How much oil does IronHead take?

Winter Riding Tip: run about 1/2 to a quart low, so that the oil warms up faster. If you use your bike to go across town, or real short trips, a quart low is good. If your going to work every day and it’s between 30 and 60 miles one way a 1/2 quart is good. Warm oil does it’s job much better than cold oil.

Are IronHeads reliable?

They are rudimentry and easy to work on and a well maintained one is as reliable as anything else. This is exactly my experience. Look at my sticky “IronHead Maintenance Schedule”. The IronHeads do require a lot more maintenance than virtually any other bike you may choose.

What to do when oil wells up on Ironhead?

Put a clean container under the breather and just pour the oil back into the tank. Question: I have a 74 Ironhead, I changed out the head gaskets, the lower engine ones and decided to put new rings in. Now after about 15 minutes of running oil wells up over the push rod covers. Any ideas? Answer: Too much oil or too much pressure in the crankcase.

What are the different types of Ironhead engines?

An Ironhead engine build can be broken down into several categories. These include the top end, bottom end, transmission, clutch, carb/fuel, oil pump, and electrics (distributor, generator).

Can a push rod be removed from an Ironhead engine?

Ironhead cam removal is easier when the four push rods are removed, although the tappets can just be loosened to remove them. Old Sportsters do not have as close tolerances as modern engines have, but cam clearance should be set to factory specs if not a tad bit looser.

What’s the minimum clearance for an Ironhead engine?

If you swap your cam cover with a new one, or change your cams, always check the clearances. The factory service manual calls for .0005″ to .002″ minimum clearance. Maximum cam end play is not as important (.001″ to .006″). Ironhead cam removal is easier when the four push rods are removed, although the tappets can just be loosened to remove them.

What to use to clean threads on ironheadcycle?

Get a couple of the big swingarm bearing retainer jamb nuts, make sure the threads are good, clean them up with a thread file if need be. Get something sharp and pointy and drag it through the thread valleys on the swing arm, you’ll be sort of re-cutting the threads by hand.

Where is the oil feed on an IH?

Oil feed from the tank is on the lower rear of the oil pump (3/8“ hose fitting). Oil return to the tank is on the upper front of the oil pump (3/8” hose fitting). Vent line from the oil tank is on the rear of the cam cover (1/4“ hose 90° fitting).

Where is the oil filler hole on an IH?

Oil filler hole is on the rear side of the tank. Triangle shaped side, has threaded 90° fittings on the left front side for 1/4“ oil sight tube. Oil spout is on the top of the tank beside the 90° fitting for the 1/4” vent hose. “AMF” transfer decal on the left side. Drain plug (704) on (L) bottom of tank. Triangle shaped side.

How much oil does Ironhead take?

How do I check transmission fluid levels in a Sportster 883?

The Sportster 883 is a motorcycle made by Harley Davidson. The transmission fluid is part of the bike’s oil system. You need to checking the fluid level periodically to ensure the engine runs smoothly. The job takes a good deal of time because it isn’t readily accessible. You must open up the primary housing on the motor to get to it.

How to change oil on a Harley Davidson Sportster?

Tighten the the hose clamp with a flathead screwdriver. Using a funnel, fill the oil tank with 3 quarts of oil. Although capacity of the engine is 3.5 quarts, you only use 3 quarts when replacing oil. Start up your engine and let it idle for about a minute.

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.

Where is the oil cap on a Harley Davidson?

Remove the oil cap, this can be found on the right side of the motorcycle just below the seat. This releases pressure and will allow the oil to drain more easily. Unlike other motorcycles, the Harley Sportster Evolution engine uses an oil drain tube, if you don’t have an oil drain tube, these aren’t the right instructions.

What was the oil capacity on a 1980 Sportster?

In 1980 and 1981, a new, spin-on oil filter was mounted to a bracket behind motor. Oil capacity was 3 quarts. In 1982 to early 1984, the oil filter was moved to the left front motor mount bracket. Oil capacity increased to 4 quarts. This year the Sportster got a new seat and less restrictive exhaust system.

How to check the oil level on a Sportster?

sportster oil level 1 Position motorcycle so that it is leaning on jiffy stand. 2 Remove filler cap. See Removing and Replacing Oil Filler Cap above. Wipe attached dipstick clean. Reinstall oil… 3 Remove oil filler cap again and check oil level on dipstick. More

When did the gas tank change on a Sportster?

In 1982 to early 1984, the oil filter was moved to the left front motor mount bracket. Oil capacity increased to 4 quarts. This year the Sportster got a new seat and less restrictive exhaust system. Buyers had an option of having the traditional “peanut” gas tank or a larger 3.3 gallon tank.

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