Harley Sportster Project:- 883 to 1200 Conversion, Time-Lapse End to End!

[@tommylitchfield3450]

A perfect video all around! Great photography, editing, and of course, great subject matter! This was very enjoyable to watch.The most satisfying part of the whole video was watching the lifters slide down into their bores in s.l.o.w. motion :) A well oiled part in a perfectly fitted bore! I hope your New Year is filled with glorious noise from those pipes!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you very much Tommy, glad you enjoyed the video, we thought it was a fitting end to the project to re-cap the engine build from 2yrs ago. I used specially saved footage to create an end-to-end upload from approx. 3 months at the start of the project... happy with how it turned out and it also helps to realise how much better the bike looks now after a full restoration. Have a Happy New Year and thanks for your support!

[@carlosposada8434]

Ok my h❤h 🎉1?142nd te ee R3 4:29 de la conciencia 6p 5 4

[@DrRockter5150]

Lovely job, as always, my friend! You always mention "if you need a tool, make a tool." You gotta love the use of a bullet casing for a hole punch! GENIUS! I'm gonna steal that idea! Hope you & Miss Penny have a rockin' 2024! ...LM&R

[@Moonfleet41]

Thought you'd like that, they always tell us to recycle so I couldn't think of a better solution when I needed some ready made 5/16 holes to drop the bolts in... Not sure if NATO approves them for that.. but it works brother..lol! Stay safe both of you and have asafe and peaceful '24 too D&Px

[@MrZigge59]

Thanks for this series. It has been very educational and inspiring. Extra fun because just before your start I bought an XL1200C - 2003. Happy New Year from Sweden.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you for your kind comment, we're glad you've enjoyed... congratulations on your new bike, enjoy!

[@th3v1k1ngW4rri0r]

Looks good. Must be one of the few harleys I like!! Not sure if you caught it on faceache, but I now have a 4th xj900s diversion in a deep navy blue. Shes called JaZell.. and staying pretty much as standard apart from Front calipers, rear shock, brake fluid and some fixes she needs. Hope you both have a Fab new years eve. I'll drink to both your healths and fingers crossed pop by the workshop in the new year.

[@Moonfleet41]

My word.. Another one?.. there'll be none left for anyone else.lol! Take care and enjoy the festivities yourself mate.. and maybe catch you in the new year.. but make sure you give us some notice this time aye !

[@rickrogers2649]

Loved seeing the recap of the engine build. Great respect for your meticulous work and Penny's amazing camera work. I hope you had a peaceful and happy Christmas and I can't wait to see what you both have planned for the new year. Many thanks for all of your hard work. Every video raises the bar even further and I'm not sure how that is even possible. Cheers and blessings. ❤👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

We both appreciate your very kind words Rick, we're glad to hear you enjoyed the video... we thought it was a nice way to wrap up the project until the weather changes and the Sportster can get out on the road! Hope you've had a wonderful Christmas holidays so far, wishing you a Very Happy New Year! D&Px

[@throckmorton3705]

10:47 going back to the stock clutch with spring plate. upgraded to screamin eagle clutch pack without spring plate. the pull was insane, so i used the old stock diaphragm spring … of course it doesnt work well with screamin eagle pack but im waiting until it wears out before replacing with all new stock clutch. yes, it will fail in about five years of regular use, but just replace it again … screw performance clutches, i’m 62 years old, i just need a little bar hopper.

[@Moonfleet41]

I dont hold a lot of regard for "performance" or competition clutches.. they're a lot about bravado and bragging rights.. largely pointless in a road bike, way too heavy, (as you found) and simply not required unless you're drag racing or hill climbing etc.. just fresh new TRW plates, two extra steels and one extra fiber, and throw out the grenade plate..(which i did) and of course, using the right primary oil make a difference too!

[@Mikego55]

Just caught this video, thank you for not putting it to crazy music and inserting stupid comedy. I have a stock 2005 883 sitting around as my wife doesn’t ride anymore, and am considering doing that exact upgrade. Thanks for giving me inspiration.

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome MIke. Glad I could help, and appreciate your kind feedback.

