my 1979 fxe just starting giving me a problem. when i turn the key on the neutral light and oil ... A: You have to test the stator. Do a OHMs test on the stator plug. Should be zero OHMs. then start the ... | |
| wiring problem superglide fxe | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: Mike, this is what I have-----I've tested the starter relay,solenoid,and starter motor and all seem ... A: Since your popping a breaker you are drawing to much current and overheating the circuit. Since the ... | |
| fuel,leak or spark | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: my friend has 1997 wide glide and is experiencing a blue flame out of his carb inlet. He had some ... A: If it were me I would install a Dyna-jet kit. It will guide you through picking the correct jets, ... | |
| clutch adjustment?? | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1988 softail im having an issue with. I cant shift into neutral while the bike is running. ... A: I have seen older harleys that are hard to get into netural. Its because of wear on the shifting ... | |
| 82 ironhead trany/clutch | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: the clutch basket on my sporty is sliding on the clutch gear shaft and the basket ring gear is ... A: It sounds like your mainshaft on your trans is work and needs replaced. there should not be any ... | |
| Twin Cam 88 Crankshaft Failures | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: I can't find any previous Q&A on the following topic so thought I'd run it past you. My buddy likes ... A: Anytime you are going over 100 horses you should weld to stop future problems. You dont want to do ... | |
| CV-40 MASTER KIT - REV 1 Yost Power Tube | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I’m respectful of your time but I haven’t seen this topic brought up in previous questions I’ve ... A: I have never used the Yost kit. I use the Dyna-jet kit. they are pretty much the same and do the ... | |
| battery charging | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: When at idle the volt meter reads less than 12 v. when I rev the motor the volt meter slowly climbs ... A: First thing I would do is have the battery tested, to make sure its good. If its ok, then you will ... | |
| Stock exhaust on 2010 Fatbob | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: Hey Mike. I'd like to pull the baffles from my stock exhaust to make it sound better. Would this ... A: Removing the baffles makes your exhaust drag pipes. You will get a louder sound, but you will lose ... | |
| Reassembling 4 speed Shovelhead primary drive | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: Good day, Mike - a few questions relative to reassembling the primary drive and clutch on a four ... A: torque the motor sprocket not to 100-150 and you will be fine. Put some Loctite 242 ont he threads ... | |
| 95 sporty 883 | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: My friend just bought this bike and I noticed the brake light is staying on. I would like to know ... A: Your light is probably staying on because of the front switch. When you look at the brake side, ... | |
| '85 Electra Glide Classic Rear Bearing Change | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: ..lol Seriously Mike, Want to change the Rear Bearing on my '85 H-D being that I'm waiting for new ... A: There is a bearing on both sides. they are Timpken Tapered Roller Bearings. You don not need a ... | |
| 89 tourglide ultra classic | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: i have a 89 tourglide ultra classic that im going to change fairings on, using a 02 Electra batwing. ... A: The 02 speedo will not work. It runs off a speedo senser that is connected to the tranny. You dont ... | |
| solenoid on 1975 fxe | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: is there any way to check and see if the solenoid is working or not. It is on bike,I've wired this ... A: The reason there is a dotted line in your book is in 75 there was a kicker bike and a electric ... | |
| 23in. front wheel | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: im adding a 23in front wheel to my 01 electraglide police edition do i have to rake it if i do ... A: No, you dont have to rake it, but you will be raising the front end up 3 inches. The 23 inch will ... | |
| cv carb | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: what size jet would be best in a panhead with std heads A: Jetting has to do with what exhaust you are running as well as high flow heads and what cams you are ... | |
| 1971 sportster | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: push rods, why 4 differant rods? how the clutch worm works? & where the spring hooks up in the ... A: When you say 4 different rods you must be refering to length. The ones for the exhaust are longer ... | |
| 1976 FLH front brake | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1976 flh 1200. When the bike warms up the front brake sticks very badly. When the bike is ... A: the reasons that the brake would stick is either the puck in the caliber is sticking or the master ... | |
| oil leak | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: 2000 1200 custom, started leaking oil at corner of rocker cover on front cylinder. can i remove coil ... A: Between the upper and middle cover are rubber gaskets. Under the bottom one is a regular gasket. You ... | |
| drag pipes and mapping | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: hey mike.. first EFI bike. 09 heritage. I'h heard a million opinions. need an experts advice. want ... A: Your bike came from the factory a little lean. Adding the pipes you want will lean it even more. the ... | |
| 87 88 sportster cams | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: i think its a 88 when i put in tdc dots wont line up with piston down thay line up fine crank has a ... A: The 86 is no different. The gear that drives the cam will only fit one way. Once you have it ... | |
| HD twin cam noise | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought a 2007 Road King with 30K miles. I have noticed when the motor lugs at low rpms, ... A: There can be 2 things that is happening. First, your letting the RPMs drop to low and you are ... | |
| push rod covers | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I noticed that one of my p.r.covers middle sleeve easily turned.Does this have any effect on the ... A: The only thing that I think synthetic does for you is make the bike run cooler. Alot of the fight ... | |
| raking | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1989 FLHP I am wanting to rake, and order a set of fork tubes. Any idea on what size the ... A: What you need to do is measure from the ground to the center of the axle. Next, take a protractor ... | |
| triple tree | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: i have a 2001 sportster withan after market triple tree would like to take off the tubes as they ... A: Are you refering to the fork tubes? If you are you have to remove the top caps, the side bolts on ... | |
| Tuning | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hertigage Softail (2011) and have added the stage 1 air cleaner, Vance & Hines slipons with ... A: Removing the baffles makes your pipes drag pipes, which will cause some loss of horses in midrange. ... | |
| CONTINUTITY TO GROUND | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I ride a '91 FXSTC but haven't been making any trips of more than 10 or 15 minutes and may even not ... A: Like I said before, you need to get the battery tested. It might be the battery that is leaking ... | |
| CONTINUTITY TO GROUND | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I ride a '91 FXSTC but haven't been making any trips of more than 10 or 15 minutes and may even not ... A: I wanted to make sure your battery was charging fully when the bike was running. the 10-15 minutes ... | |
| rear cylinder not getting gas on 1200 sportster | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I start my 96 1200 sportster every other week in the winter i tried recently and let it warm up ... A: First, its not a good idea to start your bike like that in the winter. When a motor cools it draws ... | |
| Smoke | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a 82 ironhead, the pushrod gasket went out but i had to get home so i just kept adding oil, ... A: There are two places that would cause smoke to come from the exhaust. Either the valve guides are ... | |
| transmissions | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a 77 shovel,fxe if I install an aftermarket 6 speed for an 89 softail, can I use my shovel ... A: I dont think you can do that. the 89 tranny is a different size from the shovel, so you would have ... | |
| harley sportster 1978 xlch | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: can i put an electric starter on a 1978 harley sportster xlch, and if so what kind can i use? A: Yes, you can install a electric starter. You do have to make some changes, however. Your best bet is ... | |
| 1996FXSTS | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I have had my 1996 Springer softail for three years now, I bought it with 4500 miles I now have 8000 ... A: Lets go back to square one. First, go back to the stock size jet. Since you are fouling plugs you ... | |
| Adjusting Clutch Lever | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2010 Softail Deluxe and I'd like to bring the 'friction zone' nearer to the hand grip. The ... A: If you want it to engage nearer the handgrip then one, you will have alot of play in the lever and ... | |
| 97 fatboy starter does not engage | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: New Battery, primary cover off, starter pinion gear bumps ring gear but does not engage. HELP....... ... A: Even though you have a new battery you can bad cables, so, did you check them? Like I said before, ... | |
| 97 fatboy starter does not engage | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: New Battery, primary cover off, starter pinion gear bumps ring gear but does not engage. HELP....... A: Without the primary cover on the starter will bind. Needs the bearing inside the primary. If it is ... | |
| leaking inside primary cover | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: need something to seal leak on inside primary thats against the engine and the tranny A: You have two places that the inner primary can leak. The o-ring where the inner primary attaches to ... | |
| fairing removal (follow-up) | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: Hey Mike Thanks for answering my question. You said i would have to do alot of splicing which is not ... A: You would have to check your wiring diagram. I am not going to be able to list everything for you. ... | |
| fairing removal 02 flhtc | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: Hey Mike I asked you this question yesterday, don't know if you answer or not i could'nt add you to ... A: No, your bike will not run with everything unplugged. You can keep the orgional gas tank if you ... | |
| 49FL | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: The latest bike I'm working on in the shop is a 49 FL bottom end with shovelhead top end on it. We ... A: You can add the mag without a problem and you can run the generator without a battery. Just ... | |
| 02 flhtc fairing removal | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: If i remove the fairing on my 02 flhtc and disconnect everything thats in the fairing will my bike ... A: Your taking on a really big job. If you remove the fairing and disconnect the wiring the bike wsill ... | |
| Changing forks out | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I would like to change the forks on my 96 RoadKing, do you know what year forks will fit my 96. A: Are you just wanting to change the legs and not the triple trees? If you are then about any year ... | |
| electrical | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: Mike, I'm putting my '04 Fatboy back together after a minor teardown for cleaning, fluid change and ... A: Sounds liek you have a loose wire. Start at the headlight and check for power from there back. Go ... | |
| baffles | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: i wonder if you could advise me,i want to change my baffles but i'm having loads of trouble getting ... A: If you installed them there should be a bolt holding them in. If they are tight you are going to ... | |
| ape hangers | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: what's up mike? i would like to replace the cables on a 03' xl 1200 custom sporty with cables to fit ... A: The best way to install apehangers is to first instll the bars. Then you will have to take ... | |
| oil tank level down after sitting | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2002 heritage been sitting for year or two for medical reasons cant ride.i have noticed now ... A: Yoru oil is leaking into the bottom end of the motor. there is a ball and check valve that is ... | |
| Tapping sound in my engine | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a heritage classic 06 with 51k miles on my motor. it is not fuel injected. this past weekend ... A: That tapping you are hearing is a lifter. When your bike goes to idle it looses a little pressure. ... | |
| 2007 nighttrain will not run | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: have to turn switch off and on alot to prime bike if it does start runs rough give it throttle it ... A: The dianostic you are on the bike is not deep enough to tell what the problem is. You are getting a ... | |
| 1989 tire rub | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1989 fxrs-sp and my belt makes wear marks on the rear tire. How long can I ride it like ... A: Your rubbing tire could be one of two things. Either the tire is to wide or the belt is not properly ... | |
| fluid change | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I want to change all the fluid but am not confident. Does all the fluid get repaced at the same ... A: Its best to change all the fluids at the same time. Its easier to keep track of. The drain for the ... | |
| Valve re-seat | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: What is involved in re-seating the valves on a 95 Sportster Hugger? Thank you. ANSWER: are you ... A: In order to lap the valve you would first have to inspect the valve and valve seat for damage. If ... | |
| 79 Sportster, primary or clutch issue | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: I had rough shifting into gear and it would make this 'grrrr' noise when i would pull in the ... A: Replacing the cable and the actuator will not do anything for you. You will still have the same ... | |
| follow up question about my harley | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: you were asking me the color of the plugs, yes they are covered in carbon ,very black. the vin to ... A: Acording to your vin number you bike is a 1979 and the 5e stands for FXEF 1200, not a 1340. The only ... | |
| oil leaking heavily through blow by tube | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: on the appraisal due to it being a half year its a 1979 fexf fat bob. in any case it has been ... A: When I asked about the color ot the plugs I am refering to the tip and porcelin of the plug. we they ... | |
| 79 Sportster, primary or clutch issue | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: I had rough shifting into gear and it would make this 'grrrr' noise when i would pull in the ... A: You have to have about 1/8 in play in the clutch lever so the clutch doesnt slip. There is no throw ... | |
| harley | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: how do i adjust my clutch on my 1974 harley xlh 1000 A: Loosen the adjuster on the cable so there is slack in it. Remove the clutch adjustment cover on the ... | |
| Main Jet | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm runnig a bendix on my 66xlch.It starts easy and I have only ran it up the street through 3 gears ... A: You need to do a OHMs test ont he coil and plug wires to makes sure they are good. If they are weak ... | |
| bad olie spil | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: shovelhead fx 1973 standard oilepump, breather-normal spils cup of olie after months not ... A: the problem you are having is oil is weeping out of the oil tank to the motor. There is a ball and ... | |
| Tachometer install on 2011 FLHR | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I can't find the source wire to install a tach? Any help? I have three wires coming out of the tach, ... A: Not a problem. It buggs me that harley sells things without good directions on how to install! The ... | |
| oil leaking heavily through blow by tube | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: on the appraisal due to it being a half year its a 1979 fexf fat bob. in any case it has been ... A: When the bike sits for a long time like that, oil weeps into the bottom end. When you try to start ... | |
| 1976 flh starter relay | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: Hope you had a good break. I've written to you before about my electric start problems on my 1976 ... A: The relay maintains 12 volts to the starter solenoid while you have a voltage drop when you hit the ... | |
| fairing removal | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: How do I remove the outer fairing on my 1994flhtcu A: Start by removing the headlight and housing. Remove the top bolts of the fairing and then looking ... | |
| clutch adjustment 1978 shovelhead fxe | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: i installed new clutch kit,pushrod kit also new cable problem now can"t figure how to adjust it to ... A: Loosen your cable so you have plenty of slack in it. Now go to the adjuster in the clutch basket. ... | |
| jetting for the mountains | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1993 Springer and am going from Wi.to Ca. and will going over the Rockies. Do I need to do ... A: No, you will be fine. When you get high int he mountains you will lose some power. but you will be ... | |
| 1984 1000 xlx backfiring and slowing down | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: My father-in-law bought this Harley and it starts out well but once you get to a cruise it starts to ... A: Since your plugs are fouling then it can be a couple of different things. I would OHMs test the coil ... | |
| PushRod | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: I have 1995 sporster 1200 Xl I am replacing the lifters to CraneCams 3-2100. I have adjustable push ... A: Rotate the motor so the front exhaust is all the way at the bottom of its stroke. tighten the ... | |
| 1994 heritage classic soft tail | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: i need to know how to check if my stator or regulator is bad battery not holding charge lights ... A: Make sure you have a good battery and you dont have a dry cell. Check the voltage at the battery, ... | |
| panhead case boring | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: Can 1964 panhead cases be bored out to 3-13/16" safely? If so should a person run external oil ... A: I looked at the web site for the cylinders that you are planning on getting. It says it uses a ... | |
| Sporty Problem continued | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: Yes even after the new coil and plugs and wires still fouling. Thats why I am leaning towards ... A: There are only a couple of things that can cause your bike to run rich. First is to big of jets in ... | |
| exhaust back pressure | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: Mike, I have a 2010 Wide Glide with the stage one Screamin Eagle Heavy Breather, Revolver slip on ... A: In order the get the sound you are looking for you would have to change mufflers. To get more sound ... | |
| flh handlebar starter switch | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: ALOHA MIKE, THANKS AGAIN FOR ALL YOUR CONTINUED HELP. ON MY 1976 FLH I HAD TO OPEN UP THE STARTER ... A: If you have a aftermarket switch housing it might be a different thread pattern. the drag ... | |
| Sportster Issues | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2006 Sportster 1200 Custom (carb rubber-mount). It had 5000 miles when I bought it and the ... A: Do your straightshots have baffels in them? Put the air/fuel mixture screw back where it was and go ... | |
| Cable length for 16" apes | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I want 16" Chubby Apes on my 2010 Heritage Softail Classic and was wondering if you would know what ... A: In order to determine what cables you need you first have to install the handlebars. Then you need ... | |
| 1998 flhtcui | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: i just had the bike in the shop complete top end gasket job, new cam/crank sensor or whatever that ... A: You could be running on one cylinder since the plugs are black. They are fouling. Fouling plugs dont ... | |
| oil blowby | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: why does my '88 flst blow oil out of crankcase vent? I have a Woods Bro's .600 lift cam, 11 to 1 ... A: Your oil pump is not working fast enough to remove the oil. This has been a problem for the 88s. S&S ... | |
| chaange of frame leith | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: i have a question, and i hope you can help me with mi thout. i have a sporster. i want to grow 5 ... A: You can lengthen the frame, but you need to know what you are doing. You cant just cut and then ... | |
| rear tire repair | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: How do I remove the rear tire of my 1999 heritage softtail classic? A: Start by jacking the bike up so there is no weight on the tire. remove the nut on the axle and slide ... | |
| motorcycle | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2002 bigdog mastiff which quit running on the side of the road pulled the plugs and no fire ... A: I am not to familure with the bigdog bikes so I need some more info. When you say you have power to ... | |
| not charging | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: i have a 93 sportster not charging i seen on some of your other answers it says you cant test a ... A: There is no test for the regulator. If the stator is good then you have to assumn that the regulator ... | |
| Oil in Lower Unit | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: How much oil goes back in the lower unit after changing the oil on a 2003 Heritage softail? A: What do you mean by the lower unit? are you refering to the oil tank? Mike With the bike sitting ... | |
| 76 shovel | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: what is the best weight oil to use on my 76 shovel and how much oil do I use when changing the oil. A: I use 50wt oil in all my shovels. If you are in a really hot area then you can use 60 or 70 wt. ... | |
| fuel pac | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I ask about exhaust and mapping a few weeks back because the dealer wants a big price to do it when ... A: The one thing I dont like about installing this type of fuel pac is that the download is generic. ... | |
| Horn, radio and oil preasure gauge | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: Mike, I'm so glad I found you after going all over the Internet for about 3 and a half hours. The ... A: Since they all quit at the same time, then you would have to assumn that they receive there power ... | |
| Starter problems | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: I have an 82 lowrider I put a high torque starter on it and it started great the first time then ... A: Check your wires. If the starter is not connected and you hit the starter button you should get the ... | |
| gearcasebreather | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1989 XLH1200 sportster i took it to have a pushrod tube replaced, since then it pushes the ... A: SInce this started after you had the pushrods changed and your oil pump works correctly, then the ... | |
| Cuts off wont restart | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: 2002 ultra classic, cranks and runs good then after 20-30 minutes cant keep it running unless using ... A: First thing I would do is check the battery while running with a volt meter at the battery if you ... | |
| valve chatter | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 05 softtail and the answer you gave the guy before me had answered my question as fare as ... A: If you have stock pushrods then there is no adjustment. they are solid pushrods. You can install ... | |
| oil sumping | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2001 hd sportster 1200 custom, 6500 miles, when it sits for a while i check the oil and it ... A: Its not normal, but it happens. What is happening is the oil tank sits higher than the oil pump. ... | |
| Bleeding Brakes | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: My 1971 Shovelhead has been sitting since july 4, cause the brakes need to be bled. I am tired of ... A: Look on the caliber and you will see a bleed nut with a hole in it. Loosen it and then just slightly ... | |
| 85 FXST starter wont disengage | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: when i start my bike sometimes not all the time the starter will run until I disconnect battery, ... A: Your solenoid is sticking and that is why its still turning. Even though you replace the solenoid ... | |
| battery not charging | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: three year old battery (gel battery) on 1994 heritage softail, last week bike would not start, low ... A: Your bike is not charging. You should be showing around 13.5 volts when its charging. You need to ... | |
| 1981 low rider - no power up to switches on handle bars | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: not sure why im not getting power on to horn and all turn signals , things that change withing ... A: If you dont have any power coming from the breaker to the front, then you need to check your ... | |
| aftermarket tank replacement with 3 post ignition switch | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1999 harley sportster 883. A few years ago, I swapped over tanks from the original, to one ... A: What you have to do is test the switch. they are not all the same. Which the switch in the off ... | |
| 1981 low rider - no power up to switches on handle bars | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: not sure why im not getting power on to horn and all turn signals , things that change withing ... A: If you unplug the connection inside the headlight do you have power at it coming from the breaker? ... | |
| spark plugs | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1996 883 with 62000 miles. the front plug looks lean and the rear looks rich. At times ... A: Popping back through the carb when cokld is pretty common. With 62,000 miles you plugs could look a ... | |
| 2004 Heritage Softail - Leaking gas into oil | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: We were riding down the road and with no warning the bike popped and died. When we pulled over we ... A: I had one with about the same problem 2 weeks ago. After testing everything I found that the ECM was ... | |
| Clutch replacement | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1990 Heritage that I put a belt drive primary on. I have replaced all seals in the tranny, ... A: If you have never torn a trans apart I would suggest you get s service manual to follow. You would ... | |
| jack shaft seal replacement | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I have had to replace the starter motor clutch and the sales guy recommended replacing the jack ... A: You nedd to pull the seal out. If you dont have a seal puller then use a screwdriver and hammer and ... | |
| 98 hugger | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I was riding today for about an hour, gassed up about a mile from my hour and headed home, shifted ... A: There is no test for the bank angle that you can do. You have to test it with a new one. Here is ... | |
| exhaust and mapping | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I will be purchasing a 2011 Heritage Wednesday and wanted to upgrade the exhaust. Dealer pushing ... A: You might want to check your warrenty. I dont think there is anything in there that says you have to ... | |
| exhaust and mapping | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I will be purchasing a 2011 Heritage Wednesday and wanted to upgrade the exhaust. Dealer pushing ... A: Your bike came from the factory a little lean to pass EPA standards. Adding either the SE or the ... | |
| 1974 FXE Shovelhead Starter removal and replacement | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: 1974 FXE Shovelhead, I got the oil tank off and starter bolts out but having trouble with the ... A: You dont have to remove the starter housing to get the starter out. Loosen the two long bolts at the ... | |
| Pecking noise | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: About a week ago I turned over my '93 Sportster xlh 883 while it was running. Ever since then there ... A: If you have a ticking sound it probably is a lifter. Its valve lash that is making the noise. It ... | |
| cylinder | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I got a 73 HD sportser and the front cylinder smokes quit a bit when i ride it ,other than that it ... A: Your smoking is one of two things. Oil is getting past the rings or oil is getting past the valve ... | |
| 8 degree rake in the neck | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: I am from Australia and hope to get some advice if you dont mind. I have a 2009 softail standard and ... A: Adding rake at the tree and cutting the neck and adding rake is doing the same thing. the only ... | |
| starter clutch gear | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I think I have a bad clutch gear on my 2004 heritage. The jack shaft is not binding and the starter ... A: If the jackshaft is not turning and everything else is ok, then your clutch gear is bad. ... | |
| Harley tailight | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: my husbands 2001 hertiage softail classic 1540 keeps blowing new tailight when brake is pressed, ... A: The somthing simple is you have a short. The problem is locating it. Start by unplugging the plugin ... | |
| 2004 FLSTCI Harley Davidson front shock | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: My front shock has come loose from the frame (the threaded piece which screws into the shock body ... A: If it has just come loose then all you need to do is tighten it back up. If you lost oil then you ... | |
| 1999 FLHTCI | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: BURNING RICH 100 MILES PER TANK NEED SENSOR VALUES HAVE A LAB SCOPE NEED HELP ANSWER: You went from ... A: What you need to do is start with the coil and plug wires and OHMs test them to make sure they are ... | |
| permanent fairing removal | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2002 flhtc and would like to remove the fairing permanently! I don't like the wieght. I was ... A: That is quit a project you are taking on. You would have to get a wiring diagram and follow it to ... | |
| Sportster ? | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2007 1200C Sportster. I recently changed transmission fluid by: (1) draining the fluid - ... A: Depending on how long the fluid was low and how low it was it might have made the clutches wear more ... | |
| battery draining/something sounds like its continually cycling... | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: My son has a 2007 Nightster 1200. Recently he went to start the bike and the battery was dead. (New ... A: That is, from your description, the idle speed control actuator. It sounds like there is a short in ... | |
| Speedometer is out | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: My speedometer just went out and sits at 0 on my 1982 Harley FXRS. It is a front wheel driven ... A: First you need to determine what the problem is. Remove the cable from the speedo. Lift the front ... | |
| harley jackshafts | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: No one at a dealership knows the answer here--I have a belt drive primary, the old starter would ... A: I have to see what you have to be able to help you. That is why I had you look at the pics. I have ... | |
| 2007 Dyna Super Glide | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: It seems as though my battery maybe dead. I havent ridden it in a while. Where is the battery and ... A: You have to remove the seat and you will see the battery on the right side. You have to remove the ... | |
| points on 1979 shovelhead | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: can you tell me the location of points and possibly how to replace them A: The points, if the bike has them, is located under the round cover on the cam cover. Your bike came ... | |
| Electrical issue... | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I realize you're an HD mechanic but I wondered if you might be able to help trouble-shoot an ... A: A weak battery will not cause a fuse to blow. Only to much current draw or a short will do that. I ... | |
| rough running 05 eletraglide fuel injected | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: Back in April I took my bike in for 30000 service. When I got it back it ran rough. Took back and ... A: If you changed the fuel injector leads around it would not run. As to what they did you make your ... | |
| 1995 FLSTC | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a 1995 Heritage Softail Classic with 48,000 miles. The motor has had no upgrades ... A: You can try some synthetic oil in the trans and see if that doesnt help with the noise. If it ... | |
| 1992 FLSTC | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: Mike...I can't get rear wheel off. I followed the servive manual except cannot get debris cover off, ... A: Put a jack under the bike and lift it just enough so there is no weight on the rear wheel. Remove ... | |
| Stator | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: Go Buckeye's!! Yeah, I am from Ohio, but now dwell in Texas. One extreme to the next!! Anyways, I ... A: In order to change the stator you have to remove the primary cover, clutch basket, motor sprocket, ... | |
| more "zip" & louder pipes | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: My '70 electra glide, pulls out fine in first & cruises comfortably at 65 - 70, once I get it up to ... A: What carb and cam are you running? On the pipes, the sound is going to be a personal preference. ... | |
| 98model1200 trans | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: g`day Mike, I have just replaced first gear in the trans , as recommended by harley mech that looked ... A: Unless it is required in Australia you bike does not have a netural lockout. It should start in ... | |
| Jump start a Nighster | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: My son in law bought a 2007 Harley Davidson Nightster about a year ago and has ridden it ... A: If you are going to have a bike sit like that the best thing to do is use a battery tender on it. ... | |
| 98 ultra classic | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: i put about 300miles on the bagger sat. everything seemed to be just fine then i noticed a slight ... A: It sounds like there is a ECM programing problem or one of the sensers in cutting in and out. the ... | |
| new exhaust and fuel management | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: Mike - you've helped in the past with my old shovel. I just bought V&H Big Shots Staggered for my ... A: Here is my opinion. When your bike comes from the factory it is running a little lean to pass EPA. ... | |
| 98model1200 trans | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: g`day Mike, I have just replaced first gear in the trans , as recommended by harley mech that looked ... A: There are only two things that can be happening. Either the clutch is not releasing or the trans was ... | |
| starter removal | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 04 fatboy how do I remove the starter,and do I have to remove the oil tank to get the ... A: You have to remove the primary cover, morot sprocket, clutch basket and then the jackshaft. Once you ... | |
| 03 dyna low rider | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: how to replace starter A: You have to remove the primary cover, the clutch basket, motor sprocket and chain. then you remove ... | |
| 1977 Shovelhead | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: How do I add DOT 5 brake fluid to my Harley,and how do I bleed the front brakes after adding the ... A: To add fluid remove the cover on the master cylinder that is located on the handlebar. To bleed the ... | |
| 2002 Dyna quits after about a block of riding | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a 02 Dyna, it has V%26H straight shots on it. I pull the chock and hit the start ... A: First, try going for a ride with the gas cap off. If it runs fine then you know the vent in the cap ... | |
| 2002 FLHRSEI Performance Mods. | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 2002 Screaming Eagle Road King. It has Screaming Eagle Slip Ons (Off Road ... A: The screaming eagle slipons should work very well for you. I would nto change them. Install a high ... | |
| voltage regulator | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a '88 Heritage Softail Classic, Took off this morning, got about a mile and the voltage ... A: The coil does not have anything to do with the regulator. You neecd to do a OHMs test on the stator ... | |
| 06' Sportster Custom Rear brakes | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I just replaced the rear master cylinder on my 06' sportster and still can't get any pedal. I bled ... A: There are only 3 reasons that you cant get a pedel. One is a leak and you said there is none, you ... | |
