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Harley Davidson Forums - Sportster Models http://hdforums.com/forum en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:42:05 GMT vBulletin 60 http://images.ibsrv.net/ibsrv/res/src:hdforums.com/get/forum//images/kirsch/misc/rss.jpg Harley Davidson Forums - Sportster Models http://hdforums.com/forum Please Help: How to replace right turn switch cap? http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448778-please-help-how-to-replace-right-turn-switch-cap-new-post.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:29:16 GMT Hi, I am replacing my stock switch caps on my Sportster Custom 2007. I did the left side but I... Hi,

I am replacing my stock switch caps on my Sportster Custom 2007. I did the left side but I don't know how to replace the right turn switch cap. How do I open the lower switch housing? it has throttle cable attached in it.
Can you please give help me?
Thank you so much!

Regards,
Greg ]]> Sportster Models cakep http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448778-please-help-how-to-replace-right-turn-switch-cap.html Oil change - before or after storage? http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448751-oil-change-before-or-after-storage-new-post.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:06:56 GMT Quick question guys: I'm due for an oil change, should I do before storing it for winter, or juste before taking it out in the spring? ]]> Sportster Models valet21 http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448751-oil-change-before-or-after-storage.html What to look for in a used sportster?? Again.. http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448735-what-to-look-for-in-a-used-sportster-again-new-post.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:06:16 GMT How do I determine if a used Sportster engine is good or bad? How do I determine if a used Sportster engine is good or bad? ]]> Sportster Models DrewWalden http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448735-what-to-look-for-in-a-used-sportster-again.html Cylinder boring http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448562-cylinder-boring-new-post.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:43:31 GMT I need to bore the cylendars of my XL1200 +.010. I am going to do this my self because I work at a... I need to bore the cylendars of my XL1200 +.010. I am going to do this my self because I work at a machine shop. Is there anything I need to look out for with this??? Also what size do I make the cylinder? I will have the piston and rings when I do the bore job but how much clearance? Any input is helpful thanks
Keith ]]> Sportster Models dirty keith http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448562-cylinder-boring.html FXRster? http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448553-fxrster-new-post.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:22:44 GMT i've seen this pic a few times,but this is the 1st time i noticed the sporty engine...i just thought it was interesting and thought i'd share

]]> Sportster Models notfried http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448553-fxrster.html new timing cover http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448511-new-timing-cover-new-post.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:05:15 GMT got my new timing cover installed got my new timing cover installed

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]]> Sportster Models BODYDROPED http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448511-new-timing-cover.html maiden voyage http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448494-maiden-voyage-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:38:18 GMT well, i used my trainers permit today, and quit riding in a circle in an empty parking lot! went... well, i used my trainers permit today, and quit riding in a circle in an empty parking lot! went back and forth with a friend to the neighboring town. every thing was going well until a wire from the ignition vibrated loose, but a little black tape i was on the road again. one curve i need to practice on a little more, but i had a great day! ]]> Sportster Models Good Time Gang http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448494-maiden-voyage.html 1K service, how much? http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448459-1k-service-how-much-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:27:35 GMT Hello guys, i just wanted to know if i was just lied to my face and how much the 1k service for a... Hello guys, i just wanted to know if i was just lied to my face and how much the 1k service for a sportster is. Not too long ago we took my dads softail for the first 1k service and it came out to be like $180 w/tax and all. I could be wrong but my memory has served me right in the past years but i was just quoted $240 plus tax for the 1k service on my Sportster, and the guy looked up my fathers service order and told me that his order was around $280 dollars. I will try and get the receipt for my fathers service and see if i dreamt the 180 dollar service or of this guy was trying to have a good laugh. Thanks for your replies in advance. ]]> Sportster Models yomny http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448459-1k-service-how-much.html <![CDATA[Wouldn't Turn Over]]> http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448451-wouldnt-turn-over-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:15:14 GMT Did a Patriot Guard gig, went about 60 miles, would't crank when started to leave, some buddies pushed me, would't start, all of a sudden I tried the START BUTTON AND IT CRANKED. No probs since. It acted like the starter was jammed, but rocking it in gear did no good. Any suggestions? ]]> Sportster Models harlover http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448451-wouldnt-turn-over.html Favorite Aftermarket? http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448446-favorite-aftermarket-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:49:53 GMT Was wondering who your favorite aftermarket is I am shopping for a reasonable 2-1 pipe... Was wondering who your favorite aftermarket is I am shopping for a reasonable 2-1 pipe :icon_beerchug: ]]> Sportster Models bmac1000 http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448446-favorite-aftermarket.html Buying a 1994 Sportster Bobber http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448404-buying-a-1994-sportster-bobber-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:31:56 GMT I am thinking about buying a 1994 sportster 1200 bobber. What do I need to look for so that I don't get screwed over. The last Harley I bought was super clean and sounded good, but on the ride home she started leaking oil and before long I had to have her rebuilt. What should I look for when buying a used Harley Sportster? ]]> Sportster Models DrewWalden http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448404-buying-a-1994-sportster-bobber.html Change for Gas http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448388-change-for-gas-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:00:21 GMT So i rolled into the gas station this morning to fill up, so i walk in to pay to fill up in pump #1... So i rolled into the gas station this morning to fill up, so i walk in to pay to fill up in pump #1 and pull out a hand full of quarters, dimes and nickles that i've had in my truck. The attendant looks at me and i tell him its cool its to full up my harley (an Iron), he then turns to the pump and smiles at the idea of change and starts counting the change.