[@garymicklethwaite540]

Dang, 28 minutes for a whole engine upgrade. I'm gonna have to ask my Harley dealer why it took 3 weeks to swap out my cam chain tensioner and lifters 🤣

[@shameless6963]

3 weeks?!?! I did a complete S&S 509 cam chest in my '02 Super Glide in like a day and a half. You'll hear 3 hrs, 4hrs. Not when you do all the cleaning on the motor that S&S tells you to do for their warranty. Your dealer is either really backed up or slower than shit.

[@СергейКовалёв-в1ю]

Стоя аплодирую мастеру мотористу. Привет из России.

[@user-gv5lk3wj9j]

@@shameless6963 or both.

[@IlhamZhaa-pt8my]

Byyv

[@johanneslarcher4934]

"Half an inch of movement on the chain" is making my day 😂.

[@LilYeshua]

I had a ‘88 Hugger that I bought new but wished I had the 1200 but Harley had the program where if you bought Sportster,you could trade it within one year for a big Harley and they would allow for the full price of the Sportster($3999)I traded mine in for a ‘90 heritage softail classic$11900). The best upgrade that I did to the 883 was a mikuni carb and kit made for Harley. With the Mikuni installed it only took a quarter stroke to fire up the engine. The Sportster was good for local riding as after fifty miles it felt like a two by six. The Classic however had the most comfortable seat and riding position coupled with a nice big windshield that guaranteed 400+ mile riding pleasure and I still didn’t want to end riding it for the day.

[@Moonfleet41]

Oh my goodness, that's a blast from the past!... I think they called that the 'Harley Davidson Guarantee'... I used it myself, I think I traded my very first StreetBob in for a FatBoy, maybe 15yrs ago now!... It's certainly something the MoCo would never consider now, it kinda makes you wonder where they're going with current pricing and who they think their market really is these days!

[@bernardlesperance742]

Thank you for another excellent video. I think I've gotten my self in a pickle and need your advice. Changed the rocker gaskets on the rear cylinder on my '09 Sportster without any real issues. On to the front cylinder and everything was going great . . . until I was torquing down the four main 12 point bolts (1/2 inch, black) in the lower rocker box, when the last one snapped (front cylinder, left side, toward rear). It broke only about 1/16 inch (or less) above surface of head. Nothing to grab on to. Wouldn't be able to drill down straight into it due to frame being in the way. What options do I have? What would you recommend?

[@Moonfleet41]

hi there, sorry to hear this.. pretty frustrating im sure.. not sure what equipment or skills you have access to, but you could maybe weld a nut on top of the stud and that can act as a bolt head.. if not then you may have to just release the engine mounts and lift the top of the engine across to the left just enough to cleat the frame and get a drill down it from above ! couple of possibilities there maybe ?

[@bernardlesperance742]

@@Moonfleet41 Thank you. Maybe moving the engine a bit would be an option for me. I'll have to figure out what it would involve in terms of dismantling parts attached to it - how involved it would be. No previous engine work experience and just the tools I needed for the job. Will look around and see what kind of quotes I can get for the job - starting with H-D dealerships as a baseline (which I'm sure will be much higher than I can pay). I did the gasket change myself to save money (obviously) but now it will probably end up costing me a lot more. Wouldn't want the same thing to happen by trying to now do this myself, especially since it sounds pretty involved. Maybe I can find an independent mechanic/machinist that could do it at reasonable cost. Thanks a lot for your suggestions, appreciate it.

[@enduromotorradtouren]

Good idea to have the whole project again in one film. Great result. And great to watch you over the shoulder. Happy New Year to both of you! Günter/Nürnberg

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you enjoyed Günter and a Happy New Year to you to... or should we say 'Frohes Neues Jahr'!

[@enduromotorradtouren]

@@Moonfleet41 Frohes Neues Jahr!

[@jeremysaunders9916]

Love watching you work Del, not done much tinkering on my bike since my bike accident 4 years ago, not ridden a bike either !. Have a 2003 sportster custom that I want to convert to mid controls and spoked wheel on rear, this is inspiring me , used to watch you all the time in the past ,thanks and look after yourself.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank so much mate, and welcome back.. i hope you're fully recovered from the accident now, what a shame it kept you off the bike for so long. . Good luck with getting it back on the road, they're pretty robust and timeless, so shouldn't be any real dramas...

