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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 08:24 AM
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I need a horn that goes "*******!" at about 160 decibels.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 09:49 AM
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Maybe your horn fluid is low. Make sure to only use HD Horn Fluid or it will void the warranty.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 09:58 AM
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Originally Posted by shortfuse223
Maybe your horn fluid is low. Make sure to only use HD Horn Fluid or it will void the warranty.
That's kinda a duh statement everybody should know to 1st check their horn fluid, but you never know with some
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 11:02 AM
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If I remember correctly the horn fluid reservoir is right next to the spot where you you put the turn signal fluid, right?
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 11:02 AM
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I prefer the S.E. horn fluid. The little eagle on the bottle gives the horn extra h.p.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 11:25 AM
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Yeah that's why they named it "Screamin' Eagle.".
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 12:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Oddman
If I remember correctly the horn fluid reservoir is right next to the spot where you you put the turn signal fluid, right?
It is, but the horns on this bike were known for Knuter valve failures.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 01:02 PM
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I still want to replace my horn with a paint ball gun. Push the horn button let a few go.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 02:21 PM
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I still want to replace my horn with a paint ball gun. Push the horn button let a few go.
Great idea! Lol!
 
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Old Apr 14, 2017 | 09:16 AM
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Does your horn have any other redeeming qualities?

I know I've put up with women over the years that were essentially non functional just because they looked nice.
 
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