Why does my fuel injected harley backfire?
What’s The Reason Harleys Backfire? Harley Davidsons backfire because of a little explosion in the intake or the exhaust. The emission of a Harley includes the exhaust system and how the bike burns its fuel. When a Harley has something wrong with the emission system or fuel flow, backfiring is most likely to occur.
Why does backfiring on a Harley Davidson cause a fire?
Excessive backfiring can also emit small flames from the exhaust, which can cause a fire. Many of the Harley-Davidson’s that have excessive backfiring have bad mileage because the fuel is being wasted. The fuel is supposed to be ignited inside the bike’s combustion chamber.
Can a fuel injected Harley be reprogrammed?
Discussion in ‘ General Harley Davidson Topic ‘ started by GimmeFuel, Sep 6, 2011 . I know that if there is a change in the exhaust or air-intake on a fuel injected bike, the fuel injection is simply reprogrammed. What would need to be done if I simply removed the baffels from stock exhaust pipes?
What happens when you backfill a Harley Davidson?
Although backfiring isn’t all that bad for a bike, it can cause other problems. When in a confined space, the backfiring can damage hearing. Excessive backfiring can also emit small flames from the exhaust, which can cause a fire. Many of the Harley-Davidson’s that have excessive backfiring have bad mileage because the fuel is being wasted.
Can you remove the baffels in a fuel injected bike?
Removing the baffles would essentially be the same as changing exhaust. Maybe even closer to drag pipes which may not perform how you want. As far as reprogramming you may want to consider adding a Dobeck EJK unit. I know that if there is a change in the exhaust or air-intake on a fuel injected bike, the fuel injection is simply reprogrammed.
What causes a Harley Davidson carburetor to backfire?
A lean air or fuel mixture from the carburetor of a Harley Davidson results from drastic changes in the pressure. Backfiring during acceleration typically signifies air in the intake system of a Harley Davidson.
What to do if your Harley Davidson backfires?
The best way to avoid excessive backfiring on a Harley Davidson is the regular maintenance of the bike. Regular maintenance includes cleaning the carburetor and the fuel injector nozzles. A lower-grade fuel may also result in excessive backfiring on a Harley.
What causes a Harley Davidson engine to ” fire “?
The engine is still spinning but the incoming fuel rate is very low, until just enough builds up in the combustion chamber to “fire” on the exhaust stroke of the engine. Don’t “change the plugs” like some people suggest, it’s a waste of time and money.
What kind of fuel injection does a 1995 Harley Davidson have?
1995 RK. Hmmm. Not sure this applies if you don’t have fuel injection. Can’t remember when HD put that on the touring bikes. If it does, check to see if you have convoluted tubing in your gas tank. It may have worn tiny pinholes through the tubing rubbing against the interior of the tank.