[@Goldwing1500rider]

Super nice !! Made it look soo easy !! But… I know there’s struggle here and there… I’m kinda surprised there’s more stuff on heads, gaskets and all. Video director did great job with lot’s patience and dedication plus details in areas. Awesome 👍🤟🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you for such kind words, glad you enjoyed the video, it just felt like a fitting way to round off the project by just re-capping the big mammoth job at the beginning as that's the furthest away part of the build... Take care and have a Happy New Year, D&Px

[@Goldwing1500rider]

Likewise! 🎉

[@911blackychan]

Hey Del! Thank you for these videos. I found them right after I bought a 2000 sportster! The more I dig into the bike though the more I realize all that’s been customized. What would you say is the best way to tell if my bike has been converted to a 1200 kit??

[@Moonfleet41]

That's pretty easy mate, if you're in the UK I'm presuming, just go online and check the MOT history and it'll tell you what engine size it was at first MOT at 3yrs old... also, DVLA will have a record of the change if it's recorded on the V5 as a 1200 and was previously 883, and if you're not in the UK, then you could check the engine number, am sure there's plenty of online information, perhaps even with your local main dealer to find out what it is... just a case of doing a bit of research mate.

[@TransMotoLife]

Great video, and hello from Virginia Beach, VA here in the US. Hoping to give my 2020 Iron 883 this same upgrade sometime next year. I've done a lot of visual mods as well as exhaust, and now I'm ready for some power!! Thanks for all of your helpful content sir!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much for your kind words... and how great to hear from you from beautiful VA... am glad to hear the video inspires and you certainly will notice a huge difference when you make this upgrade!

[@DG-hb8rh]

Dang now ya got me thinking about it, do ya think that upgrade is a little late for my 02 883c, w/ about 95k miles on it ? . Starting to burn and smoke a little . I probably should've done it a few miles back

[@donaldwycoff4154]

My wife has the same bike, same year, that she purchased in an estate sale. The original owner had the screaming eagle enhancements, and her bike seems really fast. Is there a reasonably simple way to determine if the 1200 conversion was done? A mechanic said he'd have to disassemble the motor to find out, and to me it seemed like if you could remove the spark, put something to measure the cylinder head down-stroke air intake pulled through the spark plug hole that it might tell you within a margin of error if it is 883 or 1200. Just curious if there's a simple way.

[@Moonfleet41]

That won't work buddy as the length of the stroke is unaffected by changing the pistons, the crank hasn't been changed, so the stroke should be identical... The best way is, perhaps, with a Dyno Run if you have that facility anywhere, an 883 should be making about 45 ft.lbs. of torque and a 1200 should more like 65 ft.lbs. - there's a big difference, that will be conculsive proof!

[@samking73]

​@@Moonfleet41actually the shop manual tells how to check by removing the plug and sticking a piece of wire in then measuring the wire distance. You can get a manual free online.

[@throckmorton3705]

how does the 1200 bore kit work with the 833 engine? is the gearbox, crank etc the same as the stock 1200s? seems like you would be adding undue stress to the rest of the engine, but maybe im wrong. i know all those upgrades to the M8 wind up chewing up the stock gearboxes etc.

[@Moonfleet41]

The only difference between the 883 and 1200 engines other than the pistons and pots.. was the front primary sprocket.. they're smaller on the 883 to give lower gearing to help it pull away with so much less power...Other then that, it's the same bottom end! and this then gives a lower geared 1200, making it a lot of fun to ride. (which incidentally, is what the factory decided to do on the XR1200, by using the 883 crank sprocket, they made the better performance figures they wanted for that model.!

[@throckmorton3705]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks. ive been looking at the XR1200 …

[@JNAMOTORSPORTS]

No! Its a harley they are under stressed to begin with have at it

[@Eak12345]

What’s the difference between the hk for the 883 and 1200? I think the 883 has something like 54 hk or something? I’m looking for my first bike atm, I was going to buy a adventure touring bike but I tried a 883 sportster (2006) yesterday and I fell in love with it, I love the smaller frame of it but I felt it was lacking some power! They wanted €4.4k for it and it had only 20k kilometers on it. I’ve found a 2004 883 that has had a conversion to 1200 and it only has 12k kilometers on it for €5.5k but it’s a 3 hour drive there so I need to read up on it before I’m going there (and most likely end up buying it) but if it has a little more omph to it than the 883 then I’m sold!

