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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 02:51 PM
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Default How does this idle sound?
This is a new to me bike that I purchased knowing it had idle issues. After getting everything sorted out, here is what I end up with.

Just for my piece of mind, let me know what you guys think about this idle. I've heard if it sounds uneven its probably normal, but this is my first Harley and I'm not sure how much unevenness is normal.


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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 11:56 PM
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Sorry to have to tell you this, but your bike idles perfectly normal for a HD!! If you listen you can almost hear the potato potato!! Congrats on your frst Harley. Fastrider124
 
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Old Nov 14, 2012 | 12:02 AM
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Seems to be running a bit too smooth for me...ENJOY!!!

If you fenders ain't a rock'n then ya ain't got a good tune.
 
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Seems to be running a bit too smooth for me...ENJOY!!!

If you fenders ain't a rock'n then ya ain't got a good tune.
Thanks guys. I was pretty sure it was normal, but all my non-Harley friends had me doubting myself.

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Old Nov 14, 2012 | 09:08 AM
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Cool Idle exhaust
GET NEW FRIENDS !
 
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That's enough idling! Now just ride it.
Congrats!
 
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