| Sending unit | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: How do I replace the sending unit in my gas tank? 2003 Heritage softail. A: You need to remove the cover, with the speedo, off the tank. Under ity you will see a cover that has ... | |
| KNOCKING | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1998 FLSTF,,PRIMARY CHAIN SIDE OF ENG TICKING ONLY WHEN IT GETS HOT, I HEAR IT WHEN I STOP ... A: Ticking is usually a lifter. Its where the pushrod is slapping against the rocker. It doesnt really ... | |
| Clutch on 07 Sporty | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: I have an 07 XL50 (1200) Sporty and it was shifting very hard especially when it warmed up. Also ... A: It sounds more like an adjutment problem. Loosen the cable so there the alot of slack in it. Now go ... | |
| 1975 XLCH Replacing Clutch cable | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: My clutch cable snapped and I need to replace this cable. I know I have to remove the primary cover, ... A: If you need diagrams you would have to get a harley service manual. You would find the diagrams you ... | |
| Tranny oil leak | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to help a buddy with a transmission oil leak on an s/s 113 and a delkron tranny. The ... A: The trans does not attach to the engine. It is connected by the inner primary. Where it ataches to ... | |
| Many bad batteries | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Full-dresser with all the bells and whistles. Every year I have to replace the battery ... A: If your regulator was bad, they usually fail closed not open. If it failed open your battery would ... | |
| ignition wires hot | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2001 1200 sporster. the ignition wires get hot and the bike will not start. I have ... A: You have a short in the wiring. You will have to check the wires coming from the battery to the ... | |
| oil questioon 92 EVO fxlr | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: Why do i have engine oil collecting on top of piston after shut down. Engine has fresh rebuild ... A: If a valve guide seal has come loose you can get oil on top of the piston when the bike is sitting. ... | |
| RE-JETTING A 1985 H-D HEIHIN CV CARB. | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: I'm still a newbie when its comes to my '85 H-D. However, you've help me so much in the past. Mike ... A: If the bike ran fine before then you dont need to rejett. I would pull the carb, clean it out really ... | |
| lower cases | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: We have a cracked case by the tappet block. Someone told me there were a few years that the cases ... A: In 1989 they did have a problem with cases, but it was where the motor sprocket was and it had a ... | |
| Rejetting stock carb | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I have 1991 xl 883 with a stock carb and screaming eagle air cleaner and 2 1/4 inch White Brothers ... A: You will have to test ride the bike after installing the pipes and see if you need to rejett. Your ... | |
| ignition h.d. | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: first i would like to thank you for your past responses.Heres my question, my ride is a 20001 flhtci ... A: What is happening is when you shut the throttle off fuel is still being put in the throttle body. ... | |
| oil leak on 1977 sportster 1000 kickstart | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: First off thanks for taking your time and knowledge to help people you don't know and trying to help ... A: Your going to have to do some investagation to find the leak. I would clean the motor really well. ... | |
| electrical | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1997 HD Wideglide. Tried to fire it up today, turned on the ignition and everything lit up ... A: When you turn the ignition off and let the bike sit for a few minutes and then turn the ignition ... | |
| 1200 sportster | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2000 1200 sportster r runs well upto 60mph with no issues,but then starts to hesitate runs ... A: I would start by OHMs testing the coil and plug wires to make sure they are good. If they dont pass ... | |
| tires | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: mike, i have a 2001 hd sportster 1200 custom, approx, what is the rule of thumb on mileage on a set ... A: There is really no rule of thumb for tires. Harder the compound int he tire the longer it will last. ... | |
| oil leak, | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 99 1200c sporster.It has 13250 miles. The leak is on the rear cylinder,it drips on the ... A: It sounds like your leak is at the rocker box. Over time it will keep getting worse, so you need to ... | |
| oil is spitting out while i am riding | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 99 HD 1200 sportster my bike was back firing when i hit 3000 rpm and shut off...i cleaned ... A: First, you need to locate where the is coming from. Clean the oil off really well and start the bike ... | |
| '96 FXDWG - Primary/Compensating Sprocket | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a '96 FXDWG with 105k miles on it and over time I've had an increase in drive train ... A: If it gets worse after you ride a while I would say, might be to loose. It will stretch a little as ... | |
| 73 fx shovelhead | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I have installed a new rotor and 3 different stators, all my stators keep grounding out to motor.... ... A: I have pondered your question trying to think of a good reason for this to happen to 3 stators. To ... | |
| 2000 FLHTCI stalling | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I have read many forums and even this one and have a problem with my Harley stalling. While driving ... A: If the coils, ECM, and the bank angle senser were bad you wouldnt have a spark at all. I would ... | |
| 1985 FXWG ... transmission oil change | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: Never changed main transmission oil before and don't know where to drain, where to add, what to add, ... A: On the underdide of the trans, clost to the middle of the case, is the drain. The fill is a allen ... | |
| 1984 fxrt | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1984 harley fxrt 1340cc evo. I have replaced the starter, the solenoid, both pos. and neg. ... A: Check your grounding point. If you dont have a good ground it will have trouble turning over. Make ... | |
| Dual Foot Brake | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1987 Sportster that was outfitted with a dual foot brake, 60/40 split between front and ... A: I have never seen this setup before so I am going to assumn that there are two lines coming off the ... | |
| twin cam lower end rebuild | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I blew a inner rear cam bearing on my O5 FLSTCI. I already got an S%26S gear drive, and oil pump, ... A: Since you are replacing the cams with gear driven cams you will be fine using the bearings that ... | |
| Brake light stays on 86 XLH1100 Sportster | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: Mike, Thanks for being here, we all appreciate it. Now then, i have an 86 Sporty 1100 and my left ... A: For your brake light. Looking where the lever is attached and the throttle is you will see that ... | |
| Ironhead question | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I ride my 1970 XLCH down an 18 mile long country road to get into town each day. I usually cruise at ... A: Your plugs should be a tan color. Since your rear plug is black then your rear cylinder is not ... | |
| harley rebuild | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: my 1990 fxr is tapping after it gets hot and creates black oil quickly do i need a rebuild and where ... A: Your tapping is probably from the lifters. Most motors will create dark oil pretty quickly. The ... | |
| it wont start. | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: My bike was running fine one day. then the next time I went out to ride it would not start. when ... A: Look ont he starter and you will see two wires. The big one is from the battery and and small one is ... | |
| Road King mufflers | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: Will I burn out the valves on my Road King fuel injected motor if I remove the baffles from my ... A: You can. What happens is opening up the exhaust like that makes your exhaust drag pipes. Drag pipes ... | |
| 1998 1340 miss fire | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: Mike; My 1998 lowrider 1340 EVO is starting to stalls out at 70 mph and back fires. After it back ... A: There are a couple of things that can be happening. One is you have a short in the ignition system ... | |
| Adjusting tappets after removal of cylinder head. | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I got a 1977 shovel head FXE. I just finished reinstalling the cylinder head on the rear cylinder ... A: yes, you can do that, but you will have to wait till they bleed down. Its not hard to remove the ... | |
| no spark | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1998 FLHRCI (road king classic) that will not start (but only intermittently). It appears ... A: The problem with having a fuel injected bike is when it doesnt run. You need to have a dianostic run ... | |
| Adjusting tappets after removal of cylinder head. | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I got a 1977 shovel head FXE. I just finished reinstalling the cylinder head on the rear cylinder ... A: The units are not dry, they have oil in them. You have to remove the oil out of them and then adjust ... | |
| Chatter in the engine | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a '98 Ultra, evolution engine. At about 2500 rpm's there is quite a chatter. It diminishes ... A: Its probably not a lifter, pushrod or ricker arm. They usuall;y make more noise at idle than ... | |
| 1926 Harley Model J | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I am writing a historical novel for middle-school kids. In my story, my characters ride a 1926 ... A: If it were under water you would have to kick the bike over until you get the water out of the ... | |
| trhottle cable | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1966 harley Duoglide and the trhottle cable broke. How do I replace it.Do I have to take ... A: You will have to remove the carb. Loosen the adjuster for the cable and remove the cable from the ... | |
| 74 superglide fx | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: yesterday i was riding and everything was good,bike was running great.but suddenly my lights went ... A: What you need to do is take a test light and with the ignition switch on, check to see if you have ... | |
| What to look for in a garaged motorcycle | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: ..I was wondering what I should look for in a motorcycle that has been garaged for about 15 years. ... A: The biggest problem you will have with a bike sitting like that is bearings rusting and a rust ring ... | |
| 1200 Custom not starting | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: I appreciate any help you can give me. I got 2 problems. I have a 2002 1200 custom motor/tranny in a ... A: If your positive wire is smoking then you need, first, replace it. Then check the ground cable at ... | |
| '72 XLH sportster 1000 | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: Helo, I have this old sportster chopper that's far from new. I've had more than a few problems ... A: If its coming out between the cylinder and head then you will have to replace the head gasket or it ... | |
| carb adjustment | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1985 flt just rebuilt it (project i bought )1340 cc evo i put a Andrews ev3 cam in it it ... A: You probably need to rejet the carb after what you have added. Start by runnign the bike until warm ... | |
| 1970 Harley sportster 900 | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: i just put a new clutch in the bike i am trying to adjust the clutch so it will engage, i have tried ... A: Start by loosening the cable so there is alot of slack in it. then loosen the worm gear. Now push ... | |
| upgrade 80`` to 89`` | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A HD 80`EVO 1998 AND WOULD LIKE TO UP GRADE TO 89`, REPLACING MY OLD CRANKSHAFT WITH AN ... A: With just changing the stroke and nothing else you are gaining 9 CI. Without changing the cam and ... | |
| upgrade 80`` to 89`` | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A HD 80`EVO 1998 AND WOULD LIKE TO UP GRADE TO 89`, REPLACING MY OLD CRANKSHAFT WITH AN ... A: When I asked the above question, what I was looking for was, are you putting taller cylinders on? Or ... | |
| high preformance jetting | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I'm upgrading to a 95 inch twin cam B motor I'm putting screaming eagle performance heads with ... A: Your starting point would be the jets you have in there now. Start by starting the bike and letting ... | |
| Shifter switch | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1972 sporty, want to change shifter to left side. I tried the '75/'76 go around linkage,it ... A: You would have to make sure the door on your trans is the one that has the hole in it for the ... | |
| 1993 fxrs primary chaincase oil leak | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: The lip on the engine case that holds the O-ring that seals to the inner primary chaincase has been ... A: I have somthing better than a sealent. There is a gasket kit that will work for you. Go to Teds ... | |
| 82 ironhead | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: keeps foaling out front plug ANSWER: Is the plug black with soot or is it oily? Mike ---------- ... A: To change the guide you have to press the old one out and press the new one in. Then its has to be ... | |
| trees and forks | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: I'm thinking about adding a 5 degree raked tree to my 1993 sportster. If I also add 2" over fork ... A: What you need to do is install your trees. With the bike jacked up and the bottom of the bike ... | |
| shock leak | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: 1996 Electra Glide Classic, on the stand side,front shock,bottom end,has an oil leak, is there a ... A: There are 3 places it can leak. One is where you drain it at the bottom. If that is it there is a ... | |
| s and s carb excessive oil leak | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I have an s and s (g series) shorty carb on an s and s 113ci engine. i have an excessive amount of ... A: That is the vent for the motor. There are 2 things you can do. One is clean the filter element often ... | |
| 85 fxst primary | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I lost a bolt from the shift linkage case on 85 fxst tranny and need to get behind the primary to ... A: You need to start by removing the primary cover. Once that is off you need a impact wrench to remove ... | |
| Hissing Harley Gas Tank | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: I've noticed a hissing sound in my gas tank when I turn on the ignition and then again when the fuel ... A: Without looking, right now you dont know what is hissing. It might be as simple as a leaking line or ... | |
| 2005 Road King TC 88 | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: Upgrades so far include Rinehart True Duals, breather kit, Dynojet. Dynos @ 71 hp and torque @ 75. I ... A: I would go with the Andrews 26 cam. It will give you the HP and torque for the RPM you ride in. For ... | |
| REAR FENDER REMOVAL | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: First and formost I want to THANK YOU for your help with my 1985 FLHT Elec.Glide. Mike I'm in the ... A: To remove the rivet you just need to remove the cap on it and then using a punch drive it out. If ... | |
| tapping hot | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: have an 1981 flt redone top end new pistons .010 over new valves ,guides rockers and shafts and ... A: Since you changed the lifters and that didnt help I would try adjusting the pushrods looser and let ... | |
| No start 93 lowrider | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 93 Lowrider that wont start. I tested the Battery, starter, starter relay. I am getting a ... A: It cant be the regulator. It does not draw any current. Since you have such a big draw I would test ... | |
| brakes | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: on a harley when bleeding the rear brakes , what is the recommended type of residual pressure valve ... A: I am not sure what you are refering to when you say residual pressure valve. To bleed the brakes you ... | |
| Harley clutch problems | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: I was riding my bike when i noticed that it was getting harder to tap into gears when i would engage ... A: It souunds more like a trans problem than a clutch problem. In order the check the trans you have to ... | |
| vibration in handlebar | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: mike i have a 2001 fhltci .my handle- bar jumps up and down at idle,(900rpm),and vibrates once i get ... A: Since your problem is from idle to 80 MPH and the mounts are fine, it can only be a motor problem. ... | |
| 2001 Sportster 1200 | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2001 XL1200. When I start the bike, it only runs for 10 to 15 seconds and dies. If I try ... A: Since you have spark then I would suspect a fuel problem. Looking down the throat of the carb and ... | |
| loading up? | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: 1986 1340 FXR s & s E carb,python pipes This bike set for years [2900 miles]before I bought it ... A: You need to rejet your carb, since you have gone from a high lift cam to a stock cam. If you need to ... | |
| starter | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: what is the best way to change a starter on a 2005 flstc A: First disconnect the battery. Next, you have to drain the primary. remov the primary cover, motor ... | |
| Worn clutch release finger on 86 FXR Liberty Ed Low Rider | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: I have an 86 FXR with a 5 speed trany that will not shift correctly. The problem started soon after ... A: If you need a diagram you would have to purchace a service manual. To install the parts you need to ... | |
| motorcycle under water for a few 3 days | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: My 08 Dyna Streetbob has been caught in a flood here in tennessee. I would like to know what to do, ... A: First, drain a the water out of the trans, primary and engine. Next, refill them with oil and start ... | |
| 1996 Harley Softail | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to help my husband out with his bike problem. The single fire coil keeps burning out. I ... A: the only thing that burns out coils is voltage that is going to the coil and not being released. ... | |
| manifold gaskets | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 75 sportster. I had recently taken the carb off to have it cleaned. I cannot get the rubber ... A: those o-ring gaskets are a real pain. What I do is put them on the manifold, but push them back over ... | |
| hard starting 03 xl1200c | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: Cold or hot my sporster is hard starting. Backfires thru carb and pipes. Sometimes I run the battery ... A: Your problem of hard starting is the foulded plugs. There are two reasons for this. First is the ... | |
| Jetting a dual S&S super B carb | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: My question is what jets should I start out with I tride a 62 main and a 32 intermadiate and the ... A: What you need to do is start with the intermediate jet. Clean your plugs and go for about a 5 mile ... | |
| oil routing | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1981FLT HD I am having a problum with the oil lines. How do the oil lines run from the oil ... A: Looking at the oil tank you should have 3 fittings. The lowest one is the feed line that goes to the ... | |
| rocker box leaks | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have an 04 Ultra with 28K miles. I am getting ready to take long trip and while cleaning, I ... A: No leak is normal. You have a gaket that is leaking. You can still go on your trip as long as the ... | |
| 90' 1200cc sportster | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: starter will not engage...have checked solenoid and it appears to be working (clicks).battery also ... A: the clicking you are hearing is the starter relay. What you need to do is, with a test light, make ... | |
| cam | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: Had 10:1 weisco pistons and andrews ev27 cam installed ,heads were reworked seats and valves ... A: Since you are running high octane and your still getting pinging, before you go to the trouble and ... | |
| 1976 flh chain oil system | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: THOUGH IT'S BEEN A WHILE. I KNOW THAT MY ENGINE CRANKCASE SUMPS UP DUE THE THE BALL CHECK VALVE. ... A: ok, first you cant clamp the vent line off for the primary or it pressurize and backfeed into the ... | |
| I need help | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a 2004 HD XL883 new and been having carb problems ever since. It is stock. Bike pops ... A: First, you need to make sure its a carb problem. You need to do a OHMs test on the coil and plug ... | |
| head gasket leak | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: how do i or can i replace my bottom gaskets on my 190 electra glide classic ANSWER: Is your head ... A: you cant just tighten it down. You would have to replace the gasket. To do the work that is needed ... | |
| bafels | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 98 heritage soft tail it has 2 in to 1 exhaust pipe i think stock if i take the baffle out ... A: you can take the baffles out, but it will cause you to loose power in midrange. Your turning your ... | |
| replaceing handle bars | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: how do i get decorator plates off my Roadking Classic 2006 so that i can remove the handlebars from ... A: you have to start by removing the trim around the key lock. Under it you will find screws. remove ... | |
| not charging | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: my 77 superglide with 1200 shovel is not charging battery . Runs fine until battery runs down and I ... A: First you need to determine what the problem is. First thing you need to do is check your battery. ... | |
| 1974 superglide fxe | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: i am getting ready to change the oil tank on my 74 superglide.will i need to prime the oil pump when ... A: You will already have oil in the punp so you wont have to prime it. After installing the oil tank ... | |
| follow up | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: My coil has no posts on it. its a "screamin eagle" coil & is a sealed unit. the coil has the wiring ... A: Somebody, at some time, has changed the wires on your bike. You should have 2 white wires and 1 blue ... | |
| speedo/tach combo install | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: im insatalling an aftermarket speedo/tach combo on a 1988 fxstc. i have the speedo wiring done & it ... A: Looking at the coil you will see two posts, either on the sides or the front of the coil. that is ... | |
| sticky brake light | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: Mike, welcome back, I have a 2001 1200 sportster custom, onnce in a while i have where the brake ... A: Looking at the handlebars, where the brake lever is, you will see that the lever is attached to the ... | |
| Harley exhaust..backpressure cylinder volume | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: . made my own exhaust.tacked it all in place where i want it. rear pipe is alot longer than front. ... A: For an exhaust to work at its best, on both cylinders, the pipes should idealy be the same length. ... | |
| Transmission won't shift, while running | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: Shift problem led me to install new trans. Now, trans shifts easily, until motor is running. When ... A: You should have about 1/8 inch play in the clutch lever. When you try to shift it while running, ... | |
| Revtech coil | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: So I went to start my 2001 1200 Sportster custom for my first ride of the season when I realized I ... A: Sounds like everything elso is probably ok, but the only way to be sure is to hook up the new coil ... | |
| Motor Rebuild | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: Mr. Well's I have a 2003 FLHPI. When i bought the bike it only had 2200 miles on it. I am aproching ... A: Building your motor up would be cheaper than buying a new motor. As to how much I am not going to be ... | |
| 1979 flh inner primary | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: Mike, I finally got the bike apart, checked the trans shaft with a dial indicator, and it's ... A: Are you refering to the bearing that 4th gear rides on or the bearing that is at the other end of ... | |
| brake pads | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: mike, i hear a rub in my front wheel, when pushing bike, it has 6100 miles, i think it is the brake ... A: You are going to hear the brake rubbing a little when you push it. All disk brakes do this. At 6000 ... | |
| oil coming through air filter | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: could you tell me why or how there is oil leaking through my air filter? I have a 93 softail and in ... A: Your bike vents throught the heads and then goes to the air filter. In the Rocker boxes there are ... | |
| spark plug removal | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: how do you remove the spark pulgs on the right side of the motor. I have a problem with clearence, ... A: You have duel head plugs. What you need is a very thin walled socket to get those out. If you still ... | |
| Carburetor | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I am the one that keeps asking questions about the 1983 Harley Davidson. I rebuilt carb however i ... A: The hose you are refering to is the over flow line. It doesnt attach to anything. Its there incase ... | |
| carb rejetting nightmare | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1987 sportster with a 1200 conversion with 883 heads and a S&S super E carb that currently ... A: There is no adjustment for the lifters. The problem is, the pushrods are on the outside of the bike, ... | |
| carb rejetting nightmare | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1987 sportster with a 1200 conversion with 883 heads and a S&S super E carb that currently ... A: Turning the screw outward richens not leans. You should be closing it. The intermeidate jet should ... | |
| fork oil change | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 99 fatboy and the forks bottom out when i hit rough spots in the road i changed the fork ... A: All for oil does is take the harshness out of the ride, it doesnt keep the forks from bottoming out. ... | |
| pushrod tube removal | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: how do u remove pushrod tube on 1976 electra glide 1200cc A: remove the clip on the tube. Slide the tub together. Now rotate the motor so the pushrod you are ... | |
| primary leak | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: Just had my 30k service. Is it possible by overfilling primary fluid, it can cause a leak where the ... A: What the problem is on your leak is the rubber plug for the voltage regulator, over time, gets hard ... | |
| 1988 softail | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: how do i test coil wires and timing A: To set the timing you need a timing light and a clear timing hole plug. Install the timing hole plug ... | |
| throttle sticking | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: Today I was on my way home from work and the bike started to bog down when pulling the throttle ... A: You are going to have to remove the carb from the bike. I am going to assumn you have a stock carb. ... | |
| spark issues | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1994 1200 Sportster. New Battery,new coil,why am I getting 9 volts on the positive side of ... A: If you are showing 12 volts at the battery and only 9 volts at the coil, with just the key on then ... | |
| starter | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: my bike is 07 Diana street bob light come one but starter makes no noise the battery was dead from ... A: First, with a test light, check to see if you have power going to the ignition switch. Next, check ... | |
| OIL | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1974 HARLEY SPORTSTER 1000CC,IT SAT ALL WINTER AND I WENT TO START IT AND ALL THE OIL WAS ... A: If the oil pump is letting oil past the ball then its going into the bottom end of the motor. If you ... | |
| Starting problems | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: Hey Mike, I have a 95 Heritage and it ran great last year. I went to start it this year and the ... A: If your starter is spinning then your relay is ok. With the bike sitting upright remove the derby ... | |
| '72 Ironhead Clutch adjustment | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: Hey Mike, So long story shorter, I think the ramp is fully extended, and won't release to the ... A: I am confused by your question, so I will tell you how to adjust the clutch and see if this helps ... | |
| 76 shovelhead-electric starter? | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 76 dyna? with a 1000cc shovelhead engine that's a 81-88. The primary is open with a drive ... A: There are open primaries that can have a electric starter added. It is going to depend on what brand ... | |
| hard starts | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a custom built bike with a 100 revtech i just put a big boar 350 battery in it.i still have ... A: First, make sure you have a good ground from the battery, at both ends. Then start the bike and make ... | |
| motorcycle lift on sportster | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: Mike: I would like to know the proper procedure for useing a craftsman motorcycle lift to jack up my ... A: Slide the lift under the bike being centered on the frame. Jack it up to touch the frame and make ... | |
| 05 Sportster 883 Low | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I bought a used 05 Sportster 883 Low with only 400 miles on it for my wife. The problem is - It ... A: Pull the plugs and see if they are getting fouled. If they are black and sootly then they are ... | |
| Burning rich | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: Sir, I have a 2006 FXSTBI EFI i baught it with the hooker header pipes on it and a tune via thr SE ... A: Sounds like your SE tuner is not working correctly and is sending to much fuel. Having the ... | |
| 1982 Honda CM450E | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: please... The last ride of last season, I rode home after midnight on a dark night, and discovered ... A: i havent seen that wrap for a long time, but if you can find some you can try it. It wont last to ... | |
| Carburetor | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I own a 1983 HD FLHT 1340cc. How do I know if my carburetor needs rebuilt or anything? What should ... A: The only time you need to rebuild your carb is if the bike is not running correctly and you have ... | |
| 1976 flh motor sproket seal | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: ALOHA MIKE, HOPE YOU ENJOYED YOUR VACATION. YOU'VE HELPED ME BEFORE-THANKS. ON MY 1976 FLH, AS FAR ... A: If your check valve ball is sticking it will dump oil into the bottom end, not into the primary. The ... | |
| Stripped Oil Drain on 84 sportster | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: What should I do, can I do, or is the best thing to do in this situation. The oil drain is off the ... A: I dont like heli-coils in places where you are removing a bolt alot. They tend to pull out. I use ... | |
| Starting Problems on 1983 HD FLHT | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I own a 1983 HD FLHT 1340CC I have to jump the bike everytime that I start it and just today it ... A: Your bike is not charging. Now you need to test the stator. Unplug the regulator and at the pins for ... | |
| 883 harley | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 883 and when it starts it sounds good. When it is run for awhile the tapping gets very loud ... A: Your bike has hydrolic lifters and there is no adjustment. The tapping you are hearing is the lash ... | |
| Starting Problems on 1983 HD FLHT | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I own a 1983 HD FLHT 1340CC I have to jump the bike everytime that I start it and just today it ... A: There is no trick. Some harleys are a bear to get into netural. The problem is there is really a ... | |
| Starter problem!!! | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I own a '73 FL, with a kick and electric start. ok, backround first-this just started happening for ... A: First you need to try to start it again. If it doesnt start then you need to check the following ... | |
| charging sys | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: how do you test the stator on a 2000 super glide ... A: You need to unplug it and at the plug for the stator do a OHMs test on the stator. Do a pin to to ... | |
| exhausts | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 09 superglide.Everything is stock on my bike.Want to put on vance and hines straight shot ... A: your bike came from the factory a little lean. Changing the pipes to a more free flowing pipes makes ... | |
| removing forks | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: What is the proper way to remove front forks from a 1994 Harley soft tail? A: You have to remove the front wheel, fender and calibers. Once you have that done loosen or remove ... | |
| test coil on twin cam | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: Have a 2002 twin cam softail. Has no spark. I have 12 volts going to the coil and the ignition ... A: You can test the coil, but that in not going to be the problem. Coils wear out slowly over time. ... | |
| blinkers | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: 92 harley ultra, stock lights and blinkers, when you push button you can here click through speakers ... A: I would start by checking the turn signal switch on the handlebars. With a test light, check to see ... | |
| HOOKING UP BLINKERS ON A 1974 HARLEY SPORTSTER 1000CC | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I BOUGHT A 1974 HARLEY SPORTSTER 1000CC,THE OWNER BEFORE ME STARTED HOOKING BLINKER LIGHTS UP AND ... A: It sounds like to need to rewire the handlebars since you have so many problems. If you only have ... | |
| 2001 harley flhtcui | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: mike, have a ? about changing oil, what oil to use in my bike,bought last fall, has 49,000 mi on it ... A: You can put sytethic in your bike without a problem. Use can also use it in the trans and primary as ... | |
| 2005 Soft Tail Deluxe, Wont start | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I rode my Harley one day, parked it in the driveway to run in the house for 5 minutes, when I came ... A: Since you know you have a ggod battery and your bike is turning over slow, then check the battery ... | |
| oil leak | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 95 Sportster that is leaking oil from the front mounting stud. This is the one that is on ... A: Since that is not a through bolt to anywhere you would not have oil coming out of it. You probably ... | |
| 2006 XL 1200 Roadster oil light/smoke | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I bought my '06 XL 1200 Roadster a couple months ago and it has been running great. I rode it to the ... A: When you turn the key on the oil light should come on. Without the bike running you have no oil ... | |
| 89 custom softail | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: What steps do I take before starting my softail after sitting for 2 years A: Start by draining the fuel out of the tank and putting in fresh. I would pull the carb and remove ... | |
| FXWG starter | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: 1980 FXWG with electric an kickstarter,4spd.Mike,starter is not engaging properly. Put on a new ... A: First, chck the battery cables. If they are old and cracked, replace them. have the battery tested ... | |
| front fork seals and oil change | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm sure i can do the oil change but not sure with forks can you help me? i have 1995 883 sportster A: First to change the fork seals you have to remove the caliber, fender and front wheel. Remove the ... | |
| oil pump | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: 1977 sportster xlch Hi I am trying to refit the oil pump on my sporty without removal of the timing ... A: I am a little confused as to what is slipping apart. Align the pump with the hole and slowly slide ... | |
| 2005 Sportster | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I have an 05 sportster 1200c, I can not get it to run. I sprayed the carb with starter fluid and it ... A: I am not sure about bypassing the petcock like you say, but if you are not getting any gas then ... | |
| Tranny fluid drain plug | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: Is the drain plug for the transmission on a 2001 softail in between the shocks up above or lower on ... A: The drain for the trans is inbetween the shocks in the center. there are only 3 things that are ... | |
| flhr belt primary ? | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: my inner primary became loose !! and seemed to break the oil seal (o-ring lip) lip on pto side of ... A: there are only 3 routes you can go with this. First, replace the cases, second, have the cases ... | |
