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Clutch adjusted...temporarily

Ok guys, I followed another thread on adjusting my clutch as well as the manual's instructions. All was fine for about 3 or 4 hours, then the clutch went back out of adjustment. I'm not all that...

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In need of fork lowering advice

Ive searched for a while and havent found an answer to my questions. We just bought an 07 xl883 for the wife. Ive lowered the rear 2 inches, put some pull back risers on and it fits pretty well right...

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hey there

Hey yall Ive got a 2001 1200S and have been doing a lot to help the bike out. Hopefully yall can shed some light on my issues. My first question is posted in the electric/ignition forum have a good...

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1200S experts? Rotor cup issue

Hey yall I am looking for someone who can help with with a very specific 1200S issue. In short, I cannot find the proper rotor cup / rotor trigger for my bike. The part number, 32422-98 is a 6-notch...

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chain drive conversion

I want to convert my bike to chain drive for a couple reasons. 1. I would like to go to a 180 rear tire 2. with the fresh power from my conversion the 883 gearing just isn't cutting it (as soon as i...

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Direction of brake rotors (confused? me too!)

Something that I noticed early on while looking at Sportsters, and then other Harleys after I noticed, is the brake rotors... the spokes kind of have that 80s sawblade wheel look to them, and I've...

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Ironhead circuit breaker/timeing

failed again tonite; perhaps i am not reading this correctly' when beginning to time; it says circuit breaker to be turned all the way to its stop; clockwise i think, then gap the points and then...

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2013 XL1200cb wheel size

Hi everyone, I just bought XL1200cb 2013 and I want to change the front wheel and rear. a) Is it possible to change the wheel size to 21"? b) I loved the look of spoke laced wheel, is there any spoke...

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Saddlebag detach DIY?

Has anyone here found a solution to making the 90330-08 saddlebags detachable? I'm getting tired of having to break out a wrench set every time I want to take them off. Not to mention the pain it is to...

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Ironhead a little inspiration

I see finned primary covers for tin cover bikes and other stuff like that going for ridiculous amounts of money ... this stuff is not that hard to do, and it's fun :...

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Erik Buell Racing To Unveil New 1190RX Sportbike

Erik Buell Racing To Unveil New 1190RX Sportbike October 16 At The AIMExpo In Orlando, Florida http://www.twinmotorcycles.nl/artike...cid=12&aid=284

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Red line

OK so my Sportster didn't come with a tach. so where is red line so I don't push her too hard first, second. third, fourth and fifth??? If anyone knows sure would help.....Thanks:tour

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Twin Motorcycles DEALER PAGE WORLD WIDE

If your are looking for a company in the world, that can help you with getting parts for your bike, or can wrench on your bike and put our parts on your bike, have a look at the official dealer page...

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What to do when your being chased

So there you are being chased by a tiger, a lion, and a zebra. what do you do next? ...... ..... .......... ................. ....................... ..............................You get your drunk...

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Rubbermount_EFI Bar risers

Hey guys, I'm looking to get 3" or 4" bar risers for my 2013 forty eight, however I am having trouble finding some. Does anyone know where I could purchase these?

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Strange Whistle Sound..?

Having a little trouble figuring this one out.. Maybe it's a common problem but I have an '09 1200 Custom which I've noticed makes a weird whistling noise when I run it in hotter temperatures (in the...

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Hey guys how are we all! Been saving for my first harley for nearly 12 months now the dream is nearly a reality! Been riding my mates 'seventy-two' a bit lately man it's a nice bike!! For me though I'm...

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77 ironhead help

I realize its difficult to diagnose without the bike in front of you so that you can get a sense of smell and sound. Any and all info will help and is much appreciated. have a 77 ironhead. issue is...

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Ironhead Tappet Galling

Just reaching Out To Ask If Others have dealt with Tappet Galling: Long Groove Lines down the sides of the Tappet.. I discussed with Dr. Dick and his feeling about my JIMS tappet bases are that the...

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Ironhead Dead spot in throttle

I just finished doing a top end rebuild on my '82' xlh, and rebuilt the carburetor while I was at it. I went to start the breaking in process, and found that I have a dead spot in my throttle. The...

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