Where is the speed sensor on a Harley Davidson Sportster?

Where is the speed sensor on a Harley Davidson Sportster?

Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 and 1200 models use a special sensor to detect the motorcycle’s speed, providing greater accuracy than the steel cable used on earlier models. This vehicle speed sensor is attached to the engine’s crankcase, behind the rear cylinder and the starter motor.

Is the Harley Davidson XL883 XL1200 manual free?

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What is the manual for a Harley Davidson Sportster?

The Cyclepedia Press LLC 1991-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 and Sportster 1200 online service manual features detailed full-color photographs and wiring diagrams, complete specifications with step-by-step procedures performed and written by a professional technician.

When does the security key appear on a Harley Davidson?

Discussion in ‘ General Harley Davidson Topic ‘ started by Swahealy, Apr 26, 2009 . A red security key appears shortly after I start the bike up (2-3) seconds. Everything seems to be fine with the bike. Why the light and how do I get rid of it?

Why is the speedometer on my Sportster not working?

The voltage constantly changes while your Sportster is moving and is displayed as your current speed on your speedometer. If the magnet cracks due to a bump in the road or becomes covered in metal shavings that originate inside the transmission, the signal will loose its accuracy.

What happens when you disconnect battery on Harley Davidson Sportster?

Disconnecting the negative battery cable protects your Sportster from accidental electrical arcing that can occur when a tool contacts a positively charged wire and ground. This creates sparks and can damage electrical components. Refer to the article: Harley Davidson Sportster: How to Replace Battery for detailed instructions.

What should the calibration number be on a speedometer?

Diagnostics cannot be performed if system voltage is less than 9 VDC or greater than 16 VDC. The only exception is d08 which is set when system voltage is greater than 16 VDC. After all the diagnostic codes are displayed, the speedometer calibration number is displayed (CAL 14 for example).

Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 and 1200 models use a special sensor to detect the motorcycle’s speed, providing greater accuracy than the steel cable used on earlier models. This vehicle speed sensor is attached to the engine’s crankcase, behind the rear cylinder and the starter motor.

The voltage constantly changes while your Sportster is moving and is displayed as your current speed on your speedometer. If the magnet cracks due to a bump in the road or becomes covered in metal shavings that originate inside the transmission, the signal will loose its accuracy.

Do you need a speedometer on a Harley Davidson?

While not always required, not having one isn’t a very good idea. Although a faulty speedometer can be a bummer, diagnosis and repair of a non-operational speedometer is among the easiest problems to fix on your hog.

Diagnostics cannot be performed if system voltage is less than 9 VDC or greater than 16 VDC. The only exception is d08 which is set when system voltage is greater than 16 VDC. After all the diagnostic codes are displayed, the speedometer calibration number is displayed (CAL 14 for example).