Why does my Harley pop when starting?
When the Harley is backfiring with the stock exhaust system still intact, it might signal the exhaust pipe weakening or the muffler is malfunctioning. During backfires, unburnt fuel goes out through the exhaust valve on deceleration. The fuel ignites and causes the popping sound.
Why does my Harley Davidson Dyna Glide make a ticking noise?
The lifters should pump up with oil as oil pressure builds and the noise should go away after the bike has run a bit. If ticking lifters persist at all times, Harley suggest that the oil pressure be checked while the bike is running. Excessively high or excessively low oil pressure has been known to cause lifter problems.
Why is my 07 Street Glide so hard to start?
Discussion in ‘ Touring Models ‘ started by dwireman, Sep 4, 2009 . I am having a problem with my 07 Street Glide. On cold starts, the engine usually fires right up, but after reaching operating temperatures or when on the hot side, I occasionally have a hard time getting the bike to start.
What kind of engine noise does a Harley Davidson make?
A quality oil suited to the environmental conditions in which your bike is operated can greatly reduce the characteristic ticks and clatters. Many individuals will experience some form of piston slap in their Harley engines. This noise will often have a low-pitched metal to metal tapping sound as the piston rocks back and forth in the cylinder.
What should I do when starting my Harley Davidson?
Pull the iac valve & clean the pintle & seat of crud . When starting the engine should rev high before returning to idle .Pull the throttle a little if it starts quickly and you have already cleaned it you’ll need a new iac or just keep cracking the I.A.C. to start . A internet long distance guess ! Bud
What causes engine noise in Harley Davidson Dyna Glide?
If you haven’t figured it out yet, a twisted or slipped crank is a serious issue. The twisted crankshaft often occurs after engine performance modifications; however, aggressive acceleration, deceleration, and high revving burnouts with stock motors have been known to cause the issue as well.
Discussion in ‘ Touring Models ‘ started by dwireman, Sep 4, 2009 . I am having a problem with my 07 Street Glide. On cold starts, the engine usually fires right up, but after reaching operating temperatures or when on the hot side, I occasionally have a hard time getting the bike to start.
What makes a Harley Davidson twin cam engine make noise?
Often referred to as the ‘Achilles Heel’ of the Twin Cam engine are the spring loaded cam chain tensioners on pre-2007 models. At one time, Harley had used gear driven cams, but to cut down on noise, reverted to a silent timing chain setup as used in many car engines.
Why does my Harley Davidson make a ticking noise?
If you are hearing an engine noise, chances are it is emanating from the valvetrain. If your are hearing an abnormal clattering or ticking noise, chances are it is a lifter. The twin cam engine uses hydraulic lifters, which are able to compensate for heat expansion and normal valvetrain wear.