http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums This is the XL Forum for Sportster and Buell Motorcycle Enthusiasts at http://www.xlforum.net en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:47:12 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657911&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:32:48 GMT anyone using skype for long distance and vid phone calls talked to my sis long distance for 40min for free .gotta like that so anyone else specifically using skype online phone service anyone using skype for long distance and vid phone calls
talked to my sis long distance for 40min for free .gotta like that
so anyone else specifically using skype online phone service ]]> Off-Topic/General Discussion colonelangus http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657911 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657910&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:59:32 GMT Have a 2006 Sportster with no fire . The CKP checks good , coil shows 12 volts, new ICM, Bike spins over fine, just no fire. I was trying to change tssm to a tsm but the procedure will not work (no check light or key light) what am I doing wrong ??? help Have a 2006 Sportster with no fire . The CKP checks good , coil shows 12 volts, new ICM, Bike spins over fine, just no fire. I was trying to change tssm to a tsm but the procedure will not work (no check light or key light) what am I doing wrong ??? help ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Electrical and Ignition gypsyjester http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657910 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657909&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:57:05 GMT i have stock nightster front fork springs and spacers 4000 miles arlen ness big sucker stage 2 wrinkle black air cleaner cover new never installed to who ever needs them or will actually use them not sell them i have stock nightster front fork springs and spacers 4000 miles
arlen ness big sucker stage 2 wrinkle black air cleaner cover new never installed
to who ever needs them or will actually use them not sell them ]]> The Swap Zone colonelangus http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657909 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657908&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:56:54 GMT I just bought my first Harley....It's a 1999 Sporster 883 Custom and I've got a questions about the ignition switch.

I know my bike doesn't have the original ignition switch, and the one that's on the bike now is not physically mounted to the bike. It's just kind of wedged in between the top of the motor and the frame. I think I must be missing a bracket or something. How is the ignition switch supposed to mount to the bike? ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Electrical and Ignition Lukin http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657908 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657906&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:28:55 GMT Has anyone tried this? I know the efi bikes have the fuel pump and other such gizmos inside the stock fuel tank. Im going hardtail and the the fueltank looks a bit too big so i wanted to bring it down to something like a 2.5 peanut and frisco it. Will i be able to get all the efi crud inside the... Has anyone tried this?

I know the efi bikes have the fuel pump and other such gizmos inside the stock fuel tank. Im going hardtail and the the fueltank looks a bit too big so i wanted to bring it down to something like a 2.5 peanut and frisco it.

Will i be able to get all the efi crud inside the smaller tank?

Thanks for the help in advance! :smoke ]]> joker1200 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657906 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657905&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:21:37 GMT ...after I came to the conclusion that the Keihin was shot. I replaced the seals, accelerator pump diaphragm, and needle, but the idle mixture screw was rattling around and the bike wasn't idling at all. So, I picked up a stock CV from a 2001 Cyclone for 100 bucks and slapped it on... fired right up! I toasted the solenoid so she's kick only right now, but kinda liking it that way... thanks to everybody's help on here pushing me in the right direction:laugh

]]> Ironhead Sportster Motorcycle Talk (1957-1985) bob_the_hooker http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657905 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657904&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:10:40 GMT I want a laydown taillight, but I'd rather not do one of the LED versions, since I've seen so many mixed reviews about brightness and the need for a load equalizer... so I wanted some thoughts on the other options. I'm looking at Kuryakyn's "Laydown Replacement Lens WITH Clear License Plate Window" (not allowed to give you the link since this is my first post, but it's kuryakyn.com --> harley --> lighting --> taillights and turn signals --> pg. 2 --> bottom row) and apparently I'd need part number 5452 for my '05.

Question #1) When I look at the installation instructions for that part, the PDF says "WITHOUT Clear License Plate Window" - so I can't tell if it does or doesn't have one. (It's been a week since I emailed them to ask that question and I haven't heard back... gonna give the a call after work today.)

Question #2) I thought I remember seeing a review of a product like this, and there were issues with the bulb coming to close to, or even contacting the lens and overheating/damaging the lens. I'm guessing since they take the step of providing a different bulb that they're addressing that issue, but has anyone had any experience with this product to know for sure? I seem to remember the review I read saying that even with some kind of specially-designed bulb, that there was an issue... and that buying lots of these "specially-designed bulbs" was quite pricey.

Question #3) Anybody ever used anything else that they can recommend so that I don't have to worry about #1 and #2?

For the record, I have an HD run/turn/stop kit installed... in case that make sany difference. Thanks! ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Lighting jakebuganski http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657904 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657903&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:44:44 GMT I've been riding my sportster solo for about 2 1/2 years now. A few months ago, I met a wonderful woman. She wants to go riding with me. She would NEVER attempt to ride a motorcycle of her own. She is more than thrilled at the idea of hopping on the back and letting me tour her around.

I am not a small guy...about 6'1" and 260. My new girlfriend isn't tiny. She has wonderful curves. My delimna, as been posted on this site before, we exceed the safe weight limits for this bike.

Therefore, I have decided to sell the sporty on ebay or craigslist. I have been shopping around and REALLY like the new 2010 Road King in Scarlet Red and Vivid Black.

