http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/ This is the XL Forum for Sportster and Buell Motorcycle Enthusiasts at http://www.xlforum.net en Fri, 24 May 2013 12:58:40 GMT vBulletin 60 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/ http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639365&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 11:52:55 GMT Just saying hello from Connecticut. Just purchased my second bike and first Harley, a 2004 XL 1200r. It certainly is a great improvement over the rusty 81 Kz 305 i was riding before. Looks like this will be a great resource as I get to know the new bike. Just saying hello from Connecticut. Just purchased my second bike and first Harley, a 2004 XL 1200r. It certainly is a great improvement over the rusty 81 Kz 305 i was riding before. Looks like this will be a great resource as I get to know the new bike. ]]> Introduce Yourself JeFries http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639365 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639364&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 11:43:38 GMT Anybody know where i can buy a video of how to do the conversion ? I know you can buy videos for regular engines but i cant find one for the conversion. Any help is greatly appreciated . Anybody know where i can buy a video of how to do the conversion ? I know you can buy videos for regular engines but i cant find one for the conversion. Any help is greatly appreciated . ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Photos/Videos 02Rider http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639364 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639362&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 04:31:39 GMT A buddy bought a screamin eagle street tuner and we tuned his street glide (basically downloaded a map). Aside this thing being a POS and a rip off in my mind from Harley (nothing at all like the screamin eagle pro race tuner) i noticed that the initial software version included maps for the... A buddy bought a screamin eagle street tuner and we tuned his street glide (basically downloaded a map).

Aside this thing being a POS and a rip off in my mind from Harley (nothing at all like the screamin eagle pro race tuner) i noticed that the initial software version included maps for the various years of sportster.

For my model, all were basically the 176FM005 map. Howwever, the software did a "connect to internet" and then downloaded a new version of the street tuner software.

In the files section, there were two directories for sporty. one called "sportster" and the other directory called "xl".... ok....wierd number 1

now, what has happened is ALL the sportster maps have disappeared. Wierd. Is this thing orignally designed for XL but for what ever reason they decided not to continue support for sportster. Wierd number 2.

Just curious if anyone knows the back story on this gizmo. It is not flexible at all..basically does not even allow adjusting AFR or VE's for the sportster, about worthless other than downloading from stock to slightly improved (stock harley) map.

The files between the SEST and the SEPRT/SERT are not compatible either...file extensions are different etc.

Anyway, it was not mine...it was a buddies..and he was happy with his FLHX remap so good enough for me....

just curious.... that's all.

Also am looking for a set of VE tables for 1200 xl with air and race pipes. Anyone have a powervision map that's been put into their PC software and can show me how your VE's look for front and rear?

thanks. ]]> EFI Sportster Motorcycle Talk (2007 and up) papadad http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639362 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639042&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 03:35:10 GMT So I have removed my heads and jugs from My 74. Its seems Every time I Dig a Little deeper I get a Few more answers, and of course Questions. So here is what I Know So far. I have put a 1.4 kw starter in, And it still locks up under the compression stoke. Burnt out 3 solenoids. The Flywheel... So I have removed my heads and jugs from My 74. Its seems Every time I Dig a Little deeper I get a Few more answers, and of course Questions. So here is what I Know So far.
I have put a 1.4 kw starter in, And it still locks up under the compression stoke. Burnt out 3 solenoids.
The Flywheel Is a S&S 4 13/16 Stoke
Pistons are S&S forged .060 over
The Heads have been Ported/polished. The guy I deal with specialized in old Harley Engines and said who ever did it knew what they were doing.
The Jugs look good as do the piston But you can see some shiny spots where the head bolts go. He says this is common for this to occur being .060 over.
The connecting Rods are S&S 1000f, And there was a .025 stoker plate at the bottom of each jug.
Now the Questions
1. Any one know what the compression ration would be with this set up.
2. I have enough room for another .040 stoker plate width if I do that would it drop my compression enough to allow my starter to start the bloody thing with out seriously downgrading the performance.
3 Since the heads are off im going to get compression release valves put in at a cost of about 400. Is it worth it and has anyone done this before.
4 If im going to purchase new pistons and jugs what ones are made to last ]]> Ironhead Sportster Motorcycle Talk (1957-1985) croplogic4u http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639042 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639041&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:57:01 GMT I made my windscreen from a Memphis Shades Del Rey windshield a few years back. Every now and again I get asked how I did it and what was involved. Here's what it looks like:



