fluid changes for iron 883 2016 newbie basic q's
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fluid changes for iron 883 2016 newbie basic q's
Correct me if I am wrong, but my current understanding is that some Harleys have "3 holes" for fluid. Hole 1 would be main engine oil, Hole 2 would be for the "primary" and Hole 3 would be for trans fluid.
My sweet hog is just a little 2016 883 iron and I think I have only 2 holes? Engine oil (fill it right by the seat) and then primary oil (put a funnel into the "inspection plate" or directly into the opening when I take off derby cover), making sure bike is straight before doing so.
Engine would take about 3 quarts of 20w50 and the "primary" takes 1 quart of the same 20w50? I have googled this topic and am seeing a ton of different stuff about it and nothing that is crystal clear. Yes, I need to buy a used service manual on ebay when I find one for the right price.
My sweet hog is just a little 2016 883 iron and I think I have only 2 holes? Engine oil (fill it right by the seat) and then primary oil (put a funnel into the "inspection plate" or directly into the opening when I take off derby cover), making sure bike is straight before doing so.
Engine would take about 3 quarts of 20w50 and the "primary" takes 1 quart of the same 20w50? I have googled this topic and am seeing a ton of different stuff about it and nothing that is crystal clear. Yes, I need to buy a used service manual on ebay when I find one for the right price.
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Yes, you only have engine oil and primary chaincase/transmission oil. "Two holes."
FWIW, I use Castrol GTX 20W50 for the engine, and Bel Ray Sport Transmission fluid in the primary/transmission. Many other options available, your decision.
John
FWIW, I use Castrol GTX 20W50 for the engine, and Bel Ray Sport Transmission fluid in the primary/transmission. Many other options available, your decision.
John
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If you don't have one you can get it or read it on the HD website. Follow the link below and enter your VIN number.
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Correct me if I am wrong, but my current understanding is that some Harleys have "3 holes" for fluid. Hole 1 would be main engine oil, Hole 2 would be for the "primary" and Hole 3 would be for trans fluid.
My sweet hog is just a little 2016 883 iron and I think I have only 2 holes? Engine oil (fill it right by the seat) and then primary oil (put a funnel into the "inspection plate" or directly into the opening when I take off derby cover), making sure bike is straight before doing so.
Engine would take about 3 quarts of 20w50 and the "primary" takes 1 quart of the same 20w50? I have googled this topic and am seeing a ton of different stuff about it and nothing that is crystal clear. Yes, I need to buy a used service manual on ebay when I find one for the right price.
My sweet hog is just a little 2016 883 iron and I think I have only 2 holes? Engine oil (fill it right by the seat) and then primary oil (put a funnel into the "inspection plate" or directly into the opening when I take off derby cover), making sure bike is straight before doing so.
Engine would take about 3 quarts of 20w50 and the "primary" takes 1 quart of the same 20w50? I have googled this topic and am seeing a ton of different stuff about it and nothing that is crystal clear. Yes, I need to buy a used service manual on ebay when I find one for the right price.
See attached if you do not have the owner's manual.
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I bought the bike used, no paperwork came with. I do not have any manuals or any of that so I will be getting a used one on ebay. For now, all I can is Google and learn from the experts on this forum. Thanks for that link, I will put my VIN in there now!
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Youtube is also a good one for the basics on a Sporty. Sporties are One of the most USER-friendly Harleys serviced bikes for general maintenance for fluids, primary chain, and clutch adjustment.
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