I cured my Harley heat problem........I bought a Honda Valkyrie.
@russellhanson4008Күн бұрын
My 2013 110 screaming eagle did similar as this one . They found roller lifters in the same as those , crank bearings bad , wrist pins were tight . All at 34000 miles .
@salmarinello2976Күн бұрын
What is your recommendation for an 06 Road glide with S&S 124
@jonathanglenn7793Күн бұрын
So what is the down fall on the early one? Dark Hoarse doesn’t offer a early style one? Thanks
@48grizzlyКүн бұрын
Evolution... Absolutely NO Question.
@FriedPi-mc5ytКүн бұрын
I solved the problem of winter storage. I sold my car and ride year round. But I’m in south central USA, so the winters don’t last very long.
@MM-tg5dzКүн бұрын
Every time I watch you’re videos it just confirms that Harley’s are a dumpster fire
@carlturchiarelli92342 күн бұрын
Kevin I know you’re a busy man, but I value your opinion greatly. Thus said do you believe there is any advantage to having a external breather system on a twin cam ?
@robertwatson8182 күн бұрын
Several BMWs are documented to have gone over a million miles with zero issues.
2 күн бұрын
Very interesting video, I have a 2018 M8 and learned alot about this engine from watching. Only thing I would suggest is that you talk through steps in the process for instance do's and don'ts when tearing down and specifics, ie tools, measurements, bolt patterns, torques etc during the rebuild. Would love to see the rebuild.
@nbowling10trio2 күн бұрын
50k not that bad on a performance build, of course we want more. I'm sure I would be looking for more by then😂
@juniorcopeland90822 күн бұрын
As a retired mechanic, hat had a small bike repair shop, I here you Kevin !!
@nbowling10trio2 күн бұрын
The lifters always tell you they're gonna give up right? Always a tapping right?
@j.robertvillarreal59262 күн бұрын
Bro. I told a family member the same thing and they didn't get it. We live in a world of 10 Gazillion genders. I worked 20 hour days 5 days a week and my wife at the time didn't understand it. My advice. Voicemail 😂😂😂😂😂😂 You job is repair, build. Not babysitting and coddling. Good post.
@JeffFryeSr-jm4vn2 күн бұрын
With all respect I feel I must point out one fact and it doesn't have anything to do with what you do but rather it is the fact that you used a thumbnail from a movie that I am certain I am not alone saying this so I will put it like this it is my opinion that you should watch the movie "The Goonies" because even though I understand it was an actor that played the part but that carecture was not only a good man but he was a hero and a friend. I insist that you take no disrespect from my opinion because it is just that my opinion and I also appreciate your videos and thank you for posting them sincerely.
@KevinBaxterКүн бұрын
Thank you for your candor and well thought out comment sir. I am compelled to reply and you may be surprised as to why.... I often hide easter eggs in my videos. It may be an item on a workbench, in the background, or my chosen words. These hidden gems are fun for me...to sit back and see who notices. Many are noticed and it makes me smile. You noticing Sloth in the thumbnail was exactly the easter egg for this video and largely the point of it. Goonies is one of my favorite movies. I have many....one other would be The Outsiders. To quote Robert Frost, "Nothing gold can stay". But to quote the character Johnny Cade as he is passing (the author S.E. Hinton actually), "Stay gold Ponyboy".....powerful...but I digress. Sloth had great character which was in direct contrast to his appearance. His appearance was metaphorical implying lack of intelligence and aggression. In other words...he isn't what he seemed. The image was used as analogy. In my piston ring example, a person has to choose their approach. One can assume another has bad intent or is ignorant...an idiot...and pass judgement on them for self benefit. Yet, in reality, that person passing judgement may not know any better. They simply don't know what they don't know...and another suffers the consequence of their own ignorance. I guess in short...things aren't always what they seem. Over the years...near countless times I've been told of an engine disassembly and rings not lined up in their original orientation. Incorrectly, this condition has been blamed for other issues...and those lead to another short term rebuild. What they thought was a problem...wasn't. This is only one of many examples. Sometimes, folks just don't know. And of course, there are those that don't know what they don't know. A key of intelligence is knowing one doesn't know everything and they ask the question, Why. If Sloth tore down an engine and saw rings all over the place...I'd be willing to bet he'd ask why. ;)
@1vasey2 күн бұрын
There is a difference between a technician and a mechanic.
@brucecycles4642 күн бұрын
Dunlop/Phil great job thank you.
@chuckbert31173 күн бұрын
Putting a bike on and off a lift always gave me anxiety, so I came up with a great way for me. I went to Harbor Freight and bought a small electronic winch with a wireless remote, I hooked it on the front of the lift. On the end of the cable I have a short SS bar that I bolted straps to. Those straps strap on tho the engine guard of my RK, I have Velcro on my turn signal housing and the remote, I fasten the remote to the housing and I have complete control of the winch with my left thumb. My lift is wide enough for my feet so I can easily and slowly under control put my bike on and off the lift. This has worked great for years, I think I paid 50.00 for the winch and 50.00 for the battery.
