How to Install: S&S Cycle 1200 Conversion Kit for XL models

[@TheSevenboy127]

I just followed ur instructions and did my 1200 install so far so good bike starts fine no oil leaks engine sounds a tiny bit louder in my oppinion with the 1200 kit but anyways i am going to start my break in today thanks ur video was very detailed and easy to understand thanks alot of doing this video to help us regular joes do it ourselfs.....RIDE SAFE AND THANKS ALOT🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙💪

[@SSCycleInc]

Thanks Brian, you are why we do these videos! Send us pics of the finished bike (Facebook DM is best)

[@TheSevenboy127]

@@SSCycleInc im at about half way thru break in ive been taking it super eay and at 65 no highway riding i have not tuned with fp3 vance and hines so the idle isnt the greatest at the moment is sometimes shuts off when i come to a complete stop. I know its because i have not tined it do i have to wait until the 1000 mile mark before i can tune it ? Or will tuning it right now destroy something in my motor

[@SSCycleInc]

@@TheSevenboy127 Sooner the better on the tuning.

[@TheSevenboy127]

@@SSCycleInc hey need some help since out lockdown i havent really been riding decided to take a ride last night this morning i noticed a small leak between the front jug and engine case so ive been tryn to find new gaskets harley davison eagles nest to be exact tells me they have never heard of a 31/2 bore kit so they cant tell me wat gaskets i need to stop the leak i also noticed a small amout of oil from breather bolts

[@TheSevenboy127]

@@SSCycleInc running the s&s sidewinder kit part number 910-0294

[@taps_1021]

My favourite company.👍 Tc 124 HC in black will be my next engine

[@londonrhodes2429]

Wow this is an amazing video. I feel confident making a purchase now.

[@Audfile]

Got one of these being installed right now on my 02 983r orange.

[@Jubular]

Did you re-jet the carb, and if so what needle was used.

[@p.v.jayaprakash4494]

A very clear video showing steps to install. 👍

[@SSCycleInc]

Glad it was helpful!

[@njt4253]

I've seen a few of these videos and only one has mentioned that you have to remove the clutch spring plate. And make a few changes. Did you so as well ? Thanks

[@misfit_lifestyle]

Great video! Thank you definitely going to go with the 1200 kit. Is there a video on a more detailed head install?

[@TheSevenboy127]

This video is the easiest one online go with this s&s series of videos if ur planning on going with the s&s kit super easy

[@slgarra3985]

YESSSSSS look up Lowbrow Customs and for a much better series of install than this and with no fast forwarding through any steps. There are 4 videos and you will install this like a pro!

[@iliyakolev6700]

Is it also required to change the cams on XL883, 2011, or just this kit will work fine?

[@Truetoo102]

Thanks for the excellent video.

[@changaudio]

„Do not mix and match the pistons with each cylinder!“ My 883 to 1200 kit did contain the pistons separately, so I couldn’t match it to a cylinder. Both pistons were handwritten 3.4960 on the inside. I reckon they can be used in either front or rear?

[@SSCycleInc]

Correct, they are interchangeable.

[@changaudio]

@@SSCycleInc thanks guys 👍

[@leecoen2577]

great info thank you--

[@hasancuhaci8639]

Great video. Thx S&S cycles! i ride a 2005 883Low. it works well on 04-06 models with stock cylinder heads and ignition, right?

[@SSCycleInc]

Hey Hasan, these kits are set up to work with your stock parts, obviously except for the upgrades from the kit.

[@hasancuhaci8639]

@@SSCycleInc Thx. My bike is stock now. I wanna ugrade my bike to 1200 with this kit also i wanna install shorty Super E carb. kit too.

[@Norse77]

Hey I deliver all those parts. Great vid.

[@extreme44666]

What would be the difference on a 1996 883 sportster?

[@carlosixty6876]

hello thank you for the video. May i remap my ecu after this upgrade? And if yes what i need to do it? thanks in advance

[@SSCycleInc]

After installing the 1200 kit you will absolutely need to remap your bike. We'd recommend connecting with a trusted Dyno Tuner in your area.

[@theneanderthal6854]

What tires are on this? By chance

[@marcusallen7268]

I got a 95 sporty 1200 conversion from 883. Will my ignition be fine?

[@SSCycleInc]

Your stock ignition should be able to handle the change, yes. Though you will need to return your carb to handle the additional CCs.

[@rebel_ltz]

Wonderful video, thanks!

[@SSCycleInc]

Thanks Tom! We spend a ton of time on these things, appreciate the kind words!

[@tonozz23]

Hey everyone! Would anyone know if this install also applies for the 1200 into the 1250 kit? Cheers

[@N8FOUR3]

What exhaust is that?

[@АртемЛанге]

Are you used old 883 cylinder heads? How about ignition? Do I need change or replace it?

[@SSCycleInc]

883 heads and factory ignition would work with a 1200 conversion. Depending on the year may require jetting or tune.

[@АртемЛанге]

​@@SSCycleInc Thank's. I ride on 2000 Sporty XLC. Do i need to change my ignition?

[@SSCycleInc]

@@АртемЛанге Stock ignition will work fine

[@nickmduran7310]

do i need a special tune after that or its just ready to go?

[@SSCycleInc]

Assuming you are installing on a fuel injected Sporty you will need to update the tune, if carb you will need to rejet

[@rulaxjr]

I'm really interested getting this for my motorcycle. but I'm confused about the ring gap process. I understand the purpose is to make sure rings are inside toleramces, but what do you do if you find yourself out of these tolerances?

[@SSCycleInc]

If your ring gap reads out of tolerance, you will want to very gently file the ring down to get the correct gap.

