Harley Sportster, 883 to 1200, Fitting a "Dynojet Thunderslide Kit" !

[@staffa007]

how does the weight impact on the slider? isn't it the spring pushing down in the same way? I think that the 55g saving is negligeable especially on a ton HD :D

[@Donjacobson11]

There is still a spring pushing down but I believe the spring that comes with the kit is a weaker spring and the lighter slide makes it rise faster

[@3charactersforkhandle]

Got to say I do like the old how-to videos with a bit of chat. Love the fab work, but it's always learning and understanding the rational behind things that keeps me interested.

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you're enjoying the content Alex, and thank you for such kind feedback. !

[@davidpedersen9180]

My current 2005 Sportster 1200 that I just did this on today had always had cold natured ways. Even on hot temperature days I would have to pull the choke to start the bike and run for a mile or two before I could unchoke it. And I had an irritating decel popping, not to mention that while running at a steady speed I would have stuttering occasionally when the weather is cold out. My previous 2005 Sportster was the exact same way and I should have done this to that one as well. Now I can choke the bike to start it and immediately unshoken and she is at idle and there is no decel popping or cool weather stuttering and she is just smooth... I would and will recommend a dynojet thunder slide kit for any bike you may ever own from this point forward. Hands down DynoJet is the cat's meow.....

[@IntoTheWildernessBushcraft]

I just did this to my 1200 a few days ago. Great tutorial & I agree with DJ’s suggestion on the 170 main jet. On a side note, I was able to do this w/o completely removing the carb.

[@Nifilheimur]

Carbs are so underappreciated, No powercommander needed. easy to service, make the bike sound so much better and smell much better. Damn i miss my old sporty.

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha... there is a charm and romance to carbs that i think we all miss.. !

[@blackbetty883]

Hi Del , great video as always and of particular interest to me as I did the 883 to 1200 upgrade on my Sporty a number of years ago and still like to see how other people approach the job. I know I'm a bit late to the party with this but I noticed on the clutch install that you stayed with the standard clutch spring plate with the blue paint identifier on it , as I did , despite reports from different places that a stronger plate was needed to cope with the extra power. Long story short , it slipped when under heavy load going uphill and I ended up installing the upgraded spring plate which fixed the problem. Granted this was a 2008 Sportster , so fuel injected and maybe more power involved but I just thought I'd let you know my experience with it. Great series and excellent presentation from you and ace camerawoman Penny.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, I have heard this, but with a new set of clutch plates and eliminating the damper ring (which gives one extra friction plate), I should be all good, but of course it's pretty easy, if I get any slippage whatsoever, I can swop the spring over in the future! Thanks again for your kind words and support, always good to hear from you.

[@garya3056]

Really liked this vid, Del. Extraordinary presentation… I get nostalgic about carbs! Some day soon we’ll all feel similarly about injection… hard to get excited about batteries! Doh! Hope you both are doing well. 🏍👍🏍

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you enjoyed it mate, and you're right, I can't see the end of piston engines in our lifetime, but the day will come for people in the future and they'll never know what they missed! Have a good week there both, D&Px

[@garya3056]

@@Moonfleet41 yessir…! 😎

[@TechnMoto]

Del, you brought me back to my younger days with this vid. As kids we would experiment with different size jets on our bikes. Fun times. 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Fun times indeed Mike, takes me right back doing this again!

[@douglasphillips1203]

Great video. I've got carb work on my 95 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 that's sat for a couple of years & while not quite the same this build series has me wanting to dig into it as soon as I find a spare couple of hours!

[@Moonfleet41]

Good luck with your build mate!

[@robertrobb2367]

Why didn't you up the pilot jet to a #45 or #48 depending on stock setting?? Three and a half out on the air screw is a lot.

[@myz06rocks]

carbs used to scare me but as you've shown, they aren't so bad! Nice to see that the screws on yours weren't made of butter and previously installed with what must have been an impact gun HAHA

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha, had my fair share of those.. why o why do people swing on carb screws, they don't shake loose and don't leak.. just makes drama for the next poor guy trying to strip it.!

[@Jay0346]

Exited for the first start👍🏼

[@Moonfleet41]

Me too buddy.!

