What do you need for a Harley Davidson 1200cc conversion kit?
NRHS offers great value for their kit, which includes pistons, cylinders, rings, and a gasket kit. Their kits utilize special pistons to provide 10:1 compression without having to change the 883 heads to the 1200 version. For added performance though, they also offer special Thunderstorm or XB heads with special porting.
Can you convert 883 heads to 1250 Pistons?
HAMMER Performance provides a kit to do either. Here are some things to consider: The 1250 kitcomes with new, premium quality cylinders with extra thick iron liners to support the larger bore size. The 1250 kit is available with the basic conversion pistons only, for use with stock 883 heads.
Can you change the fuel mix on a Harley Davidson?
Changing the air cleaner, adding loud exhausts and adjusting the fuel mix is very easy on both carburetted and EFI (fuel injected) bikes, but different processes are used to change the fuel settings. Choosing which parts to fit can be a daunting task and the price range of available parts even more of a challenge.
Can a Harley Davidson 883 be converted to 1200cc?
If you are a biker on a budget, often times you can start with a used 883 very cheaply, and upgrade over time to something even better than a factory 1200cc motor. This article applies to the Harley Davidson Sportster (1994-2016). Maybe you bought your 883 Sportster for the initial lower cost compared to the XL1200.
When did the 883 and 1200 share the same crankshaft?
Since 1995, 883’s and 1200’s have shared the same crankshaft at any given model year. The crankshafts are balanced for a piston weight that’s in between a stock 883 piston and a stock 1200 piston.
Can a 883 engine be converted to a 1275?
Converting your 883 to a 1250 or 1275 is absolutely the most cost-effective way to add power to your bike. Nothing else even comes close on a dollar per horsepower basis. Converting your 883 is also a pretty simple operation, you can perform a conversion in a few hours without even removing the engine from the frame.