A few years ago I rebuilt my 86 FXR and the most fun part of it was the wiring. Somebody was in there before me and they probobly had a roll of black wire and used it everywhere! I made it right. Even the pink wire for the Tachometer!
Thanks Doc-never automatically linked a wiring colour code to performing a standard function across most or all HD models-something more for me to memorize in my old age👍🏻
I was just wondering where I could get my hands on that large colored schematics books that you have on your desk there would really help me with these old eyes is it possible to get one somewhere and thanks have a great day I enjoy all your videos 👍
I do not know if your local dealer will order and sell one to you. It is considered a HD tool. Each year has a part number and cost approximately $190.00…. Doc
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson thanks appreciate it I'm in Denver Colorado I'll give Sun Harley a call see if they can help me out appreciate all your time keep making those good vids 👍
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson do you have a link or site go to to make sure you get the correct one? Will it be the same size as the large one you have in this video?
Thanks Doc, I'm going to be replacing right side control switches on my XR1200(when it arrives-on backorder 11 weeks) so I'll be rewiring back to the plug underneath the tank, so your info on color coding will come in handy. I tried just replacing front brakelight switch but it went bad again shortly after...
I had a 2000 ultra classic. It started having electrical issues 18 yrs latter. When I turned to the right it would shut off. Not fun. Took it to my local Harley dealer and they tracked it down to some wires rubbing bare. The next yr it started doing the same thing. I decided to get rid of it and bought a 2019 street glide special. No regrets.
Thanks Doc!!!! Where can I find that basic chart that you were using at the start of this video? It would make it easier to follow for these old eyes.... ;-)
Hi Doc, loving the channel. Need your help and advice, I have a 2017 Freewheeler with out rigger lights, however, I would like to add a central headlight, at the moment, the central housing just has a chrome blanking plate with the Harley logo. Is there a specific headlight that can be fitted Ian
Hi Doc , great info, I have a 2003 Softail Deuce, the security system is malfunctioning I would like to remove it completely., and I think I need to put a new ignition switch in as it seems to be very loose in internal part of the mechanism, could you please help advise?, I’ve just recently purchased this bike, and it seems to have some stupid issues with it, as it has not been looked after very, I do not have a lot of money to go and take it into a Harley dealership, as I’m retired and living in France, I wonder whether you could help please, regards Phil
I am sorry to say the security is in the Turn Signal Security Module. You can replace with a Standard HD Turn Signal Module. You have to includes this part because it is connected to the Ignition circuit. These parts are very hard to find. Not being made anymore. The other option is to replace the ignition system but that can get expensive. Hoping you have a carbarator. Find someone to help remove the ignition switch, disassemble and clean. That could help…..Doc
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Hi Doc , Thankyou for your help, it as a Carbarator , HSR 42 Mikuni , it has stopped working completely, I can not find a wiring diagram for the bike , the alarm system is locked, not sure if there is a battery in side the alarm,
So frustrating when you buy a brand new late model 1996 Road King with a 1996 owners manual and then try to follow the 1996 model wiring diagrams but your 1996 Road King is in fact fitted with a 1997 wiring harness. Well, initially it was frustrating for the dealer trying to sort out an electrical issue in my first ever Harley. Another tip - if the colours on your bike don't match the wiring diagram colours, you either are using the wrong year wiring diagram or your bike is fitted with a different year model harness or your just colour blind.
Hi Doc H. Great video. Quick question: I just purchased rear signal/brake/running lights. Each has 4 wires (per the mfg: a white =negative, a yellow= turn signal, a red brake, and a black=tail light). My 2019 Fat Bob has 3 wires per side, Blue, violet & black Left/ Blue Brown & black Right. Are they compatible? Can I use them? Thanks
Doc, if you're so inclined, I would very much like to know how oil travels through a Milwaukee 8. How oil gets up to the rocker arms and from there, back to the tank. I see the oil pump in the cam chest but how does oil get to the main crankshaft and push rod bearings. I understand that too much oil in the crankcase is bad news but have no understanding of how the motor's components assure that just the right amount of oil remains in the crankcase or even how it's returned to the tank. Thanks a lot.
Great video Doc, any electrician will tell you that the color of the wire means something. Always pay attention! Overseas has different colors on machinery, wonder if Harley is the same around the world?