| 2005 Sportster | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I have an 05 sportster 1200c, I can not get it to run. I sprayed the carb with starter fluid and it ... A: There is a vaccumn hose connected to the petcock. Is it connected at both ends? If it is remove it ... | |
| sporster tranny | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: on a 72 ironhead the bolt that is directly under the square oilcan i took it out to put a elec ... A: That bolt should be a through bolt into the case. It is not close to the kickstarter so it shouldnt ... | |
| 1972 Harley Sportster XLH 1000 CC IronHd | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I put a new battery on my bike but it will not charge while the bike is running. I read in here ... A: You need to get the charging problem fixed first, before you mess with the carb. To set it, start ... | |
| 1972 Harley Sportster XLH 1000 CC IronHd | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I put a new battery on my bike but it will not charge while the bike is running. I read in here ... A: that pic you sent me is not the generator. That is the starter solenoid. the generator is located at ... | |
| 1999 S&S 113ci engine clack | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a very loud "clack" in my motor. You can hear it at idle and it gets VERY loud when I ... A: I would start by checking the cam bearing, cam and the lifter rollers. One of these bearing might ... | |
| 1972 Harley Sportster XLH 1000 CC IronHd | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I put a new battery on my bike but it will not charge while the bike is running. I read in here ... A: On a 1972 you shouldnt have a stator, you shold have a generator. take a jumper wire and on the ... | |
| harley clutch cable | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: i replaced my clutch cable and now the bike fills like its in gear when the clutch is pulled in its ... A: Go ahead and adjust the clutch. Before you do that put alot of slack in the cable and then adjust ... | |
| kehein carb. flooding | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: ...i am helping a friend work on a '77 flh 1200 shovel he just acquired and we are at a ... A: There is still a small vaccumn port that is probably slightly plugged and causing your problem. ... | |
| front brake handle replacement | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: could you give me direction on replacing brake lever? thanks, T.J.Butler ANSWER: How about a year ... A: No problem. Look at the lever and you will see a pin going through it. On the underside of the pin ... | |
| vaccum switch | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: im still trying to diagnose my 1984 xlx 1000cc iron head sportster,ive replaced the ... A: In order to do the test you need a part which splices into the cable going to the pickup. You cant ... | |
| kehein carb. flooding | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: ...i am helping a friend work on a '77 flh 1200 shovel he just acquired and we are at a ... A: Go back the remove the carb and take it apart. Somthing is either plugged or you didnt get it back ... | |
| vaccum switch | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: im still trying to diagnose my 1984 xlx 1000cc iron head sportster,ive replaced the ... A: You bike should still run with the vaccumn switch disconnected. It is just a on/off switch when the ... | |
| Extended crank | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: After sitting for about a week, I must crank my 1997 Lowrider numerous times before the engine ... A: Looking down the throat of the carb twist the throttle. Are you getting a shot of gas everytime? If ... | |
| 1990 883 starter problem | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: ive got a 1990 883 sportster. ive recently put a new starter motor on it but when i press the ... A: The thickness is fine. If you have power going to the starter and the starter solenoid is moving the ... | |
| front brakes | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: what kind of brake setup do i use on 72 xlch springer A: Since they never made a springer in 72 on a sportster you are going to have to find out who the ... | |
| 1988 fxsts repair ? | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: my 1988 harley started to smoke back cylinder. i heard it cost around 800.00 to rebuild top end. ... A: Rebuild the top end will not hurt the bottom end at all. Since its a 1988 I would check the cam ... | |
| 98 custom 1200 | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I came back from a ride and all was fine. Went to fire her up the next day an nothing. I mean ... A: Start by checking, with test light, to see if you have power going to the ignition switch and to ... | |
| 98 Heritage springer | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: Is it comin to have difficulty shifting from first gear to neutral. If not what should I do? A: Sometimes it can be. There is a very small space on the shifter drum where netural is and it can be ... | |
| FLHP oil in air filter | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: Just purchased a 2008 FLHP with 7800 miles and after riding about 50 miles I noticed oil dripping ... A: That is oil being mixed with air. Clean it out. Every so often you will have to clean it so it ... | |
| Bikes been sitting for years | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2003 electroglide classic that I haven't done anything with for the last 5 years. After my ... A: You need to start by gettig a new battery. remove the old gas in the tank and put in fresh. then ... | |
| 74 superglide | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: how do i check tranny fluid levels in my 74 superglide? A: It depends on what kicker cover you have. Looking at the kicker cover is there a small allen head ... | |
| Stage 1 | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I guess you get this question allot but how does the SE air cleaner compare to the Zippers, Big ... A: They all claim to be the best and all work really well. Most all you listed use a K&N filter or the ... | |
| 98 Heritage springer | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: Bike ideals very low, and when the choke closes the bike will sputter and buck with a lot of ... A: Looking at the carb you will see where the throttle cable goes in the carb. Clost to it you will see ... | |
| 1984 xlx ironhead 1000cc sportster | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: would my stock carburator cause week spark in the plugs?im having carb issues and is currently being ... A: Since you have replaced most of the electronics there are a couple of things to check. Check your ... | |
| harley race tuner | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: i just purchased 2010 fat boy lo,i want to put louder pipes on it,the dealer says i have to purchase ... A: You dont have to get the race tuner or the air cleaner. One thing you need to remember, adding free ... | |
| engine problem | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: i own a Honda Unicorn Bike.Recently while riding the bike ,the engine automatically shut down,while ... A: oil removes heat and lubes moving parts. Without oil the parts that need lubed start rubbing ... | |
| 1999 Heritage, Backfire etc. | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: Mike, Bike has progressively become harder to start (when cold). Pops, backfires etc. Once warmed ... A: If you have adjustable pushrods, make sure they are not to tight. Check for a air leak at the ... | |
| starter and battery | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1981 low rider. When I first got it, it ran and started great. I left for a ... A: I would first have the battery tested to make sure its good. If it is, check the ground wire at both ... | |
| Coil / ignition | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: What should the ohms read across the plug towers on a single fire three wire coil.I have a 2003 ... A: you should be showing aprox 3 ohms. I would check the plug wire to make sure its good. Generally, if ... | |
| fuel system | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: what's involved with changing my 02 roadking from fuel injection to a carburetor? A: Alot more than you want to do. Its a long process. You are removing the ECM and all the wiring, and ... | |
| 1974 superglide fxe | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: i have 74 superglide.it runs awsome,but it has stock exaust and i want straight pipes.i have a s&s ... A: Adding straight pipes will lean the bike out a little. What you would have to do is install the ... | |
| oil leaking from bike | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I just started my 1979 1200cc Harley Lowrider for the first time in two weeks and noticed a large ... A: you can do it. I is pretty easy. If you look at the top of the oil pump you will see two plugs. the ... | |
| oil leaking from bike | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I just started my 1979 1200cc Harley Lowrider for the first time in two weeks and noticed a large ... A: What is happening is the same thing that happens to alot of other riders. Your oil tank sits higher ... | |
| 2009 Iron 883 fuel tuners and exhaust systems. | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: Ok this is a long story but im going to fill you in. I am looking to get a set of V&H short shots ... A: You should notice a little change. You are not going to get alot more horses unless you change cams. ... | |
| 2009 Iron 883 fuel tuners and exhaust systems. | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: Ok this is a long story but im going to fill you in. I am looking to get a set of V&H short shots ... A: When you change the pipes and air intake you will make the bike run lean. If it runs to lean, it ... | |
| 1984 xlx sportster 1000cc ironhead | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: i put a new carb kit in my stock carb.and when i give it throttle with the bike none running i dont ... A: Even though you installed a new carb kit you might have some dirt in the carb that is plugging up ... | |
| 06 injected deuce | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I want to put santee laf drag pipes on my bike with torque cones and aftermarket air cleaner. Am I ... A: you need to tune the bike. What you are wanting to do will lean out the bike. Running lean makes it ... | |
| turn signals | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: 2000 FXSTB. Over the past few years the left turn signal has been intermittent. Sometimes it works ... A: Since it works on and off I would suspect a loose wire or connection. I would start at the light and ... | |
| springer shakes | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: Ive got a 97 flsts 27,000 mis. all service on time. weekend ride up 160 mis. started back noticed ... A: couple of things to check. You can lean the bike over on the kickstand so the front tire is off the ... | |
| 2005 Road Glide forks | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: Looking for how to remove and replace my lower front forks and install another set, looking for help ... A: What you have to do is jack the bike up and remove the wheel, caliber, and fender. Drain the fork ... | |
| 1994 HD Evolution | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I would like to buy an HD 1994 evolution the bike rides well except slight missfire during start up. ... A: You never said how many miles ago the motor was rebuilt, but being a 1994 bike I think I wuold have ... | |
| Choke pull | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2004 deuce that is carbureted. The plastic fastener on the choke pull is broken and you ... A: Yes, you have to remove the carb and take the choke cable out of the bracket. then you have to ... | |
| 1984 xlx 1000cc ironhead sportster | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: i installed new plugs and coil,i am getting fueland good spark but not all the time and my bike ... A: It doesnt sound like you removed the jets to clean them. The intemediate jet is located under a ... | |
| 1984 xlx 1000cc ironhead sportster | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: i installed new plugs and coil,i am getting fueland good spark but not all the time and my bike ... A: Generally, ignitions either work or they dont. I think your problem is fuel. The gas you see going ... | |
| Valve guide seals | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 95 electra glide. It has started puffing oil smoke out of the left exhaust at start up. I ... A: You smoke can either be the valve guides or the pistons. You would have to pull the heads and remove ... | |
| slow starting 05 softtail | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: If the voltage on the battery at turnover drops below 11.5 it will not fire or get fuel from the ... A: If the bike is turning over fine, like it was before, but not firing then you need to check your ... | |
| top end | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: top end started making noise so I did a top end job. Its now 5 over with weisco 10:1 pistons , but ... A: I would have the cylinders checked to make sure they were honed correctly. Since you have a EVO ... | |
| fork oil | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 04 Heritage Classic. The fork oil was done at approx 20,000 miles , and it is due again. ... A: There are two ways to do your fork oil change. Both, you jack the bike up, or do one fork at a time. ... | |
| Starter issues | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I've got a 1991 FLSTC Heritage Classic. Recently, the starter began making a bit of a squealing ... A: You probably have a bearing going out in your starter and it needs to be removed and checked. Yes, ... | |
| 1996 Road King | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a 1996 Harley Road King with 4k original miles. I was wondering if I should have all ... A: It sounds like its been sitting for a while, so yes, I would change them. You dont need to put ... | |
| Intermittent missing | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: 2007 Ultra, V&H True Duals, SE Air Cleaner, Power Commander III. Problem: Engine misses, or ... A: The only thing I can think of is your bike is running lean in that RPM range. That is why I asked ... | |
| '69 Sportster | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: How do you prime the oil pump on a '69 Sportster XLCH? ANSWER: Has the oil pump been removed and is ... A: St the fitting where the oil goes into the oil pump squirt some oil in there till it run out. ... | |
| clutch to hard | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I havent rode in a while......My clutch to hard to pull in makes my hand sore.......is there a way ... A: Your calble probably dry and needs lubed. Try that and see if its easier to pull. One the tranny, ... | |
| 1979 flh 1380 | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I just put my dad's bike back together i had a problem with the push rods and setting them i think i ... A: First did you bleed the lifter units before trying to set them. If you didnt, you need to remove ... | |
| lower fork sliders | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: i own a 2009 harley street bob and i want to remove the lower sliders for powder coating,how do i ... A: You have to jack up the bike and drain the fork oil. Remove the front wheel, caliber and fender. At ... | |
| harley repair | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a Harley soft tail 2006 efi 1450 cc. After about 20 minutes of riding, it will not idle, ... A: SInce your lights wont work that would lead me to think you have a short in your wiring. You would ... | |
| That Speedometor Cable ? | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I jack-up the Harley ( 1985 FLHT ) she's sitting on engine stands and very secure. I took out the ... A: If you want o remove the cable completly that is what you have to do. If you are just removing the ... | |
| Horrid Grinding Noise | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: Help Mke! 1993 FLHT Leaving work tonight I start up the hill to a stop sign. I stop, look both ways, ... A: the mainshaft of the trans is pretty hard and is usually not damaged. But it can happen. In order to ... | |
| Removing Front Fender Still | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I jack-up the Harley ( 1985 FLHT ) she's sitting on engine stands and very secure. I took out the ... A: You should have any problem with replacing the pads. Just put he new ones back in just like the old ... | |
| Horrid Grinding Noise | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: Help Mke! 1993 FLHT Leaving work tonight I start up the hill to a stop sign. I stop, look both ways, ... A: Right now it could be about anything from a clutch problem to a trans problem. I would start by ... | |
| wrist pin | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I have 1986 heritage 1340, it started makeing a noise in the valve train, only the rear cyl. so I ... A: i would check to make sure its is a wrist pin that is making your noise. You never said if you check ... | |
| inner shift arm broke | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: is there any way that you can send me the part of the book were it shows this or can I get this book ... A: I dont have anyway to send you what you need and I am not sure if your local liberay has is or not. ... | |
| 2002 indian spirit s&s motor hard starting | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2002 indian that starts and runs fine as long as you run it on a regular basis, but if i ... A: It sounds like to carb is overloading on gas when you turn the choke on full. The idea of the choke ... | |
| FXR chain conversion | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: im looking to widen the rear tyre on my 1990 FXR and the most common route seems to convert to ... A: If you just convert to a chain you will be able to go to about a 150 tire. If you are looking for ... | |
| 2002 indian spirit s&s motor hard starting | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2002 indian that starts and runs fine as long as you run it on a regular basis, but if i ... A: Has it always done this or is this somthing new? A couple of things to try for me. Let it sit like ... | |
| choke cable replacement | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2002 elestra glide classic,usually have to ride with the choke pulled for thirty minutes to ... A: In order to remove the choke cable you first need to remove the air cleaner to get to the carb. Go ... | |
| EXHAUST | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I have a stock 08 FLHR, can I put V@H slipons on it without having to put a Hi flow air kit or ... A: Your bike came from the factory a little lean. Adding the slipons will make it run a little leaner. ... | |
| Vibration putting feet to sleep | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 99 Dyna thathas got a bad vibration at 70MPH puts the feet and hands to sleep! I have ... A: If you are getting that much vibration and you have check the drivetrain as well as the frame, then ... | |
| 96 1200c sportster electric start | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: my bike has always started easily and never any noises from the starter and today I turn the key and ... A: Did you have the on/off switch in the on position? Look under the cover on the right and check the ... | |
| S&S Super E Enrichener | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: Could I use the enrichener as an mixture control device. I have EGT gauge and adjustable main jet. ... A: I have never haeard of anybody doing this. It would probably work, but sounds like it would be alot ... | |
| 1974 sportster | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: oil line placement and where to set timing marks for Andrews Y grind cams A: Your timing marks are the same as stock. Put in the cam gears and then align the marks on the gears. ... | |
| Cold weather problem today | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: My question ( I think applies to any bike with carburettor's) I didnt ride my 2000 R6 for 6 days and ... A: Sorry to say, but I am not going to be able to help you. I don't even know what a R6 is let alone ... | |
| 1985 FLHT CLASSIC REMOVAL OF FRONT FENDER | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: Can you help me out with removing the front fender on my '85 FLHT Classic ? Just what is envolved ... A: First you have to jack the bike up and remove the front axle and the calibers. Next, remove the ... | |
| 1977 sporster | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I wanna put on a wide fork on my sporty..what years do I need to look for in used and what about a ... A: If you want to put a wide tire on you will have to either modify your swing arm or locate a wide ... | |
| XLCH Pushrod removal | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1973 XLCH ironhead sportster 1000cc, I have a crack in the cam cover and attempting to ... A: You didnt do anything wrong. Makw sure you rotate the motor so the lifters are all the way down at ... | |
| S&S super E carburator | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a high comp. (10.6/1) 88" evo engine with supertrapp exhausts,1-1005 crane cam,crane ignition ... A: Your problem is probably your cam. that cam has a really hight lift and long duration. At idle the ... | |
| Shovel Head Bolts | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: read your info on how to tighten the Heads down on a Harley Shovel.First you said, 1, tighten down ... A: The number 3 cam from andrews is designed for a low compression engine and wont work very well with ... | |
| miss firing dyna. | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I have been having problems with my 2002 dyna glide.It miss fires a lot,i have changed the plugs and ... A: the black plugs mean that your are fouling plugs and that is what is causing the missing. What you ... | |
| 94 ultra classic | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: cruise control comes on when first starting out on ride 3 or 4 min. maybe then cruise light on dash ... A: I cant comment ont he oils you are refering to since I have never used them. Fluids are a personnel ... | |
| 94 ultra classic | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: cruise control comes on when first starting out on ride 3 or 4 min. maybe then cruise light on dash ... A: It sounds like, first you will have to replace the buttons on the handlebars that dont work. Then ... | |
| 1979 flh 80 electra glide classic | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: My inner primary where the bearing for the trans. main shaft is located, is worn to the point that ... A: If your main shaft is bent, then you are going to have to replace it. Even if you can bend it with a ... | |
| inner primary | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Hey Mike, I was recently given a project my moms husband has had for awhile, due to health problems ... A: Your best way to do what you want is to get a kit that has the 3" belt drive. It will have all the ... | |
| gear allignment | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I was troubleshooting a problem with starting, while doing this I removed the gear cover and I ... A: Put the gears back in their holes. Looking at the gears you will see marks on them. they have to ... | |
| 2001 Road King FHLRI | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I need some help with adjusting throttle and idle cables. I have a 2001 Road King (FHLRI) with fuel ... A: Go to the throttle cable and turn the adjuster on it just until you have slight play in the throttle ... | |
| 2004 Harley sportster front brake issues | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I installed a chrome front master cylinder on my 2004 Sportster 1200 and I am unable to get it to ... A: Sometime a dry master cylinder is a bear to bleed. Fill it with fluid and let it sit for a couple of ... | |
| moter | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: how do i change rockerbox gaskets on a 1999 evo thank u A: First, you need to remove the fuel tank. Then remove the top cover, middle cover and then remove the ... | |
| 82 shovel head | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: The engine cranks but won't start. Where can I start ANSWER: Pull your plugs. holding a plug to the ... A: To adjust the points remove the plugs and rotate the motor until the high point is on the points and ... | |
| 1981 flt oil out filter | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: Hey Mike, In stop and go traffic,(idling very hot) my 81 flt starts pumping,literally pumping oil ... A: Your oil is coming out the vent, which goes to the air filter. There are two possible reasons for ... | |
| battery | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a custom pro street with a TPengineering 124 ci motor and I just rewired the entire bike ... A: It can if the starter solenoid is sticking. But if it does the starter and wiring usually gets ... | |
| battery | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a custom pro street with a TPengineering 124 ci motor and I just rewired the entire bike ... A: Charge the battery and with a volt meter check it to see if its dropping off. If it is, check your ... | |
| FLSTS-C Replacing neck berrings | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: My 2001 Softail Springer has 51000 miles and I want to replace the neck berrings and races they were ... A: You need to remove the front fender, caliber, wheel and forks. You will have to remove the ... | |
| FLSTS-C Replacing neck berrings | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: My 2001 Softail Springer has 51000 miles and I want to replace the neck berrings and races they were ... A: As long as you keep them lubed through the grease fitting you should need not to replace them until ... | |
| S & S CARB ADJUST | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: How do I adjust the fuel/air mixture? Thanks. sid. A: Start the bike and let it warm up to temp. Slowly turn the air/fuel mixture screw inward, just until ... | |
| 1976 fxe | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: i have an fxe stroked to a 1340 with 4 plugs for better combustion.Whomever owned it last took off ... A: I am not sure which part you need answered so I will do both. the kicker can be put back on without ... | |
| harley trans. leak | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: Hey Mike, had my '95 flh in the shop for a trans. leak(on primary side)-they changed the main shaft ... A: the seal is on the outside of the main bearing and is pushed against the case and rides on the shaft ... | |
| blow back | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I own a 89 flhtc, 1340 evo. Im experiencing excessive blow back, about a qrt in 100 miles when ... A: There are two possible reasons for this problem. One is the crank case vent is work and oil is ... | |
| charging system | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: i have an 86 flst. i replaced a battery with a bad cell. i put in a brand new battery and rode for ... A: What you need to test is the stator. Unplug the regulator and at the prongs for the stator, od a ... | |
| FLAT TIRE REPAIR? | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: Crap! I took my 1983 Honda CM450E out for a final 30 mile drive before wintering it, because it was ... A: You would have to have the when taken off and the tire removed as well as the innertube to see what ... | |
| won't start | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: Have 07 classic. When I go to start it sometimes it will not start. when push start button nothing. ... A: When you try it start it and it doesnt start, check at the coil with a test light. Do you have power ... | |
| Evo Flywheels and rods | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1977 Harley FLH that I am rebuilding, a freind told me to put Evolution flywheels and rods ... A: Doing that would change the stroke. the 77 flywheels have 3.96875 stroke and the EVO has 4.250. So ... | |
| bleeding brakes on harley | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: We have a 94 harley dresser and cannot bleed the front brakes and the manuel sucks. A: Make sure you have brake fluid in the master cylinder and while bleeding dont let it go dry. Pump ... | |
| brake light | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: 1985 Electra glide and my brake light is staying on all the time A: Check your front brake. Where the controls are you will see that there are two brackets. One holds ... | |
| 88 1200 sportster | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: Iwant to put a wide glide on my bike .I already have the fork and triple tree mfg. by showa it has ... A: As long as the triple trees are made for your bike you should have no problems. Just installt he ... | |
| 85 ignition | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 85 evos. An Fxrs, and an Fxrt. The rs has an s and s with the voes removed completely and ... A: If you have no power at the coil, then you have a wiring problem. On the hot side of the coil you ... | |
| "Stabil" in gas tank? | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: Just exactly how does this "Staybil" product work? I've been told to add it to my gas, then run the ... A: Staybil works by adding chemicals to the gas to keep it from degrading over time. Fill your tank and ... | |
| cleaning a s&s carburetor | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 76 FLH with a s&s carburetor, the carb leaks about a quarter quart of gas every night, with ... A: First, you need to get a rebuild kit for the carb. Also, if your carb is leaking like that, your ... | |
| Repair front fork tubes | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I'm from Spain and I am not very good in english, but I try to ask you a question... Days ago I had ... A: You will need to replace the seals as well. Have the bike sitting on a stand so there is no pressure ... | |
| 2006 fxdi bearing | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: What can be done to prevent every 15000 mile bearing failer in my fxdi, Harley says it needs to be ... A: Not really sure why they told you that. That bearing is not different than any other big bike. They ... | |
| Front fork repair | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1999 ultra classic, the left front fork has begin to leak fluid. Do I have to remove the ... A: Your fork seal is probably leaking. You dont have to take the upper forks off to remove the lower ... | |
| bike shuts down | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 road king the bike shuts down when it gets warm/hot usually about 20 min riding from a ... A: Your voltage is probably dropping and shutting the bike off. What you need to do is test the stator. ... | |
| 1967 Harley Sprint value | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I have had a 1967 Harley Sprint,sitting in my garage for a good 12 years. Before my garage, I was ... A: Since its been sitting that long and the motor needs to be gone through, its not going to be worth ... | |
| primary leak | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I own a 2003 HD Superglide Sport. My primary drain plug is stripped out and leaking primary fluid. ... A: You will hae to remove the primary cover and drill the hole out and install a insert so you can ... | |
| Eccessive Oil out of Breather | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I have an 88 Softtail with an S&S 96cu inch motor. I changed the cam shafts over the winter. The ... A: there are two possible reasons. The cam you installed is a high lift cam and it is causing blowback ... | |
| Transmission | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I recently participated in a parade with my 1990 HD FXR. About half way into the parade the bike ... A: First, you need to determine if its the clutch or trans. Jack the bike up and remove the spark plugs ... | |
| Valve job | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I thank you for taking the time to read this. My husband has an 81 Harley Sportster. It has sat for ... A: First, you have to check the clearence of valves to valve guides. the guides usually wear and have ... | |
| engine stall | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: why does a motorcycle engine stall when it's park under the heat of the sun for a couple of hours? ... A: You never told me the year and model so i can only be general. You tank has to be vented or the fuel ... | |
| 1977 harley sporster | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: How do I put a wide glide front end on my 77 sporster. I think I need a coupler? The other is on the ... A: I dont know of any swing arm that you can put on your bike to install a wider tire. You may have to ... | |
| 1955 H-D Hummer and 1956 H-D K-KH | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: Hey Mike this is Brad Streight of Odenton,Md.and I'm about to embark on restoring 2 H-D Motorcycles ... A: For the hummer they made a 125 and a 165 CC model. Both were single cylinder and 2 stroke. On the K ... | |
| Heat Management | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I recently purchased a 10 screaming eagle ultra classic. The heat coming off the right side ... A: If your bike is that hot, I would start by making the dealership repair it, not adding anything. its ... | |
| Hand Brake not illuminating brake Lights | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2003 Softail standard. When using only the foot brake, the rear illuminates. However, ... A: Check your control housings where the brake lever is. You will se that its in two sections. They ... | |
| 96 ultra classic no start HOT | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: A friend has a 96 ultra classic. for the last 2 years has been experiencing a no start hot ... A: I would start by checking the voltage at the battery at idle. The volt meter on the bike could be ... | |
| Steering Head Adjustment | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: Question #1: 2003 Heritage Softail Classic 30,000 miles. Noticed a slight rattle or jarring in the ... A: Yes as long as you dont tighten it to much. As to question 2. they need to be inspected since you ... | |
| rear brake pads | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: i need to replace rear brake pads on my 2007 Electra glide standard. I've done know how to do it on ... A: remove the caliber. Pry the pads open so you have room to install the caliber back in with the new ... | |
| Gharging System | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: How do you trouble shot the regulator and alternator on a 1991 Fatboy it was smoking where the ... A: Your bike has a stator, not a alternator. What you do is take a OHMs meter and test the OHMs on the ... | |
| clutch tensioner | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: Ok my question is simple to you but certainly not to I have a custom harley built on a 86 sporty the ... A: To adjust the clutch, first loosen the cable at the cable adjuster so there is some play in it at ... | |
| 2000 sportster s | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: i drop my bike and when i got it up i noticed all the wire at the right throttle controls were ... A: You need to get a test light and start checking the wires for shorts and to make sure its wired back ... | |
| 1998 Harley Roadking -Oil Pan removal | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Roadking with a Evo motor injected,and while doing a service on it the oil pan Drain ... A: You can remove the oil pan without removing the trans. Its a tight fit but it will come out. I ... | |
| harley Spark Plug Thread Repair | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: what is the best way to fix a Harley shovel head Spark Plug hole the rear cylinder has a heli-coil ... A: I use stainless steel thread repair inserts. You hae to drill out the hole and install the insert. ... | |
| no spark | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a 02 harley duece soft tail carborated. drove it friday night and it was fine, pulled it out ... A: If you have voltage at the coil and you installed a new modual the other thing it can be is the cam ... | |
| return cable 81 fx | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: return cable broken. how do i repair it? thank you A: Loosen the adjusters on both cables so there is slack in the cables. Remove the air cleaner and ... | |
| SU | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: First the basic about bike its a custom job shovel mostly fxwg mid 80's stock motor std case kick ... A: you never said if you have solid lifters or not. If you do have solid lifters check them. If they ... | |
| SU "Eliminator II" carburetor | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: First the basic about bike its a custom job shovel mostly fxwg mid 80's stock motor std case kick ... A: Your problem sounds like its not turning over fast enough to catch. Check your battery cables at ... | |
| shovelhead valve/piston collision | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: Purchased a "best of everything" Shovel motor on Ebay. 93" S&S forged pistons,dual plugged ported ... A: Without knowing what was done to the motor there are several posibilties. First, the pushrods might ... | |
| 1973 ironhead sportster | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: So i pulled my timing cover and forgot to pull the points bolt out and pulled my cam out with the ... A: Yes, the cam marks have to line up perfectly or your bike wont run correctly. So, make sure you ... | |
| 76 shovelhead wide glide | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: I need to know how to wire up an indicator light on my dash to the oil sensor- I"ve downloaded a ... A: The 12 volt power goes to the oil pressure senser, then a wire goes to the light from the senser. ... | |
