Is there a problem with my Evo cylinder?
& filed under Harley Tips. Need Help. My 1988 Springer Softail has had a problem over the last 5 years or so, always the same thing. It runs like its only hitting on one Evo cylinder sometimes, but all of a sudden it will start running fine.
What’s the big bore kit for a Harley Davidson Evo?
Complete 80ci conversion to 83ci big bore kit includes Black cylinders honed and fitted with 10:1 Wiseco pistons and rings and complete top end gasket kit. They are ready to run. This is an easy way to bolt on an increase in horsepower.
Where can I get parts for my EVO engine?
For now go to Bandit.com and follow their directions to register your EVO for their parts book. This will get you into looking at copies of Harley parts books for your year. Go to engine and oil pump and you will find the tappet screen and where it is. It will also show you how it goes back together.
& filed under Harley Tips. Need Help. My 1988 Springer Softail has had a problem over the last 5 years or so, always the same thing. It runs like its only hitting on one Evo cylinder sometimes, but all of a sudden it will start running fine.
Is the EVO engine good for Harley Davidson?
As others have said the EVO engine was very durable…it was the “revival” of H-D as a company using the funds from AMF.
For now go to Bandit.com and follow their directions to register your EVO for their parts book. This will get you into looking at copies of Harley parts books for your year. Go to engine and oil pump and you will find the tappet screen and where it is. It will also show you how it goes back together.
Is the bottom end of an Evo bullet proof?
As the fine gents said. I can only add that the EVO bottom end is mostly bullet proof, in particular late EVO’s. With proper warm-up that scoot can take some serious abuse, and the ’98 cases are good for future upgrades as well. Earlier cases – like mine – can crack if bored up for larger cylinders.
What kind of head gasket should I use on my 1987 Evo?
Get the manual for the torque values and follow them. Use a quality head gasket like James gaskets and a few others. 1987 flh 1340 stock, I have blown head gasket, i can see oil and there is a slight tick where you can feel air excaping between the head and cylinder.
How did the Harley Davidson Evolution engine get its name?
The name “evolution” was likely strategically chosen to coincide with a rebranding process that redefined Harley’s image and helped regain its dwindling market share. Harley’s Japanese competition had “evolved” and it was time to show their customers that they could, too.
When did Harley Davidson stop making the Ironhead engine?
The small Evolution engine permanently replaced the Ironhead engine, and as of November 2010, is still being produced by the Harley-Davidson motorcycle company. It can be found in Harley-Davidson’s 883, 1100 and 1200 XLH Sportster models. The larger Evolution engine, however, was replaced by the Twin Cam 88 engine in 1999.
Can You rebuild a Harley Davidson engine at Revolution performance?
Revolution Performance can build (or rebuild) your complete engine. We will disassemble, clean, inspect, and then reassemble to your specifications. Stock rebuild or custom big bore, we will send your complete engine back, ready to reinstall and tune in your chassis. Includes install of cam chest, pushrods, and rocker boxes.