Well, I decided it was time to make a second windscreen. I figured I would take a few pictures along the way. I have no idea what I'm doing, but perhaps it'll help someone else looking to do something similar.

This time I'm going for a slightly larger size. I'm starting with Memphis Shades Del Rio windshield. My first step is to use a dry erase marker to come up with a line I like. It took several tries to get one I liked:



The dry erase is great because you can simply erase it and start over or adjust as necessary. However, it I outline it with a sharpie once I have the line finalized:



Then I use masking tape to protect the lower portion of the screen. I go right up to the line:



Then it's time to cut!! I use a jig saw with a metal blade. I'm sure there's a better solution. In the past I've used a handsaw, and it works just as well.



The one problem with the highspeed jig saw is it melts the plastic as it cuts it. So, once cut it rebonds to itself.



I just snap the cut piece off. Using a handsaw prevents this. But whatever works.





You'll notice the cut is a bit rough and so I start by knocking off the "slag" with a rasp file.



I also hit high spots with the file:



I'm not so worried about making the edge smooth at this point, but rather getting the shape right. Next I switch to a coarse sandpaper:



This is the edge that the coarse sandpaper leaves:



Next I cleaned everything off. Used a bit of solvent to remove the sharpie and any left over tape residue.



This is what the edge looks like all cleaned at this point:


I decided to try something at this point...


I used a MAPP torch, but propane would work as well. Just keep the heat moving. You are just melting the very edge. It doesn't take much heat at all.

This is how it turned out:


(to compare I'm holding the stock finished edge I cut off...it's not polished at all as you can see)

Honestly, the picture looks worse than it did in person. It really didn't look bad at all at this point. But, I decided I would try smoothing it a bit with finer sandpaper:



That resulted in a smoother appearance (trust me it looked better in person):



And after hitting it with the torch:





It's not perfect, but it'll do. You can keep smoothing it if you want. But, eventually I'll paint the backside and the edges, so it won't matter. However, if I wasn't going to paint it the way the edge looks now it's at least as good as the factory edge is.

I would be painting it right now...but it's pouring down rain. So, that will have to wait a day or two. ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Accessories Screw Loose Dan http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639041 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639040&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:49:11 GMT I was tuning my Carb tonight out on a test drive, I was riding down the road and a POP and smoke from under the seat, lost all power..... I pushed the bike home, and found that the wire from the battery to the starter somehow made its way to the side of the jug and melted through the plastic to the... I was tuning my Carb tonight out on a test drive, I was riding down the road and a POP and smoke from under the seat, lost all power..... I pushed the bike home, and found that the wire from the battery to the starter somehow made its way to the side of the jug and melted through the plastic to the wire... so obviously it shorted but I get no power. well I just put the key in the red lights on the "visor" come on not real bright but I push the start button and doesnt even try to start, no horn or anything. There is a fuse from the battery under the seat. The battery reads 10.53 volts..... Please any suggestions... the damn thing was running pretty good, and now its nothing.... I just picked it up Friday and fixed some of the major problems, now I believe I have more major problems than I began with...... ]]> Ironhead Sportster Motorcycle Talk (1957-1985) twfields79 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639040 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639039&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:40:46 GMT For immediate release: There are no replacement parts available for Brembo calipers. Not through HARLEY, or BREMBO. I was at my Local Dealership today and there was an issue with a customers bike. My BIL(future) was on the phone with tech services. Brembo is only shipping.completed... For immediate release:

There are no replacement parts available for Brembo calipers. Not through HARLEY, or BREMBO.

