gstallons

Well , the Southern yanks (if there is such a thang) call them "tits" .

You watch (monitor) them while making casual conversation and see that they leave nothing loose or on wrong. Usually it's best to take the wheels there and let them swap the tires. You can reinstall at your leisure making sure you're happy w/the install.

When you do get this in and go to put it together , lubricate the pivot w/grease . This will make it easier and last longer.

Handle bar ? as in clip on ? Is yours on top of the triple tree or under the triple tree ? Can you post a pic ? If you can do w/o it for a while , I might can straighten it.

Is the frame color a factor ?

The black musicians become one with their instrument . Jimi was light years ahead of ANY musician. I cannot imagine what all those Brits felt when they saw him. I remember this documentary where one of them simply said "we'll have to get new jobs" .

I am sure Phil was giving Molly the best/correct diagnosis , he was trying to adjust the valves on the valve overlap stroke instead of the ignition stroke.

My picks. The V-7 Sport The Wind Tunnel The Stelvio Th V100 Mandello S The last Stelvio....Mmmmm . Too many colors

Wheat straw or soda straw ? Have you ever dropped a bike ? I have and it never gets old. You say words Chris Rock would have to walk out on. Concerning all the TDCs. Yes, one TDC will have the valves rocking and one TDC the valves will be still . This is where the 4 stroke philosophy comes in to play

My music was a little more rebellious . Black Oak , GFR , Black Sabbath , The Who , Bob Seger....The louder the better. Then for quality time : Al Green , Marvin Gaye and the likes .

Hmmm. my input is "for entertainment purposes only" .

Uh oh , if I added or subtracted correctly this means I am older than you ALL .

I had put the term V-Rod out of my mind.

IF the leak(s) are at the connections you need a 01154230 gasket and a 90706010 o-ring . The gasket will go between the fitting & pan and the o-ring will go between the fitting and the breather hose that goes up to the frame. If it is the hose , you will need a 01154631 pipe.

How old are you ?

There is a certain portion of society that is automatically WRONG or responsible . You & I are in that group.

Hey , did you do anything more about your frame situation ?

You can put anything down in the spark plug hole that will come out in the same amount that was installed. You will be barring this crank over so you will be able to pull the rod out while you are barring the engine over finding TDC. I used a 18" 1/4" extension to find TDC on a Nissan Titan yesterday using a LONG handle 1/2" drive ratchet on the c/shaft to bar it over . Take it slow n take it easy . We have professionals and novices on here , for the ones that know a lot feel free to add input or corrections . For the beginners don't be afraid to as if you're not sure. Everyone here is glad to assist. HTH.

Unless you are done ,remove the alternator cover and spark plugs and bar the engine over to find TDC on one side. You work on one side at a time.. You are going to have valves rocking or valves are at rest. If the valves are at rest , Adjust both valves using Int. specs . measure the clearance between the top of the valve stem and the rocker arm. I set mine on the loose side of the clearance making sure the feeler gauge slides in / out easily . Keep the feeler gauges well oiled so they will not rust. the moment they look less than perfect, toss 'em and get new buying a good brand. Proceed to the other head. This is so easy to do , just do it a couple of times to gain confidence in what you are doing and your procedure . You can look at the flywheel or use a screwdriver going through the spark plug hole to find TCD .

Ok ! If it looks bent , it probably is bent . take your tape measure and measure and start looking. Verify 1

What REALLY let me down w/the Harley Davidson congregation was their reception of the Buell motorcycle . My co-worker's best friend rode his by one day and we stopped work to go outside and look at it . Jimmy had owned it for about a year and had three other H-Ds . a typical HOG owner , long hair smoked up all the time etc. Wheelie riding 100' at a time , 12 rear tires the first year , he did not ride when snow was on the ground. He offered me a spin . It was like NO Harley I had ever straddled . Smooth , no vibration , instant power , all 6 gears. I had to stop three times and get off and blip the throttle to make sure the engine I was looking at was the engine powering the bike. EVERY component on this bike was from outer space and outer space quality too. That bike was my 15 minutes w/Blondie . Come to think of it the bike was white just like her white dress . Unforgettable Now , back to Earth . Jimmy told me the dealership pushed them off into the corner because no one wanted to look at progress. think of 2 million Henry Ford customers and that is what they have.

Please define "subframe" ? Swingarm , rear tail section , etc. ?

Hmmmm

IDK what that H/D is going to do because they make one thing and one thing only. Then make 27 variations of the one thing with the prices going UP UP UP. This bike is made for one customer base and one customer base only . I have friends that ride them and respect their choice . Would I own one. Prolly not. I will have to quote James Mariner "Harley makes the best kickstand of all time" !

That is better. is this NLA from a dealership ? Maybe someone has one and can help you out .