[@JNAMOTORSPORTS]

Usually more compression and cams

[@Leonard-kd7uj]

And can mean less reliable so be carefully what you wish for if you don't max out your 883 and not on you tube leave we'll alone

[@Eak12345]

@@Leonard-kd7uj I ended up buying a xl sportster 1200 instead of the converted 883 and I love it! Screaming eagle has a sweet sound but I had to switch to the original sound or I would wake the whole neighborhood when going for a ride lol

[@Leonard-kd7uj]

​@eak666 think you made the right decision noise wise I have a 2013 street bob with vance and hines if I plan a early ride push her out of my road before starting glad you like your new bike ride safe

[@dormiv]

Im about to do same conversion, but the big question, you didnt worked out your heads? Can i use the stock 883 heads with the 1200cc kit, and what about the relation of the chanber? Thanks for reading! Awesome video

[@Moonfleet41]

Works just fine with the standard 883 heads, of course you can do what ever you wish, take the tuning as far as you want to.. but im happy with just the pistons and barrels upgrade and adjust the fueling... Runs so much cleaner and stronger than before..

[@dormiv]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks!

[@matthewhalpin8351]

Bad idea putting Loctite on engine cover bolts could lead to stripping treds from the engine cases I never had one come loose if nipped up properly...

[@rizzo3689]

Great video. Just one question. I have a 1995 883 sportster that I'm working on and want to install a 1200 kit on it. From videos I've found some have changed out the cams. I even saw a vid from lowbrow that changes the cams with an S&S Hooligan kit...they mention that since they have a 2003 sportster they don't have to change the pinion gear. Seems like it would be a pain to change that. Anyway, do I need to change cams with a 1200 upgrade for this 1995 883? What year is the sportster in this vid? Thanks in advance!

[@riyadi_ajah]

SANGAT JELAS TUNTUNANNYA... TERIMA KASIH, PAK... 🙏🙏🙏

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome!

[@craigcopplesr5857]

i have an 02 883 and would love to do this, questions though, one ,what kits are available and the cost, two over all actual time to do it, and three based on a skill level rating of 1 being a certified harley tech to a 5 of a weekend mechanic what would be your rating for someone to do this

[@Moonfleet41]

I can't really answer that mate, mechanical skills are so varied and individual it would be just a random guess, i can only advise that you do all the reading and reseach you can if you're going to attempt a job of this level, and be confident in your skills, tools and equipment before you start, and go from there.. Either way, good luck with it and remember to enjoy the work.

[@mikef.1000]

I don't really like Harleys... BUT I have to say how well designed and engineered this motor looks! And full cudos to the mechanic for his skills, care, and knowledge of what he's doing.

[@grosbeakmc]

Hiya Penny and Del - great recap video! It was nice to see all of the hard work in one place. Take care, dear friends. Be well, ride safe... and all the best of the season to you!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much buddy.. it was made from some specially saved footage from the first three months of the build, just to be able to recap in this way at the end.. like you say, all in one place, a condensed run through of a heck of a lot of work..! Take care and enjoy the New Year celebrations.. won't be sorry to see the back of this one..! Stay safe aye.. D&Pxx

[@cachoamrein3110]

Que buen trabajo!!! Asì se debe realizar el armado de un motor, por eso es tan importante utilizar las herramientas adecuadas y aplicar los torques requeridos para evitar barrer una rosca. Cada paso en el ensamble bien realizado es una garantìa de buen funcionamiento a posterior. Saludos desde Santa Fe, Argentina 👋👋

[@Moonfleet41]

You're absolutely right, with care and patience you will achieve a good result! Take care and be safe.

[@Ed-ty1kr]

13:40 At this point I stop, look over to that drawer, and begin my internal debate over at that power clutch release ramp. Is it worth it... or is it just added wear on the primary release seat?

[@kalstewart1971]

👍🏾 @Dellboy, I watched this when I was 3/4 of the way asleep so, the thumbs up was the safest way to comment. 😅 Good video though and the no talking really helped focus on what you were doing.

[@johnready630]

Excellent conversion . The only thing you missed was changing the drive from the 27 tooth to the 30 , makes a HUGE difference.

