Can a bad CKP cause a bike to backfire?
A malfunctioning CKP can cause the engine to backfire due to unburned fuel and hesitate when accelerating. The symptoms of a faulty CKP worsen when the bike is revved up. Contaminated fuel or bad spark plugs can also cause similar problems, so you may need to test the crank position sensor. Turn the key in the ignition to the “Off” position.
How does the CKP work on a Harley Davidson?
The CKP sends data to the motorcycle computer data center about the position and speed of the crankshaft, the ignition and fuel injection. A malfunctioning CKP can cause the engine to backfire due to unburned fuel and hesitate when accelerating.
Is there a recall on the Harley Davidson Road King?
In 2015, another recall issued by Harley-Davidson targeted its classic Road King model and other models from 2014 and 2015. This recall involved problems with the clutch system which won’t fully disengage. In the report, Harley-Davidson said this is the result of gas bubbles in the master cylinder clutch.
A malfunctioning CKP can cause the engine to backfire due to unburned fuel and hesitate when accelerating. The symptoms of a faulty CKP worsen when the bike is revved up. Contaminated fuel or bad spark plugs can also cause similar problems, so you may need to test the crank position sensor. Turn the key in the ignition to the “Off” position.
Where is the bad wire on a 2002 CVO Road King?
The wire that you found that was bad on that 2002 road king under your seat… Was that right beside the battery or do they have something to do with a relay near the battery? I have a 2002 CVO road king with a stage three stroker kit installed. When the dealership install the package the bike ran fine for period of time.
What causes a motorcycle to have no spark?
If it is determined that your motorcycle has no spark; do not just assume that the problem is your coil. There may be an underlying issue. You may have a dead short effecting voltage delivery to your coil. You may have a bad sensor, ECM or TSSM.
Why did my Harley Road King start cutting out?
Would be great for a while and suddenly start cutting out. Found a bad wire on the start relay under the seat. Harley Mechanic said that was probably not the issue but replaced the relay, changed the wire connection and hasn’t missed a beat in two years. The wire that you found that was bad on that 2002 road king under your seat…