Need some help! My brother just purchased a new street glide and has had issues with his speedo not working and the bike occasionally stalling out. He took it to the shop and got a P-1356 code indicating his rear cylinder wasn't firing and the dealership found that his rear spark plug cable wasn't seated, thus causing the problem. Another dealership did some work on his bike and installed the chrome Harley spark plug covers and didn't seat the rear properly.


He only rode it for around 80 miles after the covers were put on. Do any of you know if this might cause engine troubles with his bike being in the break-in period? He has some concerns and I told him I'd reach out to the experts.


Thanks

 

It may be the Engine Idle Temperature Management System. (EITMS) When the engine temperature is above 284°, the rear cylinder shuts off to prevent overheating. Its in the Owners Manual.

 

Please go back and read the manual.........

 

I believe the OP is asking if running the bike with the back cylinder not firing would cause problems during the break in period.

They already found the reason for the lack of firing (Stealership didn't have the plug wire seated correctly).


Sorry, I am not technical enough to even begin o give a worthwhile answer to the real question.

 

No it will not be of any consequence if the back cylinder was not firing for a while or a few miles. The piston and rod would still be rotating.

 

Axis is right...simply wanting to know if there are any potential consequences for running the engine without the back cylinder for a short period of time. I think he'll be good-to-go, but wanted to ask the question anyhow. Thanks everyone