Is there a problem with my 05 Sportster?
I have a 05 sportster that misfires..intermittent..idling..stalling… Second opinion] Sounds like there is an issue when the rpms are low on the bike. Sounds like the engine misfires or skips … read more
Why does my Harley Davidson bike run hot?
Bike is running hot. Discussion in ‘ Sportster Models ‘ started by RideTheLightning, Jul 28, 2010 . Hey guys I am trying to figure out what is up with my bike. It seems to run hotter than it should. I’ll be sitting at a stop light and it becomes extremely uncomfortable on the exhaust side of the bike because it’s hot.
What kind of engine does a 2005 Sportster have?
2005 CRF 450X starts and runs rough with choke on will not idle with choke off. Engine will rev with choke on when choke off pops and sputters exhaust pipe gets hot and will start turning red. New plu … read more I just bought an ”05 Sportster, but I can”t keep running when i”m stopped.
What causes a Harley Davidson Sportster to misfire?
the mis is a lean mis-fire. it is a common Harley glitch due to the cam timing and intake flow with the siamesed intake. the front cylinder runs leaner (hotter) than the rear, but the rear cylinder has tendancy to have a lean mis-fire. with the engine at idle, spray carb cleaner on the intake seals.
What was the RPM of a Harley Davidson Sportster in 1980?
While the 1980’s brought us high-revving, multi-cylinder motorcycles with 10,000 red-lines, the Harley-Davidson Sportster was still getting it done at 5,500 rpm. Accelerating anywhere above 2,000 rpm, down-shifting was not really necessary.
When did the ironhead Sportster engine come out?
With production trimmed in anticipation of the new aluminum-head Evolution engine, less than 7,000 Sportsters were built in 1985. The Ironhead Sportster, arguably the loudest and meanest-sounding V-twin ever, enjoyed a 28-year production run. Long live the Ironhead!
What was the change in a Sportster in 1982?
Among other changes, 1982 models were fitted with a stronger and lighter frame. This allowed the battery and oil tank to be repositioned. New handlebar controls were welcomed, along with better quality wiring. To comply with federal emission regulations, engine compression was lowered from 9.0:1 to 8.8:1.
When did the gas tank change on a Sportster?
In 1982 to early 1984, the oil filter was moved to the left front motor mount bracket. Oil capacity increased to 4 quarts. This year the Sportster got a new seat and less restrictive exhaust system. Buyers had an option of having the traditional “peanut” gas tank or a larger 3.3 gallon tank.
Why does throttle control go away on my Harley?
Guess what same problem. Runs fine then engine light comes on and throttle response is dangerous. I shut her down and wait and it goes away for awhile. It keeps rearing its ugly head. Also it disables the cruise control when it acts up.
Why does my motorcycle go back to idle when I let go?
If there is one, adjust it to ensure your throttle has all the space it needs to twist back and forth without any obstruction. If you have a carburetor, there is a spring that is pulled on it when the throttle is twisted. This is used to spring back the throttle into the idle position when it is let go or released.
Where is the idle speed adjuster on a 1986 Sportster?
Figure 1. Typical 1986 Sportster. The idle speed adjuster screw is on the right-hand side of the carburetor, at the top of the throttle cable quadrant and just to the left of the cable as it runs out of the cable bracket down to the quadrant. It has a spring around the threads to stop it from coming undone.
I have a 05 sportster that misfires..intermittent..idling..stalling… Second opinion] Sounds like there is an issue when the rpms are low on the bike. Sounds like the engine misfires or skips … read more
How do you readjust the throttle cable on a Harley?
Bob demonstrates step-by-step the proper way to readjust the throttle cable on your Harley Softail or Dyna by first adjusting the pull open cable. Then he shows you how to remove and clean or replace the air-cleaning element, and finally how to install Harley’s newest model of their fuel-injected carburetor.
2005 CRF 450X starts and runs rough with choke on will not idle with choke off. Engine will rev with choke on when choke off pops and sputters exhaust pipe gets hot and will start turning red. New plu … read more I just bought an ”05 Sportster, but I can”t keep running when i”m stopped.
What causes a cylinder to misfire at idle speed?
Ignition Misfires Photo 2: To prevent cylinder misfires at idle speed, some ignition systems fire each spark plug twice, producing a “double-strike” waveform. Intermittent ignition misfires can be caused by faulty spark plugs, spark plug wires, ignition coils and ignition coil drivers located in the ECM.
Why does my Harley Davidson engine stall at idle?
If the battery will start the bike, it is not the reason the engine stalls at idle. You may have a dirty IAC (Intake Air Controller). They get gummed up and will cause stalliing, especially on a warm engine. There is self help tip on how to clean it. Sounds like intake leak if it wants to stall after warm up.
the mis is a lean mis-fire. it is a common Harley glitch due to the cam timing and intake flow with the siamesed intake. the front cylinder runs leaner (hotter) than the rear, but the rear cylinder has tendancy to have a lean mis-fire. with the engine at idle, spray carb cleaner on the intake seals.
If the battery will start the bike, it is not the reason the engine stalls at idle. You may have a dirty IAC (Intake Air Controller). They get gummed up and will cause stalliing, especially on a warm engine. There is self help tip on how to clean it. Sounds like intake leak if it wants to stall after warm up.
What causes a P0300 to misfire at idle?
Looks like the 2nd drive cycle is when it throws it’s codes. Let it idle for a minute, and it kicked back a P0300, random misfire. After saying a few choice words, I took a walk and picked up 6 new plugs and the socket, best case scenario, I’ll have some spare plugs and a coil pack for down the road.
Why does my Harley sputter at high speed?
SOURCE: bike sputters at mid to high speed. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. Hey Tom, gonna try and help ya here…typical vapor lock/overheating is what your describing and i sure hear a lot of it w/harleys…are you using a very high grade synthetic oil , like castrol Syntec Actevo ? are you filling up w/ premium gasoline ?
Why does my Harley Davidson bike not start?
If you can start the bike this way; the start switch is probably bad, or a wire may be damaged. Let us know what you find. Sounds like you know what you are doing. You are not going to believe this – but – it was the battery in the key fob. The bike has to have a signal from the key fob before it will allow the bike to start.
What to do if your Sportster is not getting spark?
Open your gas cap and listen for a possible vapor lock condition. Ground your spark plugs to check for spark. If this problem began after you cleaned your carb, start looking in that area 1st.
How to check spark plugs on Harley Davidson Sportster?
Insert a spark tester into the wire and attach the tester to ground. Remove the fuel pump fuse. Refer to the article Fuse Box Information for fuse locations. Crank the engine and watch for spark. If spark is consistently present, the problem most likely lies with the spark plugs and you should continue to Step 2.
Why is my Harley Davidson Sportster not igniting?
One of the most common sources of electrical problems is the battery. Test the battery’s state of charge and current capacity by reading Step 2 of the article Electrical Diagnostic Guide. If no spark is present at the end of the spark plug wire, the air/fuel mixture cannot ignite.