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👉🏼 Vulcan Engineering Chain Kit for Harley Softail M8 ✅ ❎ Any good?
This is a formal review of the Vulcan Engineering chain kit for my Milwaukee Eight Street Bob with Stage III. I'll give you the features, pros, cons, and bottom line for this made-in-USA chain kit. If you want to see the detailed installation process, check out the first video in this series.
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04:30 Bottom Line: Vulcan Engineering Chain Kit
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Chain Kit Installation: 2019 FXBB Softail Street Bob
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2023 Update On Crankcase Venting
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Softail Sumping, Crankcase Venting, External Breather
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Belt To Chain Conversion - Been A Long Time Coming! Softail Street Bob FXBB M8
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I'll go over all the necessary tools and parts you'll need, as well as step-by-step instructions on how to properly install the kit. You'll also learn about gear ratios and the tradeoffs you should consider, and an inexpensive option to a torque angle gauge (for the super-high torque on the primary drive nut). This video will provide you with the information you need to get the job done right. ...
Making The Softail FXBB A HARDTAIL With Adjustable Ride Height ⬆️ or ⬇️ 😎 Street Bob
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Amazingly simple and effective hardtail conversion for the 2018 Softail with about 4” of height adjustment for less than $100 in parts. Lift it or lower it! When I did the Kodlin lowering kit (ua-cam.com/video/23nDgykywu4/v-deo.html) I got inspired to create a strut of some sort to convert the softail to a hardtail. In this video I give you all the details, including a parts list, on how to ass...
Crankcase Venting In 2024? 😞 Top 4 Crankcase Pressure Questions Answered • Harley-Davidson M8
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Yep, crankcase venting and crankcase pressure are still real issues to deal with on our Milwaukee Eight Harleys. Some think that the updated oil pump eliminates that issue, but that’s not the case. I’ll explain this plus the other top three questions I get about crankcase venting, crankcase pressure, and crankcase vacuum. ⏱️ LINKS TO THE 4 QUESTIONS ⏱️ = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = 00...
Adjust Softail Rear Shock ✅ Set Preload ⚙️ Monoshock Settings • FXBB • FXLR • Other Softails
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Quick and easy steps to set the preload on your Softail monoshock. Making this adjustment to your rear shock only takes a few minutes with minimal tools required. ⏱️ 𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 ⏱️ = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = 00:00 Intro 00:26 Remove The Seat 00:41 Remove Upper Frame Crossmember 00:51 Shock Adjustment Tool & FXBB Suspension Preload Table 01:10 Adjust The Shock Preload 01:26 Ti...
Kodlin K66025 Lowering Kit ⬇️ M8 Softail • Installation & Review [Not Sponsored]
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Dropping the rear of the Street Bob using the Kodlin K66025 lowering kit. This is a really nice kit with great machining and a reasonable price point, and it advertises 1-1.5” of drop. In this video I’ll show you the installation process and also give you a proper review of the lowering kit. I’ve been looking for a good lowering kit for a while now, so I was very pleased to discover this one! T...
Vacuum-Ported Catch Can • Crankcase Vent: Keep It or Dump It? 👍🏼❓👎🏼 (M8 Sumping)
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In this video I revisit the vacuum-ported catch can solution for venting the crankcase. In the last video (linked below), I experimented with a few different approaches for adding vacuum to the catch can and crankcase. Now I will give you an update on what vacuum and pressure changes I saw while maintaining highway speeds. Is this catch can solution viable for long-term use? Does it work for ma...
❓Vacuum-Ported Catch Can: Crankcase Vent + External Breather + Vacuum = Perfect❓
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Is this the sweet spot for solving the M8 crankcase pressure issues? I've combined the transmission top cover crankcase vent, external breather mod, and a vacuum source into a single catch can solution. In this video I give you the details of the three different approaches I tried, and share what I learned along the way. This video is a continuation of the series related to Milwaukee Eight cran...
🌧 Rain Sock: Hype or Reality?⚡️Important Lesson • Arlen Ness Monster Sucker • Do You Really Need It?
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You might be surprised by what I learned when I ended up in a heavy rainstorm recently. In this video, I tell you what happened & what I learned, and I give you the details on the Arlen Ness Rain Sock. If you're anything like me, you've wondered if a rain sock is really necessary for an exposed-filter intake like the Arlen Ness Monster Sucker. This is a short one, but you can also use the links...
✨Cerakote Shorty Levers • Fabricate • Coat • How Are They Working❓DIY Shorty Levers
