http://www.hdtalking.com/ Harley davidson motorcycles forum discussions,resource,share video,photos gallery,harley davidson motorcycles troubleshooting,repairs,maintenance,and performance upgrades. en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:09:59 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.hdtalking.com/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.hdtalking.com/ http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22543-smart_siren_ii.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:00:01 GMT I have had my 06 street glide for about 2 weeks now. I noticed right away that there was no audible alarm on the bike. I reviewed the self help... I have had my 06 street glide for about 2 weeks now. I noticed right away that there was no audible alarm on the bike. I reviewed the self help section and realized that the bike did not have a siren on it. I bought and installed the smart siren II.....the one with the antenna. The bike now has an audible alarm when moved and the alarm is set. I have a fob with a button so I manually set the alarm not just walk away the way the fobs w/o a button work. Now my question......I understand that with the smart siren II there should be an audible chirp when it is armed and disarmed. I don't get this chirp. I have read through the self helps several times and still can't seem to get it to work. I have rode several hunred miles since install so the battery should be charged on the siren. Can someone point out what I am doing wrong. Thanks.....btw love my new Harley ]]> Touring Models ReefRider http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22543-smart_siren_ii.html http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22542-went_with_gliders_advise.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:53:53 GMT Just had my 1K service and took the advise of Glider and many recommending my own fluids. I used syn 3 on my Fat Boy and always wondered why it... Just had my 1K service and took the advise of Glider and many recommending my own fluids. I used syn 3 on my Fat Boy and always wondered why it shifted so loud and hard and always heard the engine winding. I put the Mobile one in and HD in the primary in the Glide. Considerably queiter engine compartment but what I noticed the most was using the Spectro Platinum in the Tranny. Glider , my man, you were spot on. Quiet, smooth and presice,and Nuetral is easier to find as well.

As always, thanks for you input and expert advise. ]]> Touring Models ppofootball http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22542-went_with_gliders_advise.html http://www.hdtalking.com/oil/22541-mobil_1_75_90_question.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:01:03 GMT I am new to the HD talking and have been reading all of the very useful posts. My question is the result of the posts on Mobil 1 75/90 gear oil. In... I am new to the HD talking and have been reading all of the very useful posts. My question is the result of the posts on Mobil 1 75/90 gear oil. In my research I came upon the Mobil 1 web site Application for Mobil 1. This is a copy of it.

Applications

Mobil 1 Synthetic gear Lubricant LS 75W-90 is intended for initial fill, topping-off or refilling differentials, final drives, transfer cases and other gear applications where lubricants meeting API Service GL-5 and multi-purpose or mild EP gear lubricants are recommended

Mobil 1 Synthetic Gear Lubricant LS 75W-90 can also be used in rear axles where API Service GL-4 lubricant is recommended

Not recommended for automatic, manual or semiautomatic transmissions for which engine oil or automatic transmission fluids are recommended
Where extended service intervals and warranties are required

???????????? I am confused with this Recommendation????????????
Any clarification would be great ]]> Oil ad1954 http://www.hdtalking.com/oil/22541-mobil_1_75_90_question.html http://www.hdtalking.com/general_harley_davidson_topic/22540-top_speed.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:13:18 GMT I was wondering "about" how fast my RK will go at top end. It has vans n hines mufflers with a stage one kit( I have no idea if this would even matter at top end). I know I will never find out for myself(don't drive that fast), so I figured you all could give me some idea. ]]> General Harley Davidson Topic dogdad http://www.hdtalking.com/general_harley_davidson_topic/22540-top_speed.html http://www.hdtalking.com/general_harley_davidson_topic/22539-thanks.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:05:46 GMT Thanks to all the Mods this is the best Harley site around . Just used the self help section, found the problem and was able to fix myself saving... Thanks to all the Mods this is the best Harley site around . Just used the self help section, found the problem and was able to fix myself saving some cash. I am donating to the site and would ask all to do the same. I know everyone that has used the site to find and solve a problem on their bike has saved a heap of money. Thanks again to Glider and all the Mods ]]> General Harley Davidson Topic 173ABN http://www.hdtalking.com/general_harley_davidson_topic/22539-thanks.html http://www.hdtalking.com/jokes/22538-the_fortune_teller.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:21:33 GMT In a dark and gloomy room, the fortune teller was startled by what she saw in her crystal ball. She looked up at her customer, sitting across the... In a dark and gloomy room, the fortune teller was startled by
what she saw in her crystal ball. She looked up at her customer, sitting
across the table. 'There's no easy way to say this, so I'll just be blunt.
Prepare yourself to be a widow. Your husband will die a violent and
horrible death this year.'

