Comments on: Shocks and Running Hot

By: Customer Service

Customer Service — Tue, 22 Aug 2017 12:10:56 +0000

In reply to k.

Hi. You will definitely have a noticeable horsepower increase.
Typically riders would prefer a larger motor.
It may not increase the value of your HD, but it certainly will not hurt the value.
https://www.fixmyhog.com/video/harley-top-end-removal-008743/
Thanks
Mark-FMH

By: k

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 03:12:29 +0000

i am considering a big bore kit from 2013 96 ci to 107ci. nothing wrong with my stock motor. should i spend the money to get the power i want, ? does it make that much difference? does it de value my stock bike when if i want to sell? what are pros and cons?

By: Rich Osvai

Rich Osvai — Fri, 18 Aug 2017 02:06:23 +0000

Engine oil and heat. I have found using Schaeffers 20w50 V Twin synthetic oil drops the engine temperature down 20 to 30 degrees. Does not break down and stays clean. The best I’ve ever used.

By: Customer Service

Customer Service — Wed, 26 Jul 2017 18:28:31 +0000

In reply to Roch.

Hi Roch. I can’t say many negative things about Springer front ends as we are big fans.
A Springer that is set up correctly will give you a smooth & stable ride.
Neck bearings take a harder beating but if correct neck adjustment is maintained, bearings will last a long time.
If you pick up a used Springer front end, suggest rebuilding before installation.
https://www.fixmyhog.com/video/springer-front-end-inspection-001298/
https://www.fixmyhog.com/video/paughco-springer-install-012690/
https://www.fixmyhog.com/post/videos-harley/

Thanks
Mark-FMH

By: Roch

Roch — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 20:07:37 +0000

I am toying with putting a Springer Front End on my 2007 Softail Custom. I love the look but can you give me the pros and cons of the Springer Front End? I read one big con is the “pogo” effect at highway speeds. I am not interested in extending the rake, just same stock angle and length. Thanks

By: Benito

Benito — Sun, 21 May 2017 23:33:09 +0000

In reading some of the comments, I see I’m not the only one who wondered about over heating. I recently bought a Sportster and have never owned an HD. I’m learning as I go and am open to suggestions on how to maintain my HD. Thanks

By: Charles Chinn

Charles Chinn — Sat, 29 Apr 2017 16:35:42 +0000

How can I change my 88 to a 96 Cid

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 27 Apr 2017 15:40:04 +0000

Do u post on older hd like shovel heads

By: Customer Service

Customer Service — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 16:28:20 +0000

In reply to gordon lehnert.

You can add a little more sound with slip on mufflers.
If you add aftermarket mufflers and leave your stock air intake, you should be fine without having to adjust your tuning.
Remember, these Harleys are de-tuned and lean, “out of the box”.
Any changes you make to the intake or exhaust will make for an even leaner condition.
You can not remove your stock baffles without damaging the muffler.
https://www.fixmyhog.com/video/vance-and-hines-fuelpak-3-install-007295/
https://www.fixmyhog.com/video/custom-efi-mapping-installation-001395/

By: gordon lehnert

gordon lehnert — Thu, 23 Feb 2017 06:16:04 +0000

I own a 2012 FatBob with a little over 4,000 miles. I want to know how to make it louder without replacing the whole system. Can I remove the baffles without messing up the computer setting for the fuel mixture?