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My DIY super-short shorty levers have been Cerakoted and they came out great! I’ve wanted to use Cerakote for many years, and when I tackled my homemade shorty levers, I knew that was the finish they had to have. In the first video, I explained the process I used to make the levers (link below). In this video I’ll show you the Cerakote finish, compare my levers to OEM and Lucky Speed Shop 6bloc...
✨My Shorty Levers Were Too Long • I Made My Own 😀 DIY Shorty Levers • How To
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In this video, I show you how I went about making my own shorty levers. Although I love my Lucky Speed Shop 6blocc shorty levers, they're just not short enough! I've addressed that by tackling a set of "DIY shorty levers" and I explain my goals and the process I used. LSS calls their shorties "two-finger" levers, but they really are a three-finger lever...and I want my clutch lever as short as ...
M8 • Wondering If You Have A Sumping Problem? 🧐 Easy Check • Pull Crank Sensor •Measure Oil In Sump
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Wondering if you have a sumping problem? In this video I show you a quick and easy check and give you guidelines on how to interpret your findings. Removing the crank sensor on the Milwaukee Eight engine is a very simple, yet effective, way to identify sumping issues. I also give you the steps to follow to prepare for this check. If you remove the crank sensor, you can measure how much oil come...
❓Check-Up: M8 Transmission Top Cover Crankcase Vent•Inspect Breather Bolts+Check Valve 👍🏼 or 👎🏼❓
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❓Check-Up: M8 Transmission Top Cover Crankcase Vent•Inspect Breather Bolts Check Valve 👍🏼 or 👎🏼❓
2018+ Softail • Clutch Adjustment Range • Clutch Engagement • 🔥 Friction Zone
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2018 Softail • Clutch Adjustment Range • Clutch Engagement • 🔥 Friction Zone
✅ Answers! M8 Crankcase Pressure & Vacuum • Check Valve • Crankcase Vent • Sumping • Breather Mod 🤔
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✅ Answers! M8 Crankcase Pressure & Vacuum • Check Valve • Crankcase Vent • Sumping • Breather Mod 🤔
M8 Crankcase Pressure OR Vacuum? • Crankcase Vent • External Breather • Check Valve • Stage III
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M8 Crankcase Pressure OR Vacuum? • Crankcase Vent • External Breather • Check Valve • Stage III
DIY Black Brass Fittings • Chemical Dip • Quick & Easy
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DIY Black Brass Fittings • Chemical Dip • Quick & Easy
M8 Crankcase Venting • DIY Transmission Top Cover Vent That Works!
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M8 Crankcase Venting • DIY Transmission Top Cover Vent That Works!
But There's Still Hope • DIY Vented Dipstick FAIL • M8 Softail Street Bob FXBB • Stage III • Harley
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But There's Still Hope • DIY Vented Dipstick FAIL • M8 Softail Street Bob FXBB • Stage III • Harley
Monster Sucker Mod • Arlen Ness External Breather • M8 Softail Street Bob FXBB • Stage III
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Monster Sucker Mod • Arlen Ness External Breather • M8 Softail Street Bob FXBB • Stage III
Remove Upper Clutch Cable • 2020 Softail Street Bob FXBB 👉 And Other Softails 👈
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Remove Upper Clutch Cable • 2020 Softail Street Bob FXBB 👉 And Other Softails 👈
Street Bob Fuel Economy • Milwaukee 8 Stage III Mileage
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Street Bob Fuel Economy • Milwaukee 8 Stage III Mileage
Accessory Plug • Wiring • Installation • Retro Harley Fog Light • Softail Street Bob FXBB • Part 2
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Accessory Plug • Wiring • Installation • Retro Harley Fog Light • Softail Street Bob FXBB • Part 2
Retro Harley Fog Light • Fabricate Bracket • Modify Housing • Softail Street Bob FXBB • Part 1
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Retro Harley Fog Light • Fabricate Bracket • Modify Housing • Softail Street Bob FXBB • Part 1
Softail Shorty Levers 🎯Shootout • Lucky Speed Shop vs. 1fngr • Comparison 👍🏼👎🏼
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Softail Shorty Levers 🎯Shootout • Lucky Speed Shop vs. 1fngr • Comparison 👍🏼👎🏼
Lucky Speed Shop Shorty Levers • Part 2 • Detailed Review • M8 Softail
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Lucky Speed Shop Shorty Levers • Part 2 • Detailed Review • M8 Softail
Lucky Speed Shop Shorty Levers • M8 Softail • Part 1 • Unboxing & Installation
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Lucky Speed Shop Shorty Levers • M8 Softail • Part 1 • Unboxing & Installation
STICKER GIVEAWAY • 100 Subscriber Celebration • Ron's Workshop
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STICKER GIVEAWAY • 100 Subscriber Celebration • Ron's Workshop
Milwaukee 8 Clutch Adjustment • Hub / Derby Cover • Softail Street Bob FXBB
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Milwaukee 8 Clutch Adjustment • Hub / Derby Cover • Softail Street Bob FXBB
Milwaukee 8 Upper Clutch Cable Free-Play • 2018+ Softail
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Milwaukee 8 Upper Clutch Cable Free-Play • 2018 Softail

