Why is my Harley Davidson overheating in traffic?

Why is my Harley Davidson overheating in traffic?

324-340 not bad and if you are driving down the road it would be cooler. The trouble happens in traffic or any long periods of the bike running and standing still. Passenger comfort, hot legs, from the rear cylinder and exhaust are usually the issue.

How does a Harley Davidson run when hot?

Any ho, this year I ran really hot again leaving Anacortes (OysterRun) and she did the same thing, got really rough idling, a few (pre-cumbustion pings??) and at a few points when I would accellerate from a stop, it sounded like one cylinder was shut down, almost like a lawn mower engine sound for a few hundered feet then would jump back to normal.

What should the normal operating temperature be on a Harley?

& filed under Harley Tips. Hello, hope all is well with you. I have a simple two part question for you. What is the normal operating temperature (engine) on a 2007 road king classic with a 96 cubic inch motor.. and what kind of temperature readings should I expect to get on the head pipe between jug and O2 sensors?

How does an oil cooler work on a Harley?

As we all know, oil coolers work to cool the oil and a cylinder fan works to cool the engine. So engine temp sitting in traffic can be 400-500 degrees and we want to bring that down to cool the oil. I had a oil cooler installed by the dealer when I bought my bike and it was a piece of crap.

What kind of EFI system does a Harley Davidson use?

EFI systems that sense engine load by the use of the throttle or TPS (throttle position sensor) are referred to as an Alpha-N system. EFI systems that sense engine load by the use of a MAP sensor are referred to as a Speed-Density system. Harley-Davidson has used both types of EFI systems on its vehicles.

324-340 not bad and if you are driving down the road it would be cooler. The trouble happens in traffic or any long periods of the bike running and standing still. Passenger comfort, hot legs, from the rear cylinder and exhaust are usually the issue.

When did the EFI standard take effect in California?

The impetus for migration to EFI is to meet the more demanding federal emissions standards intended to take effect in California in 2006 and in 2008 for the other 49 states. EFI reduces fuel emissions because it meters fuel more accurately than a carburetor.

When did Harley Davidson start shipping Sportys with EFI?

Starting in 2007, all Harley models are shipped with EFI, including Sportys for the first time. The impetus for migration to EFI is to meet the more demanding federal emissions standards intended to take effect in California in 2006 and in 2008 for the other 49 states.

What kind of bike is over heating air?

My bike is a 2006 Road King with 20,000 miles. You bike was over heating. Parades are torture on an air cooled engine. Not only is there no air blowing across your motor; but your air intake lacks fresh air as it sucks in the exhaust of the bikes in front of you.

Are there any recalls on Harley Davidson Low Riders?

Some 8,060 units are affected, covering models manufactured between 6 January 2014 and 7 April 2016. The NHTSA says riders she be alert to the possibility of slight hesitation when accelerating through the 4500 – 5500 RPM range. This may serve as a sign that the rider’s vehicle is affected.

Is there a recall on the Dyna Low Rider?

Harley-Davidson Issues Recall of Dyna Low RiderHarley-Davidson has issued a recall of more than 8,000 Dyna Low Rider (FXDL 103) models because of an… Harley-Davidson has issued a recall of more than 8,000 Dyna Low Rider (FXDL 103) models because of an issue with the electrical system.

What causes a Harley Davidson Road King to over heat?

Any answers what would cause this, this wasn’t the first time it happened, seems to be over heating, I use synthetic Amsoil. My bike is a 2006 Road King with 20,000 miles. You bike was over heating. Parades are torture on an air cooled engine.

Why is my Harley Davidson engine over heating?

You bike was over heating. Parades are torture on an air cooled engine. Not only is there no air blowing across your motor; but your air intake lacks fresh air as it sucks in the exhaust of the bikes in front of you. If you plan on more rides like this, we strongly suggest that you add a fan to your ride.

My bike is a 2006 Road King with 20,000 miles. You bike was over heating. Parades are torture on an air cooled engine. Not only is there no air blowing across your motor; but your air intake lacks fresh air as it sucks in the exhaust of the bikes in front of you.

Where does the heat go on a Harley Davidson?

Remember that your catalytic converter is on that side and both cylinders blow into it. A majority of the “increased heat” goes out the right exhaust. The higher temp is changing the color of the chrome. You will usually find this on bikes that go on extended highway trips of 200 to 500 miles a day. Don’t try to polish out the color.