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Old Jun 15, 2026 | 08:03 AM
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I have a 1988 Harley Electra Glide. It drives great and rides well, but as soon as I slow down and downshift the engine feels like it's sneezing and like it's about to shut off. It also stutters for a moment. I pull over for a minute and then everything works out. What could be causing this? I've already checked the manifold in the cylinders. They're not pulling air from there.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2026 | 08:24 AM
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Does the bike still have the original carburetor?

If so, how old are the compliance fittings?

How long since the carburetor has been cleaned or rebuilt?
 
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