I was at my Local Dealership today and there was an issue with a customers bike. My BIL(future) was on the phone with tech services. Brembo is only shipping.completed calipers.. And they come pre-filled with fluid. They only needed an O-ring.. They even called Brembo tech services..


So if you have a Brembo brake system (from a H-D) do not take it apart as there are no service parts.

As I was leaving they were talking to a vendor who sells chrome Brembo Calipers to find out where they get parts....

So keeping fingers crossed... ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Tires, Wheels, and Brakes ReddTigger http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639039 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639038&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:11:45 GMT 1998 1200C

Lowered with progressive 11" shocks and a drop in fork spring kit.

It looks to be sitting fairly even, the front could maybe come down a bit more though.

Does anybody know the stock height measurements for both front and rear of bike? And where to measure from? aka rear shock bolt to grounds, bottom tree to ground, etc

Thanks! ]]> Frame Mount EVO Sportster Talk (1986-2003 models) portaman03 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639038 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639037&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:08:35 GMT I don't have Saddlebags, is there a nice place that by experience you have found to hold the registration and insurance card, besides your wallet or pockets?

I have an 04 XL1200C. ]]> Sportster Motorcycle General Discussion and Problems skypeace http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639037 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639036&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:02:31 GMT Absolutely luv this rear fender, can anybody name it? Also looks like he re-bolted the shock further up on the swing arm, hmmmmm. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Au1ftPEMQxI Absolutely luv this rear fender, can anybody name it? Also looks like he re-bolted the shock further up on the swing arm, hmmmmm.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Au1ftPEMQxI ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Suspension, Frame, Forks, Handlebars, Fuel Tank, Oil Tank, Fenders Lone Rider http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639036 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639035&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 01:55:52 GMT Guy on Craigslist has a single seat, passenger pillion, and backrest from a 2000 hugger 883 (3.3 g tank).

I have a 2013 Iron 883 with the stock single. My wife wants to go for a ride, and I don't want to drop almost 500 bucks on a new factory pillion, back rest, pad, pegs.

I know the hugger has a different rear fender, but other than that, it looks pretty close. its not a pretty set up, but I'm looking for a "sometimes" solution. if she doesn't like riding with me (she hasn't ever yet), I won't be out too much with the used set up.

anyone know if they will fit my bike?

thanks. ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Seating and Luggage Letof1 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639035 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639034&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 01:43:00 GMT I had to take the heads off to get a broken exhaust stud out. I am now trying to put everything back together. When trying to put the rocker boxes back on, one wouldn't sit flush with the head. I found that one of the pushrods is sticking up about 1/8" too far, so the rocker is resting on it and the rocker on the other side doesn't touch that pushrod. I looked inside and there doesn't appear to be anything in the hole. I tried lightly tapping the pushrod to get it to sit in properly, no dice. The other rocker box is great and fits like a glove.

Can anyone provide any suggestions? I am very new to this, so I definitely want to make sure this is put back together correctly.

Thanks! ]]> Sportster Motorcycle General Discussion and Problems Hookhands http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639034 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639033&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 01:38:58 GMT Im relocating my coil to the left side of the bike. I started looking at ways to move my horn to clean up the downtubes, and saw that there are kits to mount it to the left like the coil.....is there a way to get them both to mount up, assuming you are using a DK bracket for the coil? I know I... Im relocating my coil to the left side of the bike. I started looking at ways to move my horn to clean up the downtubes, and saw that there are kits to mount it to the left like the coil.....is there a way to get them both to mount up, assuming you are using a DK bracket for the coil?

I know I could rig something up but without the bracket in front of me im wondering what the best approach is. Thanks. ]]> djblingbling1 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639033 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639032&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 01:01:36 GMT Hi: I bought a 1997 Honda 250 then I did the MSF course last summer. 6/22/12 Rode it all summer and well into the winter. but was wanting something more. I just purchased a brand new 883Low 2012 had 100 miles on it. After a 35 year hiatus from riding this is my 3rd bike. Long story short my... Hi:
I bought a 1997 Honda 250 then I did the MSF course last summer. 6/22/12
Rode it all summer and well into the winter. but was wanting something more.