[@Moonfleet41]

Whick drive do you mean, the primary sprocket or final drive front sprocket?

[@johnready630]

@@Moonfleet41 final drive to the belt . 883 come with the 27 while the 1200 comes with a 29 but you can get a 30 and install with no mods 31 or 32 tooth you have to trim the case. This is what I did with my 1995 1200 conversion and the difference was awesome.

[@Moonfleet41]

@@johnready630 Ah i see, well if you fancied watching the whole project build, you'll see i went with a chain and sprockets conversion to create just that gearing..

[@johnready630]

@@Moonfleet41 Sorry , I missed that.

[@Moonfleet41]

@@johnready630 No worries mate, appreciate you watching.

[@J2I3H]

Hey Del, just a tool tip: look at the Wera Zyklop ratchet sets, they have a swivel head, makes for fast wrenching😎 Im looking into buying a sportster, love the hd rumble. Thanks for the video Haha then I saw 25:50😂 you already use them👌

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing mate, fantastic little kit and a very clever little mechanism!

[@titusrider7948]

I'm just starting this video and I have to admire your "No oil" flag on the reservoir. 😊 I like that you're not talking over the vid, it keeps the focus and concentration on what you're doing

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, just once or twice, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@halrichard1969]

I like your attention to detail. You work with your hands and brain like a master. Only people who really enjoy what they do accomplish with such ease. Thanks for your contribution.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much 😀

[@popstevn2914]

You are a great engineer. I wish you were close to our country

[@martinquinn3382]

A huge job, I didn't think ! Cheaper to buy an already 1200 I guess ? Great mechanic !

[@Moonfleet41]

Not cheaper if you already own an 883 and want a 1200 ! Just a thought !

[@renzovc]

Great video brother !!! This project was one of my favorites since around that time I got my first Harley Davidson ever , my sporster !! Learned so much from you brother !!!! Keep up the great work !!! Stay safe guys cheers from New York !!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Moonfleet41]

That's great to hear Renzo, we're so glad we're able to help around the world, especially the beautiful NYC! Have a wonderful 2024, lots more planned, D&Px

[@davebryant6905]

Good job and thanks for not putting a silly sound track to it all.

[@Moonfleet41]

No worries, thanks for watching.

[@marcliebich9166]

I don't care for anything Harley... having said that, I must also say that you are quite good at what you do and have excellent building skills. You made me appreciate a Harley Davidson for the first time. Bravo.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much. I appreciate that!

[@iliyakolev6700]

Dear Mr. Delboy, I admire your precise work. May I ask if remap after the 883 to 1200 S&S conversion is required immediately or is better to be done after the break in period. It is 2011 sportster and kit includes cylinders and pistons? Is there a risk for the engine to overheat if make the break in without remap? Can the VH4 fuelpack do the remap instead of Dyno? Thank you in advance and best wishes from Bulgaria.

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes i would always remap an EFI motor after the 1200 upgrade, you'll want to best benefits of all that investment, and if you get it set up by a dyno shop you really will enjoy the best advance in power and performance !

[@iliyakolev6700]

Thanks a lot for your help. However, not clear the remap prior or after the break in period.

[@Moonfleet41]

Right away, as soon as you fire up the bike.!

[@danieletugnoli8636]

You have to adjust your ignition timing properly.... otherwise the engine can be damaged... vh4 could be your friend but imho better powervision... otherwise bring your ride to a prof

[@jshman]

바이크 기술자분들의 영상을 시청하는건 제게 큰 즐거움 입니다. 구독 했어요. 감사합니다.🎉🎉

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you and welcome aboard!

[@LS-uv9gg]

Looking back at this as a whole picture again, wow! what a transformation! Puts it back into a bit more perspective, for sure. The tool ASMR is the crowning touch :) Hope you are having an awesome Christmas holiday, and all the best for 2024!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you for noticing the work that's gone in to this video, we thought it a nice way to finish the project until the weather breaks and I can get out... glad you enjoyed it, and we both appreciate all your support, wishing you a very Happy New Year, D&Px

[@MannyFontes1968]

That's a nice conversion you did there Del, it makes me miss riding my 1200 custom who is just sitting in my garage at the moment. I definitely need to give some TLC before putting it back on the road.

[@Moonfleet41]

Good time to get it done in the winter, then you can enjoy some summer days out riding! Thanks for your support!