Interesting point 🤔. I don’t get to work on oversea bikes. I know they have different turn signals and have extra wires for intake and exhaust and running light in the headlight…..Doc
HELP PLEASE. I'm wanting to convert my 97 xlc evo to a points ignition. I need a new coil (old one is shot) and I'm trying to figure out exactly what coil I need or if it matters/changes when switching to points? (As far as what ohm? Single or dual fire?). It had a screamin eagle 31647-97 (I believe dual fire, 3 ohm, but I do not know for sure) before I tore it down
My strongest suggestion is to purchase a Dyna S ignition with coil with advance weight assembly. It is reliable. Plus you could keep a point plate with points in your saddle bag just in case. The Dyna S “kit” can be found at Drag Specialties…Doc
Hey doc I have 2004 that won’t start and underneath in front of the battery there’s like two posts that come off that have a bunch of wires are I wish I could video call you I have a 727 number in Florida Pinellas county an I’m pretty good at everything but wiring because I’ve been stumped for about a week just kind of started about. I don’t know six months ago when I got in there and I did something and then even on the connection there’s like a little white button I don’t know what that is and I can’t seem to find it anywhere, on a lot of the connections it has the wires going in and then it has looks like a button that you push. Hopefully you get back to me. Thank you again this video will help.
I’ve cleaned every ground I think on this bike and I have the front off of it the cow where are you see the back of the radio and all the wires and all that and the seed off of it the side covers did the starter did the little green wire, cleaned every ground off the two poles that are underneath kind of welded to the frame I have and I have a back tail light and again I just redid the brakes but I had this problem before I did the brakes. I guess I lost the light maybe nine months ago where it was just a brake light and I have blinkers, but on the CVO the bags Have like little things that have lights in it. I don’t know I know I need to get the speedometer stuff fixed cause it’s got like 28,000 miles on it and I got a salad it’s the orange one and I would stay in condition all cleaned up. I’ll give it an eight out of a 10. I’m wondering what you think it would probably be worth rough estimate 2004 Screamin eagle 103 CVO Electra glide all the bells and whistles back room is flaking off the chrome and a couple places on the foot pads in this and that Scott cobra exhaust I’ll put my phone number on here. 727 902 9217 anyway thank you. I’ll look back on here tomorrow.
Doc, on the fxlrst there is a cover that is behind the air intake that covers the wires and some components. I removed that in order to install a V&H insight air cleaner. Is that cover necessary? I feel like I might be able to reinstall it but I’m not totally sure and somewhat concerned about water when I wash it mostly (although I dry it right away with the HD drier). Is that cover something I’d want to put back?
Please contact me through my Email. Send pictures. I have not installed an Air Cleaner where I had to disassemble that cover. V&H instructions said to remove this?…..Doc
On my '95 Harley Bad Boy, the coil wires might be backwards/reversed. What would happen if say the red wire was on the opposite (or wrong) connector? My bike randomly stops running, shuts off, for some unknown reason while simply riding down the street. I'm suspicious of the coil wiring as a possible problem. I could not verify the correct wiring color placement. Failed attempts include: new Pingel petcock, cleaning the S&S carb (internal jets & float too), newly lining the twin fuel tanks with Caswell epoxy sealer, and new gas caps. (recently replaced coil, ignition switch, starter, and battery) THANKS TO ANYONE THAT CAN HELP!
A coil has a power side and a signal side. Usually two white wires on the power side. A blue wire on the trigger side. If you wired it wrong the ignition would be fried and you would not start. Try this. Make a long enough wire with 2 alligator clips. Attatch one to the power side of coil. The other to positive battery post. Start and ride. If all goes right. Disconnect this gator wire and look for a faulty switch or wire from coil to handlebar switch to ignition switch to battery…..Doc
How about a video on acting like a tough badass on your Harley? I have seen some Harley riders riding and not looking pissed off and tough enough. It's time for that to change. If you aren't going to act like a one percenter, DON'T RIDE A HARLEY!!!
The color codes are OK. But, the availability of the basic info is not really available unless you shell out $$$ and even then, you would not be guaranteed to get the real info. I am completely unimpressed by the fact that if electrical info is what you want, you have to play an expensive shell game to get that info. Realistically, the wiring changes very little year over year but, oh no, just to get that info via some service manual, you gotta buy the latest. Really now, wires are wires and nothing more. Yet, Harley makes you buy the latest schematics at a premium. Not happy with that.
