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Jump Starting a Dead Battery - 837 days old
Assuming that you have, or can get, a set of jumper cables when you find that your motorcycle battery is dead, getting the bike started is no big deal. But you can cause harm if you do it wrong.
A few tips here are NEVER use a charger with a boost feature to get your bike started. It will usually damage a radio if your bike has... Read more
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Feb 17th, 2010 11:22 PM
by NEWHD74FAN
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Wiring Diagrams Online - 998 days old
If you need wiring diagrams for older bikes , Harley's and other model bikes also (1965- 1993) where a service manual may not be available, try here
For older models...
http://www.smokeriders.com/diagrams/index.php?list=Harley_Davidson/Twins
Index of /specs/wire
or download all wiring diagrams in one archive here. ... Read more
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Feb 16th, 2010 01:56 AM
by chicago Bob
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Battery Tender For Storage - 995 days old
A note about charging batteries.
NEVER fast charge a battery because it can overheat and buckle the plates rending the battery useless because they are shorted out. Charging on a trickle charger at a low setting is best. Use of a battery tender for charging very low/dead batteries can damage the trickle charger.
Also never use a... Read more
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Feb 14th, 2010 01:30 AM
by Chopper
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Ignition Lock Removal (touring) - 992 days old
YouTube - Harley Ignition switch removal from a 2009 Street Glide
1. Turn the ignition KEY to unlock and leave the key inserted in lock assembly
2. Move ignition assembly to the "Off" position to unlock the forks. LEAVE THE KEY IN LOCK
3. Turn the Handlebars all the way to the right
4. With the ignition key... Read more
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Jan 28th, 2010 02:34 AM
by katoomer
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Charging System Flow chart - 598 days old
Here's a flow chart to check out the charging system.
Refer to other posts in this section for additional information.
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/bills985/chargingsystemtroubleshooting.gif
Also have a look here...
Testing The Charging System - Harley Davidson Community
Electrical_Fault_Finding Link 1
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Dec 8th, 2009 01:12 PM
by Redmachine76
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Stator Replacement - 134 days old
Here's a few video's on stator replacement in order.
YouTube - Stator Repair - 1 of 9 - Removing Inspection Cover on Outer Primary Cover
YouTube - Stator Repair - 2 of 9 - Breaking the Compensator Nut Loose
YouTube - Stator Repair - 3 of 9 - Removing remaing components behind Compensator Nut including Rotor
YouTube -... Read more
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Nov 2nd, 2009 05:34 PM
by glider
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Aug 16th, 2009 07:24 AM
by glider
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Fuel Gauge and Sender Test - 972 days old
Here's the info you would need for adjustments or callibrations to the sending unit in the tank.
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/bills985/Fuelgaugeadjustment.gif
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Jul 18th, 2007 08:14 AM
by glider
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Harman/Kardon Software Update - 992 days old
This update is available in the link below that upgrades the software in this sound system to eliminate problems that owners have been encountering. Follow the prompts to the "advanced audio system" on the lower right of the screen to download the latest update for your system.
Here is the... Read more
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Jun 28th, 2007 08:32 AM
by glider
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Stator Replacement - 725 days old
Here's a stator replacement that came from another source that will give you an idea of how to do it on a TC engine with some improvised tools also.
ALSO check this post for more info on the 06 bikes...
06 dyna Rotor-Stator - Harley Davidson Community
There is also some extra steps here because the shift shaft seal was being... Read more
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by bigtommy55
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Checking Out A Battery - 3 days old
Here's a video on how to check out your battery.
YouTube - Repairing Motorcycles: DIY Maintenance : How to Check a Motorcycle Battery
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Mar 13th, 2010 12:37 PM
by glider
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Brighter Headlights - 878 days old
I've tried some of the fancy bulbs both blue and white available and didn't like them at all. Some claimed increased wattage but the blue coating on the bulb seemed to decrease visibility to a degree.
I have run these bulbs in many of my bikes as well as the guys I ride with and have had no problems at all with the wiring , excessive draw... Read more
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Mar 13th, 2010 12:18 PM
by nhk750
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Feb 24th, 2010 05:44 PM
by glider
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Dyna Battery Removal - 32 days old
Posted by "Chopper" this shows how to remove the battery on the late model Dyna's
Changing the battery is simple just make sure you disconnect the negative terminal first when removing and connect it last when installing.
1. Remove lower fastener (1).
2. Pivot cover (2) outward and lift to disengage slots on
cover from... Read more
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Feb 12th, 2010 02:17 PM
by glider
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Charging Deltran Batteries - 35 days old
Posted by "Hoople"
I took a ride out to Deltran (home of the Battery Tender) to see if I find out some info on how well suited their Battery Tender chargers are for the current AGM (Optima, Odyssey) batteries.
AGM batteries have a much tighter (and different) charge, float, maintenance rate than standard flooded lead acid... Read more
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Feb 9th, 2010 10:58 PM
by NEWHD74FAN
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Battery Information - 37 days old
Some interesting facts about batteries posted by "Chopper".
Battery 12 Volt AGM -J01575.pdf
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Feb 7th, 2010 05:18 PM
by glider
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Removing Electrical Plugs From Stock Harnesses - 983 days old
Some info on removing electrical plugs on harnesses, most all of these connectors on Harleys have a similar device that holds the wires in the plug.
This tool works pretty well to remove the wires from the plugs. It's available here... Lisle Electrical Pin Removal Tool
... Read more
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Feb 4th, 2010 07:18 PM
by Chopper
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Passing Lamps ON Wiith High Beam - 970 days old
Here's a way of rewiring the passing lights to stay on when using the high beam.
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/bills985/Passinglampson.jpg
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Feb 3rd, 2010 01:30 PM
by DEP47
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VOES Switch Explained - 995 days old
A good source of info about the VOES switch here...
VOES? What's That?
What is the Vacuum Operated Electrical Switch (VOES)? What does it do and why is it there?
All Harley Davidson motorcycle carbureted models since the 1984 model year have used the VOES to improve throttle response, increase MPG, and meet EPA requirements... Read more
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Jan 19th, 2010 02:57 PM
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