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Born and bred right here in the USA, drag racing has grown worldwide as one of the most popular forms of motorsports. Perhaps the best part about drag racing is that you can run just about any type of vehicle, including street legal Harley-Davidsons....
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Some of the most frequently asked questions we receive are with regard to extended control lines for oversized handlebars. For example, “I would like to put a set of 20” Wild-1 Psycho Chubby Apes on my bike. What length cables and brake line...
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While some saddlebags are model specific, the majority of the bags that we carry are a universal fit. You will find the dimensions for most of the bags in the product descriptions. The best way to see whether or not a set will fit your bike is to cut...
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Important information about Harley Davidson full wave charging systems (covering 70-05 Touring, 84-07 XL, 84-00 Softail, 91-03 Dynas, All FXR’s) 1. Battery Test: The battery needs to be a fully charged battery that has been load tested to ensure...
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In this segment, we'll attempt to explain the components and operation of the ESPFI systems offered on 2001 and later Softail®, 2002 and later Touring, 2004-2005 Dyna®, and 2002 and later V-Rod motorcycles. Ready? OK, let's start out with...
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As part of our annual exhaust mega test issue, we decided to clear the air on some of the venting vernacular you’ll see elsewhere in this issue. We quote below from “The Big Twin High Performance Guide,” by William Penish, which we used...
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Dynamometer testing has become a big attraction at the annual J&P Cycles® Open House. A few times each hour, some lucky customer won a free spin on the dyno being run by Rob Creighton of Performance Diagnostics in Springville, Iowa. But you don’t...
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One of the things many will do in preparation for hot weather is to purchase an oil cooler. It make sense. The oil in an air cooled engine performs a major role in cooling the engine, so an oil cooler will enable the oil to do a better job, right? Well...
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Batteries. We tend to take them for granted. They're reliable (most of the time), easy to maintain (if done correctly) and economical. But there are a few things you should know before you buy one and more important - after you buy it that will save...
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Summer riding means preparation and planning ahead. Here are some good tips to begin the season with. 1. Tires: Along with all the routine spring services, it's a good time to take a close look at the tires. Would now be a better time than later to...
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You know you should have a pre-ride checklist every time your scooter hits the highway, but how many of us really do it every time? Here are the top ten things an average rider can and should do regularly, especially if you're one of the many who...
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Electrical High pressure car washes can force water into the plug wires and electrical connector plugs. The water in these connectors, or soaking into the plug wires, can change resistance values and will cause poor performance and misfiring even when...
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If you're looking for a better way to transfer power, you may wonder if there's an option to the classic roller chain. Belt-drive systems are popular with a lot of Harley® riders, but they don't seem to be an option for a lot of folks...
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This article was originally published in the October 2000 issue of Hot Rod Bikes and is reprinted in the with permission. For more information on Hot Rod Bikes Magazine log on to their website at: www.hotrodbikes.com Thief + Bike = Long Walk Home Text...
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If your favorite ride has been stored for awhile, it won't be long before that first warm day lures you back to the open road. Before you just jump on the old Hawg and wail away at the starter, there is a simple list of quick maintenance items that...
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