Which is the best oil for a Harley Davidson Sportster?
Basically, the best Harley Sportster oil type is not necessarily produced by Harley Davidson. We’re certainly not trying to suggest that the oil Harley Davidson sells is somehow not up to snuff, but sometimes they like to make themselves sound like the only option when they are not.
How big is the oil line on a Harley Davidson?
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Do you have to use H-D oil on a Harley?
While H-D supply their own oil, you definitely don’t have to use it to ensure your Harley runs smoothly. The chart below shows you the recommended engine oil and the amount of oil you need for each model.
Where does gear oil go in a Sportster?
Gear oil should go in the “other” hole to lubricate the Primary Chain / Clutch and Transmission compartment such as Formula + or “regular” gear oil WITHOUT friction modifiers due to possible premature slippage of the oil wetted clutch pack friction surfaces. :s (You must log in or sign up to reply here.)
Where is the oil line on a Sportster?
Also going to replace the oil tank (the chrome one is UGLY). Main Oil Feed Line (GREEN) 3/8″ ID oil line which runs from bottom outlet on the oil tank to the feed on the oil pump. Oil Return Line (BLUE) 3/8″ ID oil line which runs to the connection on the back of the oil tank.
What kind of oil to use in a Sportster primary?
Does anyone actually know the best type of oil/fluid to use in the Sportster Primary/Trans to help stop the hard knock/thud into first, and when downshifting? Even if it’s an Amsoil or Mobile-1 or other product? Is the Redline Lightweight alright in my bike? Any and all help is greatly appreciated!
How big is the oil hose on a Harley Davidson?
All together you only need a few feet of hose and a bunch of clamps. It seems to me, on the older Sportsters there are the pressure hose, and 3/8 inch drain and return, plus and here I have a hard time remembering but I think 1/4 inch vent hose. There are some “ell’s” and a “tee” in the vent line I believe.
Can you use Redline transmission fluid on a Sportster?
Originally I got the Redlind V-Twin Transmission W/Shockproof. That arrived on Sunday the 20th, and I put it in that day. After doing some more reading on the Redline website, they say NOT to use their Transmission fluid for Sportsters, but to use their Redline Lightweight W/Shockproof.