Engine took a shit!
Tourer
Joined: Feb 2009
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From: Chicago, Il
That's usually what happens. The noise makes it sound like the whole motor is coming apart and about to explode, but MOST of the ones I've seen require changing the pushrods/lifters and ride. Here's hoping!
If not, strike a match to it and run!
Go pick up some hookers and make the best of your trip!! J/K
If not, strike a match to it and run!
Go pick up some hookers and make the best of your trip!! J/K
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why did yours blow up????? you need to tell the story or shut up!! and how many have went down that was his fault ????
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Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Windham,Maine
It is human nature to panic and think the worst.The reality is all things mechanical can break down.The very reason why I stopped working on other peoples machines.The blame always falls on the tech.From what I read it just might be a bent pushrod.It is tough when problems plague you on the road.Hang in there!
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I would check your roller rockers as well. I had a very similar thing happen to my 117, 5 weeks ago and when we got the bike home, the roller rocker had crapped itself and the pushrod let go. Luckily, the piston only just touched my R&R heads and no damage to them. If your pushrod is in any way damaged on the top, you need to look at the roller rockers. Both of mine had excessive wear.
And i feel your pain, as i'm not rebuilding my motor till this coming weekend.
And i feel your pain, as i'm not rebuilding my motor till this coming weekend.
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Joined: Apr 2005
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From: Oahu, Hawaii
Well we just arrived in Indiana. Stopped at the Dealership. I went to HS with the owner. They have the parts in stock and will inspect the rocker, do a leakdown test, install new pushrod and check the other three, change my oil all for 2 hr labor and $67 in parts. I was planning to do it myself but couldn't pass the offer up plus I'm dead tired. The bike will be done in a few hours.
