How do you start a motorcycle after sitting in the winter?

How do you start a motorcycle after sitting in the winter?

To start a motorcycle that has been sitting, you’ll first need to charge/change the battery. Next you’ll need to change the oil, replace the gas, and examine the carburetor and jets to make sure they’re not clogged. After these have been checked, you can attempt to start the motorcycle.

Are there any weaknesses in a Harley Davidson Softail?

Few weaknesses on the latest Harley-Davidson Softail Standard motorcycles. They tend to be well cared for playthings with modest mileages. Be wary of any used motorcycle with heavy corrosion – these aren’t winter commuters and white fur on the alloy or rust ruins the Harley-Davidson Softail Standard’s handsome looks and slashes value.

When did the Harley Davidson Softail come out?

The Harley-Davidson Softail Standard has classic Harley looks and technology for the custom fan who wants the authentic American experience. The Softail family has concealed rear suspension for a hard-core ‘hardtail’ look. The Harley-Davidson Softail Standard was discontinued for 2007.

Why is my Harley Davidson Ultra Classic not starting?

I have a 2010 ultra classic with ABS. It is not starting. The battery voltage is 12.75 off the battery. When I turn the main switch on, I get a drop to 12.5, and when the kill switch is turned on, I get a drop to 12.38. The self test goes out and hit the start switch with nothing – no volt drop, no starter engage, no nothing. DEAD.

How big are the forks on a Harley Davidson Softail?

Harley-Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom: Another traditional Harley fan’s piece of heaven. It’s much more chopper inspired than the Harley-Davidson Softail Standard – bobtail fender, wide 200mm rear end and factory ape hangers combine with a laced chrome front wheel and forks raked out to 21”.

What kind of starter does a 1998 Softail have?

Harley-Davison equipped the 1998 Softail Custom models with a Japanese made Nippon-Denso type starter. A common case houses the starter and starter solenoid, which prevents the replacement of the starter or the solenoid independent of each other.

What does Softail mean on a Harley Davidson?

Harley Davidson Softail will not crank refers to when the crankshaft will not turn so as to start the engine. In other words, not only will the Softail engin… Harley Davidson Softail will not crank refers to when the crankshaft will not turn so as to start the engine.

I have a 2010 ultra classic with ABS. It is not starting. The battery voltage is 12.75 off the battery. When I turn the main switch on, I get a drop to 12.5, and when the kill switch is turned on, I get a drop to 12.38. The self test goes out and hit the start switch with nothing – no volt drop, no starter engage, no nothing. DEAD.

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