How is the idle level on a motorcycle set?
Setting the idle level. On the older motorcycles where a carburettor is mixing air and fuel, the idle level is set by a simple stop screv that prevents the throttle valves from closing completely, and you can simply turn this screw in or out to adjust the idle level.
How to read diagnostic trouble codes on a Harley Davidson Softail?
To access the codes on this system, leave the ignition off for 15 seconds. Press and hold the mute/power button, and then turn the ignition switch to accessories. Keep the mute button held as the system starts up and for three seconds after the warning screen appears. Press the accept option on the touchscreen, then select “DTC’s.”
Where is the data link on a Harley Davidson Softail?
Current 34 Loss of idle speed control IDLE AIR CONTROL Historic N/A Check engine light open/low NO CHECK ENGINE LAMP AT KEY ON or CHECK ENGINE LAMP ON CONTINUOUSLY Figure 2. This model’s data link connector is located under the seat.
Why does my bike not start when I give it throttle?
Check the carb diaphrams. If there is a slit of hole in the diaphram (s) the needle will not lift (giving it more fuel) when you roll on the throttle. Hold the diaphram up to a very bright light and look carefully. Also, if the air passages running up to the diaphram chamber are blocked, the slide will not lift.
When does idle come back to normal on a Harley Davidson?
Just seems to happen when I’ve been running at a fairly wide open throttle maintaining higher speeds for a while (fwy) or longer stints (catching all green lights) on the streets at a speed of about 45 or more. It always seems to come back to a normal idle after getting back into first gear when stopped, or when I start going again in 1st.
When to tune carburetor mixture on Harley Davidson?
Let the bike idle for no more than 5 minutes. With the engine warmed up and at idle you may now fine tune the idle mixture screw for optimal performance. Acquaint yourself with the adjustment screw location at the bottom rear of the carburetor prior to running the engine.
Check the carb diaphrams. If there is a slit of hole in the diaphram (s) the needle will not lift (giving it more fuel) when you roll on the throttle. Hold the diaphram up to a very bright light and look carefully. Also, if the air passages running up to the diaphram chamber are blocked, the slide will not lift.
Why is my Harley CV carburetor stalling after tuning?
Hesitation or stalling can sometimes occur after tuning or rebuilding your Harley CV carburetor or if your Harley carb has not been maintained. The following are common issues sometimes encountered after tuning or rebuilding a Harley CV carburetor.