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @jackyscott9392
    @jackyscott9392 4 години тому

    I need this info for my vrods *Edit* they are all hydraulic

  • @samuelturner8994
    @samuelturner8994 15 годин тому

    A 1/4 inch ratchet wrench and a 3/16 inch Allen bit does the trick

  • @AlanEnglish9458
    @AlanEnglish9458 2 дні тому

    Do I really have to add a one-way check valve between the hose? What if not will cause any problems?

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop День тому

      With all the testing and experiments I’ve done, at this point, for me, the check valve is optional. The main thing is venting that pressure. You can see my more recent learning here: ua-cam.com/video/JPI3AeMfYeg/v-deo.html

  • @sneeriousgrinch1311
    @sneeriousgrinch1311 11 днів тому

    The link worked , thanks Ron

  • @kennywisemansr.2323
    @kennywisemansr.2323 11 днів тому

    Hi Ron....thing I like about your videos is the way you explain each step that we can understand in laymens terms. Ok... changing to an adjustable clutch lever on my 21 Tri Glide the friction zone seems a bit different than stock lever. So the further I adjust the new lever closer to the bar seems to really shorten up that zone to the point that neutral is little harder to hit. If the first hub adjustment you do is not where you want it and can you do a second adjustment without releasing the spring tension in yellow housing ? Just want to make sure. Thanks for your very informative videos....

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 11 днів тому

      Thanks for the kind words! I’d release and reset the red clip/spring at the yellow adjuster with every clutch hub adjustment. That way you know you’ve got the same baseline every time.

  • @sneeriousgrinch1311
    @sneeriousgrinch1311 11 днів тому

    Is the breather mod just the air sucker with new bolts? Or is there more to it than that? Also, I tried to click your link, in the comments , for the other full length video. It does not work. Real nice bike my friend.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 11 днів тому

      There’s more to it - see if this link works: ua-cam.com/video/EqwboR0PQRg/v-deo.html

  • @paulcarovinci6796
    @paulcarovinci6796 11 днів тому

    Good video. 3/4 turn.

  • @boscodog4358
    @boscodog4358 16 днів тому

    Do it on a model with lower fairing 😅. Then tell me how great the new clutch cable is!😂😂

  • @philippef.4590
    @philippef.4590 17 днів тому

    Thank you

  • @philippef.4590
    @philippef.4590 17 днів тому

    Thank you

  • @TylerRodgers-i9q
    @TylerRodgers-i9q 18 днів тому

    Have you stuck with a plastic check valve? Any issue with melting? I was considering a metal check valve

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 18 днів тому

      Check out my latest thoughts in the video linked below. After all my crazy experiments I’ve landed on venting the pressure as top priority, with the check valve optional. ua-cam.com/video/JPI3AeMfYeg/v-deo.html

  • @PaoloZeropi
    @PaoloZeropi 20 днів тому

    I copied you....what do you say? Thanks. ....ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxX2OdyW1_sVLo2aZz0UGEPbijUOK2kRc3?feature=shared

  • @joshc63111
    @joshc63111 22 дні тому

    What happened to the uploads? This is a great channel

  • @user-oc5je8iu5r
    @user-oc5je8iu5r 24 дні тому

    Hey ron think work lowrider st

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 24 дні тому

      I’m not sure, but their site has a widget right on the home page for checking: bit.ly/2RjcOm4

  • @charlesbrooks1965
    @charlesbrooks1965 26 днів тому

    Mine is a '21 , and what l thought was a vent is only venting the gearbox.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 26 днів тому

      Exactly - that little tube only vents the gearbox.