[@yigido5821]

I have never seen such clean workmanship. Bravoo Supper

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much 😀

[@EvoSuFFr]

Seems like you went strictly by the book on this one. I respect that, bro. Great job🤘🏽

[@Kubotahonda5]

Absolutely satisfying ☺️❤🏍️🛠️⚙️ I enjoyed so much, thanks 🙏 you are a genius 🧑‍🔧 next time plz upload the fat bob exhaust upgrade - from Tokyo Japan 🎌

[@АлександрКовалев-ш9п]

Отличное видео ! Но возможно мастер показал не все , или не все сделал. На Снятых головках цилиндров желательно проверить плоскости прилегания ,особенно заднего целиндра.

[@cesarrigobelo4567]

Sensacional! O cuidado e a sutileza com as peças. Parabéns...!

[@Moonfleet41]

Muito obrigado, você é muito gentil.

[@RichValentine1972]

Why not go with the full S&S set up, and better exhaust? Just curious.

[@Moonfleet41]

This video was a timelapse of just the engine build.. everything else was covered in the playlist full of subsequent videos..... check it out.!

[@capman911]

I watched the complete video and can't wrap my head around why you cut the bottom off the right side plate. Great sounding machine.

[@Noneyurbusiness]

That is a professional mechanic ladies 💪🏼

[@paulradcliffe2391]

Nice one Del 👍 Gonna watch the full build series of videos now 👍 Keep up the good 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Paul👍 Enjoy the series, ans thank you for your support.

[@atilasaruhan_2488]

Çok büyük bir dikkat, hassasiyet ve zevkle izledim. Kendinizi çok iyi yetiştirmişsiniz. Olması gereken haliyle çok güzel bir revizyona imza attınız. Takdir ve Teşekkürlerimi arz ederim.

[@Moonfleet41]

Desteğiniz ve teşvik edici sözleriniz için çok teşekkür ederiz, içeriği hazırlarken büyük özen ve çaba gösteriyoruz, bu nedenle takdir edildiğini bilmek güven verici.

[@titusrider7948]

Great idea making a jig to hold the screws 😊 I'm getting the feeling you may have done this before? 🙄

[@jamesfairmind2247]

No de-coke of the heads or regrind of the valves?

[@Moonfleet41]

14k mile engine!

[@haroldyazzie3538]

Your truly the best del! Your advice on putting alittle grease on the inspection cover gaeket really worked for me😊 appreciate you, brother!

[@Moonfleet41]

Ah so glad to be able to help brother, sounds like you're enjoying your project, would love to see, drop us a line anytime at [e-mail]

[@FlavioRicardoQ]

Um motor que foi bem cuidado durante sua vida!!! Muito bom.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thnk you for your kind words, it was indeed!

[@adailtoncamposrochacamposr8759]

Sensacional.....Perfeito. Nota: 1.000 parabéns!

[@wilsonkee2078]

Great editing video as always. Never missed the important part of removing/installing that after watching your video, the feeling is like, hey , i can also do it !!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy... Glad it helped!

[@billandrosejackson8676]

Another find video … I’m curious why you cut out the bottom of the trans case ?Is this your speedy hell raiser or an excuse for a run to the grocery store.I sometimes do this to the wife lol forget little stuff .Oh really hunny did we forget that…lol

[@robert-wr6md]

That was great, very Millyard, just needed a current bun. Seriously that was a beautiful thing to watch. Couldn't work out why you cut the case?

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, appreciate your kind words, am glad you enjoyed it... trimming down the cam chest is purely a visual aesthetic to modify the look and appearance of the engine, makes it look a little more vintage!

[@daveyjawbone]

I really enjoyed this vid! I was wondering what that small T style torque wrench was?

[@LilYeshua]

I see that Harley replaced the troublesome rubber intake manifold with a metal one.

[@paulrobinson7881]

Well done del really enjoyed that plus having extra horses under the saddle cant be that bad 😁

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Paul, and being 25% more cubes, they'll be hauling horses not wizzing horses... So it's all Torque !! and everyone know there's nowt like more displacement in the basement lol!