[@garyhardman8369]

Not an expert on carburation, very far from it! However, from my understanding of how a CV carb works, I can't see how a much lighter slide will help. Their kit obviously compensates for the light slide, by providing a different spring. As an 'old fart', I can still remember SU and Stromberg CV carbs, as used extensively on UK cars. These had an oil-filled damper on the slide, in order to stop it from rising too quickly. Love the video's D&P. Hope the tank pads are still firmly affixed to the Triumph! Hip is now fully mended. New shed arriving tomorrow! Just looking for a project to get my teeth into. Maybe I'll even put it on KZbin - lol. Much love to you both.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Gary, i guess there is lots of theoretical logic about the light slide.. but they do clearly state that it provides quicker throttle response and more reliable launches off idle, and i guess they should know having developed it.! The tank pads are still stuck fast even after regular washing, or so the new owner tells me.. You should certainly get a project going, even if you just have it off line for you to enjoy.. Go for it mate and keep us posted.!

[@bernardlesperance742]

Many thanks again. In terms of ownership and riding, which to you prefer - carbureted or fuel injected . . . and why ? Thinking of getting an older bike to do a project on but back and forth on which to get.

[@Moonfleet41]

Always prefer carbs, possibly more for nostalgia, but the slow revving old school charm just makes you feel more involved!

[@bernardlesperance742]

@@Moonfleet41 Agree ! Also much prefer the sound at idle . . . the true 'potato potato potato' sound. Can't beat it.

[@mikeopenshaw9128]

Just watched this and the previous video - lovely stuff - really looking forward to seeing the engine fired up - many thanks guys x

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you enjoyed it Mike, thanks for watching, we really appreciate it, D&Px

[@GrandpaFumblefingers]

Over my years turning wrenches (that is a spanner to y'all) I have installed more Dynojet kits than I care to remember. Never a "Dynojet Thunderslide Kit" though. Interesting. The light plastic slide is a good idea, they have been OEM on most Japanese bikes for at least a quarter century. It looks like maybe Mikuni stiffed HD to get rid of a some of their surplus aluminum slides. :) One caveat though, the plastic will wear out sooner than the aluminum, so hang on to the old one. Grandpa Fumblefingers, in the Sonoran Desert

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much for your kind insight, that's a good idea to keep the slide handy, but pretty sure it will outlast my use! Take care and ride safe there.

[@wobblysauce]

Spotless.. like the rest of the bike was cared for.

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure was mate... not so much with the polish and paint, but certainly with the oily maintenance, which is all that counts aye!

[@stevenmarry212]

Great stuff enjoying the series, i had a 1200 with hot coils, hsr42 mikuni into drag pipes, barret clutch. Was a veritable bling list and yet my boggo cb750 rc42 would laught at its best all day..

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing, you don't build Harleys for speed! The 1200 kit is all I wanted just to give a fistful of torque!

[@enduromotorradtouren]

I've never liked carbs. But it's fun to see you work with care. Many thanks, Günter form Nürnberg/Germany

[@grosbeakmc]

Hey Del and Penny, a thoroughly well produced and enjoyable video. All news to me and very interesting at that. The crack of long sealed fasteners as they break loose and the squeak of rubber gloves is music! Take care!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much buddy.. Glad you enjoyed it!, hope you're having a good week.:-)

[@nbowling10trio]

I'm definitely curious about the benefits of the thunderslide and jet kit compared to stock carb set up properly jetted. I will be fine tuning mine when it's properly broken in. I'm at 150 miles on my hammer 1275 cylinders and currently using their recommendations for break in period. I'm just looking for maximum acceleration when I feel like ripping it to 60 and passing power.

[@simonfreeman148]

Nice video, very useful to me. I've just put a rebuild kit in my CV but haven't changed the slide. Does Dynojet recommend 31/2 turns out on fuel mix, cos mine runs good at 21/2. Just wondering maybe another turn on mine may be even better. Cheers Del. 👊

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Simon.. yes the instruction clearly stated 3 1/2 turns out for mixture on my setup, and as it's just a screw turn you can make almost on the fly, then why not give it a try and check the plugs, see what results it gives you.? be interested to know mate..keep me posted.

[@simonfreeman148]

@@Moonfleet41 yep sure will Del cheers bud 👍

[@shaunglendinning]

Great video Dell! One for the archives which will come handy in the not too distant future. Great photography once again by Penny! Especially the closeup fine footage. Great job folks, much appreciated. Can't wait for the fist start.......

[@Moonfleet41]

Many thanks Shaun, we're glad you enjoyed the video, plenty more to come, thank you so much for your kind words and for watching, have a great week!

[@neillambton4065]

The self tapping screw to remove the adjustment cap, is it a left hand thread like a stud exractor, also known as "easy out`s"?. The reason i ask is that you screwed it in til it stopped the same as a standard right handed thread?. If it is a right handed thread, it just sounds like some may have difficulty using it?.