Visibly shaken, the woman stared at the psychic's lined face, then at
the single flickering candle, then down at her hands. She took a few deep
breaths to compose herself. She simply had to know.

She met the fortune teller's gaze, steadied her voice, and asked:
'Will I get away with it?' ]]> Jokes Goofuss69 http://www.hdtalking.com/jokes/22538-the_fortune_teller.html http://www.hdtalking.com/general_harley_davidson_topic/22537-these_kinds_of_encounters_shouldnt_surprise_me_anymore.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:37:42 GMT As I pull my bike into the parking lot at the gym the other day, a guy walks by:

guy: kinda cold to be riding, isn't it? (seemingly interested)
me: feels great... as long as the roads are dry it's all good
guy: how much did that bike cost?
me: around $20k (it's an '09 RKC... again, I actually thought he was interested in riding at this point)
guy: that's too much money... you could get a nice car for that much money. It doesn't make sense to spend that much on a bike.
me: (now realizing that he is "one of those"): How are you going to tell me that that's too much money to spend for me?
guy: I don't know, but I've had several bikes, and I'd never get another
me: riding isn't for everyone
guy:Just be very careful (in a condescending tone) lots of drunk drivers out there who don't care how careful you may be
me: thanks for the concern... I know there are inherent dangers. I do all I can to ride responsibly, be aware, and negate those dangers
guy: I don't know... those things are just so dangerous

At this point I was just like, "leave me alone"... what a buzz kill. Well, I ended up having a great workout because I was totall pissed at this guy, and my adrenaline was running. I was one more comment away from getting in his face and kindly asking him to keep his opinions to himself.

These kinds of things have happened before, but this guy just wouldn't let up.

thanks for letting me vent

ride safe
Drew ]]> General Harley Davidson Topic Drew http://www.hdtalking.com/general_harley_davidson_topic/22537-these_kinds_of_encounters_shouldnt_surprise_me_anymore.html http://www.hdtalking.com/softail_models/22536-heritage_softail_2_up_riding.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:24:37 GMT I am looking to move up from a dyna to a softail or touring, looking at the Heritage and RKC, probably would ride 2-up 60/40, not planning a cross... I am looking to move up from a dyna to a softail or touring, looking at the Heritage and RKC, probably would ride 2-up 60/40, not planning a cross country ride but want to be comfortable. How good is the Heritage 2-up, better then RKC, or the same? LIke the looks of either bike, just need suggestions, probably would put a detachable tour pak on. ]]> Softail Models take 5 http://www.hdtalking.com/softail_models/22536-heritage_softail_2_up_riding.html http://www.hdtalking.com/sportster_models/22534-xr1200x_abs.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:59:16 GMT Hi All, I went to EICMA last week and visited the HD stand, I was totally overwhelmed by the new XR1200X (Denim Black) I never contemplated buying... Hi All,
I went to EICMA last week and visited the HD stand, I was totally overwhelmed by the new XR1200X (Denim Black)
I never contemplated buying a HD before but this model not only fits like a glove, it's amazing looking and oozes power and beauty.

Oh, EICMA is the biggest European Motocycle trade show in Europe.

I know that there are many pro's and con's on the subject of ABS and I must say I learned the advantage of ABS the hard way. Had a serious incident due to bad handling the bike and unfortunate surface conditions. I would have been in less of a mess if ABS was installed.

Hence my question; Is it technically possible to install Brembo ABS on a XR1200? I realize it would be costly...
The day I came back from the trade show I visited the nearest HD dealer and I got told it wasn't possible. Maybe you guy's have some advice on how to achieve this.
If this is really a NoGo than I would need to look for another bike (with a bleeding heart)

