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HD Bag - Solo Rack Mod

So, I can't find a decent tail bag that would fit on the HD solo rack. I got this HD bag for free. Before I start to modify the solo rack, what do you think. How does it look? Yes or no? Thanks!

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Beebe Wright Memorial Run July 11-12, 2014 Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge

July 11 & 12 2014 Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge Cabins, Rooms, & Campground 828-479-3864 or EMAIL www.ironhorsenc.com BOOKING INFO The Lodge is holding all of the rooms for us under the XL Forum...

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cracked oil tank repair

On my 1993, Custom 1200 Sportster, I noticed a small weepage coming from the side of the oil tank. The dealer gave me the options of buying a new tank or welding the old one. Can I use a sealer, much...

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Rigid_EVO My 88 sporty chop

Here's my hardtail I've been working on ill probably have some questions, ...... Been working on this for a year or more, I'm reAlly trying to get it done now. Trying to do everything myself I can....

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Progressive Monotube Kit

First read XLXR's excellent 14 page suspension write up. I wish I had. The Progressing Monotube fork kit for the sportster comes in 2 flavors. 3.5 inch and lowered (part 31-2515 and 31-2518...

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I went and did it

Well I just put my bike up for sale. :frownthre I would like to think that I will get back to riding it more but the truth is I won't. I am working more hours, driving trucks at work more and there...

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Ironhead S&S 5" Stroker Flywheels on ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-S-1957-Ear...5911cb&vxp=mtr *Drool* Good price too! If I wasn't already building my 4 5/8" I'd be all over this one!

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A Manitoba Love Story

George and Aggie lived on a cove on Lake Manitoba. It was early winter and the lower portion of the cove had frozen over. George asked Aggie if she would walk across the frozen part of the cove to the...

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Stock, .551's or .560 Cams with Turbocharging

Granted, the .560's would produce to much Turbo HP at high boost, maybe the .551's would too. After all EricZ got some 160hp with the .551's. This is the search for the Holy Grail of low boost 1250cc...

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Ironhead clutch basket

1972 sportster clutch basket is warped is that normal? the chain gets loose and tight, will that cause the bike to vibrate big time. thank-you to anyone who can help me

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Screaming deal for somebody

There is a Redneck chopper for sale with a Buell 90" engine on ebay right now with no reserve and it is only bid up to $2,500 right now!! Says it is in NY so if anybody is close you might want to check...

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Ironhead Muffler system for 1969 XLCH

I keep reading about the evils of drag pipes for street usage. I know baffles help with the problem but a full exhaust system seems to be prefered and offers the best performance. Is this about right?...

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Ironhead identify this shift cam plate

Anyone know what this shift cam plate fits? It is .25" shorter than the stock 70's cam plate and lacks the recess in the ratchet boss for the ball of the shift lever. See pics...it was in the HD box...

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Ironhead Starter Relay

I have a 1967 XLH. Where is the starter relay located?

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front brake rubbing

I recently installed new front brake pads on my 97 1200c. The inboard pad rubs pretty bad. Is this common? I know eventually it will not rub since its a single piston brake. I did a bleed on it...

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Motogadget m-blaze-disc turn signals

I love them... Would it fit ? bolt-on ? but they are pricey !! http://motogadget.com/en/turn-signal...laze-disc.html

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Hello forum

hello to the forum from Tulsa, Oklahoma i am new to the forum but not to motorcyles in general and harleys in particular, just got back into them after a 10 yr break and purchesed a new 2013 iron in...

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Ironhead 74 xlch chain ?

Need to order a new chain for my ironhead, it's a 1974 and the chain is stretched and had tight spots so I need to get a new one. But where can I get a good quality chain for these bikes? Any help is...

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Rubbermount_EVO 1250 kit w/.590 cat 4 cams

Ok just want to know if anyone has tried a 1250 kit w/.590 cat 4 cams. I'm looking into my winter build and I'm looking at different things. I currently have a 1221 kit w/ .540 cat 3 cams and love the...

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quick question. fork size

Hi guys I ment size of course lol. I need a quick answer, proberbly stupid question but can't see it in the FM. I have seen a pair of new progressive springs for sale at a good price. They are for a...

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