[@Moonfleet41]

It's not threaded mate, the brass plug is just pushed in with a slight interference fit, the screw's just a regular self tapper, you drill a hole in the middle of the cap, lock the screw in to it, and pull the plug out with pliers... the top 5mm of the hole is un-threaded.

[@motordown7664]

Great video Del. Step by step instructions nicely done.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@raydouglas5896]

Looks a good bit of kit.

[@robertlumsden942]

brought back memories of rebuilding a carb somewhat. I did my quadrajet carb on my 1973 covette years ago. good times.

[@loddude5706]

Ooh, that new slide looks interesting; though you may not thank a quick acting twistgrip over rough ground etc. Mind you, watching someone bunny hopping for 200 yds after a rough 'level crossing' is robustly entertaining. "Try to keep your wrist still!" - Penny, maybe best check that both you & the chip shop window are fully insured. A Stage One 1200 Harley on open pipes eh? - gentle post cardiac therapy, Dorset style! Have a great week : )xx

[@Moonfleet41]

Great therapy indeed Sir, the open pipes being the song of my people..!

[@kevinbyrd8721]

Awesome content! Thank you!

[@Moonfleet41]

Many thanks!

[@richardwhittle2302]

You made the black art of Carb work look very straight forward Del - as I predicted👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Richard, it's pretty simple and it's all laid out in the instructions to make it even easier... thanks for watching!

[@ObsessiveCarDetailer]

Del, you make seriously good videos mate👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate👍, you're very kind.

[@robertengland9352]

Excellent vid and good advice Del

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate 👍

[@yellownev]

Another top quality video, is it me but the ‘ sounds’ or cracking threads, squeaking rubber, metal on metal joints tap as they come together, the rattle as a screw is put on a metal surface along with superb close ups video that just makes this channel head and feet above anything else. Excellent both of you ! Keep em coming.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much for those kind and encouraging words Nev, that's very kind of you Sir. We're glad you enjoy the content so much..! Business as usual.

[@twinphill900]

Dynojet have a quality product. From the instructions to the parts, brilliant 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Totally agree mate.

[@Sigtrygg_Gale.]

Great job Del with plenty of insight, looking forward to seeing the first start-up, ride safe mate 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate👍, glad you enjoyed it, and yes. we are too.. fire up on Friday.

[@Butterfly07949]

Great stand alone video again Del as was the other one I watched the other day (Del's video on wheel bearings without special tools) I to have been seriously thinking about a dynajet kit for my newly acquired steed as well with its straight through pipes and pod type filters. Yes definitely a classic stand alone video for the future. All the best buddy x

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Marc, a jet kit for a pod upgrade will be a great investment, and they should give you the relevant set up for that in the instructions... good luck with it, let us know how you get on! Have a blessed week there, keep safe, D&Px

[@Butterfly07949]

@@Moonfleet41lastly Del all I can find out about purchasing a kit is from the USA is there anywhere in the UK at all as it is looking like a £100 mod for the kit, postage and import duty?

[@Moonfleet41]

@@Butterfly07949 I got mine from the Harley dealer mate, and they import them direct from the USA, the kit was just over £150... perhaps your local Harley dealer has an account with them and can order you one in for your bike??

[@Butterfly07949]

@@Moonfleet41 good idea Del i will try them. Thanks

[@tinks43]

Nice to see that it wasn’t all gunged up & was a simple task. Look forward to the start up 👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing mate, the carb was spotless and I was really glad of that! Have a good week!

[@coloradokid1346]

Beautiful job Del. Awesome video from you two.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy 👍, much appreciated!

[@PatriotNC1]

I forgot to ask you...what's your opinion on that slide being made of plastic and not metal. I know there is a weight difference, but in the long run, how do you think it will hold up? Thanks!

[@Moonfleet41]

Well these carbs are made for Harley by Mikuni...and every slide in every Japanese bike carbs has been plastic for the last 25 years, and never had a single problem due to slide wear... i think it's just Harley are behind the times.! plus this bike is 20 years old !

[@PatriotNC1]

@@Moonfleet41 The last time I had a carburetor on a bike was 1999. Lol! Everything else has been fuel injected. Just this past year I got another used Harley with a carb, so I've kind of been out of touch with this stuff. I appreciate your input.

[@chrispayne1029]

Great Video great job well worth the upgrade Del 👏👌👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Chris👍, simple task and easy upgrade..