So am i the only one or i am sure there has to be others, is it me or does this feel like free gas...Anyone done pennies too ]]> Sportster Models gmctruck1951 http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448388-change-for-gas.html Having starting issues this morning. http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448381-having-starting-issues-this-morning-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:35:30 GMT Got on the bike turned the key all the lights lit up. Hit the started button and nothing, the dash... Got on the bike turned the key all the lights lit up. Hit the started button and nothing, the dash lights turned off. let off the starter and dash lights came back on. Hit the starter again and nothing. Hit the starter again as I put up the jiffy stand and bam it fired up as the stand hit the frame.
Bad starter???
Bad Battery??
Bad starter relay???
Any Ideas?
45 degrees this morning. ]]> Sportster Models kevmic28 http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448381-having-starting-issues-this-morning.html York Factory Visit http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448312-york-factory-visit-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:18:01 GMT Made a trip down to York today to take the factory tour. Unfortunately they weren't running production due to the slow economy. Our guide informed us that this was one of several shutdown weeks the factory had scheduled.

I'd recommend that if you have the chance, stop by. I wanted to make a visit before the MOCO makes it's decision on the future of the operation. We've been experiencing above average temps in PA, so I took advantage and made the trip today.

The tour was informative and well worth the 2 hour trip. At it's conclusion, I asked if there were any updates about the factory closing and the guide said that he hadn't heard anything. He's retired and conducting tours because he loves it. But there are 3 full shifts of workers that would be affected by a closing. He also stated the obvious - the area would be devastated by the closure of the facility. He did mention that HD had recently invested in new equipment and was hopeful that the investment might mean the plant would stay. Of course that doesn't mean that they aren't just updating the factory for future sale, but he remains hopeful.

On a side note, this is my first extended highway trip on the Sporty and she performed well. The factory is about 125 miles each way and I was easily able to maintain a 75 mph speed. I used one of SportyPig's tricks and used the rear pegs for a change of position. It worked well and I wasn't really sore after 4 hours of riding. I'm sure the Mustang seat helped as well!!

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]]> Sportster Models gilmour68 http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448312-york-factory-visit.html My new bike http://hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models/448304-my-new-bike-new-post.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:44:21 GMT I know I been posten pics like crazy, but gotta catch up. Anyway I got a 1976 XLH 1000 for $1000... I know I been posten pics like crazy, but gotta catch up.

Anyway I got a 1976 XLH 1000 for $1000 from a friends son-in-law, he bought the bike from someone a few years back not running, and was told the trans is no good.

So anyway I brought it home,the next day I changed the plugs, pulled and cleaned the carb, (its got S&S super E practically new) changed the oil, charged the batt and she fired right up, smokes like a bitch but runs perfect. The clutch cable was stripped going into the primary cover, so I made a bushing, got it working and the trans seems fine. She also got a brand new cycle electric generator. I recently got a new 2.2 tank and fender, the crappy Mustang tank is a gonner.

Couple pics

Wife posen

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