When did the Sportster clutch issues found me?
Discussion in ‘ Sportster Models ‘ started by jterby, Jul 1, 2010 . Hi everyone. I just thought I’d post a quick…look what happened to my bike message. I had some clutch adjustment issues recently, and have now found the problem. I did the typical stuff that is suggested on this site. I bought the service manual.
Which is easier to adjust Sportster clutch or Big Twin?
By the way the clutch on the sporty is easier to adjust than the big twin. Derby cover keeps the adjuyster in place not a set nut. Now one thought, what handlbar levers on on the bike?
Can a sport bike have a clutch problem?
They are ALL, MUCH smoother and do not present the 1200 problem in take-off and clutch work… This is why a lot of riders especially Women Like the 883 better in a sport bike and then Hubby can soup it up to a 1200 and Keep the NICE Lower LOW Geared, smoother take off of the 883… It is Just That Way.
How much does it cost to replace stock clutch on Sportster?
I just thought I should give the heads up to everyone to watch out for slipping or dragging on the stock clutches. If it does, get in there and change out those weak parts to steel or whatever and move on. It’ll be cheap at that point…like $40.
Discussion in ‘ Sportster Models ‘ started by jterby, Jul 1, 2010 . Hi everyone. I just thought I’d post a quick…look what happened to my bike message. I had some clutch adjustment issues recently, and have now found the problem. I did the typical stuff that is suggested on this site. I bought the service manual.
I just thought I should give the heads up to everyone to watch out for slipping or dragging on the stock clutches. If it does, get in there and change out those weak parts to steel or whatever and move on. It’ll be cheap at that point…like $40.
When did the clutch issues on my Nightster start?
My bike is a 2008 Nightster and my issues started between 15,??? -16,200 miles on the Od. I took it to a smaller custom barely shop, to try and save some $$$. They said they would try the adjustments first and if nothing improved would look inside.
My bike is a 2008 Nightster and my issues started between 15,??? -16,200 miles on the Od. I took it to a smaller custom barely shop, to try and save some $$$. They said they would try the adjustments first and if nothing improved would look inside.
Why does my primary case on my Harley make a rattling noise?
The other day I returned it to the dealer for a rattling/banging noise in the primary case. The dealer confirmed the noise and said that it is probably the compensator nut. They took the bike in, disassembled the primary and did not find anything wrong.
How many RPM does a Sportster bike turn?
With those pulleys the engine turns 2700 rpm at 55 MPH, 3150 rpm at 65 MPH, and a whopping 3650 rpm at 75 MPH. I have done the test ride suggested above and determined that the bike cruises with acceptable smoothness (to me) between 2500 and 3100 rpm.
How many horsepower does a stock 1200 Sportster have?
If a Sportster has 29-tooth front and 61-tooth rear belt pulleys, like most stock 1200’s, the engine will be turning 2500 rpm at 55 MPH, 2950 rpm at 65 MPH and 3400 rpm at 75 MPH. Change to a 55-tooth rear pulley, keeping the 29-tooth front pulley, and the engine will be turning 2250 rpm at 55 MPH, 2650 rpm at 65 MPH, and 3050 rpm at 75 mph.
Which is better an 883cc or 1200cc Sportster?
One point that is worth making at the outset is that typically an 883cc Sportster vibrates less than a 1200cc model. While I appreciate the performance of the various 1200 Sportsters, if you intend to tour on a Sportster and ride solo, consider an 883 unless you feel you really need the extra power of the 1200cc motor.
When did the Harley Davidson XL1200 Sportster come out?
1995: Harley-Davidson XL1200 Sportster introduced, replacing the XLH1200. 1997: New sealed battery. 1998: Harley-Davidson XL1200 Sportster gets new diagnostic port for oil pump. 2000: Uprated disc brakes and seat. Harley-Davidson XL1200S Sportster: ‘Sportier’ member of the 1200 family.
By the way the clutch on the sporty is easier to adjust than the big twin. Derby cover keeps the adjuyster in place not a set nut. Now one thought, what handlbar levers on on the bike?
They are ALL, MUCH smoother and do not present the 1200 problem in take-off and clutch work… This is why a lot of riders especially Women Like the 883 better in a sport bike and then Hubby can soup it up to a 1200 and Keep the NICE Lower LOW Geared, smoother take off of the 883… It is Just That Way.
Can a Harley Davidson 883 be bored out to 1200?
If your Sportster is an 883 and built before 2008, it can be bored out to 1200 using the existing cylinders and a set of 1200 conversion pistons. This will give you a 40% increase in power and cost around $450 DIY on top of the budget given above or $1,000 fitted.
What’s the problem with the clutch on a Harley?
Your problem is probably somewhere in your shift selector, shift linkage, or clutch assembly/adjustment. You mentioned replacing your clutch spring plate. Did this problem exist before the spring plate came apart?