[@davebalaam]

That looks incredibly similar to the Keihin carb on my Kawasaki ZRX! 🤔I would have thought HD would have used their own ones instead of buying them in from Japan! This is a fantastic video though. I had to rejet my own carbs a few weeks back and it's definitely a daunting task. Wish I'd had a video like this one to boost my confidence (though the one you did on the Triumph a while back was definitely a great help). 🙂

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi David. Whilst this carb does have the HD logo and 'Harley Davidson" actually cast into it, looking at the castings, i'd say it is indeed a Keihin carb made for them under licence, after all, that has to he way cheaper than making your own production line for that one component. ! Glad the videos have been able to help you too mate, thanks for the feedback.. Del.

[@tonygriffiths2485]

Looking really good, can't wait to hear it run :)

[@Moonfleet41]

You and me both Tony, big day on Friday!

[@bayoutrapper]

Hey Del, do you mess about with amature radio? I've been seeing someone on the two way radio channels named Del Boy. Just wondering I started watching your videos about 2 years ago and have a Triumph Bonnie, learned quite a bit from you about it, thank you. I also enjoy ham and c.b. radio. Anyway thanks for your videos and God bless you sir.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you for your kind words, that's not me on the radio, I guess it's a pretty common name! Really appreciate your support.

[@naterbud7802]

hey del, i noticed you didn’t install the dynojet “thunder nozzle” and the check ball with brass weight, is there a reason for this? i recently installed this same kit in my 00’ sportster 1200, with a 170 main, and i cannot get it to run right no matter what. the instructions also said to install on needle groove #4? please help. thank you

[@gerrypowell2748]

Always satisfying working with a carburettor,good video👌

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Gerry, glad you enjoyed!

[@JamesMcCreadie71]

Look forward to hearing it start.

[@Moonfleet41]

Me too James..

[@babycammaz]

Do you snug the pilot and main jet or do you want to loosen those a bit?

[@rickrogers2649]

The condition of this Sporty is pretty amazing. Props to the previous owner for keeping her well maintained, Now the bike finds itself in your shop. That is one very lucky motorcycle. 😄 Thank you Del and Penney for another awesome video. 👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks so much buddy, I agree, it's a well maintained ol' girl and am proud to own it! Thanks for your support as always Rick!

[@LS-uv9gg]

I feel guilty, not being super interested when the old dudes were talking about their bikes of the 50's/60's/70's. I'm their age and older now, and having my fav 80's/90's/00's bikes be the ancient relics of the past, gets tougher every year. I'm sorry, but I'm infinitely more interested in watching a carb rebuild versus a computer software download, so I'm a big hypocrite, dammit. Hee hee :/

[@Moonfleet41]

ha ha.. as long as it keeps an audience then people will always remember carbs with romance and passion.. Downloads are easy i guess, but just not the same aye. !

[@Cueballproductions1149]

Fantastic

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate... always good to hear from you.

[@springy-2112]

Tuning from my era ! Peace and love brother 👍🏻☮❤

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, simple and effective aye, no ECU, no computer control, just nuts 'n' bolts.. makes you wonder why we need all the faff of modern bikes aye..!

[@Rsbangera]

clean and crisp work ... awesome as always....

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy!

[@clark7169]

Very descriptive as always. Real pleasure to watch Del. Praying that the start up goes well for you after all that tireless work. Exiting times ahead! Ps I sent you an email regarding the coil bracket. Have a cracking week both. 🇸🇪🇬🇧🥳👋🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Paul, really looking forward to firing the bike up on Friday, long time to get here and it should all go well.. Just sent you a reply to the email too buddy..!!

[@clark7169]

@@Moonfleet41 Yes a long time coming but well worth the wait! Can't wait for Friday's episode. It's going to sound amazing I'm sure. 🇸🇪🇬🇧🥳👋🏻

[@jaredkish992]

Great video! Just curious, did you use the dynojet jet kit thunder slide for the 1998 to 2003 Harley? Also is it the stage one you did? Keep up the great videos

[@EdgeDynamicsEnglishRazors]

Quality Video..Cheers.

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you enjoyed it mate !

[@hanzgunther]

I heard somewhere not to spray the rubber parts with carb cleaner. Looks like it worked out for you

[@EricleNormand]

I had a Dyno Jet kit installed on my Harley Road King some 18 years ago along with the Vance and Hines and an S&S filter. Thanks to this video I can explain to my wife why....wonderful work, thank you for that!!👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome Eric, it's been the right solution for generations, quick and easy and cost effective compared to some of the software options too..!

[@PatriotNC1]

Ok...looking good. Wow, a Dyna-Jet kit. Haven't dealt with those since my '99 FXSTC and also working for a HD dealer in parts. I was hoping you'd fire that thing up in this video, but I guess we have to wait! Lol! Look forward to your next video.