| 2003 harley night train fuel problem | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: 2003 standard stock 100 year anniversary night train with no part adds or changes was running fine. ... A: First thing you need to do is determine if your fuel pump is working and pumping up. You would have ... | |
| oil pressure | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: i have an 06 street glide with a 95 inch kit. in heavy stop and go traffic the engine will cut out. ... A: Since your idle is jumping all around I would suggest getting a dianostic run on the bike. You may ... | |
| 84 Harley FXR Primary Adjustment & Frt Brake Master Kit P/N? | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: Until I can get my hands on a manual, I need to know the procedure for adjusting the primary chain ... A: Your rear one should be 42374-82A. To adjust the chain, remove the inspection cover from the center ... | |
| rear brake sticking | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I own a '92 softail FXSTC; the rear master cylinder is located on top of the fwd. control and stays ... A: there is a spring inside the master cylinder that is used to return the master cylinder. Also, your ... | |
| Alternator Ring Lip broken | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1992 Dyna Glide with an oil leak. I found the lip on the case where the Alternator O-ring ... A: I know that V-Twin Manufacturing used to make a kit for that repair, but they dont have them anymore ... | |
| 75 sporty tranny | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 1975 harley sportster, when I start it up, pull the clutch and put it in first ... A: Yoru clutch is sticking is the problem. Has nothing to do with the trans. First, loosen the cable so ... | |
| Race Tuner | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: What is a race tuner and what does it do for the bike? A: A race tuner is a program that is installed in your bike and what it does is change the settings on ... | |
| 84 FXRT Bad Clutch Drag Problem | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: my 84 FXRT clutch really "drags". It is most noticeable when the engine and clutch is cold. Now that ... A: It sounds like your clutch plates are sticking together. What you need to do is pull the plates and ... | |
| 1971 sporty clutch | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I bought a 1971 sportster and it jumps forward and stalls when i put it in gear. I have turned the ... A: What is happening is the clutch is not releasing all the way. Loosen the cable at the adjuster so ... | |
| Starter | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1981 Sportster that sometimes the starter won't spin when I depress the starter button. ... A: Looking at the starter you will see two wires going to it. The large one is from the battery and the ... | |
| '95 xl, 1200 evo | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: New to Harleys, bike is in good condition, but still trying to get a feel for how she runs. recently ... A: If the compensator nut nut, chain was loose or a bearing was worn in the primary you would get a ... | |
| 98 fatboy lights off engine runs | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I was riding my 1998 fatboy tonight down the freeway and all of the lights went off. The engine ... A: I would start by checking all the lighting connections to make sure they are tight. Then you will ... | |
| Gas spill | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: first please allow me to say that I did see your non-Harley warning. My question is not specific to ... A: Your fuel leak could be from either the vent on the gas tank or the carb. If the bike was leaned to ... | |
| 1340 engine | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: bike has sat for about 4months . I tryed to start bike acted like battery was low. when it started ... A: Charge the battery up fully and start the bike. the oil coming out is just oil that has weeped past ... | |
| brake pads | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I never replaced brake pads before on my 2004 custom harley sportster. I need to change my fromt and ... A: First, you need to take a screw drive and open the pads so the new ones will fit. Just pry against ... | |
| 99 Road King Starting Problem | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: My 99 RK Classic will not start. It makes a feeble attempt but does not turn over. Thought it was ... A: If you have 2.79 volts at the small wire on the starter then unplug it and see what the voltage is ... | |
| 08 Road Glide oil fouled plugs at 5K mi. | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: My 08 Road Glide 5,000 miles I checked plugs and they are oil fouled.Slight oil weep from rear ... A: It is not common for the valve seals to go bad. They should last a long time. You could have oil ... | |
| 2001 harley 883 | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: This bike belongs to a friend who bought it new. The bike has 600 miles on it. My friend is a ... A: I think what you are going to have to do is pull the motor and tear it down. You probably have a ... | |
| Harley Davidson Sportster Cutom 883, 2006 | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I own the above mentioned Bike, the problem is that everytime i start the bike , it runs for harldy ... A: First, it takes a while for your bike to warm up. If the motor is cold it will sputter without the ... | |
| Cam timing | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I know you are a Harley mechanic but maybe you can help me. I am installing a new replacement cam in ... A: Looking at the cam you will see two marks. One is for the cam timing and the other is to time the ... | |
| rear cylinder cuts out | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: 2004 road king clasic, fuel injected, started riding and after about 8 miles riding the rear ... A: Your EFI can short on one cylinder. Since your getting spark, I would start by checking to see if ... | |
| rear cylinder cuts out | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: 2004 road king clasic, fuel injected, started riding and after about 8 miles riding the rear ... A: Did you run a dianostic on the bike? If you didnt, you should. There are so many thing that can be ... | |
| revtech 100 | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: bike ran great sunday custom chopper cranked but wouldn,t start monday. changed spark plugs ngk ... A: Since yoru plugs are fouled that is what is causing yrou running problem. It sounds like your coil ... | |
| backfiring and spitting back | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a 2004 carbureted electra glide standard in 2008 with 3900 miles on it from an ... A: Since your plugs are fouled, there are two reasons that can happen. First is your carb is jetted to ... | |
| Clutch problem on 1973 XLH | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1973 XLH Sporster. The problem started on a ride when I went to down shift and I lost ... A: Thy this. Loosen the clutch cable so there is alot of slack in it. then loosen the clutch adjuster ... | |
| tank swap on 87 electra glide | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 87 Electra Glide classic with the ugly square fuel door on the tank. I want to swap to late ... A: The tank you are refering to would have to be modified to fit your bike. Check some of the ... | |
| high idle | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: Mike I have had my 2008 XL1200L for a couple of weeks now and I don't like how high it idles. How do ... A: Without knowing the idle speed I dont think you should lower it. The bike is designed to idle at a ... | |
| 2007 roadking police bike | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: i am going to change lower legs and have never done this before and i have no books i do a lot of ... A: I am going to suggest that you purchace a service manual if you are planning on working on your own ... | |
| FLHT-PI speedometer | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: The speedometer on my 1999 FLHTPI quit working today as I was going down the road. The tach is ... A: Not really. I would disconnect the cable from the speedo and jack the bike up. Spin the front wheel ... | |
| 1980 FXWG Ignition | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: First,Thanks Mike on the oil pump info. it was air bound. As my hose go in from the top, I took the ... A: If you go to the dyna web site you can get the instructional sheets for your ignition for the ... | |
| forks 73 Sprint | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: Mike, sorry for the remedial questions, I am learning as I go. but, as I strapped down and brought ... A: If you have released the pinch points on the triple trees, the part that the forks are in, and they ... | |
| installing ape hangers on a 2009 nightster | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to install 12 inch ape hangers on a 2009 nightster, what size cables do i need to get ... A: Anytime you are installing taller handlebars wnat you need to do first is instll the bars. then at ... | |
| Stereo fuse/ brake light problem | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I have an 96 ultra classic Electra glide,just bought it, battery died, I replaced it, noticed that ... A: Check the bulb and check the socket with a test light. If you dont have power to the brake light, ... | |
| Tappet block leak | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1991 FXRS and noticed a leak which should only be coming from the tappet block (rear ... A: The only other thing it can be, if that is where the leak is, is a problem with the case where the ... | |
| ENGINE AND BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON WHILE RIDING | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I just finished the 10,000 mile service. The battery charge was 12.7 volts but the voltage while ... A: Either the stator or voltage regulator is bad. You can ride with the battery charged, but when you ... | |
| 2005 HD Deluxe | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I need to bleed my brakes on my '05 Deluxe and I have it lowered "slammed" as far down as I could go ... A: On your first bike. Pull the brake handle and crack the bleeder on the caliber. you will see brake ... | |
| harley charging system | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: after reading and trying your(mike wells) answer to a previous question regarding checking the ... A: Go from one prong on the stator to ground. then do the other. You should get zero OHMs. then go ... | |
| Drive Chain Adjustment | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: How Do I adjust the Drive chain to Take out the slack on an 82 shovel Fxr? A: loosen the axle nut. infront of the axle nut you will see the adjuster nut. Turn the nut on both ... | |
| Oil + Push rods | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I have an EVO 1340 from 85, I had a problem with a bearing which disintegrated and damage my E-27 ... A: If you oil light is staying on, then you dont have enough oil pressure. You need to get a pressure ... | |
| fuel in oil | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: Just bought an 02 Fatboy 88 ci, carburated, with 11,000 miles on it. Not sure how long it sat. ... A: At one time the petcock was probably left open for a long period and gas leaked into the carb. If ... | |
| 86 FXST Solenoid/Starter ??? | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: Won't start Just get a click from the solenoid when I press start an I lose power until something ... A: If you have 12 volts going from the starter relay to the solenoid and you have 12 volts at the post ... | |
| Harley Starter problem | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a custom built high compression '97 80" Evolution motor. I am trying to determine if my ... A: There are a coule different routes you can go. I would suppect that you running 10:1 or 12:1 ... | |
| S&S problems | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: i have an 84 softail that has the S&S on it . it has never run right since it was installed. i just ... A: It can. What the VOES does is change the timing when under throttle. It connects to the intake ... | |
| Removing Rocker cover bolts on a 2009 FLHX | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I want to take off my rocker box covers to have them powder coated, I have a 2009 FLHX (Touring ... A: you dont need a special tool. Its just a tight fit. I use a shortened allen head. Any time you ... | |
| 2001 HD fuel injection | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Electra Glide Ultra Classic with 7000 original miles. Lately when starting the ... A: On the throttle no going into high idle, your temp senser is probably going bad and not kicking hte ... | |
| 2002 XL1200C Backfire through Carb | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: Good Afternoon Mike, I have acquired a 2002 XL1200C that has developed a backfire through the carb. ... A: I would doa OHMs test on the coil and plug wires. That can cause your problem. Also, check for a ... | |
| 1972 flh | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: please tell me the procedure for filling the front forks with oil. The manual tells me to make a ... A: Jack the bike up so there is no pressure on the forks. Remove one top cap on the fork. Do it ... | |
| back fire | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: Mike ,i own a 2006 fhltc .I've installed a set of rinehards mufflers on it.Since then i have a ... A: Youn dont need to go to a bigger air filter, but I would recommend it. It will let your bike breath ... | |
| oil pouring out of the breather vent line | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: early 1985 flht,bike has been sitting since 2004.put new battery in, it started right up,but oil was ... A: No, nothing is stuck. The oil tank sits higher than the motor. There is a check valve in the oil ... | |
| Rejetting super g carb | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I am repacing the stock 2in1 pipes on my 06 ironhorse lsc with vance n hince bid radius 2in 2 pipes ... A: If you go to the S&S web site and go to the tech pages you will find how to jet your carb. The ... | |
| leaking fluid on clutch cable | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: cable has had fluid leaking where it swings down to frame. I pulled the plug on the reservoir, and ... A: Since the cable goes into the trans, I am going to assumn you are refering to the level of the trans ... | |
| ironhead 1000cc and shorty super e carb. | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: i have a early 84 ironhead 1000 and put a shorty super e S&S carb. on it . it had a inter. of 29 in ... A: A good coil is either a Crane or Accel. Make sure you get one for your bike depending on if you have ... | |
| oil leak | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: i have oil coming out of the exhaust pipe on a 1450cc engine with only 2500 miles on it what would ... A: there can be two reasons for oil coming out the exhaust. Oil is leaking past the valve guides or oil ... | |
| 2001 Road King FHLRI | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: Rear tire is not center with rear fender seems like rear swing arm is bent. Recently had an accident ... A: You can buy a new swing arm and install it, but I would check to make sure the fender struts are not ... | |
| LED taillights | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I have an 06 Street glide. I have removed the stock brake light asmembly and rear turn signals. I ... A: I am confused. Why are you wiring the turn signals to the brake light? If you wire them to the brake ... | |
| rear brake master cylinder 1995 Fatboy | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: My rear brakes went out. I tried fluid and bleeding, all I get is sputters and nothing coming out ... A: Your parts inside the master cylinder are being held in by dirt probably. You can use air pressuse ... | |
| electrical problem | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 model Deuce. I decided to change my seat from a rider and passenger to a solo seat. ... A: the stator runs in the primary oil to keep it cool. If you are getting oil at the plug then the ... | |
| Blow back | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: Wells, I have a serious blow back problem that caauses me to lose 1 qrt of oil in less than 100 ... A: You can probably do the work yourself without problem. If you need a oversize breather you would ... | |
| electrical problem | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 model Deuce. I decided to change my seat from a rider and passenger to a solo seat. ... A: You are showing to low of voltage for your bike. You should be showing around 13.5 volts. When you ... | |
| Blow back | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: Wells, I have a serious blow back problem that caauses me to lose 1 qrt of oil in less than 100 ... A: Your crankcase breather is probably worn and oil is getting past it. What you need to do it remove ... | |
| 74 harley sportster electric start right side shift wont start | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: OK here is the story/question sorry if its a lil long now all i gotta do is figure out how to get ... A: When it does it check to see if you have power going to the starter solenoid from the starter relay. ... | |
| 1999 Heritage Clutch Plate/Disks replacement | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: Need to replace clutch plates/disks on 1999 Heritage. I currently own an 84 Shovel and have done all ... A: No problem. Drain the primary fluid. Remove the primary cover. In the center of the clutch you will ... | |
| 1970 XLH Carb issue | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I have another question for you. I just rode my bike today for the first time in 5 years{70 XLH). ... A: Start the bike and let it warm up. Set the idle at around 900 RPM. The screw at the rear is for a ... | |
| Fuelpump | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 FLHTCI and my fuelpump doesnt always turn on. If i turn the turn the ignition switch ... A: Sounds like you have a short in the switch. Check both sides of the switch to see if you have power ... | |
| no spark | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I have no spark on my 94 flt could the Voes switch or the wires going to it shut down the ignition. ... A: Since you have replaced the above parts and its still doing it then you either have a bad breaker or ... | |
| remove forks | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 2006 street bob and the upper forks are bent. Can you tell step by step ... A: Jack the bike up and remove the fender, brake caliber and wheel. On the fork you will see a screw on ... | |
| lower rpm on hwy. | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I heard you can change rear sprocket and it will lower you rpm on hwy? I have a shovelhead 4 speed , ... A: If you want to lower your RPMs on the hyw you would have to either go smaller on the rear sprocket ... | |
| New Handlebars | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know the best place on 09 Night Train where hand control wires can be disconnected ... A: The wires are plugged in under the tank. You have to drain the tank, disconnect the fuel lines and ... | |
| no oil pressure 07roadking | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: i have 7300 miles on my rk was riding down highway 65mph eng. sounded a little loud look down oil ... A: You would have to remov ethe oil pump and do an inspection on it. In order to do this you have to ... | |
| clutch | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: 1980 harley shovehead 4speed new clutches basket spring. always had problems with clutch wanting to ... A: No, you dont soak the disks. They are dry clutches. You do your mesurement from the back of the ... | |
| Binding Clutch on 1960 XLCH Sportster | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I am the third owner (since 1971)of this stock beauty but the clutch has been a problem. I think ... A: Sticking clutch plates were always a problem. One of the things that causes the problem is sitting ... | |
| Starter or soleinod | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000H.D. heritage Softail.All has been good till now.Sounds like starter spins but doesnt ... A: What you need to do is drain the primary fluid and then remove the rear cover. looking above the ... | |
| Rich Fuel Adjustment | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: My '98 FLSTC has been running rich since the 95K service. It will start without the enrichener at ... A: On your bike you have a air/fuel mixture screw which is plugged. If you are running rich all the ... | |
| 1992 FLHT | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: I HAD RODE ALL DAY, I STOP TURN OFF THE BIKE ABOUT 20 MIN, GOT BACK ON, TURN BIKE ON MUSIC CAME ON, ... A: You dont have fuses, you have breakers. Check the main breaker going to the ignition switch and see ... | |
| 79 lowrider charging system | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: when riding my bike it stalled and would not start.only has kick start and head light was dull ... A: First, charge the battery and start the bike. At the battery, you should be showing about 13.5 volts ... | |
| OIL CHANGE | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: WERE ARE DRAIN PLUGS ON 2000FLHRI, AND WHAT IS CAPACITY A: The oil drain plug is located under the bike on the oil pan to the left and foward. The trans is ... | |
| VOES | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: My 1993 FXDL drops it's idle speed ~300 RPM, on restart, after it's gotten hot idling then turned ... A: What the VOES does is advance the timing after the bike is running. You can chaeck it by starting ... | |
| harley | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: Harley-Davidson 2006 flhtc electra glide classic with a starting problem, was running then just quit ... A: What you need to do, before changing the fuel pump, is do a test pressure to see if its pumping up ... | |
| Gearbox seal on WLA 42 | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: The main shaft gearbox seal on the clutch side leaks oil like a sive, filling up the clutch with oil ... A: You can replace the seal without tearing the trans apart. Its on the outside of the trans. You have ... | |
| Harley 883 Sportster Battery recharge | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: My wife bought a Harley 2009 883 Harley. She has not driven it in a while, she went to turn it on it ... A: Remove the strap that holds the top cover and then remove the top cover. If you have a front cover, ... | |
| starting problems | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I just bought an 87 Harley Sportster 883 although the gentleman had it bored to a 1200. When I try ... A: First, make sure you have a good battery. If you have a weak battery it wont turn over. Next, with a ... | |
| 1988 FXRS STARTER PROBLEM | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I Have a 1988 Harley FXRS. It has 10 to 1 compression with no releases on it. It also has a baker ... A: Since you are running a high compression piston, the stock starter isnt handling it. Its taking so ... | |
| harley Vibrations | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: Have 05 electra glide standard 43,000 miles. have small cams and race tuner installed. I have a ... A: Your telling me somthing different than before. Since you say that the vibration quits then its a ... | |
| 07 ultra random misfire | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: i have an 07 ultra that around 2000 rpm has a misfire i have replace plugs, wires,installed a new ... A: Right now it could be about anything, but I would say its a intermitment short. Your best bet is to ... | |
| LIGHT PROBLEMS | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A 99 FXSTC AND MY LOW BEAM AND MY REAR RUNNIN LIGHT DOES NOT WORK. I HAVE HIGH BEAM AND AND I ... A: First, remove the bulbs and with a test light check to see if you have power at the posts for the ... | |
| Oil Temp | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1998 road king FLHRCI, I bought this bike about three years ago and had always noticed that ... A: Your oil is staying to cool from the oil cooler. You need to have a thermostate bypass onthe cooler. ... | |
| harley sportster 1974 | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: how do the oil lines run on a 74 xl 1000 sportster and what could cause intermitent pumping of my ... A: Since this started when you had the gaskets replaced, it sounds like the oil pump is not working ... | |
| starter | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: 1982 FLH rear belt drive, changed rear belt drive to chain drive,installed new ... A: Kickback on the starter might not mean high compression, it might mean the timing is advanced to ... | |
| Motorcycle repair training?? | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I have two bikes that I would like to learn to PM and take care of myself. Do you know of or ... A: I dont know of any classes around you. Your best bet is to get a service manual for your bikes. They ... | |
| 2003 dyna fxd clutch adjustment | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: Adjusted for slack(a lot) at handle. loosened lock nut and turned in threaded srew several times. ... A: It could have broken off inside. Try this first. Loosen the cable and then adjust the clutch. Slowly ... | |
| Timing a 1974 FLH that will not start | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: How can I time my 1974 FLH when it will not start? It sat for 19 years but was turned over often. ... A: Since you put the timing back where it was, your timeing is probably not off. It sounds more like ... | |
| brakes | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: what is the best way to bleed the rear brakes on a 2006 Sportster took off caliper wiped it down ... A: Go to the bleeder and pump the brakes a few times. With the lever pushed down, crack the bleeder and ... | |
| oil blowing out of breather tube | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I have a 1974 1000cc Sporty.When I start my bike in the morning a lot of oil shoots out of the ... A: What is happening is oil is weeping past the check ball in the oil pump and getting into the bottom ... | |
| harley problem | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: 97 heritage springer soft tail haveing trouble with passing lamp they stay on and every couple of ... A: If the lamps go off, but not the headlight, then you have a short in the wiring going to the lamps. ... | |
| adjustment of rear belt | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I own a 2003 fxd. I just installed a new rear tire. What is the best way to tighten the belt ... A: Put the gage on the belt and push up to the mark on the gage and measure how far the belt flexes. ... | |
| wet sumping | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 83 flht (just bought) put new cams in,new pistons,new oil pump, have oil blowing out the ... A: Your having a little oil sump in the bottom end of the motor. The pol pump cant pump it back fast ... | |
| Clutch Cable 2000 Ultraclassic. | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: My cable broke at the clutch handle. How do you change the cable out? A: First you have to remov ethe rear exhaust pipe and then drain the trans oil. Yu next have to remove ... | |
| Rough running HD | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2003 Harley Davidson Road King Classic. When the gas tank is full the bike runs well. ... A: No problem. It sounds like your fuel pump is either plugged, the filter is plugged or the fuel line ... | |
| breakers 95 heritage | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I went to start my bike and it started to turn over and then I heard a click from under the seat ... A: there are two reasons that a breaker will click. Either you have a bad breaker or you have a short ... | |
| Front Brake Light | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Harley Road King. My brake light will not work when the front brake is applied but ... A: There is a switch behind the brake lever. Check to see if you have power at the switch. When the ... | |
| 83 harley clutch ramp assembly for xlx1000 | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I need to know how the clutch cable attaches to the clutch ramp assembly on a 1983 harley 1000 ... A: I dont have any diagrams to send you. the cable attaches by the end coupling that is in the ... | |
| head /valves repair | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: 63 flh. recently got the bike running. bin sitting for some time. mechanically only had oil pump ... A: Since you are probably working with a panhead motor the valves you need are part number (intake) ... | |
| Loosing Gear | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I just had a 10K service done on my 2006 Deuce. After I got it back when I upshift from second to ... A: First, you need to check the shifter adjustment on the trans to make sure the shifter fork is in the ... | |
| starter | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I just got a 79 lowrider shovel, it has a 5 speed and computer on it, it was running no problem the ... A: Check the wire going from the starter relay to the starter solenoid. If you have power at that wire ... | |
| 1978 Shovelhead | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1978 Shovelhead FL I have been experiencing a bad front end wobble between 40 to 50 MPH. ... A: When you replaced the bearing did the you replace the race as well? If not then you will get a ... | |
| clutch adj. | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I have loosen my cable and locknut on adjuster but i cant feel when to stop turning screw it just ... A: First, loosen the cable so there is slack in it. Now slowly turn the asjuster screw inward until you ... | |
| replace clutch cable on 1980 FLH | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: Is there an easier way to change the clutch cable than taking half the bike apart? I can't figure ... A: Loosen the cable so there is alot of slack in it. remove the cable from the clutch lever then the ... | |
| harley ignition coil problems--95 sportster | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: Motorcycle has been running good. Last time i tried to crank, it was hard to crank. Finally crank, ... A: Remove the coil. Test at the small wires with a OHm meter and you should get around 3.5 OHMs. Test ... | |
| oil leak/pouring | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1975 sportster 1000 and oil seems to come up through the vent tube and also the filter ... A: There is a check ball valve in the oil pump that is suppose to close when the bike is not running. ... | |
| dead battery | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Fat Boy and I have put 2 batteries on it this summer and I only get to ride it about ... A: First, charge the battery and start the bike. With a volt meter check at the battery. You should be ... | |
| idel too low/ backfire | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: My question to you is which screw on the carb sets the idol and which way do I turn it to increase ... A: If you have a bad battery, it will cause the backfiring problem. Not enough juice to make a hot ... | |
| 1998 Harley Davidson Road King Classic | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I own a 1998 Harley Davidson Road King Classic. The bike has 55k miles. I am not the original owner ... A: One thing you have to consider is if you sell it like it is you not going to get much for it, ... | |
| 1998 Road King Classic - Not starting. | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I live in South Africa and bought my Road King new in '98. Have loved it and had no problems until ... A: Ok. Since you know you have good ground test the battery to make sure its good. If the battery ... | |
| transmission fluid leak/ 2002 nighttrain | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a 2002 nighttrain a couple months ago and noticed it started leaking transmission fluid ... A: Either one can leak over time. What you need to do is really claen the area as wella s you can, then ... | |
| clutch hub | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: how do i pull the clutch hub on a 1985 evo wide glide after i have removed the diaphram A: You have to remove the nut holding he hub on as well as the motor sprocket nut, and the chain ... | |
| 1998 Sportster 1200 Custom | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I purchased my bike used from the dealer 1.5 years ago. It only has 12,400 miles on it. I have put ... A: You should have 12 volts at the hot side of the coil, with the key on. Yes, the coil is located ... | |
| REPAIRING FORKS ON SPORTY | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1996 883 HUGGER SPORTSTER. THE FORKS HAVE NO STIFFNESS(SLIDE UP/DOWN EASILY). I WANT TO ... A: It sounds like you need the oil replaced in the forks. Start by draining the oil. At the lower fork, ... | |
| intake leak on 2002 Road Glide | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: Hoe do you repair a intake leak. ANSWER: Carberated or fuel injected? Mike ---------- FOLLOW-UP ... A: First, drain the tank and remove. Remove the air cleaner and carb. The choke will have to be removed ... | |
| Transmission Leak | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a custom chopper with a 80ci evo motor and a Spyke 6-speed transmission. It has a 3" open ... A: There are two seals on the that side of the trans. The main seal and the seal inside 6th gear on the ... | |
| 85 ironhead clutch | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an '85 Ironhead, I can't seem to get the clutch adjusted, when I adjust it (by the book) the ... A: Adjust the cable so it has alot of slack in it. loosen the adjuster on the clutch. Now take the ... | |
| Clutch keeps coming out of adjustment | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2008 Softail Custom, I bought it from Harley and it was a rental. Every time I take it to ... A: Its probably your throwout bearing. What you need to do is replace it as well as the clutch rod. the ... | |
| 82 shovel clutch problems | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: we replaced all clutch components even push rod and bearing when i pull clutch in and put it in gear ... A: Check your adjustment on the clutch. loosen the cable so you have slack on it. Then go to the ... | |
| s&s motor vibration,compensator nut loosened up | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: we have an 07 ironhorse with an s&s 111 in it,200 miles on it,compensator nut,come loose and took ... A: When your nut came loose you might have damaged the compensator and its out of round. the only other ... | |
| shovelhead brake problem | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1970 Harley Electra GLide with rear brake problems. Sometimes it works, sometimes not. ... A: You must be refering to the brake caliber on the left side of the wheel. If you dont have any leaks ... | |
| 2003 Lowrider | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2003 low rider. It was not started for 2 years. I have replaced the battery and fuel ... A: If the motor is turning over and not firing, then first, pull the plugs and see if you are getting a ... | |
| 66 Shovelhead | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 66 Shovelhead that I am getting back to good working order. I have installed new points, ... A: You might have the incorrect shaft. The shafts for your bike runs 65-69 and then there was a change. ... | |
| 2003 Lowrider | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2003 low rider. It was not started for 2 years. I have replaced the battery and fuel ... A: What you need to do is see if you hve power going to the starter. First, chect to make sure you hve ... | |
| 111 s&s noises | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: ANSWER: Did you just put the motor in 300 miles ago, or did you put the motor in in 06? Mike ... A: Your ticking is from the hydrolic lifters. There are a couple of things to try to stop it. Once is ... | |
| front fork seal | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2006 dyna low rider with 49mm tubes on the front forks i would like step by step ... A: First you need to jack up the bike and remove the fender, brake caliber, axle and wheel. Slide the ... | |
| 73 xlch won't take throtle | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: hope you can help . First i have a 73 xlch that i rebuilt this year. the flywheels were ... A: Your plugs are fine with the 28 jet. Couple of things to check. Check the points to make sure they ... | |
| gas fouled plug | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: i asked you a question about rear cylinder only gas fouled plug only last week.i should have ... A: Since you only hae one cylinder that is fouling, the cam cam be off, if they were removed so I would ... | |
| Breaking cables!! | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: Hey Mike, I have a 1200c with 12" mini apes, I originally put Magnum II cables all the way around ... A: I dont think you are doing anything wrong. Make sure you dont have any really tight bends in the ... | |
| 73 xlch won't take throtle | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: hope you can help . First i have a 73 xlch that i rebuilt this year. the flywheels were ... A: On the RPMs, just estimate. If your going about 30 MPH you will be under the 2500 RPM. The 32 ... | |
| lifters | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: Its Mario from OZ.I have a 92 dyna glide coustom evo 80 cube.Mike,can you test hydraulic lifters for ... A: When you get the kit from S&S it will come with instructions for installation. There is no test I ... | |