[@jimandnancymcoil]

​@@Moonfleet41 I have a 1986 1st year Evo Sportster, that was converted by 50 year Certified H-D Tech, his personal bike! It has been lowered, lighten, 140 rear tire, 4 speed chain, S&S carb, it has all 1998 tin, Sun Wheels, etc. I've owned flatheads, panheads, 76 KZ 900, 78 Z1R 1000, & the 86 Sporty is my favorite! I bought this bike in 1998, when I was 48, rode it to Laconia a week later? I am now 75, & I still have the bike? I've ridden a few XLCH Strokers over the years, I think my Bike is more peppy? My understanding is when the 883 & 1200 come down the assembly line, the engines do not get balanced? When you take your 883 to a reputable engine builder, He balances everything, to make your 1200 smooth?? Just Sayin??

[@jimandnancymcoil]

I forgot to mention, when you enlarge a 900 cc bike to 1200 cc, you have increased it, 33%, giving you 25% more cubes? Go Figure?

[@mnavrrojr]

Dang Dude…I could watch you all frigging day! I love watching a master at work!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you.

[@rsbharley4766]

Excellent way to end the build, well done mate. Hope Penny and you had a great Christmas, not to wet and cold I hope. Take care, Cheers.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, what a year it's been, can't believe another one's gone by... really must get out and ride more... when the rain stops lol Wishing you a Happy New Year, and thanks for all your support, D&Px

[@XLR8RRICK]

Should it not get a bigger exhaust ? You now have 50% more volume of exhaust gases.

[@Moonfleet41]

Perhaps logical, but not necessary, just fit some free flowing silencers to let it breath.

[@jeremyjamison8832]

Very nice job! Your attention to detail is very impressive.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much!

[@Кошакаобосака12]

Здравствуйте. А почему головки старые? Они будут справлятся с увеличенным обьемом?

[@semperfidelis8386]

more to it than just swapping out top end parts.....how many hours you get for that job?

[@chinatownboy7482]

Amazing how he wore the same clothes to preserve continuity.

[@jfv65]

Nice conversion. It makes me wonder if i can convert a Suzuki VX800 to a 1400 (from an Intruder)

[@garya3056]

Loved this, Del! A phenomenal project and some superb video production work. Do you think the conversion gives her more HP or torque? Happy New Year! 🏍️👍🏍️

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Gary, it was a lot of work to carry out the conversion and almost as long to edit it in to one movie! I imagine it gives a fair few more horsepower, but that means more revs and it won't rev any faster, but it is around 25% more torque and makes a noticeable difference on low down grunt. Happy New Year buddy.

[@garya3056]

@@Moonfleet41 gotcha! Beautifully done! 😎

[@benedictroberts678]

Tis has probably been asked before but, are most/all of the bolts imperial?

[@Moonfleet41]

On the engine, Yes they are !

[@himalayanpets3828]

I need a help my harley iron 883 always has a leak from clutch cable despite changing the cable ...

[@davidjames1377]

Go to a mechanic then 😅

[@ottochristensen4841]

I wonder why the mechanic doesn't grind valves in the repair.

[@satinderpalsingh649]

Full service all over , with new sleave and piston 💪, waaaaooow 👍

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Gotta love sns parts. Is this an older video Del?. Didnt you have shotgun pipes on their?....either way sounds really good man. Were those different cams or just stock?... Love your channel Del, thumbs up every video man. I hope you never stop videos man, your channel is one of my favorites, and i dont have to many favorites, maybe 4 or 5 motorcycle related.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank so much Michael, this was special footage, saved from key points at the beginning of the build when i did the engine upgrade first.. i always wanted to make a single engine build video from the start.... it spans over the first three months, and hopefully is a nice round off to those who have enjoyed the project all the way through.. Thank you so much for your kind and loyal support..

[@danieletugnoli8636]

i don't see your Sporty anymore in your garage... have already sold her?... i couldn't wait to se you riding that holistic product of many, many hours of your fine crafwork

[@Moonfleet41]

Under the cover next to the window buddy, still waiting to get it MOT'd and out for a ride !

[@bartdereu9267]

That clutch must be able to handle 10 times the torque that this engines produces 😀

[@hardtail-gy8dk]

What is the little green screwdriver ratchet?

[@Moonfleet41]

It's part of my Wera Zyklop 1/4 drive set... not avaialble individually though..!

