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Old Mar 26, 2014 | 05:47 PM
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So the other day I was riding my Sportster Nightster down the freeway keeping it at a constant 70mph, and the motor started sputtering, kind of like a jerking motion like it wanted to cut out. I pulled off the nearest exit, and when stopped it just died on me... It was able to start again and was able to get to my destination safely and back. keep in mind that I bought it used and have only had it for about a month... Can anyone help me???
 
Old Mar 26, 2014 | 05:52 PM
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Check your fuel filter.
 
Old Mar 26, 2014 | 05:54 PM
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Also check and make sure your battery and ground connections are good. Had something similar happen to me and it was a loose battery cable...
 
Old Mar 26, 2014 | 06:40 PM
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If you have a piggy back system like a power commander check it as well. May have gotten wet in the rain or washing it. Also check your plug wires. Don't ask me how I know that lol
 
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Welcome to the forum from Kentucky, norco. Interesting user name.
 
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Check your spark plug wires for a loose one. Pop em off and check the ends.
 
Old Mar 26, 2014 | 07:21 PM
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Check the vent in your gas cap. Some refineries are shifting to summer blend, I once had vapor lock from this blend. Another item would be battery connections, are they tight?
 

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lol its a nickname and the city i live in currently...long story lol
 
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Welcome to the forum from Kentucky, norco. Interesting user name.
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lol its a nickname and the city i live in currently...long story lol
For those who need to know...

Norco is a brand name of the most commonly abused narcotic pain medication, hydrocodone. You have likely heard of, and possibly taken, other brands of hydrocodone called Vicodin or Lortab.

This website, http://www.norco.ca.us/ , calls Norco Horsetown USA. I like it already.
 



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