  • @charlesbrooks1965
    @charlesbrooks1965 27 днів тому

    Isn't the transmission cover already vented before this modification? My cover has a vent hole in it.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 27 днів тому

      Apparently the newer M8 bikes have a vent, but the earlier ones definitely don’t.

  • @jasonsampson9408
    @jasonsampson9408 Місяць тому

    I can hear that it's cammed but what's the exhaust it sounds great

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      V&H Twin Slash with competition baffles.

  • @tompayton84
    @tompayton84 Місяць тому

    Does the bike have a gear indicator on the screen?

  • @von5880
    @von5880 Місяць тому

    Hey Ron, I'm having a hard time understanding how a vented transmission top cover would have anything to do with engine oil blow by, they are two different oil tanks. I have a 2020 M8 Breakout with a 131 crate motor and an Arlen Ness big sucker air filter. I recently added the feuling vented dipstick which gets saturated through the hose and into the small filter element on the other end whenever I ride the bike hard. The engine oil level is not even at full level (just 90% full) and it still spits out excessive amounts of engine oil when riding it hard especially on a hot day. Need your advise about fixing this issue, I just don't see how the trans top cover would help it as that's transmission oil.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      It’s seems counterintuitive, but that part of the case has two compartments- one for the gearbox and one for the crankcase. The Ben would be on the crankcase side. Check the video - there’s a diagram here: ua-cam.com/video/U6gOhbRQrwE/v-deo.html

  • @boscodog4358
    @boscodog4358 Місяць тому

    I have a 2024 TRI Glide Ultra, will venting the Crank case void my warranty? Do I need to install a one way valve on a crank case breather system?? Thanks man for your time.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      I think the warranty question varies by dealer I have no idea what the MoCo says. I’ll also say that the newer bikes should have these issues mostly or completely addressed. I’ve also heard that the newer bikes have a crankcase vent from the factory but I haven’t seen it firsthand.

  • @waygone6657
    @waygone6657 Місяць тому

    I can see I'm a little late to the party, just wanted to say thumbs up 👍 on selecting the Vulcan kit. Ane, you can save yourself the gasket issues by converting to open primary 😛

  • @bandidoed2073
    @bandidoed2073 Місяць тому

    Hey. First off I like the way you explain everything. That being said. Back in May I picked up a 2023 Street Glide Special with only 540 miles on it. Since then I've put a little over 4,000 miles on it. Most recently on a trip I noticed, a shit ton of oil coming from my air cleaner. I really couldn't tell if there was any loss of power. On the road a friend and I would gas stop every 150 miles or so. When riding we averaged between 95 - 110 MPH. When I check my oil it keeps indicating to add 1/2 q (which I did) and as of right now it saying to add 1 hole q . I guess what I'm asking is just in your general opinion, does that sound like sumping or blow by. Thanks for any advice

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      Hmmm. I really can’t say if it’s sumping, but that seems like a significant amount of oil loss. Your bike should have the updated oil pump, which usually addresses the major sumping issues on the older generation M8s. That is puzzling. And thank you for the kind words!

    • @bandidoed2073
      @bandidoed2073 Місяць тому

      @@RonsWorkshop the last trip I did about a week ago was from Denver to Salt Lake, 7 1/2 Hours there, 8 Hours back. One way is about 517 miles. You can say I was kind of pushing it. But still a quart of oil in 1,050 miles is not good at all. Who else do you think I could ask. Personally I do not trust any of the dealerships. Planing on riding to Rapid City this weekend. This is the first time I've asked a question on UA-cam, so thanks for responding 👍🏼

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      @bandidoed2073 if you can actually make contact, Doc Harley or Kevin Baxter are rock solid and trustworthy.

  • @williamnixon278
    @williamnixon278 Місяць тому

    Hey Ron!! Great video series.. You say 3/16ths fittings.. Do you mean 5/16??

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      Thank you for the kind words! I did actually use 3/16” but if I had it to do over I’d use 1/4” or bigger.

  • @DennisD9799
    @DennisD9799 Місяць тому

    Watt size drill bit & tap for 1/8 x3/16 angleled fitting did you use? I'm gonna do it on a 103 vtwin.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      The threads for the fittings I used are 1/8” NPT. I think I got a tap & drill set that came with the right drill bit, but the tap should also have the drill size listed.