| S&S 88 ci engine | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: This is the engine on my Indian, 2001 Spirit. Although it is not a Harley, the Indian uses the same ... A: The service manual is the repair manual, unless you have a owners manual instead of the service ... | |
| 1984 FXR | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: Hey Mike, I've got a 1984 FXR-SP frame w/ a 91' motor in it. My front end is very mushy and I want ... A: Measure the upper fork tubes and that will tell you what forks you have. If they are sportster tubes ... | |
| 73 xlch won't take throtle | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: hope you can help . First i have a 73 xlch that i rebuilt this year. the flywheels were ... A: It sounds like you have carb problem. Lets start at the begining. Start the bike and let it warm up. ... | |
| starter | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: 1989 FLT starter button makes starter click but wont engage but can jump across and starts fine ... A: I would clean the ground wire and make sure its tight. Since you have 12 volts to the relay and only ... | |
| Volt meter fluctuation | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a '96 Electra Glide Classic. When the bike is running, my volt meter on the dash shows a ... A: First, hav the battery tested to make sure its good. In order to do that you need to do make sure ... | |
| Wheel Bearing Repacking | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: I own a 1997 Harley Sportster 883. Can you tell me the procedure for packing the wheel bearings ... A: Remove the wheel and the bearing seals. Remove the bearing, one at a time and clean all the grease ... | |
| Harley Ignition switch removal | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: How do you replace an ignition switch on 1980 Harley Davidson flt with no key.The key was lost when ... A: One thing you might try is going to a dealer and with the vin number they might still be able to ... | |
| trans sprocket | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: hi mike just like to know if trans sprocket on 73 xlch has to be set atcertain tension or just ... A: There is not torque for the trans sprocket. Just tighten it tight. On the pushrods, they should be ... | |
| oil change | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: where do you drain the oil on a 2001 FLHTCI Electra glide. I cant seem to find the oil tank. A: the oil tank is under the bike. Looking from the right side of the bike, under the trans you will ... | |
| 2000 Harley Davidson Wide Glide | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: Engine light comes on, odometer flashes on and off 30 seconds after bike starts, put new battery in, ... A: You are charging fine. Since your check engine light is coming on what you will need to do is hae a ... | |
| '84 softail starter | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: My '84 softail starter grinds when I use it. There are obviously some broken teeth somewhere. I know ... A: You have to pull the starter and behind the starter you will find a cover for the gear. It will have ... | |
| torque specs | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Road King 1340 big twin I am going to put new gaskets from cylinders up what are the ... A: To torque the heads you start with the front one on the left side if the bike and at the front ... | |
| Fuel controller needed? | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I have an 08 fatbob stock except for kromewerks slip-on mufflers (hp-3) just installed. Do I need a ... A: About he only way for you to tell, unless you run the bike on a dyno, is to pull the spark plugs and ... | |
| overheated, cracked front disc | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: Had my '89 Sporty in the shop for a new clutch and stator. While in the shop the mechanic noticed ... A: There is no adjustment to the brake. You have a disk brake and the only thing that needs done is ... | |
| Idling | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I ride a misfit of parts, but I love her. I have had her for 5 years and have had her to at least 4 ... A: Your bike Never had a VOES. Harley didnt start using them until 84. Once you start the bike, you ... | |
| STUCK EXHAUST VALVE | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: Hey Mike,I have a 73 shovel and the bike runs like it is out of time but it happened once before and ... A: If your valves stick, then they are to tight in the valve guides. There is a clearence that needs to ... | |
| starter trouble | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: My starter has blown on my '04 XL1200r. Is this a job that I can do myself? Any advice on the kind ... A: In order to remove the starter, you have to remove the primary cover to get to the starter bolts. ... | |
| 73 sportster xlch | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: transmission drain plug was striped out then helicoiled.after years of taking plug in and out part ... A: JB weld isnt going to work and a self tapping plug will probably strip out in time since the case is ... | |
| low idle on fuel injected bike | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: 2001 road king, 49,000 miles, bike is fuel injected. Everything stock. once the bike warms up, 5 ... A: there are several things that can cause your problem. Throttle position senser is going bad, temp ... | |
| 2005 twincam A from a dyna lowrider fits what other frames? | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: have a dyna twincam88A carbuerated w/tranny what year frames will it fit? only Dyna family or will ... A: Hate to say this, but I messed up! The engine and trans you have will fit any FX type frame. You can ... | |
| Primary chain | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Electra glide classic. I am told I should adjust the primary chain when it starts to ... A: You should check your primary chain about every 3000 miles. the chain is located inside the primary. ... | |
| sporster spedo fuse | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1999 1200c and i tried to relocate my speedo. it was working fine on the test drive. when i ... A: The fuses are located under the right cover or under the seat. There is no special fuse for the ... | |
| oil blowing past air cleaner | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: why would oil be blowing past my air cleaner filter its a 2004 dyna low rider with 6200 miles about ... A: Your heads are vented by the two bolts going into the heads close to the carb. At times a small mist ... | |
| changing starter | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I have taken clutch cover ,foot peg and all bolts out of chain cover i cant get the gear shift to ... A: the gear shift will slide off if you have the bolt out. Its just tight. You may have to pry it off. ... | |
| throttle/idle cable adjustment | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 sportster883.I REPLACED THE STOCK BARS WITH A SET OF BARS OFF A 2008 CROSSBONES.THE ... A: Go to the adjusters on the cables. They are close to the throttle. Loosen the locknut and turn the ... | |
| baffle? | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I recently participated in a parade with my 1990 HD FXR. About half way into the parade the bike ... A: I doubt if the baffle came loose. Slow riding, like you were doing is really hard on the air cooled ... | |
| 1999 Harley 1200 Sportster rocker box gasket | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: What is the process in changing rear rocker box gasket on a 1999 Sportster 1200. Any info would ... A: Remove the tank and remove the 4 allen head bolts holding the top cover on. Remove it and the center ... | |
| 06 harley ultra classic fork slider removal | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: Mike Can you tell me an easy way to change out the lower fork sliders.Have a new set that are ... A: Start by draining the fork oil. Remove the front wheel, fender and brake calibers. Inside the under ... | |
| Front end for a 2007 Sportster | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: My wife has a 2007 1200XL Low Rider and we are wanting to make it look real "Beefy". She likes the ... A: About the biggest tire you will fit is a 130/90-19 Companies do make 41 MM front ends for ... | |
| low beam blowing fuse | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: We have a 1997 Road King. Just noticed the problem yesterday. When you switch from high to low beam ... A: When you blow a fuse, like you have, you have a grounded wire somewhere. What you are going to have ... | |
| 79 sportster | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: could you tell me how much clutch oil goes in a 79 sportster A: Looking at the bottom of the primary, close to the center, you will see a small screw. Remove it and ... | |
| 2000 sportster clutch cable replacement | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: just wondering how to get the cable out of gear box shift lever. thanks GARY ANSWER: You first ... A: If you are removeing the cable then you have to remove the primary cover. To remove it you need to ... | |
| 2000 sportster clutch cable replacement | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: just wondering how to get the cable out of gear box shift lever. thanks GARY A: You first have to shorten the cable with the cable adjuster. It is located under a rubber boot in ... | |
| 2006 Harley Davidson touring bike. | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: We bought a bike and the previous owners lied to us.The neck and frame were pushed slightly to the ... A: In the old days, Harley used to put the measurements in their service manuals, but they dont do it ... | |
| replacing clutch hub | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: how do i get the clutch assembly out of the old clutch hub on a 1998 fatboy? A: Drain the primary fluid and remove the primary cover. Behind it you will see the clutch. Loosen the ... | |
| 2002 Harley Dyna Super Glide charging problem | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Dyna Super Glide. The battery looses charge when the engine is running. The red ... A: for the OHMs use the lowest setting. Yes, they have to show no OHMs. If they do then it means it ... | |
| excessive oil | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: i recently bought an 87 electra glide classic.it has just under 17000 km,s(ya i'm canadian).during ... A: If you have oil in the primary, other than primary oil, then its coming through the main seal behind ... | |
| 2002 Harley Dyna Super Glide charging problem | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Dyna Super Glide. The battery looses charge when the engine is running. The red ... A: You need to test your stator. First, do a OHMs test on the stator wires. From one wire to ground, ... | |
| top end job | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I own a 97 Road King with 103,000 miles. Exactly what goes into a top end job. I ask this question ... A: When the heads are removed the base gasket has to be replaced or it will leak, but like I stated ... | |
| 1998 Roadking fuel Injected 50k phaseII racing cam Straight pipes with Power cones | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a problem of this bike being in two different shops and no one can fix( anwser is buy new ... A: First, you need to fix the intake leak in order to get the bike running right. Since the plugs are ... | |
| Front end for a 2007 Sportster | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: My wife has a 2007 1200XL Low Rider and we are wanting to make it look real "Beefy". She likes the ... A: You can go a wide as the forks will allow. You have to keep in mind that the brake caliber has to ... | |
| 2003 Low Rider Oil Pan | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: My oil pan has stripped drain plug threads and I have to replace it. The manual makes it sound easy, ... A: You dont need to jack up the motor, unless you want to. If you look at the top of the engine you can ... | |
| Valve noise | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I have a 2006 FXSTI that has about 6700 miles on it. The motor is stock and has had no work ... A: As long as you change your oil when you are suppose to the oil is not breaking down. With heat the ... | |
| oil | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1991 haritage has been sitting for few months when i tried to start it the engine started ... A: What had happened is over time oil from the oil tank has weeped into the bottom end. When you start ... | |
| 69 FLH Clutch plate dimentions | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: Mike, can you give me the factory specs on what the '69 FLH clutch plate tolerances are? Thanks. A: There really is no tolerence. Harley never gave one in the service manal. It was left up to the ... | |
| Primary Gasket | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 94/883 sportster hugger Harley Davidson. I have a small oil leak and believe once the ... A: Time should take you about 45 minutes. First, drain the fluid. Loosen the adjuster on the cable so ... | |
| Clutch basket repari | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: Hoe do remove and replace the Clutch Basket on a 1997 Heritage Soft Tail? I had a a little issue ... A: You are going to need a clutch compression tool to remove the clutch basket. You would have to ... | |
| Super E Carb adjustments | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1983 FLH with a Super E carb. It was running fine until I brought to a wrench who "tried" ... A: First thing you need to determine is if its the carb or somthing else. Since your plugs are fouled ... | |
| harley master cylider | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2006 softail standard,just brought new chrome handle bar controls,put them on and pulled ... A: Pumping it before putting brake fluid in didnt hurt anything. The hole in the master cylinder, where ... | |
| Rear Tailights/Not Flashing | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: Mike, as you suggested i rechecked the connection of the load equalizer. It still did not solve the ... A: Since your filament bulbs work then your wiring is ok. The only things it can be is (1), load ... | |
| 1977 sportster starting problem | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I had a 77 ironhead rebuilt a few years back by a dealership, they did not start it when doen as i ... A: you should set the air/fuel mixture screw at about 1 1/2 turns. I idle screw can be set until the ... | |
| oil out of carb | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: yes hi i have 2003 sporsterxl and someone told me that oil getting spitted out of carb is caused by ... A: On each side of the carb, in the head, there are two bolts. They are hollow and they vent the ... | |
| Sportster Running HOT | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 92 Sportster with a 96-03 1200 motor(previous owner says it is a 2000). When I got it the ... A: Your plugs sound fine. If your bike was running lean it would run hotter, but is doesnt sound lean. ... | |
| voltage regulator prblem? or what else? | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: 2003 Ultra Classic, 12,000 miles. I bought it last summer. Stage one but no other engine work. Above ... A: What you need to do is unplug the regulator. Now you have two wires from the stator. Go from one ... | |
| 73 shovelhead | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: how do i cheak if my primary oiler is working correctly.what would be the cause of cylender num. 2 ... A: To check the oiler disconnect the oil line going to the primary from the oil pump and run the bike ... | |
| voltage regulator prblem? or what else? | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: 2003 Ultra Classic, 12,000 miles. I bought it last summer. Stage one but no other engine work. Above ... A: What you need to do is test your stator. Do a OHMs test on both wires and then a AC voltage test on ... | |
| harley repair | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: im changing the primary gasket on 84 sportster,how do i remove the cover,then replace the gasket? A: First you need to drain the primary oil. Next, adjust clutch cable so there is some slack in it. ... | |
| 1993 FLHR completely dies for 15 seconds | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I have a 1993 FLHR with the hard bags and all. My bike dies on me intermittenly, one ... A: Since your lights and everything are going off then you are losing power. I would start by checking ... | |
| 2005 Road King Classic (FLHRCI) Clutch Adjustment | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I just purchased a 2005 Road King Classic with 12,700 miles. The clutch seems a little sloppy, takes ... A: Check your clutch lever, you should have about 1/8 inch play in it. If you need to adjust it follow ... | |
| Open belt drive | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I know you work on harleys but i have a 113 S&S on a bourget.What is the advantages and or ... A: Putting a open drive belt on is cosmetic. Some riders liek the looks of them. They dont really give ... | |
| Carb problems | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1986 Sportster that I just purchased and it's basically bone stock. It does have 1 3/4" ... A: Since you said your biek is stock and probably have a stock carb, you dont have a idle jet. the ... | |
| '94 Ultra Classic Tour Glide | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I am the second owner of this great bike and just put 5000 miles on it in 10 weeks, it now has ... A: get under the bike and look straight up where the oil is dripping and look to see where its coming ... | |
| fork cups | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: we need direction how to install fork cups in a 1999 harley we are trying to change the triple tree ... A: First you have to jack the bike up and remove the front wheel, fender, brake caliber, forks and ... | |
| road king handlebars | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 08 road king and want to change handlebars. I have not done any mechanical work in years ... A: Its pretty cut and dry. remove the controls. If the left frip is to tight or glued on you will have ... | |
| 68 xlh sportster | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I recently picked up a 68 xlh. Have been riding it and noticed I am getting a noise from the ... A: Check yoru chain adjustment on the primary. If its to loose it will make a noise. If that doesnt ... | |
| 2007 Nightster Engine Knock/Cutout | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: My wife's 2007 Nightster has had an ongoing issue and a new one. Currently approximately 4,000 ... A: Your knocking is probably from a lifter bleeding down. It should hold pressure, but sometimes they ... | |
| 49 Panhead Kick Starting Issues | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I have a 49 Panhead chopper with an S&S carb (I did not build the motor... so I am not certain ... A: try starting it by, with the ignition off, twist the throttle a couple of times and kick it over. ... | |
| 1999 DYNA LOWRIDER | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: WHEN I FIST START MY BIKE NO MATTER HOW LONG I LET IT WARM UP IT WILL SPIT FART AND BACKFIRE FOR THE ... A: It sounds like you have a intake leak and once the motor warms up the leak seals from the expanding ... | |
| carb problems | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: Hey Mike! I have a 88ci S&S engine with a super e carb. i know you said you only know about harleys ... A: Your plugs are fouling so it can be a couple of things. I would doa OHMs test on the coil and plug ... | |
| Throttle cables | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I recently bought a S&S Super E for 03' Softail. I had a stock CV carb before hand. The ... A: S&S cam out with housing for the cables which will work with the stock cables, so you didnt have to ... | |
| morelli fuel injection | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a '97 road king with the morelli fuel injection which is giving me fits. It doesn't idle ... A: I use a different approach to remapping the ECM. You should be able to remapp your bike. If you go ... | |
| 883 Iron handlebar alignment | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: New '09 883 Iron and the handlebars are slightly out of alignment (not square to the fork). This ... A: If it were me I would take it back to the dealer and have them do it, but if you want to do it ... | |
| bad Coils or faulty electronic ignition? | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: Sir, I read for over an hour on your previous answers but didn't find a clue about this 1989 1200 ... A: the ignition might not be orgional, since you can put rivits back in after removing them. Since your ... | |
| Carb | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1981 low rider that was handed down to me by my late brother. I have started the bike last ... A: You should be able to rebuild the carb, but if you cant, the first part number you gave me is the ... | |
| '04 Ultra Classic Voltage Regulator | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I'm going to piggy-back onto the question about the voltage regulator. My Ultra Classic has 39,000 ... A: Any time you have a regulator problem you should test the stator. It might have caused the problem. ... | |
| 01 flhri electrical | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 01 flhri. I'm having a problem with my headlight, tail lights, brakes lights and fuel ... A: On your bike, you dont hae relays, you have fuses. You have a short in the lighting system. What you ... | |
| Electrical/Idling problem | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: 1985 FLT Evo Problem: Starts fine, runs awesome, when dry and no lights are used. It seems when i ... A: It sounds like the lighting is robbing the ignition of voltage causing the bike to stall. I would do ... | |
| pipes | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I have an 08 ultra. I have stock pipes on now.I want sum rumble not real loud.What kind of pipes can ... A: your biek came from the factory a little lean. Chenging the pipes with free flowing pipes, which ... | |
| 1985 FXRS | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: Replaced the starter and starter solenoid on my 85 FXRS Low Glide. When connecting the battery, the ... A: Disconnect the cable from the starter and connect the wires to the solenoid. Only one wire, the one ... | |
| Starter winding out not engaging | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: My starter on my 1996 FXD all of a sudden just started winding out and will not engage I pulled the ... A: Check the teeth on the gear of the jackshaft and the teeth on the clutch basket to make sure they ... | |
| battery replacement | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: What is the trick to getting the battery out of a 2004 883 sportster? A: There is not trick, they are just a tight fit and a real pain. Remove the top cover and front cover. ... | |
| Shutting down around 50mph | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Fatboy 1450cc -6500miles. most times i reach around 50mph the engine shuts down.it ... A: Since your bike has a choke, then its carberated. Since you are loosing power, like the key was shut ... | |
| mixture screw/jetting. | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: Mario from OZ here.Mike could you please clear something for me on what dose the mixture screw do ... A: When turning the mixture screw inward leans the carb and outward richens the carb. One thing to ... | |
| Can't find neutral. | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a revtech 6 speed transmission. It's not that I have a hard time finding neutral while idle, ... A: Alot of harleys, even with aftermarket trans, have trouble finding netural. Ont he shifter cam there ... | |
| Dead start | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I was riding all day in 90 degree weather and for about 30 minutes in 100+ degree( Lake ... A: You have a short in the main wiring. Possibly in the key switch. About the only thing you can do is ... | |
| transmission leak | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: i have a 76 fx 1200 shovelhead with a 4 speed and it leaks trany fluid around the sprocket. my ... A: There is a seal betweent he mainshaft and 4th gear you probably need to replace. Its inside 4th gear ... | |
| points setting | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: Im a new Harley owner, and the Harley I have has been converted from electronic ignition to a points ... A: Just set the points on the small lobe, dont worry about setting it on the wide lobe. They should be ... | |
| my 07 ultra miss's at certian rpm | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: any idea what would cause my 96" to miss at 2000-2200 rpm? some times it will miss when taking off. ... A: It sounds like one of your sensers is cutting out. The Problem is going to be which one. There are ... | |
| 1986 harley electrs glide | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: upon start up for the first time this year the motor began pumping oil out of the cam breather line ... A: Your problem is the bottom end is full of oil and when you try to start it, the oil going in and the ... | |
| my dad let it sit | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: my father got ill and let his motorcycle sit for a little less than a year and I want to fix it to ... A: I would drain the gas and put fresh in. Cherge the battery and see if the bike will start. If it ... | |
| 2005 Sportster XL1200C Carb-Jetting | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: After market 2.5" Snub Nose Santee exhaust. Do you know the original carb jet settings for my make ... A: Your stock jets should be a 45 and a 150. What you need to do to jet your carb is go for a ride and ... | |
| primary drive chain replacment | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1998 harley fat boy that has the primary chain strechet to the limit it has 25k miles on ... A: At 25,000 miles you should be fine. they should last 80,000 to 100,000 miles, no problem. If you ... | |
| oil leaking through the air filter | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a softail Harley that I replaced the original engine with approximately a 2003 S&S 107, ... A: What is happening is, since the bike has been sitting, is oil weeped into the bottom end. The oil ... | |
| bent pushrods | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: Bud I've started me bike after adjusting the pushrods,i let her warm up with the choke on.When i ... A: When you adjust hydrolic pushrod and you have some play in it, it takes a couple of minutes for it ... | |
| hydraulic or solids | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: My 92 fxd custom had leaking rocker covers,after replacing i checked the push rod clearance as you ... A: If you have solid lifters they do not bleed. they are made solid. Always adjust cold, never hot. It ... | |
| Deceleration popping | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 FLHTC with a carb. I have a deceleration popping problem that I can't cure. When I ... A: Your problem is the exhaust is loading up durning decell causing the popping, which is caused by the ... | |
| no oil to top end | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 96 sportster 883 with a 1200 kit. Blew a head gasket and noticed the head bolts were loose. ... A: It takes quit a while to get alot of oil to the top end and you might not be giving it enough time. ... | |
| Throttle Cable Adjustment | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Wells, I know your expertise is on Harley's, but this is a generic question that I thought you ... A: Most throttle cables have an adjuster on them. You would have to follow the cable and locate the ... | |
| 1977 Harley Davidson super glide | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: Do you have a diagram or step by step instruction on how to replace the front master cylinders on a ... A: I dont have any diagrams to send. You can get one in the harley service manual. In order to replace ... | |
| karata belt drive | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1984 1/2 FXRDG.2 questions:1/I installed a Karata belt drive(dry primary) and the bike ... A: Couple of things to check. Make sure you have good connections on the battery, both positive and ... | |
| 95 sportster | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1200 converted from 883 95 sportster. i changed oil and now i have a rattle or chatter ... A: The only thing on the left side of the bike that can make a noise would be either your primary ... | |
| 95 sportster | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1200 converted from 883 95 sportster. i changed oil and now i have a rattle or chatter ... A: When you say you replaced the top end seals, which seals are you referring to? Where does the noise ... | |
| Draining gas tank | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: Thank You A: Your fuel is pretty old so I would dump it. Since you never said if its carberated or not, if ... | |
| poping out deceleration | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: ANSWER: Pull your plugs and let me know wht color they are Mike ---------- FOLLOW-UP ----------my ... A: With the setup you have, you are probably sucking air through the exhaust, which will cause the ... | |
| 1998 Harley Road King | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: How do I change the primary oil in my 1998 Road King? A: Look under the primary at the back and you will see the drain plug. It should be a allen screw. ... | |
| voltage regulator | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: Could you please advise me as to the best way to test a voltage regulator on a harley fatboy. ... A: There is no test for the voltage regulator. What you need to do is test the stator. If the stator ... | |
| what oil weight on my S&S motor | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: I just bought my bike last night and had to change the starter. Was wondering what weight oil I use ... A: I am going a assunm you are talking about the primary. You can use any oil that is made for the ... | |
| 83 shovel | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: What do you torque the exhaust header bolts and what do you use to keep the exhaust ports from ... A: There is not much you can do about the leaks, unless you add thicker gaskets. the problem is the ... | |
| Sportster Starter problem | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: OK. I removed the primary, cleaned the clutch plates, replaced it. Removed the Cam cover cleaned it ... A: Check the starter gear to make sure its contacting the gear on the clutch basket. Also, check the ... | |
| top end noise bad rattle | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: on 5/9/ 2004 Dewayne asked you a long question about his 84 xlx rattling after fixing a broken wrist ... A: the more loose the pushrods are, in solids, the more they rattle. You are going to get some lifter ... | |
| No Start | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I have bike that was customized and chopped in 2001. The engine is an 86-inch shovelhead. The ... A: Your clicking is the starter relay. There are two things that can be wrong. One is the relay itself, ... | |
| Changing the levers on a 2000 1200c sportster | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: Could you give me any advice on changing my levers(clutch & front brake), purchased some cool ... A: Both levers have a pin going through them, with a clip on the backside of the pin. Remove the clip. ... | |
| sputtering and backfiring thru intake | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: have a 2005 softail classic fuel injected with 18000 miles and bone stock. bike is running extremly ... A: There are a couple of things that can cause the above problem. Coil is bad, plug wires are bad, and ... | |
| brake light problem | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I recently change the bars on my 100th anniversary 883 sportster and my brake light was stuck on, i ... A: Check both switches to see if you have power to them. There should be two wires to each. one hot and ... | |
| vibration | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2007 streetglide that I had a new custom built 103 motor put in along with chrome front ... A: First thing you need to do is check your tires. Since that back one is bad, go ahead and replace it. ... | |
| 1994 Fatboy Carb Issue from 2 year storage | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Stock fatboy thst was stored for 2 years with fuel in tank and fuel shutoff turned ... A: Those diaphram are a pain to get in. Over time they get streached and it seems you have to much. If ... | |
| base cylinder leak | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: i have small leak( a spot of oil) on the rear cylinder on the clutch side, this has been going on ... A: Over time it is only going to be worse. So you need to repair it. If it were me, I would have both ... | |
| timing? | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: hey thanks for all the great advice on oil and clutch fluid , i do have another problem with my 94 ... A: Are you talking about he whole cam cover? If you are then you need to remove it if you slide it out. ... | |
| lighting problem | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 flht standard I noticed yesterday that my rear brake and runing lights were not ... A: Since the TSSM was unplugged then you have a short in the wiring. What you need to do is start ... | |
| 86 Sportster idle issues | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I need some help. I have a 1986 Sportster that sat for 11 years, 883 to 1200 conversion was done - ... A: It sounds like you have a carb problem. With a bike sitting that long vent and vaccumn holes in the ... | |
| steering | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: A: In order the remove the steering lock the whole front end has to come off. It cant be removed unless ... | |
| Head Gasket | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2006 FXDBI. I'm getting black oil like stuff on my heads about half way down. Would this ... A: what you need to do is clean it off and then let the bike idle so you can find the problem. If you ... | |
| petcock valve | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: First I want to thank you in advance with any help you can give me. My boyfriend has been busting ... A: First thing you need to do is check to make sure the vaccumn line if hooked to the percock as well ... | |
| shovelhead tap | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I just purchased a 1981 flt and was wondering just how much valvetrain noise is normal, mine seems ... A: If you ahve to much tapping one of the hydrolic units might not be pumping all the way. I would go ... | |
| 98 fatboy carborated and stalling as if out of fuel | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I have 98 hd fatboy - at times when at a stop ready to hit first gear , or first starting up it acts ... A: First, remove the hose from the carb and see if you get a as flow through the hose. If you dont get ... | |
| 89 flstc | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I had the rotor and stator replaced and the bike ran like a champ for one day.Three weeks later when ... A: the coil should have 3.2 OHms on the primary side. Should be around 15,000 on the seconday side. ... | |
| 2007 nightster starting issues | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: about a year ago i was riding stoped to get gas and my bike wouldn't start after a while it did. ... A: If you are running that kind of voltage, it is not your charging system. After checking the cables ... | |
| electrical issues with a 91 sporty | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: Hey Mike, MY buddies 91 sporty 1200 was running good, but if he stopped, his battery would be dead ... A: First, you need to test the stator, which is what you have. Do a OHMs test from ground to each wire ... | |
| 130 X16 to 150 X 18 | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: is it possible to mount a 18 X150 rear tire on my '02 road king? Will it fit on a '06 road king ... A: In order to mount that tire you would have to make some changes. You dont have enough room for the ... | |
| 2002 Roadking bogs down | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: What could be making my bike bog down when you give it gas running about 60 or 65mph in 5th gear? If ... A: It sounds like either your throttle position senser is going bad or the bike needs to be remapped. ... | |
| Stuck Throttle | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: Good morning. I just got my bike last night and it has been sitting for the past 6 months, and now ... A: First you need to determine if its the carb or the cables. Go to the adjusters on the cables, close ... | |
| fluids | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: how much fluid does a tranny hold in a 94 1200 sportster and how much should you use in oil for the ... A: Type of fluids is going to be a personnel preference. If you ask a hundred people what fluid to use, ... | |
| Harley shovelhead Head Torgue | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: Hell, How do I get a torque wrench in to torque the head bolts on a 78 1200 shovelhead. Is there a ... A: Orgionally the shovel head bolts were not torqued. Just tighten them down really tight. When you get ... | |
| rocker box covers | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I want to take off my rocker box covers and have them chrome, the motor is a 1960/900 sportster. my ... A: In order to remove the rocker boxes you have to remove the heads so you can get them off. You would ... | |
