Hi from New Zealand
Hi Im Grant from New Zealand. Its great to be here and read all your guys views ideas and experience. I grew up with Jap and Euro bikes and sad to say back in my dark days I was not such a fan of the...
View ArticleKnow anyone with a 2013 300 Ninja?
Kawasaki recalls 11,000 Ninjas to fix stalling issue Publish Date: Aug 9, 2013 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Kawasaki is recalling 11,000 Ninja 300s from the 2013 model year to fix an electrical problem that may...
View ArticleIronhead firing motor for first time
Been building a basket case 75xlh fired up for first time today missing on rear cyl back firing out rear pipe put new points played with timing no difference 125 compressiin on both cyl has a s&s b...
View ArticleRubbermount_EVO Help! Intermittent cutting out at cruise speeds.
The past few months my 04 XL883 has began what can only be described as switching itself off at cruise. It has N2's, drilled pipes and an SE intake, with an S&S IST ignition. A few times now I have...
View ArticleIf you have teens, this message is for them (and anyone who texts and drives)
A recent documentary is scheduled to be promoted on a national level; it lets you in on the lives that are affected when texting and driving occur. I urge you to have them sit down with you and take...
View Articlestripped oxygen sensor threads
It looks like I stripped some of the o2 threads on my new short shot exhaust:frownthre The culprit is one of the oxygen sensors I tried to force in with bad theads/dirty:censor threads. Like the smart...
View ArticleRubbermount_EVO Front forks stiff and not much travel
Last year I replaced the fork springs on my 04 roadster with progressive fork springs. I used the 3 inch spacers and 10wt oil 6 inches from the top compressed. The ride was good for awhile then got...
View ArticleIronhead Valves rattling sound
Ok I adjusted the pushrods on the 76 sporty... With video I believe iron mike give the link too I did exactly how it said and then back and redid to ensure I felt it was right.... Now the top end has a...
View ArticleIt's time to close this book my dear XLFer's
I have to come out and say I love all a ya'll! You's be the bestests!!! :) :luvsport:xlrocks:luvsport:xlrocks:luvsport:xlrock s:luvsport:xlrocks:luvsport:xlrocks:luvsport:xlroc...
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Buell Project build Kiwi styles
Hi just thought Id post these pics of the Buell project Im building. I think its a little bit different, hopefully itll give some guys some food for thought.. Hope you enjoy the build so far......
View ArticleIronhead Charging issue
I have 74 sportster. I've changed the voltage regulator, borrowed my brothers working generator, found possible bad battery ground and fixed that, and even tried running a new wire from regulator to...
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Identify My New Pipe!
I just bought this off Ebay, the seller has no idea what kind of pipe it is. I'm guessing it is a Kerker but not too sure? Anyone recognize it?
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Coupon good for ten bucks
Hi Guys, It's hard to believe it is darn near the middle of August. I hope you are getting a chance to ride. This time of the year things start to wind down a little here and I'm finally getting a...
View ArticleSpeedo no reado
Bought my bike (first bike which is a '95) a few weeks back and came with speedo but not on bike. I made a side mount for it and the speedo already had male connects crimped and female connects coming...
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Ironhead Sportster work shop
I invited Simeli over to supervise my work, due to kicker and timing and clutch issues. I wanted another set of eyes and experience looking over me and of course his timing light!:D Started with taking...
View ArticleIronhead Rain gear
I'm just wondering what others use for wet weather riding. I always wear my Tour master Epic jacket any way and it's weather proof. For pants I have frogtogs, and for my gloves and boots I treat them...
View ArticleAnyone running Hammer Performance 660 cams?
Hi there, Im new to XLF and I have to say this forum is great! Its awesome to see so many great bikes and views and tips from everyone here.. Am I allowed to post a question as to if anyone here is...
View ArticleWet Weather gear
Wondering what others use for wet weather gear. I wear my tourmaster Epic jacket anyway and it's water proof, to cover my legs I wear frogtogs, my gloves and boots I use Pecard Silicone waterproofing...
View ArticleIronhead Stock 79 on ebay
if you ever wondered what a stock 79 is going for, watch this auction. "buy it now" $4,950. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Harle...#ht_500wt_1099
View ArticleIronhead front fender removal
im sorry this may be a dumb question, will taking off the front fender make the handling dangerous?
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