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Ironhead 12 volt conversion for build?

For those of you that have the older 6 volt systems as original...did you change over to a 12 volt system? I'm just thinking out loud and looking for thoughts on this prior to getting ahead of myself...

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Ironhead 1965 Sportster up to 12K EBay

I believe this is the Hatch XLCH being Re Sold http://www.ebay.com/itm/Harley-David...US_motorcycles

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Whats on your winter parts stockpile list for next riding season?

I just started to accumulate my stockpile of parts I am going to be putting on the bike in the spring time when I take it out of storage. Its going to be hard but im hopeful i can complete my list...

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2008 Colors

Sorry, I have been searching for 15 min. How do I tell the factory color of my 2008 XL1200C. I want to find a used front fender. My parts manual only has primed fenders... Thanks!

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Holiday Season:

:tourLooking back on 2013 and seeing that this has been quite a year. Many "Ups" and some "Downs", yet most of us have survived in pretty good shape. Annette and I would like to wish one and all the...

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Remove primary cover = automatic gasket?

I just changed my clutch out maybe 1000 miles ago, and have decided to do my clutch cable now too. :headbang I replaced my primary gasket last time, do I need to replace it again?

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Ironhead Need engine builder FL, GA area ?.....

Came across helping my buddy with his 1972 sporty, and as we are starting we are realizing that the motor and trans need to be rebuilt. Anyone know a friend or good shop that does it in the FL or Ga...

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xl2007c efi tuner

I'm looking to put a tuner on my a porty but I don't know a thing about them and or how to tune them I'm a mechanic but very new to bikes

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Dyna 2000i install

How hard is it to install a dyna 2000I on a 1988 sportster. I'm going to pull the trigger on a conversion and I have heard it can be tricky. Do i need the programming cable? Can i wait until after...

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oil lines

found a leak at the oil line 'T' and am going to replace the oil lines and hose clamps and the 'T'. Got a new 'T' from the local dealer and my old man told me that oil lines(hose) from the auto parts...

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Ironhead What year is this cover for ?

I went through a link Dr. Dick posted and a wealth of info. I didn't see any lower tree covers in it. What year is this lower tree cover for? It was on my 63' but it's not for mine since the nacelle is...

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oil filter question

Do you need to have a wrench cut out tool to change oil filters? thanks

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WTF Hylomar is now $25 a tube 99653-85

WTF Hylomar is now $25 a tube 99653-85 This is 3-4 times what I paid 5 years ago. (somewhere in the $6-$8 range) Is there gold in it now? Where can I get hylomar for a reasonable price? Is yamabond or...

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Rubbermount_EFI Tranny Sprocket cover options

I'm gonna trim my cam cover and do something about the Sprocket cover. I think RSD makes one but does anyone else?

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New from N.J.

Hi all, Don't have a Sportster now had bought one brand new when I was stationed in Camp Lejeune N.C. in 1984 from New Bern H.D. Looking for one now

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Help me pick a seat

I'm trying to decide which seat to go with, I've got a 2002 883. Looking for something good for daily riding, biggest thing I am looking for is a seat that will support my lower back and keep me from...

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Dirt Dawg

This thang looks like a lotta fun. Expensive fun!! http://carduccidualsport.com/content/4-about

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Handlebars dimpled or not?

I have dragbars on right now from the factory I assume, I want to put some Biltwell trackers on and I need to know if dimpled or not? I assume so but not sure. Thanks and Merry Christmas and Happy...

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Rigid_EVO rebuilt carb but now running rich

Hey guys, I recently ordered a bunch of new gaskets, etc so that I could rebuild the carb on my 2001 xlh 1200. I was installing the Arlen Ness Big Sucker air filter (more ergonomic) so decided to clean...

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Ironhead pushrod replacement

so today i noticed one of my pushrod tubes was wobbling a bit, which im guessing means its bent, is this an easy fix for someone who hasnt really worked on bikes much? i do have some mechanical...

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