| Slip-ons for a 2009 Heritage Softail Classic | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a friend that recently purchased his first Harley and admits that he was so happy just to ... A: Either exhaust is really good. He should put on what he likes. He might want to listen to other ... | |
| Sportster not shifting | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I have an 07 Sportster 1200 with 15000 miles. All of the service has been done at the suggested ... A: Your going to have to remove the primary cover and do an inspection on the trans. You may have to ... | |
| stator kit | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I picked up a stator kit for my fxs.It,s non molded.It come with the mounting screws and four 4inch ... A: I am not sure why it came with zip ties. They are not used inside the primary, unless you have a ... | |
| S&S carb set up | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Dyna FXD with an S&S super carb and I'm getting a miss when I accelerate. I check the ... A: Your sooty plugs can be caused by two different problems. First, is you coil or plug wires are weak. ... | |
| Speedometer cable attach | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: I'm replacing the forks on '94 Heritage Softail. The speedo cable to front wheel attach point has ... A: Use some pliers and the cable will screw out of the drive unit. you dont really need to take it out ... | |
| Why did the '81 shovelhead ship with offset cylinder timings? | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: It seems odd that they wouldn't have been equally calibrated... it's not vital for a repair, but it ... A: Harley have made pretty much the same setup since they starter making the v-twin. Both cylinder rods ... | |
| exaust | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: what can I do to make my exaust louder on my 06 1200L sportster? It has the stock pipes and ... A: Your best bet is to buy new mufflers. Drilling holes will give you a littel more noise, but it ... | |
| 78' superglide doesnt start | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1978 superglide and out of no where it just stopped turning over, i took off the cover that ... A: What you need to do is take a test light and pushing the starter button and see if there is power ... | |
| Clutch cable | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: We need idiot proof instructions how to change the clutch cable on a 99 sportster. We took the cover ... A: Looking at the arm that it is attached to you will see 3 bolts around it. remove the bolts and the ... | |
| changing back tire. | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I WANT TO CHANGED THE BACK TIRE ON MY 2003 IRON HORSE CHOPPER. WHERE DO I START? A: You have to jack up the bike so there is no weight on the wheel. remove the axle and jack up the ... | |
| brakes | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: how do you change rear brake pads on a 2001 sportster 12oo custom A: There are two pins on the caliber, close to the top, which holds the brake pads in. remove the pins ... | |
| Harley intake seal leak | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: It doesn't seem to matter what we do we still have the leak. Replaced seals X 2 intake and head ... A: the best way to see if you have intake leak is to spray a little carb cleaner around the intake. If ... | |
| 94 fatboy harley | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: my bike was work,n fine the pipes have been blue since i got the bike.i went out in the morn the ... A: I assumed you had points since you stated that you had a condenser. Do you have points or electronic ... | |
| clutch wont fully engage | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: when i pull in the clutch and put it in first the bike lunges forward and stalls i have tried to ... A: Check the adjustment on the clutch. It is not releasing all the way. Loosen the clutch cable so ... | |
| Why did the '81 shovelhead ship with offset cylinder timings? | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: It seems odd that they wouldn't have been equally calibrated... it's not vital for a repair, but it ... A: If I understand your question, you what to know why the timing is different on each cylinder? the ... | |
| carb backfire | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 92 soft tail with s&s carb 1 to 2 sec after I shut her down I get a backfire out of the ... A: I would test the coil and plug wires to make sure they are good. One wire or one side of the coil ... | |
| 94 fatboy harley | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: my bike was work,n fine the pipes have been blue since i got the bike.i went out in the morn the ... A: Your bike cannot jump time, unless you move teh timing plade. It is direct drive off the cam. You ... | |
| Only one cylinder firing | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I have an 1984 Harley sportster. I am only getting one cylinder firing. The cylinder has power ... A: To check the valve adjustment, rotate the motor so the valve is fully closed or the lifter is all ... | |
| 94 fatboy harley | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: my bike was work,n fine the pipes have been blue since i got the bike.i went out in the morn the ... A: Generally, if you have a bad coil, your bike will run rich and foul plugs. Its because you are not ... | |
| Only one cylinder firing | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I have an 1984 Harley sportster. I am only getting one cylinder firing. The cylinder has power ... A: Since you have spark and will have fuel, then you need to check your valves to make sure they are ... | |
| Sportster runs bad after warmed up. | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2005 sportster 1200 with 2700 miles. The bike starts, warms up and runs great for about ... A: Ok, then take the bike for a ride and when it stops, look downt he throat of the carb and twist the ... | |
| breather oil | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a lot of oil coming from the head breathers on a 99 Heritage Softail with 10,000 miles.Mild ... A: What happened was some oil weeped into the bottom end. When you started the bike the oil in the ... | |
| primary chain case leak | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: Hey man , I hava a 1989 HD sportster and when ever i take it for a run it leaks primary chain case ... A: Its not serious, unless you let the trans and clutch go dry from the leak. Its not real common, but ... | |
| Rear tire | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: I know this may sound stupid but I have never worked on my own bike (besides basic stuff) and I want ... A: Remember, no question is a stupid question. Its all a learning process. First, what you need to do ... | |
| Brake Light stays on | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1991 FXSTC Harley, 1340 Evo engine. My brake light stays on. I checked the hand control for ... A: Unplug the wires from the rear switch. That way you can tell if its the front or rear thats the ... | |
| boiling batt | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: my bike is a 92 dyna glide coustom.I did the check of the stator as you asked,i get 55-58 ... A: When you chaeck pole to pole on the stator you should show some resistance, so your stator is ... | |
| Clutch Noise | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: Rolling to a stop, pull in clutch at low speed, get a loud whirrrr until bike is stopped. Happens ... A: The whirling could be a be acouple of things. The nut on the clutch basket is loose or the nut on ... | |
| Ultra Classic | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: Cruise control worked intermittantly for a while, now it will not set at all. the cruise light on ... A: If the light doesnt come on and it doestn work then you have a short. What you are going to have to ... | |
| electric | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: i am looking for a wiring diagram for the starter relay on a 1976 sportster.there are five ... A: In order the get a wiring diagram, you would have to get a service manual for your bike. It would ... | |
| 2009 road glide exhaust upgrades | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: To change exhaust to non stock with all the new electronics (throttle, rear cylinder deactivation, ... A: What I do is connect tot he bike with a computer and change the settings on the ECM without adding ... | |
| boiling battery | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a serious problem with my charging system.its over charging and cooking my battery.ive ... A: If your charging system is putting out 24 volts at 2000 RPM, then you have a charging system ... | |
| mileage | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: ANSWER: Are you refering to miles per gallon, number of miles you can go on a tank of gas or how ... A: That is going to depend on how you take care of the bike. I have seen harleys last 80,000 miles ... | |
| kick start | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: 1981 fxef, when cold, 1 or 2 kicks with key off then open enrichener on s&s carb, turn key on and 2 ... A: By your plugs you are running a little rich or your coil is weak. I would first test the coil and ... | |
| 83 sportster xls | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: Is it possible to use a 1979-81 carburetor on an 83 with a vacuum advanced switch if so how would I ... A: In the top of the carb, towards the back you will see a plug. the screw is located underneith it. ... | |
| sometimes bike will not start when warm | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: I have an 87 flhtc, when I ride for awhile and the bike is warm, sometime I have trouble restarting ... A: Start by checking your battery cables. Make sure they are good, not worn and have a good ground. ... | |
| Votage gauge on my '89 Dresser | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1989 Harley Dresser. When I turn on my indicators the voltage gauge starts jumping from 9 ... A: Check the voltage at the battery and see if it jumps around from there. Then you can compare the ... | |
| Rear Brakes | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 94 sporty. I replaced the forward controls with a Excel Components FXR type forward ... A: The pressure switch would not make the brakes not pump up. It sounds like you still have air in the ... | |
| 85 fxr electrical | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1985 FXR lower rider (harley of course) ... the other day i went to start the bike and i ... A: You have a short which is causing the wires to over heat and the clickin you hear is the breaker ... | |
| 94 SPORTSTER | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I installed a new ignition switch, the bike turned on perfectly. The problem came when I put it on ... A: I cant think of a reason for the new ignition switch causing thing, unless there is a short in the ... | |
| 1996 Harley Davidson 883 Hugger | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: A couple questions on a '96 883 Hugger Sportster I recently bought.First,what is the best way to ... A: There is no really easy way or any quick steps to changing the battery. Its a pain! You dont have ... | |
| runs rough | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: 2007 ultra classic 25,000 miles on it was down in Arizona river run warm weather not real hot wanted ... A: It sounds like one of your sensers is getting ready to fail or you have a blocked fuel injector. The ... | |
| 2004 Sportster 1200 electrical problems | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I recently took my sportster on a road trip and the first time we stopped the battery did not have ... A: Its either the regulator or the stator. You would have to test the stator to see what the problem ... | |
| electrical | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I was on a ride last weekend and my bike just died. Battery was dead. We thought the bike had ... A: What you need to do is test the stator. Charge the battery. unplug the regulator. Do a OHMs test ont ... | |
| 02' 1200 sportster | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: Just bought 02'1200c that had not been run for 4 years..I replaced the battery, changed the oil, new ... A: Since you say the diaphram is in correct and it doesnt slide when giving it throttle then one of the ... | |
| 98 fatboy stalling | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 98 fatboy with the evo 1340 and i was riding today and the bike just shut down and would ... A: First thing I would do is let the bike warm up and go for a short ride so it will quit running. Pull ... | |
| primary cover removal | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: How would I remove the primary cover from a 1987 Sportster? (without breaking anything) Please help ... A: Remove the derby cover on the back of the primary cover. Behind it you will find a spring and nut. ... | |
| powder coat | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: I was thinking of powder coating my motor/engine instead of doing the all chrome thing that we ... A: You can powder coat anything metal. The only difference is if you are doing a exhaust system, you ... | |
| rocker boxes | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: Are the heads under the rocker boxes,when i remove rocker arms do i remove push rods do i change the ... A: Yes the heads are under the rocker boxes. You donet have to remove the rocker arms from the lower ... | |
| Dyna kickstand | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: Mike: How do you replace the kickstand on a 2000 Dyna FXDL? I can see a pivot and a button screw but ... A: Remove the bolt at the top of the stand which hold it on. The stand willslide out and remove the ... | |
| Adjust clutch on 2007 883 sporster | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: I tried to adjust my clutch. It seemed to work except when i am in fifth gear, going about 40 and i ... A: Loosen the adjuster onthe cable so you have some slack in it. Open the derby cover on the primary ... | |
| triple tree and bar alignment | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an 07 fatboy with aftermarket Burleigh bars. When riding the bike the bars and top tree don't ... A: The forks align the top triple trees with the bottom. If your bars are not straight, then its either ... | |
| 69 sporty timing | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: I have been reading past questions on timing, they all seem to be for timing on a side mounted ... A: What you want to do is install the plug or hold your finger over the hole. Set up the timing light ... | |
| Oil Leak 1974 Ironhead xlch | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: Bare with me as I am a novice. I just came upon a 1974 Sportster that hasn't ran in a year. ... A: The front one with the cross is the fill point and the other is the plug to remove to adjust the ... | |
| '03 HD Fatboy clutch shaft throw out baring | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: Mike, Per your suggestion last week, I replaced the throw out baring yesterday because my clutch ... A: you need to check the rod ends. they are hardened. If the throwout bearing went out and the rod ends ... | |
| 883 Sportster Won't Start | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I own a 2000 883 Custom. Owned it for about 7 years. Everything worked fine until about 6 months ... A: you probably have a short int eh electrical system. What you need to do is start by checking with a ... | |
| 5-speed in 4-speed frame | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: will a 5-speed from a 87 softail be made to fit the 4-speed frame of a 79 fxs? A: It will fit the frame, but the inner primary wont line up and the clutch basket wont work either, so ... | |
| generator on 71 sporty | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: i took of the 12 volt generator reinstalled but forgot to mark the wires one is red and one is ... A: The two wire colors on the generator should be red and gray, so somebody has changed the wires. Look ... | |
| idle cable on '88 Harley lowrider | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I need to replace the throttle cable due to a brake in the elbow & was wondering how I go about ... A: Close tot he throttle is the cable adjuster. Loosen the locknut and turn the cable so it shorter. Do ... | |
| Front end wobble | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: 2004 lowered Softail Standard. Just started, horrible wobbling at 55 + mph. Feels like the wheel is ... A: Even though the tire is not that old, it might have a bad spot in it or is worn in a spot. the other ... | |
| Repair of timing hole | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I musy be the only guy to ever have done this. When timing my 90 FLSTC, the plastic insert ... A: That is the first time I have ever heard of this happening. Heres what you do. Find a dealer who ... | |
| Brake lights | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2006 harley davidson 1200 sportster. My back light is not coming on. I've already changed ... A: Look on the old bulb and you will see the bulb number and that is the one you need. On the testing ... | |
| shovelhead hard to start cold | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 76 74" shovel.It is kick only with a dyna ignition and a super b.I built it 6 years ago, ... A: Couple ot things. If you have solid pushrods, make sure they are not to tight. Check your timing, to ... | |
| Brake lights | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2006 harley davidson 1200 sportster. My back light is not coming on. I've already changed ... A: If you have power to the bulb connection, where the bulb plugs in, then its not the wiring. Make ... | |
| caburator spitting | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: after top end overhaul, bike started spitting once and awhile out of caburator when riding, not ... A: If the bike rean without spitting before the top end job then it is either a leaking intake or ... | |
| 1999 Ultra | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me where to drain and change the oil in the block trans and ... A: Look under the bike from the right. Close to you, on the oil pan and to the center is the trans ... | |
| oil leaking from exhaust of cylinder head where the header conects | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1979 80 ci shovel and noticed oil leaking on my battery cover and right pant leg last ... A: It could be either the seal ont he back of the inner primary to the trans shaft or the main seal on ... | |
| gear ratio | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 FSTBI. I am interested in changing the gear ratio. I weigh 175 and rarely ride anyone, ... A: You can can add either a tooth to to the pulley on the trans or go smaller on the rear pulley, which ... | |
| !998 Road King speratic starting | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: I have 1998 Road King with fuel injection. Sometimes I can't pull my finger off the start button ... A: It sounds like when you are trying to start it that the fuel injectors are not opening up enough or ... | |
| adjustin my clutch | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: hey mike I have a harley chopper with a rachet top trany. I need a little help readjustin my clutch. ... A: For the springs adjustment, its 1 3/32 space fromt he front plate to the plate the goes against the ... | |
| no lights or power to starter | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1994 flhtcu. I was riding everything was fine. I stopped turned it off and it would not ... A: Check to make sure your battery connections are clean and tight, especially the ground. Starting at ... | |
| electrical problem | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1990 FLTCU,and in 1994 it was converted to a Trike by Lehman. The problem is the volt meter ... A: Do your voltage at the battery with a meter. Sometimes the volt meter on the bike might be off. ... | |
| oil leak 94 sportster | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: i recently bought a 94 sportster 883 i have done some work to it as the bike had been sitting for 5 ... A: Yes, you wuold have to remove the rocker boxes and cylinder to replace. One thing you want to ... | |
| dragging sound when attempting to start... | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1985 fxwg wide glide that will not turn over when attempting to use the electric starter, ... A: Make sure you have a really good ground. If it still drags then your starter soleniod is either bad ... | |
| Oil plug - allen screw 4/19/09 | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I pulled out the same allan screw as Ray did in his question about finding the oil drain plug ... A: The trans plug is close tot he right side of the pan and the motor oil plug is close to the front ... | |
| harley voltage regulator | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 01 FXST and it completely cut out while starting, I cannot get any juice anywhere.. no ... A: Unplug the regulator and try to start it. If it starts then you have a short in the chargig system. ... | |
| 95 Evo Starter (FLHTCUI) | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: How do I remove the starter from my 95 FLHTCUI? A: First, disconnect the battery. Then you have to drain the primary and remove the cover. remove the ... | |
| Harley Charging Problem | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: I live in NY my brother in New Orleans told me about you and said you may be able to help me? Thank ... A: You really need to try a volt meter so you can see what the voltage is, but if you can its probably ... | |
| harley push rod seals | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: how to put pushrod seals in 1982 fxr shovelhead A: First, remove the clips ont he covers and slide them up and out of the way. Now loosen the locknut ... | |
| harley repair | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: how to replace carburetor on my 2002 1200 sportster ANSWER: What are you replacing it with? Mike ... A: The rubber seal should just pull off, but you can get it off with a screwdriver. The cable adjusters ... | |
| harley repair | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: how to replace carburetor on my 2002 1200 sportster ANSWER: What are you replacing it with? Mike ... A: Remove the air cleaner and backplate. The carb will slip off the rubber seal. At he throttle loosen ... | |
| 1988 Sportster Clutch Adjustment | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1988 HD Sportster 1200. I have adjusted the clutch using the service manual. The clutch ... A: Remove the derby cover and under it you will see a spring and nut. remove the nut. There is another ... | |
| starter 2002 harley | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I need to know what i have to do to change the starter on my 2002 harley softtail deuce A: First, you need to remove the primary cover, with the oil drained and then the motor sprocket and ... | |
| mls seepage cold | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I have httc heads & pistons(95")(10.5/1Comp.)60G andrews gear drive cams.Twin tec, 42 mikuni.ALL NEW ... A: What is happening is as the motor warms up it expands and stop the leaks. Over time they will get ... | |
| 1 5/8th Belt Drive kit. Good or Bad choice? | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I have alot of friends that tell me not to get a belt drive for my 87 FLHTC. The one I have been ... A: Harley made the primary belt drive for a few years, but went back to chain drive, due to the belt ... | |
| 2009 FXSTB Backfire | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I bought a 2009 Softail Night Train (Stock) recently, put a couple of miles on it (15 total on the ... A: What is happening is the cylinder is loading up with fuel and when you try to start it you are ... | |
| 4 Speed leaks from drive shaft | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: This was supposedly rebuilt, at least the guy before me had receipts for it. I have replaced seals ... A: Check the race that the seal rides against. It might have a burr on it or a flat spot rubbed on it ... | |
| Sportster Rocker Box | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a leak that has gotten progressively worse between the lower rocker box and the head. I've ... A: You dont have to remove the rocker arms to remove the lower box. You will however have to remove the ... | |
| IRONHEAD 72 CLUTCH AJUSTMENT | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I REBUILT MY CLUTCH.NEW FRICTION AND METAL PLATES. FOLLOWED THE BOOK TO A TEE.AND CAN'T GET CLUTCH ... A: Loosen the adjuster and the cable so there is alot of slack in it. Push the cable back towards the ... | |
| 1999 Heritage Softail Classic | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I'm only getting 20 MPG and I think it could be a choke adjustment, when I throttle it kind of feels ... A: Since your plugs are black you are either running to rich or you have bad coil or plug wires. I ... | |
| oil change | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: This may sound dumb but I can't seem to find the engine oil drain plug on my 2001 Ultra Glide. I ... A: Look under the trans and you will see the oil pan. Fromt he right side close to centered of the pan ... | |
| 1987 FLHTC clutch adjustment | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: Would you have a simple to follow set of instructions on how to adjust the clutch on my 87 FLHTC. ... A: If it slips then it to tight. Go to the cable and at the adjuster loosen it so there is slack in the ... | |
| exhausts-electronics. | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 softail Heritage and I want to change my standard exhausts because I want a nicer ... A: What happens is when you change pipes to a more free flowing pipe, you lean the bike somewhat. you ... | |
| Turn signals & Starter | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: My bike is a 1974 FXE lowrider, The starter will stay ingaged when starting and when it,s running, ... A: Your starter problem is either low voltage or a bad starter solenoid. Check your battery to make ... | |
| Triple Tree assembly | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: I own a 97 sportster 883. It was wrecked when i bought it. I need to know exact order on how to ... A: On the lower tree install the dust shield and then the tapered bearing. Make sure you grease both ... | |
| 2005 night train fluids change | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I want to do a primary,engine, and tranny fluid change.what plugs under the bike are for the oil ... A: the primary drain is located at the rear of the primary, on the bottom. The drain for the trans is ... | |
| exhaust | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I own a 2000 Electra Glide Classic which I had just purchased a set of Rolling Thunder slip ons. I ... A: You can remove the baffles for more noise, but, you will lean the bike out by doing that and you ... | |
| starting the motor | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: Went to start the bike for the first time [1985 fxrs,evo] this year and the motor just whins real ... A: First, make sure the battery is good and fully charged. Check the battery cables, on both ends. If ... | |
| no lights | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1995 FLHTC, i have no headlight, passing lights or tail lights. but i do have dash lights, ... A: I would start at the headlight and with a test light work your way back to the source of the power. ... | |
| Changing transmission sprocket | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 95 FLSTC with a stock 32 tooth sprocket on the transmission I would like to put on a 34 to ... A: You can change the trans sprocket, just remember that you will loss some bottom end when you do ... | |
| 2002 Sportster XL1200C | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a set of drag bars that I would like to place on my motorcycle. How do I change out the stock ... A: In order to install the drag bars you need to remove the controls on the old bars. On the right ... | |
| problems in the "primary chain" 1997 heritage | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: I'm writing from Italy so, excuse me for my english.Now... about my heritage softail classic ... A: The jackshaft probably doenst go back because it rides on a bearing in the primary cover, and with ... | |
| '89 Ultra Classic hard to start | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: I have an '89 Ultra Classic that is extremely hard to start. You cannot choke it to start it or it ... A: There are a few things to check. One, make sure your choke is working properly. Two, make sure the ... | |
| engine repair | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: hey mike i have a 1980fxs lowrider 80ci. had engine rebuilt have changed out carb to an ss super e ... A: With that few of miles your compression might b a little low since the rings have not broke in yet. ... | |
| clutch master cylinder | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: I do I install a rebuild kit for the clutch master cylinder ANSWER: What year and model? mike ... A: yes, you would have to bleed the master cylinder. Locate the bleeder valve, pump the clutch lever ... | |
| clutch master cylinder | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: I do I install a rebuild kit for the clutch master cylinder ANSWER: What year and model? mike ... A: remove the clutch lever and pin from the master cylinder. Looking inside you will see a ring clip. ... | |
| Dry Cell Charging | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: You spoke about a charging problem in a past question pertaining to checking if a regulator or ... A: I dont think it was me who said a stator will not charge a dry cell battery. What I said was you ... | |
| 2006 road glide fork | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: how do you adjust the bolt on the neck A: If you are refering to fork nut, loosen the lock nut on the side. With the bike sitting on a jack, ... | |
| twin cam idle | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: 99 t/c 95 in. fuel inj. what is the correct idle and how do you adjust it? A: Your bike should idle at around 950 RPM. To adjust you have to remove the air cleaner and start the ... | |
| 97 harly classic | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: removed derby cover and did clutch adj by the book then adjusted freeplay with cable adj. has a ... A: Your motor mount would not have anything to do with it, but if its bad you should replace it. Your ... | |
| '76 flh oil pump | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: ALOHA MIKE, HOPE YOU HAD A GOOD VACATION. A WHILE AGO I WAS DEALING WITH THE BALL CHECK VALVE ON ... A: You can hone the seat or try to tap a little harder on the ball. i use a old pushrod to hone the ... | |
| Shovel Oil blow by | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: Just recently bought a 78 shovel. Oil was coming out of the rear pipe, so I put new rings, had a ... A: You can check the timing on the breather gear and see if that is the problem. I wouldnt remove the ... | |
| shifter play | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1998 fxsts that has quite a bit of play in the shifter. I have been told that the primary ... A: Check the shifter arm on the linkage at the trans. It is probably worn and needs replaced. It is ... | |
| Carborator upgrade for 75 ironhead | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: I just purchased a stock 1975 ironhead sporty with a newly rebuilt engine, transmission, clutch, ... A: There are tow things you can do. Either change carbs, like the S&S, or rejett the CV carb. If the CV ... | |
| Trouble code 2004 XL1200R | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a trouble code on my sportster - B0563 - battery voltage high - how do I interpret this into ... A: It means you might have a short in one of the sensers or a bad TSM. The problem is, as a lay person, ... | |
| master cylinder | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: How do I bleed the front master cylinder on my xl 1200 c thanks Bob A: Look a the brake caliber and you will see a screw on top with a hole is in. That is the bleeder ... | |
| 2007 Ultra Classic | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: I wanted to know the steps on how to repair or replace the O Ring seals In the Fuel Tank Coupler ... A: First, drain the tank. Uncouple the fuel line. Then remove the cover for the tank, so you can get ... | |
| 1976 FLH ignition problems? | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: I am attempting to figure out several problems with a 1200 fl. It has a little over 500 hundred ... A: Start by taking the bike for a ride. Do not go over 2500 RPM. Go for about 5 miles. If the bike bogs ... | |
| front wheel | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: i have a95 ultra classic the speedo stopped working so i removed the front wheel then repaired the ... A: When that small tab breaks that usually means the drive unit is froze up and needs replaced. the ... | |
| HELP--NO POWER | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1990 ELECTRA GLIDE,I HAVE IT ALL APART TO GET THE BIKE PAINTED,I HAVE ALSO REPLACED THE ... A: Chec your hot wire going from the battery to the ignition switch with a test light. If you have ... | |
| 1991 Sportster 2 questions | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: 91 sporty, 1200cc. First Harley, rode triumphs before...yes, I can hear the oh man......oil ... A: yes, the drain hose is at the bottom of the tank. Its the short one. There is no drain for the ... | |
| clutch cable | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I need a picture or detailed instruction on the routing of the clutch cable from the handle bars to ... A: In order the install a clutch cable you first have to remove the derby cover on the primary cover. ... | |
| oil leak on 01 heritage springer | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: could you tell me why I have a little oil coming out of my breather and also I have oil weeping on ... A: You have oil there from the breathers in the heads. When the heads breath a small amount of oil goes ... | |
| sportster sprocket cover | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: i need a step by step on installing a sprocket cover on my 2009 sportster, do i need a special tool ... A: First you have to jack the bike up and then remove the rear axle. Once the axle is out remove the ... | |
| 1971 harley rapido 125 | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: hay i got a old rapido125 and i just got it running about a year ago after 20 years of sitting. ... A: You probably need to rewire the bike to solve the problem. On the key breaking, make sure you are ... | |
| oil cooler | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: Hey again Mike. I had asked previously about an oil cooler for a 91 FLHS. I tried to locate one ... A: I dont think the adapter will fit on your bike. When installing the cooler go from the return line ... | |
| chrome lower fork legs | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: just bought a set of lower fork legs for2000 eg need someone to guide me through it step by step ... A: First you have to jack up the bike so there is no pressure on the forks. Since you have removed the ... | |
| Hard Start Hot | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2K1 Fatboy w/ 95 overbore, Rinehart 2into1, Mikuni HSR42 (properly jetted), 302cams, and ... A: It sounds like the problem is the starter drawing to much voltage. When this happens it kills the ... | |
| leekin mass amounts of oil after replacing all my push rods | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: after replacing push rods on my 95 dyna conv I have a serious oil leek that I cannot seem to find ... A: there could be a dozen places for a leak. Clean the bike and let it dry. Spray the motor with ... | |
| oil cooler | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I own a 91 FLHS and live in East Texas. During the summer I will be riding in 95 to 100 degrees ... A: They still make oil coolers for your year bike. Check with anybody that sells Sifton or Jagg. they ... | |
| How to remove the push rod tubes on a 1977 Harley Davidson FLH Shovelhead | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I have leaking seals and no how to change them but havent removed the tubes before can u tell me how ... A: You have to remove the pushrods in order the get the covers out and remove the seals. Remove the ... | |
| horn and blinker | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: !. When I push my horn button the horn won't turn off. The button isn't sticking so what could ... A: what you are going to need is a test light. Check the hot wire going to the horn and then at the ... | |
| charging problem | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: i have changed the stator 3 voltage regulator and the battery and still have a charging problem at ... A: Since your stator is testing good then it can be only one of three things. Short in the wire or bad ... | |
| replacing vintage main bearings | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: i need to get main bearings for a 1929 bike,is there any thing special about mains; ... A: If it were me I would stick with the bearing that is called for. If you use another bearing, and it ... | |
| 1983 FXRS Harley | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to stop a leak at the primary but I replaced the gasket and the leak got worse. I am ... A: When you install the gasket, make sure the surfaces are clean. You can put some gasket sealer on the ... | |
| harley stalling | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I have the crane ignition single fire hi-4 coil and module,I have spent 1500.00 trying to find the ... A: Nest thing to check would be to see if you have power at the coil when it shuts off using a test ... | |