Even though I'm going to the dark side, I'll still use this site for my ramblings and local meetups.

I WANT THIS BIKE ]]> Sportster Motorcycle General Discussion and Problems Just_Todd http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657903 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657902&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:40:13 GMT hi guy's
once again i'm pestering ye all for help,
transmission oil changed, oil leaks stopped and primary chain tightened , gear change alot better and over all bike is in great shape.
my next project is putting on a sissy bar, i'm gonna add my own little touch to the bike by making my own!!!!!!!!!!
only prob is i'm not sure where it attaches to the bike? is it to the rear fender support brackets? or do i need to make a couple of plates to attach it to first?
any help or even pics that i could work with would be great.
thanks again folks , would be lost without this site.
ken ]]> Ironhead Sportster Motorcycle Talk (1957-1985) irishlad76 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657902 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657901&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:09:48 GMT wife had radiation treatment and when she went across the line yesterday all the belkls and whistles went off before she got to the booth.they pulled her aside checked her out and then let her go.the border guards are embassadors to your country they should act like it instead of being rude and... wife had radiation treatment and when she went across the line yesterday all the belkls and whistles went off before she got to the booth.they pulled her aside checked her out and then let her go.the border guards are embassadors to your country they should act like it instead of being rude and mean for no reason.the guys inside doing the checking and investigating were very nice helpful ,and informative.i do realise they have a tough job.
bottom line the sensors work really friggen good and i dont see how anyone could ever get some form of explosives across the line.. ]]> Off-Topic/General Discussion colonelangus http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657901 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657900&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:56:35 GMT Well? The wife and I'll be out and would ride with you. ]]> New Jersey Shamdog http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657900 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657899&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:16:44 GMT ...Irish Tavern & Grill, S.W. 130th Avenue and 112th Street in the West Kendall area of Miami.
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32 FREE kegs of beer, while it lasts. ]]> Ironhead Sportster Motorcycle Talk (1957-1985) Ivan RoachCoach http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657899 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657898&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:07:03 GMT I just put in a Energy One clutch last weekend. After my initial euphoria:wonderlan caused by getting my bike back on the road and not having to commute by bicycle, I was going home last night and when I stopped at a light I noticed a loud noise coming from the general vicinity of the primary... I just put in a Energy One clutch last weekend. After my initial euphoria:wonderlan caused by getting my bike back on the road and not having to commute by bicycle, I was going home last night and when I stopped at a light I noticed a loud noise coming from the general vicinity of the primary cover. I think I need to adjust the primary chain. I spent a bunch of time searching the forum before posting but could not find a general how-to thread for this procedure. Can anyone clue me in on how to do this or point me to another thread? 2006xl1200R ]]> Rubber Mount Sportster Motorcycle Talk (2004-2006) ultraeconomike http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657898 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657897&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:39:38 GMT Just a quick question.... will a stock 2-up seat from a 05 883C fit on a 07 1200N... I have a buddy who's willing to let me have it for cheap for the odd times I'm lucky enough to get a passenger(victim) to go for a blast.... I just dont want to grab it from him if I cant use it... Let me know... ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Seating and Luggage rpoz20 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657897 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657893&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:59:28 GMT hi every 1 , just got myself a sportster 883 thats got 1200 gas flowed conversion & love it.i live in rainey & cold scotland, i am a spray painter & i also custom paint bikes aswell ]]> Introduce Yourself deko13 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657893 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657892&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:43:21 GMT I'm looking for some straight risers (3.5" or 4.5") for our bikes that will let me use the stock top clamp. I really like the ones on Licks website but it doesn't say fits our bikes specifically. Any help?...black is preferred but not necessary ]]> EFI Sportster Motorcycle Talk (2007 and up) blacknblue2002 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657892 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657891&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:10:34 GMT I understand you can do 1250cc's Without boring cases. How big can you go With case boring ? ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Engine Conversions milmat1 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657891 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657890&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:42:58 GMT i think it would be really cool to see a full show of only sportsters maybe some of the real radical big twins but mainly i just want to see more bikes run! i havent checked out the site yet but figured all of us could bugg them enough to have an all bike race. i think it would be really cool to see a full show of only sportsters maybe some of the real radical big twins but mainly i just want to see more bikes run!
i havent checked out the site yet but figured all of us could bugg them enough to have an all bike race. ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Drag Racing 1982ironhead http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657890 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657889&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:13:28 GMT Found these documentary photos showing a cross-section of motorcyclists taken in the mid 1960's. If you look carefully, you can see an original XLCH with high level exhaust, a BMW, and some other very desirable old iron.

http://theselvedgeyard.wordpress.com...rs-and-beyond/ ]]> Sportster Motorcycle General Discussion and Problems ron521 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657889 http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657888&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:07:43 GMT Hello,
now I'm rebuilding one sportster and don't know how to do correctly pushrod adjustment.
I usually work with a big twins and there everything is simple because you can remove a pushrod cover without remooving a cylinder head.

So when its time to adjust pushrods you need to install cylinder head, rocker arms mechanism, then adjust pushrods then remoove head and install pushrod cover and etc.???? Or it is possible to remoove a pushrod cover without remooving head? ]]> Sportster Motorcycle Engine Conversions Lajmizz http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=657888