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing buddy, it's been a long time since I did one too, thanks for your support, fire up on Friday!

[@PatriotNC1]

@@Moonfleet41 Nice! You're gonna like that 1200 power. I've got an '06 1200 Sportster Low, with a carb, so my bike is similar to yours.

[@harryw9598]

wright jets needle height and airscrew.

[@2dogsnight]

Have 03 Road King, want 03 Sporty !!

[@Moonfleet41]

And a beautiful Road King it is sir.. awesome with Ape hangers too.!

[@2dogsnight]

@@Moonfleet41 thank you! My son has 03 Dyna 🙂, black too - beautiful

[@renzovc]

another great video brother 👍 you really hit the lottery with this bike, the condition is outstanding, engine is good and carbs are super clean 👏 great find brother ! stay safe guys cheers from new york 🥂🥂🥂🥂

[@Moonfleet41]

We sure did brother, when we bought it I thought it was a raggedy ol' bike, and was cool with that, but to find internally it's been pampered and cared for is an awesome bonus... take care both, have a great week, D&Px

[@nickmitton7350]

Cant beat a Bruceie bonus clip!! Oops, I meant Delboys bonus clip. Nice tutorial sir!!!🏍👍😎

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Nick 👍... (oh and you're showing your age there!)

[@davidpedersen9180]

I have a 2005 Sportster 1200 custom and I should have done this many years ago, just did mine today.

[@biagioantoniofiorenzano2904]

This is good for 883 standard ?

[@rebel_ltz]

I wanna hear it roar!

[@andyhesketh4023]

Good video Del,can't wait to hear it when it's fired up

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Andy, me neither mate.!

[@thatbuelldude189]

I went with the CVP Emulsion tube and needle And also a vductor Also shimmed the needle .050 thousands And used the cvp slide spring On the buell its in i went with a 185 main jet And a 46 pilot It works about as well as a Cv carb possibly can

[@andyjrichie6709]

Great video Del, would it be more thirsty now, its quite a delicate operation, well executed

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes i imagine it will quaff a little more nectar now, 40% more capacity tends to do that ! but im planing to chop off a fair bit of weight, so maybe that'll compensate a bit..lol!

[@andyjrichie6709]

@@Moonfleet41 yes I can imagine it will, hope you are both well

[@Dead_Assassin]

Hel del...I think the plug on mixture screw is US models....

[@paulharast1958]

Awesome Job and It Look So Easy 👌 Penny and You Del Have A Great Week and Always Ride Safe 😀

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks! You too buddy, spring time and finally getting out on the bikes at last... take care and keep safe too.. D&Pxx

[@brian833]

hi Del, Really finding this build Fun! I'm not asking for a stand alone video, but can you give the compression after you get this hugger running. Please

[@danparsonage3884]

Video aside your looking really healthy mate, great video, hope you and the boss are keeping well. 👍🏼

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks so much Dan, feeling a lot better there days as the recovery continues, each day at a time and thankful for each new sunrise.. take care and keep safe from us both.

[@nicholasbishop3300]

Nice job Del Nick Australia

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Nick, always good to hear from you mate.

[@marklengal9990]

Dell. Have you done a video on the Bonneville jet kit?

[@Moonfleet41]

No Mark, i've never had that job come up so far.. but these kits all come with instructions, so are pretty easy to follow..!

[@Goldwing1500rider]

That’s quite a conversation…. Sliders great solution that more lighter weight.. so new jets will feed more fuel mist ?? Wish i am there watch you fire it up… gonna be Kwel!! But , BET you’re just anxious too!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes mate, can't wait to fire it up, it's been a lot of work and it should be plain sailing!

[@ratdog7050]

You have got to stop this!! I'm Jonesin' for a Sporty and my wife would not be happy. Not with the three other bikes in my one car garage which can't hold a car :)

[@mrjoneseastend]

I'm surprised Del that with all the restoration work you do you don't have an ultrasonic bath, or do you?

[@Moonfleet41]

I don't have mate ! on the wish list some day. !

[@iainduncan2363]

outstanding video del iv often thought about doing this but just looked to complicated you make it look easy m8 atb iain

[@Moonfleet41]

Naah, piece of cake Iain, just screws and clips, read the instructions, it's no drama.!

[@garyjohnson4575]

Hate those diaphragm carbs.

[@philnox7734]

Plastic is bad for the planit so i keep being told or is that bull shit

[@Moonfleet41]

Single use plastic is.. any plastic that can be recycled is ok.. so we're told..!