@MrBluto993 күн бұрын
Another great video👍. A point not discussed is that since a belt is run much tighter than a chain there is far less lash in the driveline, this makes a bike much nicer to ride when you are constantly on and off the throttle, like on a twisty road. Also FWIW a belt change is MUCH easier on a Sportster as the primary doesn't have to come off.
@michaeldeal78193 күн бұрын
How many episodes?
@p.s89503 күн бұрын
As tradesman, i find myself often quoting my long gone father, to customers. "You aren't paying for the hour it took me to do this job. You are paying for the decades it took me to be able to do this job in an hour". Thanks for yer vids.
@brettcreech34903 күн бұрын
Great video Kevin.
@cheyennecombs87563 күн бұрын
🙋♂️ 88 twin cam of course
@scolarichris3 күн бұрын
A chain needs to be lubricated and after a few thousand miles it becomes a big mess. 😢
@scolarichris3 күн бұрын
Please trim your moustache.😮
@PincheBuzo3 күн бұрын
Liking my evo more with each video. I wont get there first, but ill get there, ha!
@MrMurphc133 күн бұрын
Don Performance in Germany also advised that M8s like to have a CAT for performance gains.Im thinking about camming ny new RKS but keeping the stock header and hust using my KW 4.5inch slip ons.Is there a need to change the oil pump and cam plate?(inner cam bearing,lifters and pushrods will be changed).
@XLXBhorsepower3 күн бұрын
We need that 5 minute story on why you don’t want to know who worked on the bike last
@rodneyarmstrong15933 күн бұрын
Time is money and time you can't get back 100%
@ridesmajano40653 күн бұрын
The one you don’t buy
@ronadamson45953 күн бұрын
Whats the difference between a Harley and a Hoover??.the position of the dirt bag...😂
@ronadamson45953 күн бұрын
Hello from California
@ronadamson45953 күн бұрын
Would it be wise to upgrade your compensator as well?, curious..
@dalehennessey62653 күн бұрын
How much for hopped up twin cam head refurbished?
@dougcox25373 күн бұрын
I have been busy with the remodel of a kitchen and dinning room. Trying to do a little catching up. I have been thinking about this.
@billbobagginsbonham92394 күн бұрын
Get to the POINT.....Geeee'us
@JoeFurtado-xv5no4 күн бұрын
Just saw this video Kevin I thoroughly enjoy your videos they are very informative. I just upgraded my 2011 FLHX with a 96” TC motor with a new S&S Camchest kit, oil pump etc. based off watching your videos I took great care to measure everything to assure my crank and other areas within the camchest were in spec. I replaced the stock compensator with a dark horse comp, Barnett clutch with the coil spring pressure plate to assure I had no issues in the primary. Since the upgrades I increased my torque to 110ftlbs. I had the bike tuned and put in a dyno it throws out respectable numbers for a stage 2 with my set up on that motor. Thank you for passing on your knowledge it definitely helps with making sound decisions.
@cr-us9ch4 күн бұрын
Heres the problem with your rant. Shops have done this to themselves. Your right about one thing and that is money is hard to come by. The reason I say that shops have done this to themselves is because besides charging a high hourly rate to do the job which would be OK for a tech that is qualified the shop also adds mark up prices on parts and every other little nickel thing that they can make money on. I am all about paying a fair wage for a job, but when parts are marked up through the shop plus a higher hourly wage plus every other nickel and dime thing I’m not willing to pay that.
@moustachemike71284 күн бұрын
Hi speaking of a clutch upgrade. do you like the APM clutch setup its what been 4 yrs ya did an install ?? im real interested in put one in...running a 4speed on my 85 fxst with a bdl...and done with oem clutch baskets...lol..ok im not... i like taking stuff apart every other month to clean and readjust parts...lol HD strong ..
@tedkirkham55174 күн бұрын
I agree with you Kevin. Also you provide awesome content and I appreciate your shared knowledge you give us viewers.
@67Screwy4 күн бұрын
Great videos Kevin thank you for taking the huge amount of time to make them,I’m new to Harley’s and the motors so find your videos outstandingly useful,thank you
@stan55134 күн бұрын
If you badmouth other shops, your own mistakes will look much bigger. Mistakes happen.
@Seeker8874 күн бұрын
This old dog has learned a new trick! After reading motorcycle plugs for decades, earning respect from my peers. I feel this video has been the most informative piece of proper tuning information I’ve ever been lucky enough to come across. Mr Baxter thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and time with us. I’ve been missing half the story plugs have been telling me.
@lawrencetrapani56234 күн бұрын
Great thought and much appreciated! There is a place for the compensator for a reason! Well explained. To each His Own, you have shared the Facts Well! Thank you
@MikeGibson-er6dq4 күн бұрын
I like your videos and have learned so much. I appreciate your honesty and integrity
@ronaldgrant85014 күн бұрын
Very informative, thorough
@lancelittle39564 күн бұрын
Please, tell the story.
@joecummings12604 күн бұрын
I've got a shovel with a belt primary, and I hate it. Is it just me or do dry clutches suck? First bike I've ever owned with a dry clutch. Just not smooth like the wet
@48grizzly4 күн бұрын
The amount of business created bv the need to repair / replace inferior Harley products is astounding.