    • @DennisD9799
      @DennisD9799 Місяць тому

      Thank u, Got it. Found link in description 😊

  • @TheSpitfire2207
    @TheSpitfire2207 Місяць тому

    i just got back home on one cylinder after fouling a plug in the rain, i have the same air filter it has done this about five times. Mines carbed they arent as forgiving.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      It should save some headaches!

  • @Tinfoilhat311
    @Tinfoilhat311 Місяць тому

    Sure beats spending 350.00 on the Trask cover. Do you still have the breathers on the heads connected to the air cleaner?

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      I’ve tried quite a few combinations - this video gives the run down: ua-cam.com/video/JPI3AeMfYeg/v-deo.html But my top pick at this point is the basic transmission top cover vent, check valve optional, with the breather vents plugged.

    • @Tinfoilhat311
      @Tinfoilhat311 Місяць тому

      @RonsWorkshop I would think the check valve would have to be removed to allow the system to "breathe." I'm curious. Do you have a moisture issue in the crankcase? Sorry, so many questions. The reason for the carbon buildup on the pistons is because synthetic oil does not burn. The same for modern car engines. On my m8 I use the trans vent and vent the heads to a catch can. I purposely set my oil level in the middle of the safe zone( that was an issue with the twin cam engines. ) I have no issues at all. Thanks for the good work.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      @Tinfoilhat311 I would see milky residue at the check valve, indicating some moisture (likely condensation). Your catch can approach sounds good. I also used a variation with a catch can that worked well.

  • @bigj200016
    @bigj200016 Місяць тому

    I’ve got an 18 FLSB that has recently started using a boat load of oil, almost doubling its consumption from about 1/2qt every 1000 miles to 1/2qt every 450 miles. Seeing oil getting into air cleaner and on the right side of the bike. After hitting up a mechanic on UA-cam (Doc Harley) who suggested pulling the CKP I did. After riding for about 30 minutes I got the sensor out within about 90 seconds of shutting bike off with it secured in my Condor chock. Only got 2 drops out. So I don’t think sumping is the issue. Hoping that it’s something silly, like just the breathers are over saturated and are allowing excess oil of of them.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      Yeah that’s a lot of oil consumption - I hope it’s an easy fix!

  • @ronkuszik5756
    @ronkuszik5756 Місяць тому

    I did in fact I moved it all the way manually to the bottom and insert the red clip there appears to be too much slack according to the specs. I'm just concerned with the free play that the clutch is not totally disengaging causing it to be difficult to get into neutral while it's running when bike is not running it's easier to find neutral

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      Yeah I’d be concerned about that too. Double check everything with the clutch cable and the lever to make sure things are seated properly. Other than that I’m not sure what could be happening.

    • @ronkuszik5756
      @ronkuszik5756 Місяць тому

      @@RonsWorkshop I just bought the bike, and the previous owner was 6Ft and I'm 5-6 so I pulled the handle bars back towards the seat. Would this have anything to do with the cable length? When I hold the clutch lever in gear and rev the bike there's no creep, so I guess that it's disengaged. As I have read that Harley's can be difficult to find N. Just looking for a way to shorten the cable. Also I read that you live in Fl. as I live in the Daytona area, have you looked into adding cooling fans?

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      @ronkuszik5756 there’s a chance that pulling the bars back could take up a bit of cable slack but if anything it would reduce free-play. I hadn’t considered cooling fans, but my summer rides aren’t long 🤣

  • @ronkuszik5756
    @ronkuszik5756 Місяць тому

    I have adjusted my clutch at the basket and I still have too much free play. Is there any way to reduce the free play? I have the adjustment all the way tight. I'm trying to get the bike into N while running. It's fairly easy when the bike isn't running 2020 Heritage 114

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      Did you release the red button and let the spring take up the slack down at the yellow adjuster? And then snap the red button back in once the spring is under tension?