A few years ago I rebuilt my 86 FXR and the most fun part of it was the wiring. Somebody was in there before me and they probobly had a roll of black wire and used it everywhere! I made it right. Even the pink wire for the Tachometer!
Well done 👍….Doc
Thanks Doc. Always remember this Source, Switch and Load..
great video doc Iam a engine guy but have lots to learn
in the wiring dept.
It’s like watching the Frankinstine movie. We build the motors hoping the “ lightning bolt” awakens our monster motor….Doc
Big big help Doc. Cuts to the chase.
Now much easier to understand.
Thanks…Doc
Thanks, I learned something today that will be useful in the future...
Thanks Doc, this makes wiring more easier.
Glad to help…Doc
Thanks for this video. Wiring is much needed improvement of mine.
Thanks Doc for the clear explanation regarding wiring. Awesome 😎🇺🇸
Thanks for watching Chuck….Doc
Amazing info to know! Thank you Doc!
As always ..Great information for keep us safe !
Big help tonight. Ty
Sometimes wiring gets me so AMPPED!!!!!!!!
Thanks Doc…one of your best videos!
Thank you….Doc
Thanks Doc-never automatically linked a wiring colour code to performing a standard function across most or all HD models-something more for me to memorize in my old age👍🏻
Ha ha….Doc
I was just wondering where I could get my hands on that large colored schematics books that you have on your desk there would really help me with these old eyes is it possible to get one somewhere and thanks have a great day I enjoy all your videos 👍
I do not know if your local dealer will order and sell one to you. It is considered a HD tool. Each year has a part number and cost approximately $190.00…. Doc
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson thanks appreciate it I'm in Denver Colorado I'll give Sun Harley a call see if they can help me out appreciate all your time keep making those good vids 👍
ordered nasty hog fenders and bags. Big help for the led license light. Thanks Doc
Glad we could help….Doc
Thanks for sharing Doc!
Never realized the left and right etc. thanks👍🏻🇨🇦
Can we buy that service book for our bike? Your short video has been more helpful than anything else I found and I’ve been searching a lot.
Yes you can. Got to worn you, every year the price goes up….Doc
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson do you have a link or site go to to make sure you get the correct one? Will it be the same size as the large one you have in this video?
I wanna see that Softail when it's all done off the lift. Sweet.
Thanks Doc.
Love your work Doc 💪💪💪
Living The F🤪KING Dream
Safe travels 🙏♥️🐾🐾🇦🇺
Thanks Tex…..Doc
Thanks for sharing, I did not know this? Left-Right? Thanks
Thanks Doc, I'm going to be replacing right side control switches on my XR1200(when it arrives-on backorder 11 weeks) so I'll be rewiring back to the plug underneath the tank, so your info on color coding will come in handy. I tried just replacing front brakelight switch but it went bad again shortly after...
Good luck on your project….Doc
Always good stuff, thx Doc
Always grateful for you watching…Doc
Thank you Doc!
This is awesome as my 2000 fatboy didn't have blinkers on it..I want to put them back on
I had a 2000 ultra classic. It started having electrical issues 18 yrs latter. When I turned to the right it would shut off. Not fun. Took it to my local Harley dealer and they tracked it down to some wires rubbing bare. The next yr it started doing the same thing. I decided to get rid of it and bought a 2019 street glide special. No regrets.
Thanks for sharing, glad your choice has brought you more happiness….Doc
Thanks Doc !
Good to know. Thanks Doc.
Always glad to hear from our Old American…..Doc
Thanks Doc!!!! Where can I find that basic chart that you were using at the start of this video? It would make it easier to follow for these old eyes.... ;-)
I’m sure a copy can be found on the Internet. This chart was found in my Softail Electrical Manual at the back in the Wiring Diagrams section….Doc
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Since you've shown me what to look for I'll do a search for it.... even in my 2010 and 2018 manuals. Thanks Doc!!!!!
Hi Doc, loving the channel. Need your help and advice, I have a 2017 Freewheeler with out rigger lights, however, I would like to add a central headlight, at the moment, the central housing just has a chrome blanking plate with the Harley logo.