| 1964 duo glide electrical regulator or generator | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 volt system, but when the bike is runing both the voltage regulator and the generator ... A: You are not going to have to proper meters to do the testing. Since you are putting out some voltage ... | |
| lowering | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: 2004 FLHCI I replaced the stock 16x3 wheels & tires with 18x3.5 wheels & 150/18-70 rear & 140/18-70 ... A: you can probably lower your bike by the 1" without problem, but adding air to the shocks will do ... | |
| adjustement | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: how do i adjuste the clutch on a 1976 harley davidson shovelhead motorcycle.tire turns when its on a ... A: Go to the adjuster on the cable and loosen it so you have slack in the cable. Now remove the back ... | |
| Changing Slip-ons | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: Mike: I have a 2002 FXDL, stage I, and I want to change the stock slip-ons, they are really quite. I ... A: One thing you have to remember on the new bikes is they come from the factory a little lean to pass ... | |
| jackshaft install | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I'm building a bike from ground up and all components are new. After installing the engine, ... A: I dont have anyway to send pics on here. The shallow side of the large coupling goes towards the ... | |
| 2005 fatboy | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: can you replace a retainer ring on third gear without removing the tranny if so which side. A: You dont have to pull the trans case out, but you do have to pull the trans gears out. You would ... | |
| Harley 2005 FLSTF Fatboy | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: My wife just got me a Harley 2005 FLSTF Fatboy. It has Kuryakyn Pro-R Hypercharger and sreaming ... A: When you start the bike you need to leave the inrichner about half way out for about 10 minutes or ... | |
| fuel management | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I have a 1999 Road King EFI with Screamin Eagle slip-ons and an upgraded air cleaner kit. ... A: What I do is reprogram the ECM with a custom map for your bike. Then you know how its running ... | |
| 2001 roadking claissec | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: my 2001 road king has a power commander it was installed in 2002. my bike is runing good but seems ... A: Check your intake manifold and exhaust for a leak. For the exhaust, you can run your fingers around ... | |
| fuel | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: i have a 96 sporty that has a different tank, i am having problems with my bike shutting off when ... A: You could have a couple of different problems. First, check to see if you have a intake leak. Let ... | |
| Carburetor Adjustment | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2001 FXDXT with a stock Keirin CV carb. I am a raw rookie at wrenching, but have actually ... A: You can do that, but you have to give up one for the other. If you want more performance you have to ... | |
| 2000 ultra | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: you've probably answered this a hundred times already. I am helping a friend change the oil on a HD ... A: Look under the bike and you will see the oil pan. Looking from the right side at the middle you will ... | |
| Vibration through pegs | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a '05 Softail Standard. I had the frame replaced due to an accident. Ever since then, I have ... A: I would start by checking all the motor mounts and the swing arm for tightness. Also, check the ... | |
| 1996 FLSTN OIL LEAKING AT CYLINDER BASE GASKET | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: HOW HARD IS THIS TO REPAIR MYSELF. A: Its not that hard. You would have to pull the gas tank, rocker boxes, pushrods, head and cylinder. ... | |
| harleys | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: i bought a 1982 shovell wide glide and i am running into some probs. i dont think it is the right ... A: Harley didnt use vin numbers on the frames before 1970, only the motor, so you probably have a pre ... | |
| Shifter Pawl Assembley | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Ultra Classic. I bought the bike used. I shifter shaft was loose / stripped out. I ... A: To remove the shifter shaft you have to pull the gears out of the trans. there is not enough room to ... | |
| How to check Harley for front end or frame damage | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I found an 04 deuce for sale by the insurance company. Bike starts and runs fine and would make an ... A: It takes a pretty good hit to damage the triple trees as well as the wheel and axle. Just laying the ... | |
| how to replace clutch on a 1989 elctra glide? | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: how to replace clutch on a 1989 elctra glide? A: Drain the primary fluid. Remove the primary cover. Looking at the clutch you will see the clutch ... | |
| !977 FLH Shovelhead | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: When I depress Starter button I hear my new relay "click" and i hear Unknown age Solenoid " click" ... A: I would go ahead and replace the wires youa re refering to, since they look old and bad. If the ... | |
| Wiring | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I was always told that if you add electronic accessories to your motorcycle that you shouldn't go ... A: If you add electronic items to your bike without going off a fuse then you are taking a chance, if ... | |
| ape hanger install | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: im installing 12 inch ape hangers on my 07 883. the dimensions are 35" wide, 12" rise, 8" center ... A: Your best bet is to remove the old handle bars and install the new ones. Leave the lines attached to ... | |
| throwout bearing | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: how difficult is it to change a throwout bearing on a 1996 fxstc?Can you talk me through it?I try to ... A: First, you drain the trans fluid. Then go to the clutch cable and put some slack in it. Go to the ... | |
| How to check Harley for front end or frame damage | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I found an 04 deuce for sale by the insurance company. Bike starts and runs fine and would make an ... A: Look over the frame, checking for cracked paint or compressed metal. Check at the weld joints for ... | |
| Front Fork Leak | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1995 FLHTC and am not able to keep air pressure in the front fork system. I am not sure ... A: there are only a few places for it to leak. One is the bolt going into the bottom end of the fork, ... | |
| 2007 street bob | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: i was recently in an accident on my bike didn't do much damage just broke my clutch lever well i ... A: It sounds like you have a short in the wiring. I would start by disconnecting the wire going to the ... | |
| Synthetic oil usage | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1991 FXSTC. It is a high mileage bike and I am wanting to know if it would be a good idea ... A: i know that using synthetic will make the bike run cooler and is suppose to last longer. The problem ... | |
| Air cleaner | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 09 street glide and want to change the stock air clear with either a stage I or a stage II. ... A: Your bike came from the factory a little lean. Adding the air cleaner will lean it out a little ... | |
| Nightster clutch LOTS of friction. | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I have an 08 Nightster. I have gotten all the regular maintenance except the 5k and I am at 5k. I ... A: You can adjust the clutch yourselfwithout a problem. Loosen the clutch cable so there is some play ... | |
| rocker cover bolts | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: is it ok to re tighten the bolts on the rocker cover to my 02 FLHT,i noticed that the rear bolts are ... A: There is really no problems with removing the tank. You just have to drain the gas, remove the seat ... | |
| 1995 harley soft tail | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1995 harley soft tail & the battery keeps going dead. i understand there could be a short. ... A: First thing you need to do is check the battery to make sure it has water in it and its good. If it ... | |
| 201 Dyna | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 2001 Dyna Super Glide with stock exhaust and carb. I installed a set of Vance & ... A: Generally, adding a high flow exhaust will lean the bike out a little. Your best bet is to go for a ... | |
| 87 flhtc | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: on my 87 flhtc,the bike will shut down when first ride of day,usually 3rd or 4th gear.The psi gauge ... A: I am assuming that the gage you are refering to is the oil pressure. It sounds like you have a short ... | |
| leaking front cyl. head gasket on a 2003 fatboy | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: need some good tips on how to change this gasket properly A: Not sure what you marn by good tips. Its just the question of removing the tank and tearing down the ... | |
| Idle problems | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 07 FXDC that most days has a idle with a mind of it's own. Most of the time after a brief ... A: The problem with the new bikes is there are so many sensers that it is hard to tell which one it is, ... | |
| 1994 harley sportster question...... | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: Ok, for starters i work at a local dealership in iowa(wash bay). i purchased a used 1994 sportster ... A: I have to back up. the ball and spring are located in the oil filter housing. I was thinking of a ... | |
| 1987 flhs | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: mike , have a problem at 70 miles an hour, bike will shut off, have had the carb., cleaned two ... A: There are two different reasons for your problem. One is gas starved. Go for a ride with the air ... | |
| 1987 flhs | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: mike , have a problem at 70 miles an hour, bike will shut off, have had the carb., cleaned two ... A: What ignition are you running? When you say it shuts off, once you get below 70 does it immediality ... | |
| 89 fxsts rebuild | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: last year i bought my 1st Harley a 1989 fxsts. It had a small leak in the rocker box that ... A: Go to the front exhaust. Rotate the motor so the lifter is all the way at the bottom of its stroke. ... | |
| 1994 harley sportster question...... | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: Ok, for starters i work at a local dealership in iowa(wash bay). i purchased a used 1994 sportster ... A: Since you lost your oil tank out of the tank then that means the check valve in the oil pumping is ... | |
| carlini handle bars | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: i just bought a set of 16'' carlini gangster apes for my 05 road king what length cables do i need ... A: Here is how I go about putting on taller handlebars. First, I remove the cables and install the ... | |
| 1997 heritage springer softail | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: When running it is hard to shift into neutral, someone said it could be a throw out bearing, what ... A: On the shifter cam in the trans, there is a fine line where netural is. over time it gets harder to ... | |
| Loose rear Harley transmission shift lever | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: Mike, got a 97FLHPI and read the previous post ('97) concerning the loose rear shifter lever. You ... A: If you just loosen the screws you still cant move the inner primary until you remove the clutch ... | |
| 1985 ironhead 1000 | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: where do icheck primary oil,and where do iadd oil? A: The primary and trans share the same oil. You add oil from the center inspection plate on the ... | |
| stator check | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: i need the procedure for testing stator for 05 softtail as i have burned up a 2nd regulator. ... A: First, unplug the regulator. At the plug for the stator go from one pin to ground with a OHM meter, ... | |
| Keith Black pistons | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: I am putting a 1200 kit in my 98 883 sportster, I stopped at my machinist and he said Keith Black ... A: Keith Black pistons are good pistons and should hold up quit well as long as the cylinders are honed ... | |
| Slip-ons or hole in baffles | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2007 Sportster 1200 Custom and I want to change my stock pipes to obtain a louder sound. ... A: First, pipes change colors due to heat. The leaner a bike runs the hotter it runs. When you open up ... | |
| 1998 FLSTC Starter Problem | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1998 FLSTC EVO. The starter spins but does not engage, the battery is fully charged. The ... A: If the jackshaft pops out then the jackshaft might be bad. What you would have to do is pull the ... | |
| oil return | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: i just bought a 1996 fxsts. when i start the bike , the oil level gets higher as it warms up and ... A: In the oil pump there is a ball with a spring. When the bike is not running the ball is suppose to ... | |
| tranny | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: have an 01 night train. i recently blow the transmission. well i have been looking around and i ... A: On the trans. even though they look the same the mounting is different so you are going to have to ... | |
| spark plug | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: front spark plug burns light dark.and the back one burns white on the strap grand.is that ok?thanks A: If you are talking about a harley, the front cylinder stays a little cooler than the rear. If you ... | |
| oil return | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: i just bought a 1996 fxsts. when i start the bike , the oil level gets higher as it warms up and ... A: You have oil weeping into the bottom end of the bike through the oil pump. If you have to much oil ... | |
| 1998 FLSTC Starter Problem | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1998 FLSTC EVO. The starter spins but does not engage, the battery is fully charged. The ... A: First thing you need to determine is if the jackshaft is moving when you hit the starter button. ... | |
| sportster speedo problem | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: My uncle has a 97 or 98 1200 sportster. Recently the magneto went out on him. After he got his bike ... A: Since your bike has a speedo that run off the front wheel then you have a problem with one of the ... | |
| shovelhead | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: I need to know how to check the starter solenoid. I have power from the switch to the solenoid but ... A: There are 3 posts on the solenoid. One large one is constant hot. The other one gets hot when you ... | |
| 1955 panhead | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: i have a 55 fl recently rebuilt 90 miles ago,when built by a shop i had given them a su carb and a ... A: If the pistons you told me were installed then you should be running around 90 to 100 PSI, so your ... | |
| 75 sportster oil line routing | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: need help routing oil lines, theres no oil cooler on this bike. confused on which 3 oil lines go to ... A: The oil line cannect to the back of the tank. The lowest port ont he tank is the feed to the oil ... | |
| ignition | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: I am hooking up a tach to a single fire ignition. The modual is a Crane HI4 and the coil is unmarked ... A: The single fire coil has three posts. Usually the one in the center is the positive one, but check ... | |
| carb cough | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: i just bought this bike so ill tell you what i do know the bike is a 1999 FXD harley with a 95 ci ... A: Your cough in the motor could be caused by a pushrod being to tight if you have adjustable pushrods ... | |
| voltage gauge pegs | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 electra glide classic, the voltage gauge was peging above 16, engine lite comes on, ... A: First, unplug the regulator. Do a OHMs test from pin to pin on the stator and then pin to ground. ... | |
| '85 ELECTRA GLIDE F/FENDER REMOVAL | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I've written to you before and you were right on with you suggestions. And I still THANK YOU FOR IT. ... A: To take the front fender off you will have to remove the front tire and caliber. Then just remove ... | |
| chain oiler rear drive chain | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1977 Super Glide and I am trying to find out how to rerun my chain oiler. I just found a ... A: Your rear chain oiler runs from the t on the oil pump and drips on the chain from a hose fitting ... | |
| chirping ( alignment eliminated) | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: My wifes '98 Springer Anniv. Loud chirp from drive belt on de-celleration as well as sometimes ... A: Since your belt is aligned properly then its probably the belt itself. About the only thing you are ... | |
| chain oiler | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1977 Super Glide and I am trying to find out how to rerun my chain oiler. I just found a ... A: The small hose goes from the oil pump to the back of the inner primary. The hose at the center of ... | |
| ignition switch | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: how do u get the ingniton switch off,so i can get the plastic cover off under it ANSWER: What year ... A: Put the key in and unlock. With the key still in turn the knob to access. There is a small release ... | |
| 1996 FXDWG Engine Vibrations | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: I've done some reading here, and elsewhere, and I have a bad engine vibration problem on my mildly ... A: With that many miles I would suppect that the rod bearings are worn and lose, which would cause the ... | |
| 1986 FXST VOES | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1986 softail with a mildly modified drivetrain. Modest cam, Crane HI-4 Single Fire ... A: Since your bike has had the sputter since the rebuild I would suspect that it is not the VOS. I see ... | |
| Speedometer/ Police Special | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a '93 Police Special Road King and was wondering how to fix the speedometer? I haven't yet ... A: Your speedo runs off the front wheel and has a speedo drive unit. Disconnect the cable from the ... | |
| 1993 FXDL | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: I need some advice on rebuilding the carb on my stock FXDL. I do not know if it is the gas I use or ... A: the next time it happens, pull the bowl off the carb and check the intermediate jet. the bowl has a ... | |
| Replacing the clutch lever | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: How do I replace the clutch lever on my '07 sportster/nightster? it's how to handle the cable that ... A: Loosen the adjuster on the cable so it has alot of slack in it. remove the pin that holds the lever ... | |
| changing a clutch handle on a 1200 sportster | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: how do I change a clutch handle on a 1200 sportster. removed pin,and locking screw, how do I get the ... A: Go to the adjuster on the cable and loosen it so you have slack in the cable. Remove the pin holding ... | |
| fouling out plugs | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1985 evo motor that has a s&s super E carb on it and straight pipes everything thing else ... A: Since you changed your coil Iwould recommend changing the plug wires. They could be going bad, which ... | |
| engine sound like valves | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a FLHT 1994 Electra Glide police certified edition it's engine was was repaired about three ... A: Your ticking is probably the lifters not getting enough oil. What you need to do is connect a ... | |
| Upper end rebuilding | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I have 99 softail 1340 with 28k miles.I have done every potential mod. to increase hp. excluding ... A: When you rebuild the top end you remove the heads and rework the valves, remove the cylinders and ... | |
| 1990 heritage softail | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: my heritage broke down lately when i was out for a ride,the bike just died out.I checked fuel and i ... A: Its not the pickup, since you have a spark. The pickup is nothing more than a on off switch for the ... | |
| changing turn signals | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: I changed the turn signals on my wifes' sportster, and I'm not sure which wires go to what. On the ... A: If you are refering to the front turn signals the black is ground, blue is running light and the ... | |
| battery tender | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2008 883L and I was wondering if my bike comes with the pigtail to connect a battery ... A: It doesnt come with one. You would need to install it. Just connect the wires to the battery and ... | |
| battery change on tour glide | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: Dumb me left the ignition switch in the on position. My garage isn't heated and the battery is ... A: The only problem you will have is if you left the on/off switch on with the ignition. If you did you ... | |
| 83 fxwg | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: my 83 shovel has a clutch adjustment problem. iv replaced the discs and the bearings in the hub seem ... A: Check your throw out bearing to make sure its ok. Also, check the plates to make sure they are not ... | |
| my fathers motorcycle | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: unfortunately its not a harley its a 1973 Honda cb450 but my question is how do i start restoring my ... A: First thing you need to get is a service manual for your bike so you know the specs and how to work ... | |
| head mods | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I am currently getting my 883 cylinders bored out for 1200. Do I need to do any machining to the ... A: As long as the pistons are designed for conversion from 883 to 1200 you dont have to do anything to ... | |
| 68 harly | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: How can i check valve timing on my shovelhead without opening the entire engine? A: You need a timimg light and a clear timing hole plug. Pull the timing plug out of the left side of ... | |
| 1340 EVO | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: Mike Ive recently returned from a tour in Iraq and purchased a 1990 Electra Glide Sport. It had one ... A: running hot can be caused by two things. One is running the bike to lean and the other is the timing ... | |
| rocker box leak | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: 1993 FLSTF. rear cylinder is leaking. it has been for awhile. how can i tell if the leak is between ... A: Usually your leak is between the lower box and the head. Since you have to tear it apart, you need ... | |
| speedo/turn signal cancel | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: have a '96 883, someone has installed a mech. drive speedo on and now the turn signals do not self ... A: You are correct on the speed signal output wire from the speedo. As to the mini speedo having the ... | |
| 06 Harley Davidson 883R Front Brakes | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: my question is in regards to my 2006 883r sporster. I've been experiencing front brake ... A: You can have the rotors turned, but you would have to find somebody with a big enough lathe. You ... | |
| sputter | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a '96 Heritage with about 40K on it. I recently replaced the starter and at same time the ... A: Nest time you change plugs, get a set of Champions. They are cheaper and do the same thing as the ... | |
| Rebuliding | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I would like to get into rebuilding old Harley. Where would be a good place to start? I am an ... A: One of the things you need to get is a service manual for the year you are looking at. What ever ... | |
| chattering noise | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1982 fl roadking i purchased about a year ago.on a fairly long ride i noticed a chatter ... A: The noise you are hearing might be coming from the head gasket. When they blow, they do make some ... | |
| brake light fuse | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I can't get to a manual, where is the fuse for a brake light on a 1988 FLSTC? A: You dont have fuses on your bike, you have breakers. If only your brake light is not working then ... | |
| electric start problem | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 883 with 3500 miles.(bought this year used and has always been hard to start) I ... A: You need to determine where you short is, so you will need a test light. First, check you ... | |
| ACETONE ON CHROME | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: DO YOU KNOW WHAT EFFECT ACETONE HAS ON CHROME? A: I dont think it will hurt it if you are using it to clean chrome. I use carb cleaner to clean chrome ... | |
| how to remove baffles | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I would like to ask you how can i remove the baffles from my '07 Scramming Eagle street performance ... A: Look at the back of the pipe. If there is a bolt then remove the bolt and you can pull the baffle ... | |
| flathead 50's servi-car | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: Motor came in a box trying to complete this project myself, came into a problems no one seems to ... A: We might be talking about two different oil pumps, since they made several diffrent ones for the ... | |
| EVO vent to oil tank | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I have several EVO powerd bikes. Some case vent and some head venters. All seem to collect oil in ... A: If you vented everything to the oil tank the oil tank would be pressurized and the dipstick would ... | |
| Locked Front Brake/Wheel | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I read your profile regarding only knowing about Harleys but I have a quick general question. I ... A: Most brake calibers have whats called a puck inside. It is moved by the pressure when you apply the ... | |
| oil leak | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: hey there well i am not sure if this question will fall under your knowledge feild.. but i just ... A: your leak could be about anywhere. heres is the best way to find it. Clean the motor very well. ... | |
| neutral switch installation | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I have an 01 Fat Boy and need the procedure for installing the neutral switch.. Can you help me ? ... A: Your right on the wires. I was thinking of another year. the chrome cover should just slide off. ... | |
| Swing Arm Bolt Removal | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to remove the swing arm bolt in my 1989 Harley FLHTC. I have tried heating, beating and ... A: Once you have the weight off the swing arem it should just slide out when you remove the nuts. It ... | |
| Carb jetting??? | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 113" s&s, v&h pipes w/baffles, forcewinder forward facing intake and a Super G carb.At ... A: you have a problem with the carb. If you have to air/fuel mixture screw in all the way the bike ... | |
| O5 FLHTCUI oil consumption | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I bought an 05 FLHTCUI brand new with a 1550 ST Legal EFI 95" kit with Syn.3 installed by the ... A: If you donthave a leak then you are burning oil. There are two places that you can get oil in the ... | |
| replacing forks | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: mike i would like to install chrome lower forks on my 07 fatboy how do i go about it? thanks Mike ... A: First, you need to jack up the bike so the forks are off the ground. remove the fender and brake ... | |
| flathead 50's servi-car | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: Motor came in a box trying to complete this project myself, came into a problems no one seems to ... A: On your oil tank you should have 3 fittings. the lowest one is the feed line, the next highest one ... | |
| Opinion Bearing Migration | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: "Hi Mike, Sorry, in my first email I incorrectly stated that it was the "left bearing that ... A: What you have to do is measure the inner race and the bearing, then hone the outer race to size it. ... | |
| no throttle response (continued) | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I am using a S&S "G" model carb. The lifters are hydraulic and the exhaust is aftermarket type ... A: The jets you are using should make the bike run with maybe a little miss, but it should still run ... | |
| "Correction" Right Hand Main Bearing Migration | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: "Hi Mike, Sorry, in my first email I incorrectly stated that it was the "left bearing that ... A: To answer your first question, no it is not common. In fact, I have never seen this happen. The ... | |
| Harley Davidson Headlight low beam | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 05 softail (fatboy) I have replaced the Bulb & switch & I still have no low beam I have ... A: Your short would be between the switch and the light itself. Check the plugin for the headlight to ... | |
| no throttle response (continued) | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: Mike, I am using a S&S "G" model carb. The lifters are hydraulic and the exhaust is aftermarket type ... A: It sounds like your carb is jetted to big, which would cause the lack of power. Clean your plugs and ... | |
| oil coming out of air intake | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: Was out riding for about half hour when all of the sudden oil startyed coming out of air intake. I ... A: You have a couple of butterfly valves in the rockers to vent air out of the motor durning the ... | |
| followup on no throttle response | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: Mike. This is a follow up on previous questions concerning no throttle response. I built a custom ... A: Your compression is fine. Couple of questions. What carb are you running, are you using solid ... | |
| 2006 SPORTY 883 | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: MIKE, I HAVE A 2006 883 SPORTY WITH 600 MILES I JUST CHANGED OIL TO LUCAS 20/50 SYN. WAS THIS A GOOD ... A: Lucas is a good oil, so if you want to run syn. you picked well. Try running the 91 octane and see ... | |
| 2001 HD 1200c Sportster | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: When ever I run over 65mph tbe bike spits oil out of the crankcase vent hose. Does not happen at ... A: Your umbrella valves, located in the rocker boxes, are probably bad and need replaced. They are ... | |
| Sportster Forks | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1987 Sporty 1100 which was in an accident. The fork tubes are bent. These are the small ... A: Pretty much any forks from 82-99 will fit your sportster as long as you change the triple trees. ... | |
| removal of the rear fender and gas tank | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1998 sportster 883. i am getting the tins painted by a friend in ohio but i need to remove ... A: To get the fender off you have to remove the wheel so you can get the strut bolts out. You would ... | |
| 73 Sportster Iron Head Rebuild Project | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 73 XLH Sportster rigid frame that I purchased in 1980 in a basket. I would like to build ... A: Your cases were probably damaged from the trans locking up, not a motor problem. Many iron heads ... | |
| Charging two batteries | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: Is it possible to charge two batteries installed in a 2002 Road Glide at the same time or in ... A: Your problem sounds more time related than amp related. I would start by adding a battery, but use ... | |
| extra fuel tank for trike | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: My converted H_D Road Glide to trike has resulted in using much more fuel than my wifes '97 FLHTCUI ... A: You can add a float to the main tank to pump the fuel and shut the pump off when it full, but the ... | |
| 2004 Fatboy FLSTF lower fork replacement | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I just bought chrome lower forks for my 2004 FLSTF. I'm looking for instructions on how to do the ... A: Your best sourse would be the harley service manual. Its not that hard to change them out. Lift the ... | |
| 05 Dyna | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I had previously changed the muffs to Screaming eagle slash, Air filter change and a map change ... A: Your best indicator of a lean condition is checking the spark plugs. Pull them and they should be a ... | |
| extra fuel tank for trike | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: My converted H_D Road Glide to trike has resulted in using much more fuel than my wifes '97 FLHTCUI ... A: It is going to be alot of work to add a tank. First, you would have to deside where you are going to ... | |
| Charging two batteries | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: Is it possible to charge two batteries installed in a 2002 Road Glide at the same time or in ... A: You can run the batteries in series and charge both at the same time off the charging system on the ... | |
| '01 road king w/ apehangers | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: i have 18" apes on my '01 road king. i love 'em however the handling is lacking (esp. wind,rain ... A: the problem you are having is the higher you go with the handle bars the more flex you get. You can ... | |
| followup on no throttle response | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: Mike. This is a follow up on previous questions concerning no throttle response. I built a custom ... A: the plugs would indicate that you are running rich, which would cause the falling flat.Even siting ... | |
| Generator light on | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1984 harley sportster. The generator light started to flicker, when off and then came on ... A: To polorize the generator you attach a jumper wire to the A post of the generator and momentarily ... | |
| front end bearings | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: I bought a perse performance triple tree set. At like 70 mph I get a side to side sway does the ... A: the bottom bearing should be pressed on all the way tight to the dust cover. Check your play in the ... | |
| Changing Shocks | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a 06 XL883C, I want to lower my bike, plus feel like I ride in it not on it. If that makes ... A: The Progressive shocks will give you a better ride than the stock ones. As to lowering, if you lower ... | |
| Generator light on | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1984 harley sportster. The generator light started to flicker, when off and then came on ... A: What you need to do is test the generator and regulator. the problem is you are not going to have to ... | |
| 03 FLSTCI Runs Rich | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: I own a 03 FLSTCI (fuel injected) that is blowing gas out the exhaust. The motor is stock with a Big ... A: No problem. The power commander can have gone out as I said in my previous answer and you still have ... | |
| 03 FLSTCI Runs Rich | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I own a 03 FLSTCI (fuel injected) that is blowing gas out the exhaust. The motor is stock with a Big ... A: It sounds like your Dyna modual is not working correctly, so you either have to find somebody that ... | |
| Charging problem . . . | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a problem with the charging system on my '02 Wide Glide. On one of my last rides in the fall ... A: First you need to start the bike and make sure you have a charging problem. Ater the bike is ... | |
| spring from rear brake caliper | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a heritage softail 96 model.My problem is with the single piston rear brake caliper.It was ... A: This is going to be tough to explain on here without a pic, but it goes ont he back of the caliber ... | |
| 91 Fatboy burning oil. | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I recently bought a 91 Fatboy.(1st Harley, don't know much about them yet) The previous owner had a ... A: There are two places you get oil to burn. One is from the valve guides and the other is around the ... | |
| General Checklist | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: Hey Mike, What's a good check list to follow when looking at purchasing a vintage bike that hasn't ... A: One of the worst things for a bike is to sit for a long period of time. About he only thing you can ... | |
| solenoid | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: How do you check a solenoid on a 2003 fatboy and see if it is good or not? ANSWER: What happens ... A: First, make sure you have a good battery and good ground. Go to the starter and locate the small ... | |
| ss eng | 12/14/2008 |
| Q: s&s on a 2002 indian spirit. has set for a couple mos. tried to start after several attempts noticed ... A: That is the vent for the bottom end of the motor. What happens is the oil tank probably weeped some ... | |
| 2001 heritage softail classic | 12/13/2008 |
| Q: When I have been riding and stop for gas I have to let my bike cool down before starting it again ... A: Your grinding noise might be coming from the starter motor. When your riding the bike, the starter ... | |