    • @ronkuszik5756
      @ronkuszik5756 Місяць тому

      @@RonsWorkshop I fixed it. The best free play that I could get 3/16 and that made the friction point to close the grip. So I made a spacer .120 thick and with a small slit I slipped it over the cable between the outer sheath and its landing spot by the clutch lever. So far it appears to be working. Now I can find N fairly easily with it running. That new adjuster is great when everything is working but it leaves no room for error. Hopefully this fix is a long term solution! Thanks again for your input.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      @ronkuszik5756 excellent! Enjoy the ride :)

  • @betruly7894
    @betruly7894 Місяць тому

    Is Harley capable to make one engine that do not have an oil issue ? Damn it

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 18 днів тому

      I think they’ve got it sorted out with three 2020+ M8 motors, but yeah, I understand the sentiment!

  • @samheninger505
    @samheninger505 Місяць тому

    The friction zone is the zone where the clutch just begins to engage to where it is fully engaged. The more you back the aduster out the wider the zone will be .Less than a half turn you run the risk of the clutch not fully disengaging, more than a full turn you risk the clutch not full engaging , a half to 3/4 out is about as far a normal rider needs.

  • @Andreas-yt9wv
    @Andreas-yt9wv Місяць тому

    That's my crank case pressure go to guy, your content on this matter was awesome Ron! So... your running the version without the catch can now? Or is this video older....? Best wishes !

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      Thank you for the kind words! I ended up with the catch can, but the basic vent with a pod filter is just fine. Check valve optional.

    • @Andreas-yt9wv
      @Andreas-yt9wv Місяць тому

      @@RonsWorkshop yeh, Ron but since you were evaluating 🤔 4 different crank case pressure releasing versions, which of the catch can versions do you use? My guess? Modified crank case cover and a check valve to enable a vacuum .... You mentioned one you probably will go back to this. But let me know. 💪😎🫵🏼

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      @Andreas-yt9wv I ended up with the catch can version, but the simple crankcase vent without a check valve is just fine and the one I like best because of the simplicity.

  • @TheBushwakr
    @TheBushwakr Місяць тому

    Great Video! My clutch cable broke just below the circle at the lever a couple of weeks ago. I replaced it over the weekend and even if I go one full turn out it still wants to stay engaged? Should I go out 1 1/2 turns? Or is there something else I should look at?

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      Hmmm. Make sure there’s nothing binding or stuck - you should be able to stay within the adjustment range and get full engagement and disengagement.

  • @cowboy7x
    @cowboy7x Місяць тому

    THE best explanation and "how to" EVER on this topic! Thanks!

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      I’m glad this was helpful, and thanks for the kind words!

  • @tf2529
    @tf2529 Місяць тому

    Are these sumping issues still going on with the 2024 m8’s

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      I don’t believe so - they’ve made several improvements to address it. If you see any symptoms you could check further.

  • @ronkuszik5756
    @ronkuszik5756 Місяць тому

    Hi Ron, I just added the crankcase solution to my bike. I first put the vent hose into a glass of water and it blue bubbles big time, but when I added the check valve almost no bubbles so as of now I'm not using a check valve, What do you think?

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      In my opinion, after all I’ve tried and learned, the main thing is venting the pressure - the check valve is optional.

    • @ronkuszik5756
      @ronkuszik5756 Місяць тому

      @@RonsWorkshop Good to hear, I'm just going to go without the check valve. Keep up the good work I enjoy your videos.

  • @akumaz78
    @akumaz78 Місяць тому

    Can this be done to a moped/scooter too?

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      I’m not sure 🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @glenngorman5957
    @glenngorman5957 Місяць тому

    When you say that certain check valves failed, how do you mean? How could you tell?

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      They actually broke in half while installing. The other issues were opening pressures that were too high.

    • @spyderrider9811
      @spyderrider9811 Місяць тому

      @@RonsWorkshop hey there, which check valve did ya end up using? Getting ready to tackle this project

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      @spyderrider9811 I used this one: bit.ly/3Pb5BE2 I recommend 1/4” or bigger.

  • @mbuitendyk
    @mbuitendyk Місяць тому

    Why not just pull the 1/4" Allen plug on the very bottom of the crankcase? I believe that's what its there for.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      As I understand it, it has to do with how high up the check point is and how quickly the oil drains. Checking at a higher level accounts for all of that.

  • @ScareCrowHD
    @ScareCrowHD Місяць тому

    i search installing baffles. first video i could find of someone not removing them lol

  • @harmanchannel7948
    @harmanchannel7948 Місяць тому

    Great lesson, a little bit issue on my 2021 SG special, after done 1/2 turn adjustment released the red clip but clutch lever had loose too much almost half clutch of travelling, what's problem in my cable system? Thanks for the answer

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      When you release the red clip, the spring at the end of the yellow piece should take up the slack and set the lever free-play. Could the cable be binding somewhere?

