What was the carburetor of the first Harley-Davidson?

What was the carburetor of the first Harley-Davidson?

The first Harley-Davidson carburetor was made from a tomato can (maybe). According to many sources, the first Harley-Davidson motorcycle had a single-cylinder engine, a top speed of 25 mph — and used a tomato can for a carburetor. Unfortunately, this one may be more fiction than fact.

What year did Harley-Davidson start fuel injecting their bikes?

1995
Starting in 1995, the company introduced Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) as an option for the 30th anniversary edition Electra Glide. EFI became standard on all Harley-Davidson motorcycles, including Sportsters, upon the introduction of the 2007 product line.

What kind of carburetor does a 1989 Harley Davidson use?

Introducing our exclusive Basic Renewal Kit for early model 89-91 Harley CV style carburetors. The kit contains the most commonly replaced quality seals needed to renew your Harley CV carburetor. For use with 1990-1991* FL/FX Big Twins and 1989-1991 XL models using the early model Harley CV 40 carburetor with 2-piece bowl seals (see photo).

Is it possible to tune a Harley Davidson carburetor?

Tuning your Harley Davidson carburetor is simpler than most think and can be performed with a few common tools. This simple procedure is a great Harley tech tip that applies to all Harley carbs from 1989 to present that use the CV style Harley Davidson carburetor.

What do I need to renew my Harley CV carburetor?

Introducing our exclusive Basic Renewal Kit for 92-06 Harley CV style carburetors. The kit contains the most commonly replaced quality seals needed to renew your Harley CV carburetor. For use with all 1992-2006* Big Twin and XL models using the late model Harley CV 40 carburetor.

Where is the carburetor located on a Harley Davidson?

The CV style Harley carburetor has a small cylindrical tower protruding from the bottom rear of the spigot (behind the bowl). The tower is plugged with a soft metal insert covering the mixture screw.

Introducing our exclusive Basic Renewal Kit for early model 89-91 Harley CV style carburetors. The kit contains the most commonly replaced quality seals needed to renew your Harley CV carburetor. For use with 1990-1991* FL/FX Big Twins and 1989-1991 XL models using the early model Harley CV 40 carburetor with 2-piece bowl seals (see photo).

Tuning your Harley Davidson carburetor is simpler than most think and can be performed with a few common tools. This simple procedure is a great Harley tech tip that applies to all Harley carbs from 1989 to present that use the CV style Harley Davidson carburetor.

How big is a Harley Davidson CV carburetor?

Harley Davidson Pilot Jets for CV Carburetors are normally sold in sizes 40, 42, 45, 48, 50, and higher. A Stage 1 Carb Kit will normally offer you a proper range of jets for your particular model. If your stock jet was a #42 the next size larger will be #44 or #45.

Introducing our exclusive Basic Renewal Kit for 92-06 Harley CV style carburetors. The kit contains the most commonly replaced quality seals needed to renew your Harley CV carburetor. For use with all 1992-2006* Big Twin and XL models using the late model Harley CV 40 carburetor.