[@bryanhines34]

Top notch professional work brother.. the owner should be very proud to have this one! Most would love to be able to do work like this on theirs.. really enjoy seeing professional work !

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Bryan for your kind words, that's very much appreciated mate!

[@timtorkelson7201]

Quite involved swap! Nice work..👏👏👏👏

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you very much!

[@colesnorris]

Another great vid, very well done good sir!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you kindly air !

[@texbullington9979]

I think ill just buy something with a bigger motor

[@ChaseHauberg]

I was about to put the same comment

[@AST4EVER]

people have sentimental values as well as values added to a particular piece of machinery which has worked tremendously well throughout its life and if that could be improved then it should be improved.

[@ИльяЧеркашин-д8е]

Вы хирург! ещё спасли оду железную жизнь! Спасибо за видео!

[@Moonfleet41]

Спасибо за добрые слова поддержки.

[@rdnreszaaa20]

Kereeennnn mister, coba bongkar mesin fatboy mister🔥🔥😍

[@АндрейСисАдмин]

Великолепная работа! Одно удовольствие было смотреть!

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome, thank you for watching.

[@lukegabriel1095]

AWESOME THIS IS MY EXACT SPORTSTER I MEAN IVE GOT THE EXACT SAME BIKE COOL BEANS THANKS FOR YOUTUBING THIS PROECT.😊😊😂

[@Moonfleet41]

No problem 👍

[@wills5482]

Now it went from a little girl Harley to a teenager girl harley

[@frederickdominguez4829]

Yeah right. Been seeing lots o little girls riding baggers and dynas these days. Just sayin

[@madskillzyo]

​@@frederickdominguez4829 exactly. Too bad last time i rode a "little girl" Harley I whooped on a bunch of "big" bikes. N that's without a conversion kit. Oh yeah, not my first bike either. Nor is it my 2nd or 3rd or even 4th... so ya.

[@bizob211]

This video is amazing. Great editing and detail. 🔥

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you 🙌

[@petersaulnier3526]

about how much increase in HP is the result on the new rebuild?

[@Moonfleet41]

An 883 will make about 50bhp, and a 1200 maybe 65bhp.. but brake horse power is largely irrelavant on a slow revving V twin... Tourque is more relavant, an 883 makes about 50Ft lb of torgue, and a 1200 more like 70... so a very noticable 40% increase !

[@ronsampservice3066]

Harley BARELY gives you enough clearance for the rear rocker box cover to slip out and back in. ON my 2000 XL the cover has to be turned exactly right to get it out. Thanks to whatever Harley engineer designed that section of the frame. NOT! 🤬

[@michla.lonneberga807]

perfekt dokumentiert , good job :) best regards from germany / Bruchsal near Karlsruhe

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed!

[@fredgti9826]

Magnifique , travail chirurgical minutieux bien fait tout ce que j'aime. J'adore ta façon de faire.... superbe 👍🇫🇷🇫🇷

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you sp much for your very kind words... have a great weekend.

[@franciscococa4849]

Why don't changes the heads if the displacement is increased? Paco from Spain

[@Dpsexbbbb]

Great ,respect from Tbilisi,Georgia 🇬🇪

[@perrylaithwaite2526]

Why do you need a sticker on the filter to say its an old filter, unless someone else finishes the job

[@Moonfleet41]

The job was time lapsed over several weeks, just an aid memoir

[@Sahonline-dp2js]

Nice work? I own a Suzuki VZ 800 Marauder and yesterday I noticed that there was fluid flowing under the engine and it smelled like gasoline. I don't have the money to fix it...😢😢😢

[@Moonfleet41]

May not be all bad.. where's it coming from?.. and overflow pipe?, is it when the engine is running or stopped?,

[@Sahonline-dp2js]

@@Moonfleet41 stoped...

[@Sahonline-dp2js]

@@Moonfleet41 stopped and Explosions are heard in the air filter

[@alyoung2862]

Damn fine video and great mechanical techniques...

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it.

[@sean4231]

Hi Del, good vid! I used this whilst doing the same conversion. One thing I could not get my head around was the order of the rings.. s&s seemed a little vague.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Sean, glad the video helped you, can't say I remember having a problem with this, I had to adjust the gaps on a few of the rings, as you saw, but everything went together as explained.