How does a bike die while going 40 mph?
But other than that it just doesn’t make sense how the bike just shuts off completely speedo / electric and engine dies while going 40 mph. After I safely made a complete stop I was able to fire her back up no problem. Finishing running an errand and while accelerating up to ~35 it dies for about 2 secs and regains power.
Why did my bike die while running errands?
Finishing running an errand and while accelerating up to ~35 it dies for about 2 secs and regains power. After taking a left and upon decelerating at a light dies out completely again. Luckily I was able to make it home in time.. I’ve had the bikes electrics die out in the past due to a short in the rear light but that’s since been fixed..
What kind of bike just dies while riding?
2009 Nightster, no problems riding this whole week. On Saturday I did take off the airbox to adjust the throttle and rebled the master cylinder / brake line. But other than that it just doesn’t make sense how the bike just shuts off completely speedo / electric and engine dies while going 40 mph.
What to do if your Dyna bike won’t start?
Apparently, starter issues are quite common on various Dyna models, so if yours is in need of replacement, see How to Replace Starter. If you are in a bind and your starter motor is acting up, a quick tap of the solenoid with a hammer or similar small object can sometimes free the starter to start the bike.
Why does my Dyna Glide not start up?
Surprisingly, a faulty fuel gauge has caught numerous owners off-guard, and upon refilling the tank, the bike has started right up. If your bike is a carbureted model and you are not getting any fuel, chances are the carb is gummed up and the jets are not flowing any fuel. A quick disassembly and cleaning is often an easy fix. Figure 7.
What should the voltage be on a Harley Davidson Dyna Glide?
Use a voltmeter to measure the available voltage at the battery. A battery that is 100% charged will have approximately 12.6 volts, whereas a battery with a 0% charge will read 11.8 volts or lower. If your battery is low, charge the battery on a setting no higher than five amps for a few hours.
Why does my Softail Deluxe bike run weird?
Mine would do the exact same thing, its a 2007 softail deluxe. It turned out the battery to be the problem. The reason its intermittent is the bike will start running weird in other words it would take a charge but if for some reason that charge did not hold for long the bike will start running weird again.
When did my bike die at a red light?
Now today (Friday), start it up about 2-3 miles into my 10 mile trip to work, I’m in bumper to bumper traffic, in neutral at a red light just waiting and the bike completely dies similar to what happened Wednesday just this time I wasn’t even touching anything or even in motion.
What are the electrical problems on a Harley Davidson?
Source the root of your Harley Davidson Touring’s electrical problems with our diagnostics and guides here. Weak headlights, starter issues, check engine lights and faulty spark plugs and wires a … re all symptoms of electrical issues in your bike.
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.
What causes a Harley Davidson to lose all power?
This can be caused by a loose neck or loose spokes (models w/spoke rims). Check your neck and tighten if nessacary. Also, can be caused by a bad wheel bearing. My first thought would be to load test the battery. 10v is low and if it he only gets a clicking when trying to start, that’s one sign of a bad battery.
Why does my bike stop after 20 minutes?
My bike will run for about 20 minutes or so, then start losing power and missing and sputtering. Then it stops. I wait 2 minutes, and it runs again for another 20 or so minutes. It’s not the fuel valve (tried normal and Reserve), and it’s not the plugs or wires (runs fine when running).
When was the last time my Harley died?
Yesterday (Thursday) I road her to work, going out after work, and home (~40mi) just fine, nothing out of the ordinary. Figured I was in the clear and it was just some freaky coincidence the day before
Why does my car run for 20 minutes and then stops?
It sounds like a fuel starvation problem caused by a partial vacuum in the fuel tank. This could be caused by a blocked/kinked vent hose somewhere. I would check it out by putting the spare key in the fuel cap and go for a ride.
How many times can a Harley Davidson go 60 mph?
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How many times can you run a quarter mile on a Harley?
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How many times has my bike shut off while riding?
Two or three times it has shut off long enough for me to coast to side of road and re-start WITHOUT cycling run/off switch–I just hit start. Last time was in middle of intersection when I was starting from stop. Took a little more for it to start that time but normally starts right up.
What causes a V-twin bike to shut off while riding?
Intermittent cutting out. Turns out it WAS the cylinder head temp sensor. This issue lasted almost a year without throwing a code a drove me nuts. It kills the bike by falsely telling the ECM the bike is too hot, which in turn then shuts the bike down.