I just purchased a brand new 883Low 2012 had 100 miles on it. After a 35 year hiatus from riding this is my 3rd bike. Long story short my daughter purchased the bike took the ABATE class. She did well and completed the course. Dumped the bike the first day..Now scared to death to ride. She had been trying to get me to buy the 883 but I did not want it. She made me a deal I could NOT refuse. So this was as much a family decision as it was a " I want another bike" I had my heart set on a Heritage Soft tail. But I'm riding the 883 and lovin it! What a great bike.
I'm sure many of you have children that you have had to help out. So you know how I feel about this.. It's all working out. I'm on my 3r Mod already.:laugh
:D
Jerry ]]> Introduce Yourself Tutorman56 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639032 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639030&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 00:40:14 GMT I'll just start by saying I have to vent or the kid could die (not really die) anyways my new gf has a child. I'm not the biggest kid person but I'm trying since I know its a package deal. Mason is 3 and when its just him and his mom he's fine. I show up and he wants to be the biggest pain in the ass! seriously my eye is twitching! -I LUV XLF!--I LUV XLF!--I LUV XLF!--I LUV XLF!-!


So what should I do? I don't know where the boundy is here and well I need a drink. I now understand why she drinks wine LOL ]]> Human Relationships - Marriage, Dating, the Single Life BluBeaSSt http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639030 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639029&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 00:36:33 GMT So I picked up a 1980 ironhead, and also picked up a 1977 ironhead for my boss, got a a (what I believe to be) a great deal on both for runnin titled bikes. I am going to try and add photos, we will see how this works... Lol Mine: Image:... So I picked up a 1980 ironhead, and also picked up a 1977 ironhead for my boss, got a a (what I believe to be) a great deal on both for runnin titled bikes.

I am going to try and add photos, we will see how this works... Lol

Mine:


Bosses:



I put a starter relay, rebuilt the carb and installed new handlebar riser bushings in the bosses bike, mine I put in the new starter solonoid and trying to determine what CV carb is on mine to order a new needle and accelerator pump diaphram on mine.

Mine has the wide glide front end as well with a nice dual disk setup and a sportster custom rear rim with disk. ]]> Ironhead Sportster Motorcycle Talk (1957-1985) Curtis http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639029 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639028&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 00:33:15 GMT I am building my sportster and I want this seat. I've found similar but not exact. If any of you know where I can find it please let me know.
]]> Sportster Motorcycle General Discussion and Problems Bmarc http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639028 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639027&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 00:30:11 GMT I need to drill out the timing cover rivets on my 86 883. The manual says the drill bit should be a 3/8, but that's bigger than the whole rivet!
Anybody know what size I should use?


Sent from my HTC Desire HD A9191 using Tapatalk 2 ]]> Frame Mount EVO Sportster Talk (1986-2003 models) Spartacus http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639027 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639026&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 00:27:25 GMT I'm looking into a new modular helmet and kind of like the HJC model thats available from Harley. Another I've looked at is the Speed and Strength SS1700. Anybody have either? ]]> Gear - Helmets, Clothing and what not Sportster25 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639026 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639025&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 00:23:21 GMT I wanted to see if folks here would post some real 1/4 mie times from the track. Also dragstrip rider experience level( passes made), and some bike info. I love time at the strip and it is a great tool . I am new to HD and would like to see what some of the hipo sportys are doin in the real world.... I wanted to see if folks here would post some real 1/4 mie times from the track. Also dragstrip rider experience level( passes made), and some bike info. I love time at the strip and it is a great tool . I am new to HD and would like to see what some of the hipo sportys are doin in the real world. I like all the kill threads but want some real data. Thanks ]]> Sportster Motorcycle General Discussion and Problems jd101 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1639025