[@rulaxjr]

@@SSCycleInc I already puechased the hooligan kit, do you know if I need to replace also all conpenent head gasket?

[@SSCycleInc]

You definitely will want to replace the head gaskets when you install your Hooligan kit.

[@robertbarger6439]

Do I need to buy push rods?

[@SSCycleInc]

You can run your stock push rods with this kit.

[@robertbarger6439]

Will this work for my 01 883 sportster

[@SSCycleInc]

Yes it will! The kit is for '86-'19 883s www.sscycle.com/products/883-to-1200cc-conversion-kit-for-1986-2019-hdsupsup-sportstersupsup-models-silver-finish/

[@gucci4871]

cool

[@goyeabuddy]

how about if the piston was installed in the barrel on a work bench 1st & then connected wrist pin when ass'y installed?

[@SSCycleInc]

That works as well!

[@Georgiadogs4life]

The smaller value piston belongs to the front or back?

[@SSCycleInc]

Not sure we understand the question?

[@TheSevenboy127]

Pistons are the same size

[@aarongoddard6865]

I thought that with installing a 1200 kit you’d need bigger valves, hence needing different heads ?

[@SSCycleInc]

Our 1200cc Kit bolts onto an 883 with stock heads and works very well. Larger valve head will add additional power on top of that, but is not required for this conversion.

[@mosesmarquez8425]

Do I need 1200cc cylinder heads to convert ... I'm stuck

[@russellhueners8499]

Notice the pistons are dished to lower compression

[@BracaPhoto]

What's the purpose of gapping the rings? Just to make sure there is a gap or to make sure it's within tolerance before you go through all the effort? Im a little confused on the purpose

[@SSCycleInc]

Ring gap is critical, too much and you risk blow by, too little and rings bind and hurt themselves.

[@rolandcamp1288]

Great video! Is there anything else you did to tune the bike with the increased displacement? I’ve read that on older carbureted sportsters it is necessary to change the ignition module, is that true? If not, do you need to reset the ignition timing at all? Can the stock carb still be used, do you install bigger jets? I’ve already put in bigger jets in my carb after I did a stage 1 upgrade. I’m looking at buying a s&s 1200 kit for my 2000 883, so any further info about what I might need to do aside installing the kit itself would be appreciated! Thanks

[@SSCycleInc]

Jet kit or replacement carb is important. Stock ignition will work fine. For the stock carb we like the Dynojet kit. Otherwise a well tuned S&S e-carb works great.

[@Salvatore3333]

@@SSCycleInc so you say that an 883 ignition module and stock sensor will be ok without any replacement to 1200 ecm or reposition sensor?? just wanted to make double sure cause since my conversion to 1200 bike vibrates the hell and breaks aluminium parts, also fouls spark plugs, please tell me thanks

[@SSCycleInc]

@@Salvatore3333 What year is the bike?

[@Salvatore3333]

@@SSCycleInc 96 on the vin but 95 on the frame bone however around that

[@SSCycleInc]

@@Salvatore3333 Should only require a re-jet to go from 883 to 1200 on that machine. Vibration and fouling sound as though there are other issues with the bike and we recommend visiting a qualified dealer to properly diagnose the motorcycle

[@raksdachamp5527]

Can ya’ll do one on the interceptor 650 with the 865 kit.

[@SSCycleInc]

We will soon!

[@raksdachamp5527]

S&S Cycle, Inc , buying your mufflers, also when will the 865 kit be shipping to India?

[@SSCycleInc]

@@raksdachamp5527 later this month.

[@SSCycleInc]

@@raksdachamp5527 End of the month. Order direct from us.

[@raksdachamp5527]

S&S Cycle, Inc ok looking forward to.

[@topherdalrymple6535]

I just hsd this done and now im leaking oil like a cullander.

[@SSCycleInc]

We would recommend that you inspect the installation, or take it back to the shop who did the installation. With proper installation there should not be any noticeable increase in oil leaking anywhere.

[@topherdalrymple6535]

@@SSCycleInc well i gave them 3 chances to fix it and they couldnt, hauled it with everything eles to colorado. Found a real harley mechanic. Alls well soon i bet.

[@Aivaras83]

I can't understand how 1200 cc cylinders can fit on 883 block? The 1200cc cylinder is 3,5 inch, and 883 is only 3 inch... What am I missing?

[@SSCycleInc]

Case (block) is the same on 883 and 1200. Sleeve (the tube piston rides on inside of the cylinder) is same OUTSIDE diameter on both models, the inside diameter of the sleeve determines the CC's and is smaller on the 883 models. That help?

[@Aivaras83]

@@SSCycleInc so, 883 cylinder slave is quarter of inch ticker than 1200 cc? Why 883 made such a fat cylinder slaves? So, HD started from 1200 and "downgraded" to the 883 - just a slower version of 1200 for new riders? As if they started from 883 engine and then upgraded it to 1200, I believe, in this case engine parts won't hold the HP?

[@SSCycleInc]

@@Aivaras83 Correct ----> HD started from 1200 and "downgraded" to the 883 - just a slower version of 1200 for new riders

[@Aivaras83]

@@SSCycleInc make sense now, thanks for info.

[@Salvatore3333]

@@Aivaras83 so 1200 or up higher cylinder sleeves are thinner correct?? cylinder walls thinner, is this good or bad?? i mean are they stronger resistant materials or what? for example the 1250 or 1275 have thinner walls hopefully stronger materials...ps..if i change heads from 883 to 1200 do i have to change pistons?? let us know thank you.

[@СергейИванов-в8л7т]

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