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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 01:10 PM
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my 2011 road glide 103 ,I do have a pc5 ,after it sets for atleast 2 days it will crank about 15 times before it starts ,but after that maybe 1 crank will start it .when it is cranking its a little slow . but always start
 
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 01:17 PM
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I own a slim 103. First start of the day it turns then kinda stops dead and then turns for 4-5 cycles. Even when warm it seems like it takes way to long.
I miss my carb, Click-potato, potato, potato.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 06:39 PM
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15 X seems a bit lengthy, may be time for a battery. I keep mine plugged into a Battery Tender most of the time, and it fires right up.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 06:47 PM
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On daily use, my bike starts on the 2nd revolution. When it's been sitting for long periods (winter) in might take 6-7 revolutions to fire, then it's back to 2nd revolution. It's always on a battery tender.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 07:14 PM
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15 Cranks, I'm surprised you haven't burnt the starter up.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 07:44 PM
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I would start with a new battery and maybe a couple sparkplugs.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 07:46 PM
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What happens if you turn the key on and let the fuel pump cycle, then turn it off and then back on again?
 
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 07:49 PM
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With a power commander try hitting the starter button as soon as you turn the switch...don't wait for the fuel pump sound to stop.
 
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ding ding ding we have a winner^ don't wait to hit the starter.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 08:37 PM
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Agree; a winner!

My '07 King with the original battery starts on the very first touch of the button.

As long as I tighten the battery terminals every coupla rides.
 
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