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Apr 25, 2006 | 02:19 PM

Optical

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Slight engine tick

Hello all,
Im a new Harley owner of a 2003 Fatboy, and I was wondering if the slight ticking noise in the engine area is normal on Harleys. Its not a loud tick, just a lite constant tick. The oil looks good and is not burning oil and the engine runs well and is responsive. Thanks in advance.

Apr 25, 2006 | 02:21 PM

PhilM

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RE: Slight engine tick

Yes, that is very common. It can vary a bit from bike to bike, but it is normal.

Ride & enjoy!

Apr 25, 2006 | 02:24 PM

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Yes normal on mine too, although a louder exhaust has seemimgly helped reduce it

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Apr 25, 2006 | 02:44 PM

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RE: Slight engine tick

Normal. Get to know that "tic". That way when it gets louder or becomes a clatter you will recognize that somethings wrong. (Brought to you by the voice of experience.)

Apr 26, 2006 | 12:41 AM

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Thanks for the responses.

Apr 26, 2006 | 10:33 AM

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Like a time bomb, when you don't hear the tick anymore, she's about to blow!!!

Apr 26, 2006 | 01:58 PM

lowglide88

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RE: Slight engine tick

that is normal...if you decide to upgrade your valve train..heavier springs etc,...you'll hear it even more..but you'll know between normal and abnormal..if it sounds sick it probably is.