Can a Harley Davidson engine have excessive primary fluid?
A friend of mine had the same thing happen BUT was Low on oil in the engine, saying to me that IT didn’t Burn oil and when he checked the primary, found it FULL like yours. Engine oil… He had to replace the engine /primary seal to correct the problem.
How does a primary oil leak work on a Harley Davidson?
How to Fix a Primary Oil Leak on a Harley. Harley-Davidson motorcycles use a chain-driven primary system to transmit power from the engine sprocket to the clutch housing. Drive plates in the clutch pack engage the plates in the clutch pack to drive the primary shaft in the transmission.
What happens if your engine oil is 1 / 2 quart low?
Have you found that your engine oil is 1/2 quart low? The reason I ask is that on an older EVO motor, engine oil can migrate from the engine crank seal into the primary when the seal starts to fail. I don’t know if an overfilled primary will actually hurt anything, although it will put unneccessary drag on primary components.
How much oil to put in primary drive during oil change?
The owners manual for my Superglide says 26 oz. in the oil change instuctions, then 32 oz. in the fluid capacities chart on another page. I saw your reply to this and have another question. I am also new to the TC motor. I have an 04 FLHT. I did my first service. I put almost 40 oz’s in the primary drive after draining it.
A friend of mine had the same thing happen BUT was Low on oil in the engine, saying to me that IT didn’t Burn oil and when he checked the primary, found it FULL like yours. Engine oil… He had to replace the engine /primary seal to correct the problem.
How to Fix a Primary Oil Leak on a Harley. Harley-Davidson motorcycles use a chain-driven primary system to transmit power from the engine sprocket to the clutch housing. Drive plates in the clutch pack engage the plates in the clutch pack to drive the primary shaft in the transmission.
Have you found that your engine oil is 1/2 quart low? The reason I ask is that on an older EVO motor, engine oil can migrate from the engine crank seal into the primary when the seal starts to fail. I don’t know if an overfilled primary will actually hurt anything, although it will put unneccessary drag on primary components.
Can a overfilled primary cause engine oil to leak?
The reason I ask is that on an older EVO motor, engine oil can migrate from the engine crank seal into the primary when the seal starts to fail. I don’t know if an overfilled primary will actually hurt anything, although it will put unneccessary drag on primary components. Click to expand… 89stroker is right on here.
What makes a Harley Davidson Sportster a rough ride?
Sportsters usually get knocked for having a somewhat rough ride, and the Custom’s short-travel suspension make its limitations known on the freeway as well as on jacked-up city streets.
What should I change on my Harley Davidson Sportster?
The easiest fix would be to swap out the deeply dished bucket for a flatter perch (unless you’re touring) like Le Pera’s Daytona Daddy Long Legs saddle; even tweaking handlebar positioning could make a difference.
What kind of engine does a Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 have?
The latest incarnation of the Custom throws out a fairly thick front end with a 130mm front tire and 39mm fork to accompany the tried-and-true 1,202cc, air-cooled, overhead-valve Evolution engine, which put out 57.8 hp and 66.8 pound-feet of torque on our dyno last year.
How do you drain oil out of a Harley Davidson?
1. Remove oil filler cap again and visually check for oil in the tank. 2. “If oil is not visible in the tank”, install the filler cap. If the oil pressure lamp stays lit after starting engine, immediately shut the engine off. 5. Start and idle the engine for 30 seconds. Stop the engine.
Where did the oil go in my Sportster?
As others have said your 05 just drained all the oil into the sump. There is a check valve that’s supposed to prevent this, it’s a simple ball check and there may be a piece of grit holding it open. It may then flush into the filter and you’ll never have another problem with sumping.
Do you need to drain the fuel tank on a Sportster?
In order to service the fuel filter on your Sportster, you’ll need to drain the fuel tank. Bob demonstrates the best way to do this using a MityVac and a gasoline can.
Why is there oil in the sump on my Harley Davidson?
If the motor is run daily or every few days, there will likely be oil in the tank. However, if the motor is not run for weeks, oil will slowly leak past the check valve and into the sump. That is why the instructions you included suggest looking in the tank.