Checking Trans fluid?
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Checking Trans fluid?
Is it me and I just getting Old? LOL
Just changed the Trans fluild on my 15 Ultra - Boy, its hard to see the new clean trans fluid on that little dip stick.
new location and new way to check level "screw in until o-ring touches but do not tighten - check level???
new clean fluid very hard to see - am I alone on this? LOL
Just changed the Trans fluild on my 15 Ultra - Boy, its hard to see the new clean trans fluid on that little dip stick.
new location and new way to check level "screw in until o-ring touches but do not tighten - check level???
new clean fluid very hard to see - am I alone on this? LOL
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Harley0711, I have a 14 limited with the same engine as you. I do all my own serving, stage1 install, Yaffe bars and replaced my cams. Although this is my first Harley I do a lot of reading and ask alot of stupid questions lol.
When I change oils, and I change all oils every 5000 miles I add 3 1/2 quarts to the engine, 1 quart to the trans, and 38 ounces to the primary.. And I don't even check the levels, I'm confident I have no leaks and I filled the correct holes with the correct oil I planed to. Also I never even check the oil between changes, if there is no leaks and no serious blow by (oil dripping at the air filter) the oil levels are good..iv got 22000 miles now, after you have done this a few times you will be confident also.
I read another of your posts asking about oil in the trans and primary being the same oil, in the new 103s they are totally separate but I have a 09 sportster 883 and the oil in the trans and primary are together. Meaning when I change the primary oil ( that is where the drain plug is) im changing the trans oil also.
Greg
When I change oils, and I change all oils every 5000 miles I add 3 1/2 quarts to the engine, 1 quart to the trans, and 38 ounces to the primary.. And I don't even check the levels, I'm confident I have no leaks and I filled the correct holes with the correct oil I planed to. Also I never even check the oil between changes, if there is no leaks and no serious blow by (oil dripping at the air filter) the oil levels are good..iv got 22000 miles now, after you have done this a few times you will be confident also.
I read another of your posts asking about oil in the trans and primary being the same oil, in the new 103s they are totally separate but I have a 09 sportster 883 and the oil in the trans and primary are together. Meaning when I change the primary oil ( that is where the drain plug is) im changing the trans oil also.
Greg
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Is it me and I just getting Old? LOL
Just changed the Trans fluild on my 15 Ultra - Boy, its hard to see the new clean trans fluid on that little dip stick.
new location and new way to check level "screw in until o-ring touches but do not tighten - check level???
new clean fluid very hard to see - am I alone on this? LOL
Just changed the Trans fluild on my 15 Ultra - Boy, its hard to see the new clean trans fluid on that little dip stick.
new location and new way to check level "screw in until o-ring touches but do not tighten - check level???
new clean fluid very hard to see - am I alone on this? LOL
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2015 = ROOM TEMP - bike on kickstand - remove dipstick - clean - screw in till O-ring touches...
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The back side of the dip stick is smooth. Rotate the dip stick and you can see the "bulge" of oil on the stick. Then rotate it back to where you can see the level reference mark and compare. It helps if the stick has been wiped dry before the measurement is taken.
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That is what I did - several times - hard to see - new/clean oil and new dipstick... lol - getting old
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Harley0711, I have a 14 limited with the same engine as you. I do all my own serving, stage1 install, Yaffe bars and replaced my cams. Although this is my first Harley I do a lot of reading and ask alot of stupid questions lol.
When I change oils, and I change all oils every 5000 miles I add 3 1/2 quarts to the engine, 1 quart to the trans, and 38 ounces to the primary.. And I don't even check the levels, I'm confident I have no leaks and I filled the correct holes with the correct oil I planed to. Also I never even check the oil between changes, if there is no leaks and no serious blow by (oil dripping at the air filter) the oil levels are good..iv got 22000 miles now, after you have done this a few times you will be confident also.
I read another of your posts asking about oil in the trans and primary being the same oil, in the new 103s they are totally separate but I have a 09 sportster 883 and the oil in the trans and primary are together. Meaning when I change the primary oil ( that is where the drain plug is) im changing the trans oil also.
Greg
When I change oils, and I change all oils every 5000 miles I add 3 1/2 quarts to the engine, 1 quart to the trans, and 38 ounces to the primary.. And I don't even check the levels, I'm confident I have no leaks and I filled the correct holes with the correct oil I planed to. Also I never even check the oil between changes, if there is no leaks and no serious blow by (oil dripping at the air filter) the oil levels are good..iv got 22000 miles now, after you have done this a few times you will be confident also.
I read another of your posts asking about oil in the trans and primary being the same oil, in the new 103s they are totally separate but I have a 09 sportster 883 and the oil in the trans and primary are together. Meaning when I change the primary oil ( that is where the drain plug is) im changing the trans oil also.
Greg
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Is it me and I just getting Old? LOL
Just changed the Trans fluild on my 15 Ultra - Boy, its hard to see the new clean trans fluid on that little dip stick.
new location and new way to check level "screw in until o-ring touches but do not tighten - check level???
new clean fluid very hard to see - am I alone on this? LOL
Just changed the Trans fluild on my 15 Ultra - Boy, its hard to see the new clean trans fluid on that little dip stick.
new location and new way to check level "screw in until o-ring touches but do not tighten - check level???
new clean fluid very hard to see - am I alone on this? LOL
I use spectro's trans oil (75/140) they specifically mfg'g & formulated for HD's 6 spd trans thats a nice red color & very easy to see.
Don't feel bad,i am pushing 60yrs old so i am close to being an old fart too!/LOL!!!
See below for info & link for info on the spectro trans oil for 6-spd HD trans.
Scott
http://performanceoilstore.com/products.asp?cat=65&pg=4
Spectro Heavy Duty Platinum 6-speed Transmission Oil 1-qt
Designed by Spectro in response to complaints from Harley owners about the great but noisy new 6-speed transmission, this full synthetic provides ultimate lubrication protection. Formulated to significantly reduce gear noise and provide easier, smoother shifting, this SAE 75w140 formulation eases shifting even when cold. High loads and extreme heat do not affect the oil, so it performs well when pushed hard and long. A.P.I. GL-5 rated