2001 Electra Glide

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Jun 27, 2015 | 08:28 PM

JJLABOO

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From: JACKSONVILLE ,FL

2001 Electra Glide

New member with an issue. I have a 2001 electra glide with 108,000 miles does not leak any oil or smoke but every 3 or 4 hundred miles I need to add about 3/4 of a quart of oil. I cannot think of any issues maybe you can help.

Jun 28, 2015 | 04:25 AM

shadowchrome

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How long has it been doing it? Is the primary level over filled? It's possible for it to be leaking past the crank seal into the primary.

Jun 28, 2015 | 04:55 AM

mikelikesbikes

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Try using Amsoil. Cut down on my oils consumption Matter of fact, helped in my cages as well..

Jun 28, 2015 | 06:16 AM

CSMHOG

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From Florida, welcome to the forum!

Yup, just like shadow replied or it could need new umbrella valves in the heads.

Jun 28, 2015 | 06:28 AM

Stiggy

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My 2000 has 150,000 miles on it and still uses little oil but i installed new (take off,) heads at 75,000. You won't know until you do a compression and leak down test but if I was to guess I would suspect valve seals.