Hello all.

I was thinking of getting this gauge kit for my Night Train and was curious if anyone else was running this kit or not. I'm curious if I'd need to drill any holes into the bike in order to get the reading? I'd like to avoid having to do that if I can. Here's the link:

http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/g...bmLocale=en_US

 

There is a link to the instructions under the price so you can check if you need to drill. I'd assume you do.

 

yea...missed that.. lol thanks.

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Ah, no drilling...might look into that kit.

 

Nice gauge. I wouldn't mind putting that one on my 07 NT as well.

 

Any concerns that the plastic tubing and the heat from the exhaust may be a problem?

 

I was thinking the same thing. I was hoping someone had one installed that had some pictures they could post.

 

I don't have one installed, but a few poeple who. they have never had a problem with the plastic tubing and heat.

 

Found this one. A little more expensive but you get a steel braided line.

http://www.jerzeecustoms.com/HDOilTrimKitTC.htm

 

I have this gauge kit on both my Fatboy and Night Train. Couldn’t live without it. I check the oil pressure every time I start the bikes. Just habit.

The plastic oil line will be a point of concern if you have extremely hot pipes. J@P has a “Russell Oil Pressure Gauge Line” that is a direct bolt on replacement for the plastic line Haley provides. The Russell line is braided stainless steel with quality fittings. J@P part number 740-026. Inexpensive at $40.00.

On my Night Train, I ran the Harley plastic line through a braided fuel line to protect it. Photos attached.
Note: On the side of the gauge is a small rubber plug. Put a dab of fresh silicone around this plug prior to installation. If the plug pops off, you’ll lose the gauge oil that the needle floats in. I learned this the hard way. If this happens, refill the gauge with a light 3 and 1 oil.

 

The plastic line will eventually be a problem. I just changed mine on an 03 heritage to a steel braided line for about 15 bucks. Should probably start out with the braided line. Mine was leaking oil when I was riding and it was hitting the rear tire. Good luck.