Thoughts?? ]]> Sportster Models Katori http://www.hdtalking.com/sportster_models/22534-xr1200x_abs.html http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22533-lowering_09_ultra.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:25:17 GMT I have a 09 ultra looking to lower it front and back, there is a kit for the back that is ajustable or new rear shocks. Any info on the kit would... I have a 09 ultra looking to lower it front and back, there is a kit for the back that is ajustable or new rear shocks. Any info on the kit would help. Jerry ]]> Touring Models jerry hess http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22533-lowering_09_ultra.html http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22532-quick_question.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:17:31 GMT Hello Gang Recently my fuel pump on the 09 Ultra has begun to make a strange loud noise intermintantly sounds like loud static only at start up,... Hello Gang

Recently my fuel pump on the 09 Ultra has begun to make a strange loud noise intermintantly sounds like loud static only at start up, Once on the road it seems to stop. Plenty of fuel pressure just concerend about the intermtitent noise. Since the bike is still under warranty the dealer checked it out and said as long as the correct fuel pressure is there they would not change it out.

Any thoughts

BuffaloBill ]]> Touring Models BuffaloBill http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22532-quick_question.html http://www.hdtalking.com/new_member_introduction/22530-hi_from_rainy_washington.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:23:25 GMT Hi all from gloomy Washington. It's been raining constantly here for the last few weeks, and it's been hard (but not impossible) to get any riding in. I've been riding since 1969 although I took a little break to raise kids. Like lots of guys my age, I was raised on metric bikes, both dirt bikes and street bikes. In the mid '70s I built and rode a hard-tail honda powered chopper with a long springer front end and no front brakes. Back then we'd customize anything we could get our hands on. I'm also a life-long hot rodder. I've got a '56 chev hardtop that I built over about a 6 year period.

My current ride is a 2007 Road King police. I was tempted by the low price and the 103/6-speed. So far, I've stripped a lot of the police stuff off and did a basic stage I treatment to the motor. I swapped out the air ride seat for a Corbin, and added a Dragonfly fairing and HD fairing lowers. I'm going to cam it up a little this winter and will likely paint it in the spring.

Hope to see some of you out on the road someday... ]]> New Member Introduction jetlag http://www.hdtalking.com/new_member_introduction/22530-hi_from_rainy_washington.html http://www.hdtalking.com/softail_models/22529-gas_leaking_out_of_gas_cap.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:48:30 GMT I have a 2001 Night Train. I have changed may parts on the bike to include the gas cap. I am using a Kuryakyn gas cap. The problem I am having is... I have a 2001 Night Train. I have changed may parts on the bike to include the gas cap. I am using a Kuryakyn gas cap. The problem I am having is every once in a while after I fill up with gas, the cap will leak fuel all over the gas tank, which then drips down on a hot motor. It doesn't always do this; only when I try to put in as much fuel as I can for a long ride. Maybe I just missed the section in the owners manual that said do not "top off" the tank. Other than this issue the bike runs great. I appreciate any help anyone can give me on this.

Thanks...Rob ]]> Softail Models 01 Night Train http://www.hdtalking.com/softail_models/22529-gas_leaking_out_of_gas_cap.html http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22528-10_cvo_street_glide_screming_eagle_engine_tappets.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:13:06 GMT Hello, My new bike has 500 miles on it and I have had a loud tappet sound (valves) occurring most noisily between 2100 and 2300 RPM. I finally... Hello,

My new bike has 500 miles on it and I have had a loud tappet sound (valves) occurring most noisily between 2100 and 2300 RPM.

I finally got tired of this ball ping hammer symphony so I went to a local dealer. They said leave the bike and we'll begin to tear down the engine to find the noise.

A second dealer said the same thing, neither had test ridden the bike.

Finally a third dealer said that they have seen (heard) this with other new Screaming Eagle 100 motors. They claim the problem is that the new bilkes use Harley s Synthetic 3 motor oil. They said the engine is fine, just to change all oils to a non synthetic thicker oil and the sound will go away.

Okay I am skeptical but I remember reading another post where they used a heavier weight oil in the trans and it helped.

Where can I turn for advise, any comments out there??? ]]> Touring Models CVOMAN http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22528-10_cvo_street_glide_screming_eagle_engine_tappets.html http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22526-why_dont_the_lights_go_out.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:39:05 GMT 95 tour glide. Still have starter problem now and then. I guess I wounder why the lights don't go out when the starter is engaged. Radio drops out. Lights draw much more than radio. How could one wire this so lights drop out too. starter relay has a terminal that does that. ]]> Touring Models tourglider http://www.hdtalking.com/touring_models/22526-why_dont_the_lights_go_out.html