Can a Harley Davidson run at low speeds?
However, since I bought it the engine is not running well at low speeds. It basically runs fine under mild/strong acceleration or at full highway speed and seems to idle normally when the bike is started.
When did the speedometer go out on my 2007 heritage special?
Michael’s Reply: Purchased 2007 Heritage Special, August 2012 with 10,477 miles on it. The problem randomly while riding the 6th gear indicator will go out, the speedometer drops to “0”, odometer stays on but stops recording mileage, no codes are displayed.
What’s the average speed of a Harley Davidson?
It basically runs fine under mild/strong acceleration or at full highway speed and seems to idle normally when the bike is started. However, when cruising along about 25-30 mph (in either 2nd or 3rd gear) it is always misfiring and sputtering pretty bad now (had a little hint originally and definitely getting worse now).
However, since I bought it the engine is not running well at low speeds. It basically runs fine under mild/strong acceleration or at full highway speed and seems to idle normally when the bike is started.
Michael’s Reply: Purchased 2007 Heritage Special, August 2012 with 10,477 miles on it. The problem randomly while riding the 6th gear indicator will go out, the speedometer drops to “0”, odometer stays on but stops recording mileage, no codes are displayed.
What kind of engine does a Harley Davidson Heritage Softail have?
The 2002 MY Harley Davidson FLSTC/FLSTCI Heritage Softail Classic has, at its heart, an air-cooled, 1450cc, Twin Cam 88B V-Twin engine paired to a five-speed manual transmission and can produce 107…
Is the Harley Davidson Heritage a touring bike?
This bike was meant for cruising, for taking on the long haul Rider Magazine considers the Heritage Classic to be a genuine touring motorcycle and does what the manufacturer says it will do. We would hope so, as the 2011 Heritage represented the 25th anniversary of the original.
Can a Harley Davidson run just a little richer?
Click to expand… +1 on running a little richer, Harleys seem to run to lean from the factory. Unless your dumping to much fuel you should be fine. More information please.
What does 29mpg mean on a Harley Davidson?
Click to expand… One last suggestion to make an effort to tune the carb. 29mpg indicates a rich condition and if too rich, you could be washing the cylinder walls which will not help the break in process. (You must log in or sign up to reply here.)
Why does my WD40 engine run rough at idle?
RevTech thought it was likely an intake leak, but before I start making a mess with WD40 to check it out, wanted to get some feedback. It seems like an intake leak would make the bike run rough at idle too.
Why is my Harley Davidson Dyna Glide not starting?
If your battery voltage and connections are in good condition, but your engine is still refusing to turn over, the problem may be in the starter circuit. Perhaps the easiest place to begin is at the starter solenoid on the right side of the motorcycle.
Are there rear running lights on a Harley?
You don’t say anything about year but unless something has changed, rear turn signals on Harley’s have never been running lights unless you add the kit to make them so. Can’t figure it out. Brake light works, rear turns work, but no rear running lights.
Click to expand… +1 on running a little richer, Harleys seem to run to lean from the factory. Unless your dumping to much fuel you should be fine. More information please.
What should the cruising rpm be on a Harley Davidson?
I can’t seem to get comfortable with the correct cruising gear (5 speed tranny). Accelerating through the gears is no problem, but being in 4th gear @ 2800-3000 RPM’s gives me 60-65 MPH’s. This seems (slightly) sluggish at times, but O.K. most times.
When does a Harley Davidson engine misfire at low speeds?
However, when cruising along about 25-30 mph (in either 2nd or 3rd gear) it is always misfiring and sputtering pretty bad now (had a little hint originally and definitely getting worse now). After coming to a stop, the idle is a bit rough and sometimes the engine acts like it wants to cut out for a few seconds after which it seems to idle OK.
Where are the gears on a Harley Davidson?
In other words, the first gear is located below neutral and all higher gears are found above neutral on the shift lever. Most Harley-Davidsons are five-speed motorcycles, meaning there are five gears in total and four above neutral (a “one down, four up” shifting pattern).
What kind of shifting pattern does a Harley Davidson use?
Harley-Davidson shifting patterns always follow this model, whether they use a traditional shifting mechanism, which consists of a single lever used to upshift and downshift, or a heel-toe foot shifter, which allows the rider to upshift with their toe and downshift with their heel. Understanding D-Day: What Is the History of the Normandy Invasion?
Where is the shift lever on a Harley Davidson?
The shifting pattern on Harley-Davidson motorcycles is “one down, four up” (or “one down, five up” for six-speed bikes). In other words, the first gear is located below neutral and all higher gears are found above neutral on the shift lever.