    • @harmanchannel7948
      @harmanchannel7948 Місяць тому

      @RonsWorkshop I'll check at garage later, thanks Ron👍

  • @JCunningham21
    @JCunningham21 Місяць тому

    you should do a chain maintenance and adjusting video.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      Thank you for the suggestion!

  • @2kanchoo
    @2kanchoo 2 місяці тому

    I ended up having to go 1/4" out on the adjustor screw. Any more than that and the dead play in the lever would be way way WAY too much. There was no adjustment on the clip as locking it in at any point instead of at fully released just made the lever slop even worse. The extended tube I got with my riser kit also didn't have enough adjustment to take up the lever slop If I had the adjustor screw out any father than 1/4 turn.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 2 місяці тому

      Sounds like something may be a bit off in the system, but I’m glad you got it working. Make sure you ease into the longer rides until you know it’s working fine at full temp.

  • @corymorrison9371
    @corymorrison9371 2 місяці тому

    I did something similar to my 23 fxlrst. I used a PCV valve from a 2011 Honda Element. The valve is threaded, so once the hold is drilled and the valve is installed, a nut can be installed inside the cover to hold the valve in place. 3/8" hose from valve to filter, just like you did and done. Super easy and efficient.

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 2 місяці тому

      Nice approach - thanks for sharing that!

    • @glenngorman5957
      @glenngorman5957 Місяць тому

      @@RonsWorkshop Let's hope that the nut doesn't come loose. 🤔🤔😒😒😢😢

    • @kspocketngroove3973
      @kspocketngroove3973 Місяць тому

      did you use a 3/8 drill bit for the hole or smaller then tap? thanks

    • @kspocketngroove3973
      @kspocketngroove3973 Місяць тому

      also a little hesitant to use a nut inside the cover, cause of the risk of falling inside... very interested in your approach

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop Місяць тому

      @kspocketngroove3973 I don’t recall the size, but it was the smallest I could use for the fitting to pass through.

  • @mikebearinger4504
    @mikebearinger4504 2 місяці тому

    Yea yesterday riding in the rain 3hrs and the bike wanted to cut out on me. I will be ordering a rain sock for my 2014 softail deluxe cvo stage 4 117 ci

  • @NickZackrison
    @NickZackrison 2 місяці тому

    Thanks did this myself. The reason your check valve didn't work if you placed it too far downstream. As the air goes along the hose there is a PSI drop, that's properly why the trask one is mounted directly to the case. Also, by downsizing the hose downstream to fit on your filter element you are reducing the entire length of the hose period because that's how flow w0rks. There's no point in using the larger diameter hose at the start of the stream if your downsizing later.

  • @firesquad0155
    @firesquad0155 2 місяці тому

    Looking for a video on how to Lube the cable with this style adjuster Please help

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 2 місяці тому

      I like a graphite lube like this one. I let it run down the inner cable from the top, until it comes out below. No risk of it getting gummy or sticky. amzn.to/458zLOf

  • @louhmx1136
    @louhmx1136 2 місяці тому

    Hey Ron, hope you will be making more videos as they are excellent.

  • @ronkuszik5756
    @ronkuszik5756 2 місяці тому

    Love your solution, why did you put the nut on the inside of the cover? Couldn't you have just flipped the barb over and put the nut on the outside?

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 2 місяці тому

      I definitely could have. If I do it again I’ll approach it slightly differently - like get the metal transmission cover, drill it, and tap it for a threaded fitting.

    • @ronkuszik5756
      @ronkuszik5756 2 місяці тому

      @@RonsWorkshop Thanks, as soon as my parts arrive I'm going to do mine, I just feel better with the nut on the outside. Love your video's

  • @christopherlatourrette4516
    @christopherlatourrette4516 2 місяці тому

    Hey Ron I got 2019 street bob 107. I’m getting trans fluid drip at lower adjustment on front left of frame. Is there a seal or o-ring that needs replacing? Thank for the help and love the videos bud…

    • @RonsWorkshop
      @RonsWorkshop 2 місяці тому

      I don’t think there’s a seal that would allow it to drip there. Could it be coming from somewhere else? Forward controls or mid controls? And thanks for the kind words :)