| removing rear fender | 12/13/2008 |
| Q: please tell me the steps in removing the rear fender on a 1997 sportster 1200. thank you. A: First, jack the bike up. Remove the axle and shide the wheel foward and remove the belt. Then remove ... | |
| pulley cover sportster | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: I want to install a chrome pulley cover on my sportster how do I do this your help will be ... A: If you are refering to the rear pulley you would have to jack the bike up, remove the axle, push the ... | |
| Harley jackshaft starter problem | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: I have a shovel inner/outer primary setup, and have a problem when going to fire the bike up. ... A: Check the bearing in the primary where the jackshaft goes to make sure it good. I would also check ... | |
| starter solenoid | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: How do you check the starter solenoid on a 2003 fatboy to see if it is good. Just clicks when I hit ... A: First you need to check to see if you have power going to the starter from the starer relay. Locate ... | |
| 2009 Road King SE packages | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I'm thinking about buying a 2009 Road King and would I like the idea of getting the SE stage I ... A: Anytime you go for more horses you will give up some gas milage. With the current motor on the 2009 ... | |
| 2002 Harley Davidson clutch engagement | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I've recently acquired a 2002 Patriot motorcycle with Harley new EVO motor and trans. The clutch ... A: Loosen the adjuster on the cable so you have some slack in it. Go to the adjuster on the clutch and ... | |
| 1996 stock 1200 xl carb. | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: My wife's bike spits back through the carb. chokes out at the light and will die while she is riding ... A: I would first check to see if you have a intake leak. Next, check for a exhaust leak. If they are ... | |
| 1970 shovel | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: Ive got a 70 shovel of a friend of mine and its puking out about a quart of oil out the vent tube ... A: the pressure is created when the piston moves down. What is happening is the oil pump has a check ... | |
| Quiet exhaust for a '77 Superglide FXE | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: Firstly, thanks for all the great answers to the posts. I fixed an electrical problem by reading ... A: The problem with turn outs is getting a baffle in. They dont really go around corners and I dont ... | |
| 1987 flhs | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I have been working on this bike for several weeks. It started when the starter solenoid took a ... A: If your voltage is dropping that low, the you have a grounded wire somewhere and its killing the ... | |
| Starter drag | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a '98 Wide Glide. The starter started dragging every once in a while until now it just ... A: Once you have checked the cables and made sure thy are not the problem then you would have to pull ... | |
| 2005 Dyna Super Glide | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: First winter with my bike where is the battery and do I remove it in the cold months? A: Your battery is located on the right side of the bike. Your best bet on the battery is to install a ... | |
| Rotor and stator Help | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2000 RK Classic. Battery went completely dead during a ride. Battery charged up OK after ... A: If you are showing that low of voltage at the sttor then the stator is bad and needs replaced. You ... | |
| pushrod adjustment 2001 fatboy | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: looking for proper adjustment procedure.i know the basics for valve adjustment as ihave done al ... A: i was just checking. Remove the spark plugs and rotate the motor so the front exhaust is at the ... | |
| tach hookup | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: could you please tell me how to wire tach on my 03 heritage classic. have a BARON tach with adapter ... A: The yellow wire from the adapter goes to the negitive side of the front coil. The blue wire from the ... | |
| sportster 1st gear slips | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: i have the same problem as these folks who better sum it up. both me & my wife have sportsters ... A: If it skipped a tooth is would do it all the time and skip thoughout the RPM range while you are in ... | |
| wiring harness fitment | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I have a92 flh ultra classic,has a burnt harness.I have found various differences between ... A: If you cant find a harness for your 92 then you are going to have to go the route of using a ... | |
| shovelhead pushrod length | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: I am helping a friend put his 1972 flh back together after installing an andrews stock replacment ... A: First, when installing the pushrods you should bleed the tappets to make sure they are not pumped up ... | |
| 1983 flhtc shovel 5speed | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: 010 over and right after i got it the rear head gasket blew the top end,oil pump,stator and clutches ... A: On the oil leak, just replace the rubber gaskets and that should solve the problem. On your pipes, ... | |
| Bolt On Chopper Kits | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I have seen web sites such as "Seeger Cycle, Chopper Kit" about a bolt on chopper set up. They give ... A: i have never used these kits, but I did look at them on the web. What you are doing is adding rake ... | |
| Front shock leaking oil FLHR-1 2003 Road Ki | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: 2003 HD Road King, FLHR-1-(No front air shocks) 7000 miles, bought 3 months ago with 4600 miles, ... A: You need to jack up the bike so there is no pressure on the forks. remove the top cap. If that is ... | |
| 1999 ultra classic twin cam 88 | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: tach stopped working red engine light on and off just happened completely stock bike 30.000 miles ... A: Since you have a check engine light you need to know the codes to know what to repair. Hold the ... | |
| Changing triple trees | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2006 nightrain with the stock 3 degree tripple tree. I want to change them to a 5 or ... A: Adding the 7 degree will be fine and give the bike a streched look. If you dont lengthen the forks ... | |
| FLHRC Front Caliper Installation | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2006 FLHRCI. I just replaced the front fender. I had a hard time getting the calipers off ... A: Its best to have the front wheel off the axle and the bike jacked up a little. Install the fender ... | |
| my 1981 superglide tach.needle flutter | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: BEFORE I replaced any parts, I asked about why my tachometer needle is bouncing around quite a ... A: in your previous question you didnt mention the power loss, so I assumed it was a bad tach. When you ... | |
| EFI tuning | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: I recently put Rush slip ons and an Arlen Ness Stage II air filter on an '08 FLHTC. I am attmepting ... A: the popping is from not enough back pressure which will cause a build up of gas in the exhaust. ... | |
| Harley Won't Start | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: You helped me out recently with some problems and now I have another one. My 1998 883 XLH Sportster ... A: First thing you need to do is determine if you have power going to the starter. there is a small 12 ... | |
| Triple Trees | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2001 FXST. I would like to put 4 degree triple trees on the bike. Concerned about trail ... A: The one thing you have to remember about adding degrees to the front end, it will handle better in a ... | |
| 96 XL 1200C | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: What is the widest rear tire that I can put on my 96 1200C with out having to install a wide tire ... A: On the front tire you can use the 90/90H-21. On the rear, you can go to a 140 tire, but its going to ... | |
| 2007 FLHTC | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: I have had a shimmy in my front end since I have bought it in 2007.The harley shop replaced front ... A: A shimmy in the front end can be caused from a couple different problems. Bad front tire, bent rim ... | |
| 2008 FXD idle | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: Can anything be done to calm the high idle characteristics of the 08 Superglide. It has been that ... A: Since you havent made any changes then you dont need to remapp. you can adjust the idle, it will not ... | |
| Gas smell | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2000 FXST which I bought with 5k miles on it. It now has 35k and over the past few months, ... A: your correct, the vent line should not be plugged. I dont know much about the valve since I am in ... | |
| 1986 FXSTC oil tank outlets | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: I'm working on a 1986 FXSTC and neeed to know which oil line goes to which nipple on the oil tank. ... A: The bigger one is the drain that is going to the solid rod. Look inside the tank to see where the ... | |
| S&S Shorty Sputter | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: I know mention Harley but I was hoping you could help with my S&S 113ci motor with S&S Super G carb ... A: Since you have spark and you ran the bike without the gas caps and its not a vent problem, then the ... | |
| starter problem | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I own a 1989 sportster 1200 that won't start. All I hear when I press the starter button is a loud ... A: It sounds like you need to pull the starter and test it. there are several tests that need to be ... | |
| timing | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I've got a 91 FLHS that's started pinging when pulling under load, like going up a hill. It also ... A: To stop the pinging you can retard the timing a little, which should help. Since you stated that you ... | |
| starter | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: Hey Mike... Jim here and have pulled the starter out of my bike. The problem I have now is how do I ... A: The bearings should just press in. You might have to use a socket the same size as the inside of the ... | |
| Gas smell | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2000 FXST which I bought with 5k miles on it. It now has 35k and over the past few months, ... A: I dont know much about that valve since I am in Ohio and we dont have to have that valve, like ... | |
| s&s oil pump removel | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I own a 49 panhead with a s&s oil pump and on my last start up i noticed i have no oil pressure at ... A: First you have to remove the outer cover. On hte shaft that goes through the pump and into the case ... | |
| remove fairing from flhtcu | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: red about your issue turning an electra into a roadking. I'm in the same situation. MIne is a -96 ... A: When you get a wiring harness it wil be the main harness running from the front of the bike to the ... | |
| 5 degree tree | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: i am putting on a 5 degree tree, is 2" over long enough to maintaine same ride hight. A: What you need to do is install the tree and then with the bike lever at the frame, take a ... | |
| FLHPI | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: Trying to convert the front running lights from flashing to staying on when the headlight is on. Is ... A: The problem you will run into is the power for the lights come from the TSSM which makes them flash. ... | |
| Oil Light problem; | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Ultra Classic fuel enjected while traveling the oil light comes on, goes out, comes ... A: there is one sending unit for your bike. it is on the right side of the motor. Should be a single ... | |
| Oil Light problem; | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Ultra Classic fuel enjected while traveling the oil light comes on, goes out, comes ... A: If you have good oil pressure, and I would check with a manual pressure gage, then you probably have ... | |
| 2000 dyna 88ci engine | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: DO THE TWIN CAM MOTORS HAVE A HISTORY OF OIL PRESSURE FAILURE? MINE HAS FAILED TWICE IN LESS THAN ... A: I havent heard of this problem with the twin cam unless there is a alingment problem on the oil pump ... | |
| Adjustable pushrods | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: What is the best way to adjust the pushrods on a TC88 HD ? I rolled the motor over to get each cam ... A: Go to the front exhaust and rotate the motor so the lifter is all the way to the bottom of its ... | |
| 85 HD rear brake pad replacement | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: How do I replace the rear brake pads on my 1985 HD FLT?Is it much of a job? ... A: Its pretty easy. remov ethe caliber from the bracket. While the old pads are in there pry open the ... | |
| HARLEY FUEL | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: WHAT DO YOU THINK ARE THE PROS AND CONS OF THE HARLEY CARBURATORS COMPARED TO FUEL INJECTION? ... A: the fuel injection is more efficent than the carb and creates a little more power through the power ... | |
| installing a clutch cable | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: I am a woman and I have been riding for 4 years now. I have a heritage softtail classic. The ... A: Its not that tough at all. You will have to remove the exhaust if the pipes cover the trans cover. ... | |
| Removing Baffles | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2008 XL1200L Anniversary Edition Sportster. I like the bike very much but it just isn't ... A: Check your mufflers. If you see a small bolt going into the side of the muffler then you can remove ... | |
| modle | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: i just got my first bike.it,S a 1998 sportster 1200 and thats all i know ..how do i find out what ... A: You can give a dealer the vin number and they should be able to tell you what model it is. The only ... | |
| 1987 FXR oil leak | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: Mike: thanks for the opprotunity to write. i have an '87 FXR with 16k miles on it (been in a shed ... A: Probably the hardest thing on a bike is sitting that long. the gaskets get old and dry out and dont ... | |
| Signal Lights 93 Softail | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: Mike, I just purchased a 93 spring softail with about 13,000 miles. The factory rear signal lights ... A: In order for the turn signal modual to work there has to be so much currect drawn. The factory ... | |
| Harley Signal Canceler Module (TSM) | 11/8/2008 |
| Q: . a few months ago i ran across this site and your replies while i was having trouble with the turn ... A: Its notthe fact that you have low voltage at the turn signal modual, its that the light bulbs are ... | |
| 85 ironhead | 11/8/2008 |
| Q: I've owned this bike for awhile now and its been decent, but it started leaking oil out of the ... A: the gasket leaks probably from old age. in order the replace the gasket you have to remove the head ... | |
| S&S 113 | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: I have an S&S 113" with 10,000 miles. I am running a brand new dynatek programmable ignition, ... A: On your jetting, you can keep going smaller until you stop fouling plugs or the bike does not ... | |
| Starting the motorcycle | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: I own a 2001 Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom. Unfortunately, due to my job and I am not able ... A: The bad thing about starting the bike and letting it idle is the motor does nto get hot enough. When ... | |
| clutch adjustment (Heritage Softail Springer) | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2000 flsts, I need to adjust my clutch. I have my cover off and am looking at an 11/16 nut ... A: First, go to the cable and loosen it, so you have play in the clutch lever. Now, loosen the locknut. ... | |
| voltage gage going wacky | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: Mr.Wells, I have a 2004 Electra Glide Ultra Classic.On a recent ride,I observed the voltage gage ... A: Connect a volt meter to the battery and go for a ride and see if the volt meter does the same thing. ... | |
| 1994 HERITAGE SOFTAIL NOT CHARGING | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: BIKE QUIT AND BATTERY WAS DEAD, REPLACED BATTERY AND IT RUNS BUT IS NOT CHARGING, CHECKED AT BATTERY ... A: You first need to test the stator. Unplug the regulator and do a OHMs test from each wire on the ... | |
| clutch adjustment | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: How do I adjust the clutch on my 2001 harley 883 sportster. Thanks Steve A: If you have to much play in the clutch lever go to the adjuster in the clutch cable. If will be ... | |
| Oil Drain Plug / synth. oil | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: There are two drain plugs, very close together, on the left side of the oil pan. One is slightly ... A: There are certain oils that can be used in all three. What you need to do it check with the sales ... | |
| Engine | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I noticed my bike (1994 FLSTN)was leaking oil between the jugs and the case. I tore the engine down ... A: Any time you pull the jugs you should hone and re-ring. Since your bike is a 94 you need to mic the ... | |
| S&S 113". Plugs fuel fouling & Gas in oil. | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I have an S&S 113" with 10,000 miles. I am running a brand new dynatek programmable ignition, ... A: First, you need to test your coil and plug wires to make sure they are good. Where you say you are ... | |
| xl 1200s fork extension | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: I saw your answer about putting longer fork tubes on a Sportster Sport with the addition of spacers ... A: It will work on your bike. When you extend the fork tubes you need somthing in there to take up the ... | |
| 1993 FLHTC FAIRING REMOVAL | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1993 FLHTC - I NEED TO REPLACE/ REPAIR THE SPEAKERS AND WAS WONDERING WHAT WAS THE BEST ... A: You have to remove the front fairing to get to them. Remove the top bolts and the windshield will ... | |
| Front master cylinder Harley 94 FLSTN | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: Mike I purchased a 1994 FLSTN that already had an aftermarket chrome front master on it. I have ... A: Its not suppose to be that snug. It is suppose to move hte rubber plunger. You should get a new cup ... | |
| 1993 flhtc electric | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: when i replaced the ignition switch myself, the plastic top threaded head broke, but i glued it ... A: About the only things that can make your switch go bad is to much voltage, the switch that was put ... | |
| HD 2001 Soft tail, Starting Problem | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: Rode the bike 3 days ago.....tried to start it today but got a popping noise. The engine did not ... A: Check at the starter where the solenoid connects and see if you have power there when you hit the ... | |
| custom oil lines | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: Hey Mike , I bough a stainless oil line kit for my 82 FXR , the problem is the chrome fittings ... A: If they were to tight, then they would have to be honed. If they got honed to much it could cause ... | |
| custom oil lines | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: Hey Mike , I bough a stainless oil line kit for my 82 FXR , the problem is the chrome fittings ... A: I have a few questions. First, the wrist pin is a standard size for the S&S rods, so what did he ... | |
| i need more help. thank you | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: my 2002 883 sportster hugger. Its been working fine, but now it wont start or even the lights come ... A: It sounds like you might have a bad battery. I would have it tested. If you are sure that the ... | |
| true duals | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I have an 08 flhr & have been told several different things about air & pipes , I'am going to true ... A: Your bike came from the factory a little lean to pass the EPA standards. When you change exhaust, ... | |
| oil dumping from crankcase breather | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: Been clocking up the 1000 mile run in and the bike pukes oil from the crankcase regularly. Have ... A: For the over heating, check to make sure you are not running to lean and also that your timing is ... | |
| Brakes | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I have an '83 FXR. I just put on ape hangers and when i was bleeding the front brakes but they ... A: Keep bleeding them. the hole in the master cylinder it really small for the brake fluid to go ... | |
| Cycle Shack baffles to replace those in SSII on an FXSTC 2009 | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2009 FXSTC Softail custom. I changed the stock pipes for Screamin' Eagle II. The sound is ... A: When riders are looking for a certain sound they are all different. What one person like another ... | |
| 02' Sportster electrical problem | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: I have been re-building my 02' Sportster after being involved in a wreck. I had the wires to the ... A: The fuses are located either under the seat or under the side panel. If the headlight doen not work ... | |
| electrical 86 flhtc | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: things that stoped working at the same time-brake lights-nuetral light-spot ... A: You have breakers in your bike and no fuses. I would test on both sides of the breakers to make sure ... | |
| 1977 Superglide | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: I have an 77superglide 74inch. Motor went bad and I took the motor out to get rebuilt. While motor ... A: the super carb is just fine for your bike and a lot better than the old stock carb. Since your bike ... | |
| 76 shovelhead | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: Hey Mike, I have a 76'Shovelhead, the otherday it starting lossing power, seems to be leaking oil ... A: You first need to determine why its loosing power. Pull your plugs and check them for fouling. If ... | |
| electrical-86-flhtc | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: Hello-I have a 86 flhtc-noticed the other day that some times the blinkers would flash a little and ... A: First, you need to check at the key switch to make sure you have power going to the breakers. If you ... | |
| Delkron transmission case 620-299 FXR | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: I bought a roller project with this delkron trans case installed. Case is totally bare. What Harley ... A: You cn fit any of the 5 speed gearsets in there. the only thing you have to be careful of is the ... | |
| Carb popping | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: 06 883l. Carb always popped a little after I punched holes in the plug in my stock exhaust. Well I ... A: Drilling the slide makes the slide react faster, but you have to go a certain size. Going to big ... | |
| Fork length on a raked front end | 10/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a 98 Fatboy which had been lowered when I purchased it. The fork length now is 29" from axle ... A: What you need to do is install the 5 degree rake in the trees. jack the bike up so the frame is ... | |
| starting my harley after storage | 10/19/2008 |
| Q: Mike, I bought my first HD in July during my leave from Iraq, The bike has 500 mi. now . I didnt ... A: Probably goiing to have to replace the battery and drain the old fuel. the other thing you will need ... | |
| blinkers and brake lights | 10/19/2008 |
| Q: The blinkers on my 1991 softail heritage work only on accessory mode. My brakelights do not work on ... A: Your bike does not have fueses, it has breakers. Check at the brake switch to see if you have power ... | |
| 1980 HD lowrider | 10/19/2008 |
| Q: Mike, just got the HD...runs, looks OK but would like to take it apart and semi-customize it? What ... A: Excellent 11,300 very good 8,000 good 6,000 fair 4,300 poor ... | |
| 1997 HD Sportster Carburetor | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: I have two hoses that have rotted. The first runs from the rear of the fuel cut-off to a splitter ... A: If the vaccumn doesnt open the petcock then the fuel flow will stop, so that might be the problem. ... | |
| 1997 HD Sportster Carburetor | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: I have two hoses that have rotted. The first runs from the rear of the fuel cut-off to a splitter ... A: The hose at the splitter is from the vaccumn on the carb. If it leaks the bike wont run. It has to ... | |
| fork brace | 10/14/2008 |
| Q: HEY MIKE HOWS IT GOIN?.....IM THINKIN ABOUT PUTTING A SCREAMIN EAGLE FORK BRACE ON MY XLCH.....WHAT ... A: The fork brace stiffens the forks and keeps them from twisting under a load. You install then about ... | |
| 79 XLCH sportster | 10/14/2008 |
| Q: put in new clutch in my 79 sportster,do i tighten nuts all the way down on the release disc so the ... A: Yes, you tighten the nuts all the way down on the spacers. Then loosen the cable so you have alot of ... | |
| 2000 Deuce Brake light | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: My front brake lever is not activating my brake lights, although brake lights come on with the rear. ... A: If you take the brake lever out and turn the ignition switch on, does the brake light come on? If ... | |
| motorcycle storage | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: Mike on a 97 sporty 883 winter storage should i drain the oil tank i was told that the oil would ... A: If the oil hasnt weeped int he past, then it probably wont. Start the bike and let it warm up and ... | |
| mileage | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: Mike can you tell me what kind of mileage could i expect from a 1997 sporty 883 with a good ... A: On the rebuild, its had to say how soont he motor will have to be rebuilt. It is going to depend on ... | |
| 1989 1200 sportster | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: i have 1989 1200 sportster,it's been lowered.when i ride with my girl friend i here the chain ... A: You need to check your chain to make sure its not to loose. If you want to convert it to belt drive ... | |
| brake lights stuck on | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: i have a 1988 flhtc with about 16,000 miles on it.the brake light is stuck on . both wires to brake ... A: Check at the front brake handle. You will notice that the cover for the throttle and the cover for ... | |
| 99 Dyna Super Glide | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: Random engine missing.New plugs gapped at 040,new battery,good high octane fuel,clean air filter. ... A: Check for a intake leak with carb cleaner. Warm the bike up and spray a little carb cleaner around ... | |
| 81 Sportster Rear Wheel | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: 1981 Sportster Cast Rear wheel I replaced the bearing & races. If i try to tighten the axle the ... A: what you need to do is remove the wheel and install the alxe with some spacers so you can tighten it ... | |
| enrichner problem | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2000 duece, garage kept so I never use the enrichner. I just tied to use it & its too hard ... A: First, check the adjustment on it. behind the knob there is a plastic nut. Loosen it, pull it out ... | |
| Oil thru breather | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Indian Scout (I know it's not a Harley, but it does have a 88ci or 1442cc S&S V-twin ... A: Your oil is backing up in to the bottom of the motor. Your check valve in the oil pump is leaking ... | |
| how a motorcycle starter works | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: I have a starter that worked just fine. Now when I hit the switch, the starter turns the jack shaft ... A: When you hit the starter button the starter turns as well as the starter soleniod, which is othing ... | |
| crankcase breathe oil spillout | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: i am confused about the location of my crankcase breather on my 1976 flh. it looks to me like ... A: Your oil returns from the primary through a hose which is attached to a t from the vent on the ... | |
| 74 Ironhead clutch | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: This clutch is driving me crazy !! I brought this bike back from a basket case and the motor runs ... A: Thy this and see if it will disengage. Loosen the adjuster for the cable all the way, so your making ... | |
| 2003 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: HOW TO CHANGE SHIFTER FORK? A: In order the change the shifter fork you have to remove the trans and tear it apart. I am going to ... | |
| "Bad Gas" | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: The man I bought my used cycle from suggested that "every so often" he would "run a tank of medium ... A: All the higher octane gas does is stop pinging or pre detonation, so if you dont have that problem ... | |
| 73 Shovel kick start to electric start conversion | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: I have '73 shovelhead converted to 93CI (S&S) with alternator/regulator (no points to mess with) and ... A: Your best bet is to get a conversion kit. It will have the parts you need, except for the battery ... | |
| Risers for Fatboy 2003 | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: I'm a novice at working on my 2003 Fatboy...just purchased it. I'm having trouble removing the ... A: First you have to remove the headlight assembly. Once you have that done you remove the passing lamp ... | |
| Harley Lights | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1998 ultra classic and when I start the bike the headlight high beam indicator stays on ... A: On your front lights. You have a short in the lighting system. When you go to high beam the ... | |
| 91 fatboy charging system | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1991 fatboy the battery just went dead on.I charged the battery and did a test on it and it ... A: First, at the battery, start the bike and see what the voltage is whne running at around 2000 RPM. ... | |
| 98 Softail | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking at a 98 Softail with 48K mi. It runs very good and hasn't had problems. Should I assume ... A: I cant give you a price on repair, due to the fact that prices are different all over the country ... | |
| Removing Speedo on 93 Heritage | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: Can you provide some instructions on how to remove the speedo? The lighting has failed and the ... A: Remove the cowling over the speedo. There is a nut on top of it. If the odometer reset is in the way ... | |
| 97 sportster 883 | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: I came down a hill at night low on fuel. Before I could switch to reserve, engine stalled. What was ... A: Running ouot of fuel shouldnt have anything to do with the lights going off. They should have stayed ... | |
| 81 ironhead oilpump | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: i cannot get oil to the return line.--- 1.the oil pump gear is worn down about 3 mm(not all the ... A: You sure you have your measurement right? 3mm is about 1/8 of a inch. Generally, the gear doesnt ... | |
| 2002 FLSTS-I Exaust question | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: I have the bike mentioned above and it has true dual exaust. Everyone tells me to get rid of the ... A: First, keep the true duals. They perform better than stock. On the sound, you can just change out ... | |
| Where to start | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: Im in 11th grade and i want to work on Harleys and be a part of building them. I live in Wisconsin ... A: Since your in school right now, I would take a automotive repair class if you have one. That will ... | |
| Replacing Rocker cover gasket | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1998 FLSTC Evo. Noticed oil leaking from rear rocker cover. What are the steps necessary ... A: If you are planning on working on your own bike you should purchase a service manual. It will really ... | |
| rear brakes on a '97 heritage | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: i'm looking at this for a friend.no brake action at the rear wheel whatsoever.haven't found a rear ... A: Follow the brake line from the pedel back and you will see the master cylinder. Remove the cover and ... | |
| hot harley | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: Mike, I would like to know if heat will affect the starter? My 95 softail starts fine most of the ... A: First, check at the battery to make sure the bike is fully charging. At 2000 RPMs you should be ... | |
| oil leaking out | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1976 sportster 1000. My question is it has been sitting for awhile with no gas in it as to ... A: There is a ball in the oil pump that is held down with a spring and is suppose to keep oil from ... | |
| S&S carb kits | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: Okay looking at the good ol JP cycles catalog and came across these carb kits. There are some ... A: You need to get the complete kit, otherwise you cant mount it. It will not mount to your intake ... | |
| 1200 sportster | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: i have oilcomming out my carbrator, any ideas A: Your bike is vented to the air filter back plate. When the bike is running air from the motor go ... | |
| extended front end for 1989 FXRS | 10/4/2008 |
| Q: I would like to extend the front end of my 1989 fxrs low rider. The stock front end looks pussified. ... A: You can do that, but all you will do is raise the front end off the ground more. You can add neck ... | |
| When to do a re-build | 10/4/2008 |
| Q: I've got an 06 883l with about 11,000 miles on it now. At what point would you consider a re-build? ... A: A rebuild is when you remove the engine, tear it apart mic all the parts and replace whats needed. ... | |
| Winterizing Bike for Storage | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: When preparing to store a motorcycle for the cold winter months around the great lakes, which is the ... A: Fill the tank all the way. Start the bike, shut the petcock off and let it run until it runs out of ... | |
| 91 FLSTC | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: I am replacing my crane coil for the 2nd time, it keeps cracking on me, i think its from the cover.. ... A: Coils crack from overheating from holding to much juice. Make sure you dont leave the ignition on, ... | |
| 883-1200 conversion | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: I own a 1995 883 sportster and thinking of putting a 1200 kit in it. If this is done will the stock ... A: That is going to depend on what cam, exhaust and air boxyou are running. Your best bet is to install ... | |
| Evo FXR Gearbox? | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: Bike specs are: 1986 Evo FXR with stock heads and barrels. Does have an EV35 cam, Mikuni HS40 and ... A: Your problem is either a broken shifter spring or the spacing on the gear or a bent shifter dog. If ... | |
| engine ping | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: I own an 05 FLHTCI with SE Stage 1 pipes, breather,& HD download. no problem. this season, I went to ... A: Personnally, I dont use either one. I reprogram the ECM that is on the bike. Either one you are ... | |
| is this mechanic going to rip me off? | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I live in a pretty rural area of Massachusetts and getting your bike fixed out here is hell. ... A: Its really hard for me to say whether he is goign to rip you off or not. I do know some really small ... | |
| winter storage | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: hi there mike listen i would like to knowor just put 0my mind at ease do i have to put gas ... A: you dont have to put any oil in the heads. It will stay oily enough. Start the bike and let it warm ... | |
| 72 ironhead clutch cable | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I just got a chrome primary cover for my 72 sportster. How do I change out the clutch cable, when I ... A: remove the primary after draining the oil. Screw the adjuster on the cable all the way and remove ... | |
| starter/wide glide | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: how do you remove a starter from a 1997 Dyna wide glide? A: First disconnect the battery. To remove the stater you will have to remove the primary cover, motor ... | |
| 1979 fxs push rod adjustment | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: what is the process for adjustment, no nothing about the the engine, so i need help in this area , ... A: Remove the pushrods and the tappets. At the bottom of the tappet you will see a hole. Push a wire in ... | |
| Harley FLH 1972 clutch | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: My clutch on the bike is slipping when giving full throttle/high acceleration around 4000 rpm . Its ... A: Remove the adjustment from your clutches. Tighten up the nuts ont he springs about 1 to 1 1/2 turns ... | |
| 1994 Fatboy | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: Can you please tell me how to remove the speedometer to take a look at the connection? I've removed ... A: The knob has to come off. There is a small screw inside that has to be removed and then the know ... | |