Is there a specific headlight that can be fitted
Ian
This is wild! Bring your Freewheel to your local shop to make sure of right fitment. There are several choices available….Doc
my 2001 sportster is messy. After watching this video im a lot more confident going back into the warzone lol
May the Trons be with you….Doc
How bout some basic stuff on canbus. Please.
Thanks doc
Hi Doc , great info, I have a 2003 Softail Deuce, the security system is malfunctioning I would like to remove it completely., and I think I need to put a new ignition switch in as it seems to be very loose in internal part of the mechanism, could you please help advise?, I’ve just recently purchased this bike, and it seems to have some stupid issues with it, as it has not been looked after very, I do not have a lot of money to go and take it into a Harley dealership, as I’m retired and living in France, I wonder whether you could help please, regards Phil
I am sorry to say the security is in the Turn Signal Security Module. You can replace with a Standard HD Turn Signal Module. You have to includes this part because it is connected to the Ignition circuit. These parts are very hard to find. Not being made anymore. The other option is to replace the ignition system but that can get expensive. Hoping you have a carbarator. Find someone to help remove the ignition switch, disassemble and clean. That could help…..Doc
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Hi Doc , Thankyou for your help, it as a Carbarator , HSR 42 Mikuni , it has stopped working completely,
I can not find a wiring diagram for the bike , the alarm system is locked, not sure if there is a battery in side the alarm,
So frustrating when you buy a brand new late model 1996 Road King with a 1996 owners manual and then try to follow the 1996 model wiring diagrams but your 1996 Road King is in fact fitted with a 1997 wiring harness. Well, initially it was frustrating for the dealer trying to sort out an electrical issue in my first ever Harley. Another tip - if the colours on your bike don't match the wiring diagram colours, you either are using the wrong year wiring diagram or your bike is fitted with a different year model harness or your just colour blind.
Thanks for sharing your experience…Doc
So simple, yet complicated
Yes it can get real complicated real quick….Doc
Were can one find that wiring book you had on the bench for a 23 trike CVO
Sorry dealer tech help…Doc
Hi Doc H. Great video. Quick question: I just purchased rear signal/brake/running lights. Each has 4 wires (per the mfg: a white =negative, a yellow= turn signal, a red brake, and a black=tail light). My 2019 Fat Bob has 3 wires per side, Blue, violet & black Left/ Blue Brown & black Right. Are they compatible? Can I use them? Thanks
Be Very careful in wiring you are trying to add a function that was not factory designed …..Doc
Doc, if you're so inclined, I would very much like to know how oil travels through a Milwaukee 8. How oil gets up to the rocker arms and from there, back to the tank. I see the oil pump in the cam chest but how does oil get to the main crankshaft and push rod bearings. I understand that too much oil in the crankcase is bad news but have no understanding of how the motor's components assure that just the right amount of oil remains in the crankcase or even how it's returned to the tank.
Thanks a lot.
Thank you Rick for your suggestion…Doc
Great video Doc, any electrician will tell you that the color of the wire means something. Always pay attention! Overseas has different colors on machinery, wonder if Harley is the same around the world?
Interesting point 🤔. I don’t get to work on oversea bikes. I know they have different turn signals and have extra wires for intake and exhaust and running light in the headlight…..Doc
Here's how I taught my students for years.
vioLet, the L means left.
bRown, the R means right. At least for turn signals, it makes sense.
Thanks for sharing…Doc
HELP PLEASE. I'm wanting to convert my 97 xlc evo to a points ignition. I need a new coil (old one is shot) and I'm trying to figure out exactly what coil I need or if it matters/changes when switching to points? (As far as what ohm? Single or dual fire?). It had a screamin eagle 31647-97 (I believe dual fire, 3 ohm, but I do not know for sure) before I tore it down
My strongest suggestion is to purchase a Dyna S ignition with coil with advance weight assembly. It is reliable. Plus you could keep a point plate with points in your saddle bag just in case. The Dyna S “kit” can be found at Drag Specialties…Doc
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Thank you Doc
on 2009 tour pack has no hrness head on the wires. That colors should be spliced together? there is a red blue , black from each tail light
Normally a blue wire with red stripe is brake lights. Blue with black stripe or just black wire is a ground….Doc
Hey doc I have 2004 that won’t start and underneath in front of the battery there’s like two posts that come off that have a bunch of wires are I wish I could video call you I have a 727 number in Florida Pinellas county an I’m pretty good at everything but wiring because I’ve been stumped for about a week just kind of started about. I don’t know six months ago when I got in there and I did something and then even on the connection there’s like a little white button I don’t know what that is and I can’t seem to find it anywhere, on a lot of the connections it has the wires going in and then it has looks like a button that you push. Hopefully you get back to me. Thank you again this video will help.
