What to do when your Harley starts to misfire?

What to do when your Harley starts to misfire?

The bike would start at high idle and then slow to a stall. We then did a “wild” code check on the motorcycle and got a code for the Powertrain), P1356-no fire at the rear jug. We fixed the wire at the coil, and tried to start the bike again with the same result.

Why does my Harley Davidson engine stall at idle?

If the battery will start the bike, it is not the reason the engine stalls at idle. You may have a dirty IAC (Intake Air Controller). They get gummed up and will cause stalliing, especially on a warm engine. There is self help tip on how to clean it. Sounds like intake leak if it wants to stall after warm up.

Why does my Softail Deluxe bike run weird?

Mine would do the exact same thing, its a 2007 softail deluxe. It turned out the battery to be the problem. The reason its intermittent is the bike will start running weird in other words it would take a charge but if for some reason that charge did not hold for long the bike will start running weird again.

How to get the trouble codes on a Harley Davidson?

The following procedure will instruct in retrieving and clearing ECM Diagnostic Trouble Codes and TSM/TSSM codes through the Harley gauge cluster as well as a list of codes. 1- Turn Ignition switch to OFF & Run/Stop switch is to Run. 2- Push odometer reset button in & hold.

What happens when the Idle is high on a Harley Davidson?

Strange that there are no historical codes since you did say you saw the check engine light come on. (Could be you went through 50 key cycles with no engine issues) When you get off the interstate & the idle is high,,, if you were to power it off and restart the bike, does the idle calm down or does it resume the high idle.

Why did my Wife’s Harley misfire on the way home?

After a short ride, we stopped for her to get gas. On the way home, her Harley started to misfire and run poorly. I lost sight of her so I pulled over. After about 15 mins she showed up and said her bike would not stay running. At each stop, it would stall but would always start after the fact. It died in the driveway.

The following procedure will instruct in retrieving and clearing ECM Diagnostic Trouble Codes and TSM/TSSM codes through the Harley gauge cluster as well as a list of codes. 1- Turn Ignition switch to OFF & Run/Stop switch is to Run. 2- Push odometer reset button in & hold.

How to troubleshoot an ICM error code on a Harley?

Speedometer Self Diagnostics: The speedometer is capable of displaying and clearing speedometer, tachometer, TSM/TSSM and ICM/ECM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). Turn Ignition switch to OFF & Run/Stop switch is to Run. Push odometer reset button in & hold. Turn ignition switch to Ignition and release the odometer reset button.

When did my Wife’s Harley start to misfire?

My wife’s 2005 FLHTCUSE2 began to develop problems a few weeks ago. After a short ride, we stopped for her to get gas. On the way home, her Harley started to misfire and run poorly. I lost sight of her so I pulled over. After about 15 mins she showed up and said her bike would not stay running.

How often does a Harley Davidson engine misfire?

Discussion in ‘ Engine, Fuel and Exhaust ‘ started by nascar7613, Mar 21, 2012 . 2006 Road King fuel injected, no modifications. When running down the road at a steady speed and fairly low RPM, say around 2500, every once in a while the bike will have a very sudden and slight misfire.

What causes a fuel pump to misfire on a Harley?

Before you ground it i feeling it has something to do with ign or headlamp wires or ground any suggestions The yellow wire w/green tracer should only be +12 volts to your fuel pump. Has nothing to do with spark or ignition. Powering your fuel pump directly from your battery will not alter fuel delivery or mixture.

What causes no start on Harley Davidson Softail?

A parasitic draw occurs when one or more circuit remains powered after the ignition is turned off. A draw on the battery of more than 0.02 amps can deplete the battery overnight enough to create a no start problem. To test for a parasitic draw, place your multimeter to the amps setting in series with the battery.

The bike would start at high idle and then slow to a stall. We then did a “wild” code check on the motorcycle and got a code for the Powertrain), P1356-no fire at the rear jug. We fixed the wire at the coil, and tried to start the bike again with the same result.

What causes a Ford F150 engine to misfire?

My problem was prolonged by a faulty new spark plug, which caused me to chase my tail. I bought this truck knowing that it had a shuttering problem. It would idle alright, but when I would get between 45-50 MPH, the engine would misfire badly.

Mine would do the exact same thing, its a 2007 softail deluxe. It turned out the battery to be the problem. The reason its intermittent is the bike will start running weird in other words it would take a charge but if for some reason that charge did not hold for long the bike will start running weird again.

Why does my Harley Davidson bike not start?

If you can start the bike this way; the start switch is probably bad, or a wire may be damaged. Let us know what you find. Sounds like you know what you are doing. You are not going to believe this – but – it was the battery in the key fob. The bike has to have a signal from the key fob before it will allow the bike to start.

Why does my Harley Davidson run weird after a charge?

The reason its intermittent is the bike will start running weird in other words it would take a charge but if for some reason that charge did not hold for long the bike will start running weird again. So I went and change the battery and I’ve never had the problem since.

What should I do if my Harley won’t start?

Everything works perfectly – Lights, hear the fuel pump kick on, signal, brakes, switches appear fine and I changed the gas to highest just in case and nothing. I checked spark by pulling a plug and starting while on the cyl. and no spark. Put a new coil in it and nothing. Cranks great and all is appearing to be fine but no fire/start?

What causes a Harley Davidson to not turn over?

If the bike does not turn over, the issue can be battery, starter, starter relay. If turns over, but no start, determine if the issue is electrical or fuel related. Check for spark.

Why does my Harley Davidson hard start when hot?

Hard starting when HOT, but the engine spins up fine, means either lack of fuel or weak, no spark. If your Dyna is EFI, your fuel pump is losing prime/pressure due to fuel line leak…look here: http://www.hdtimeline.com/diagnosti…lated/979-engine_dies_and_runs_in_spurts.html

Why is my Harley Davidson Road King not starting?

If you have a Tachometer, disconnect it. A bad tach can interrupt proper coil function. i have problem error code U1301 in Harley Davidson Road King 2009 and test everything not starts . I have a 92 FXRSP, I recently replaced my switches and I had a new battery.

Why did my Harley Road King start cutting out?

Would be great for a while and suddenly start cutting out. Found a bad wire on the start relay under the seat. Harley Mechanic said that was probably not the issue but replaced the relay, changed the wire connection and hasn’t missed a beat in two years. The wire that you found that was bad on that 2002 road king under your seat…

When did my bike die at a red light?

Now today (Friday), start it up about 2-3 miles into my 10 mile trip to work, I’m in bumper to bumper traffic, in neutral at a red light just waiting and the bike completely dies similar to what happened Wednesday just this time I wasn’t even touching anything or even in motion.

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