You are right pictures would help. Contact me through my email with pictures…..Doc
I’ve cleaned every ground I think on this bike and I have the front off of it the cow where are you see the back of the radio and all the wires and all that and the seed off of it the side covers did the starter did the little green wire, cleaned every ground off the two poles that are underneath kind of welded to the frame I have and I have a back tail light and again I just redid the brakes but I had this problem before I did the brakes. I guess I lost the light maybe nine months ago where it was just a brake light and I have blinkers, but on the CVO the bags Have like little things that have lights in it. I don’t know I know I need to get the speedometer stuff fixed cause it’s got like 28,000 miles on it and I got a salad it’s the orange one and I would stay in condition all cleaned up. I’ll give it an eight out of a 10. I’m wondering what you think it would probably be worth rough estimate 2004 Screamin eagle 103 CVO Electra glide all the bells and whistles back room is flaking off the chrome and a couple places on the foot pads in this and that Scott cobra exhaust I’ll put my phone number on here. 727 902 9217 anyway thank you. I’ll look back on here tomorrow.
The video is cool, but for videos like this it would be great if you write the details in the video description.
Noted….Doc
Don't cut any damn wires, is what he's saying. I hate electrical. Lol
Ha!….Doc
Doc, on the fxlrst there is a cover that is behind the air intake that covers the wires and some components.
I removed that in order to install a V&H insight air cleaner. Is that cover necessary? I feel like I might be able to reinstall it but I’m not totally sure and somewhat concerned about water when I wash it mostly (although I dry it right away with the HD drier).
Is that cover something I’d want to put back?
Please contact me through my Email. Send pictures. I have not installed an Air Cleaner where I had to disassemble that cover. V&H instructions said to remove this?…..Doc
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson thanks doc I will try to send something over tonight.
Can you please kindly dm me the email? I cannot seem to find it 🫤
On my '95 Harley Bad Boy, the coil wires might be backwards/reversed.
What would happen if say the red wire was on the opposite (or wrong) connector?
My bike randomly stops running, shuts off, for some unknown reason while simply riding down the street. I'm suspicious of the coil wiring as a possible problem. I could not verify the correct wiring color placement.
Failed attempts include: new Pingel petcock, cleaning the S&S carb (internal jets & float too), newly lining the twin fuel tanks with Caswell epoxy sealer, and new gas caps. (recently replaced coil, ignition switch, starter, and battery)
THANKS TO ANYONE THAT CAN HELP!
A coil has a power side and a signal side. Usually two white wires on the power side. A blue wire on the trigger side. If you wired it wrong the ignition would be fried and you would not start.
Try this. Make a long enough wire with 2 alligator clips. Attatch one to the power side of coil. The other to positive battery post. Start and ride. If all goes right. Disconnect this gator wire and look for a faulty switch or wire from coil to handlebar switch to ignition switch to battery…..Doc
How about a video on acting like a tough badass on your Harley? I have seen some Harley riders riding and not looking pissed off and tough enough. It's time for that to change. If you aren't going to act like a one percenter, DON'T RIDE A HARLEY!!!
I have never been that good at Stand Up comedy, so I do this…..Doc
The color codes are OK. But, the availability of the basic info is not really available unless you shell out $$$ and even then, you would not be guaranteed to get the real info. I am completely unimpressed by the fact that if electrical info is what you want, you have to play an expensive shell game to get that info. Realistically, the wiring changes very little year over year but, oh no, just to get that info via some service manual, you gotta buy the latest. Really now, wires are wires and nothing more. Yet, Harley makes you buy the latest schematics at a premium. Not happy with that.
Ok we have received your thoughts loud and clear….Doc
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