Same. Johns an entertaining guy when he is explaining anything but I prefer the vids where he is actually talking mechanicals versus installing phone holders etc.
As a tech of sorts myself, I can DEF appreciate an accurate description of symptoms to support more efficient troubleshooting/repair efforts. Another fine video, John. Thanks.
i worked for several years as an Apple service tech and translating from what the customer said the problem was to what was actually happening was the first part of every job . it's not surprising really , some people just want to use a product and don't want to know how it works . the people who do understand how it works are halfway to being able to fix it themselves and might never show up at the dealership . anyway it was always interesting , and sometimes funny to the point where the techs would share stories about how far off from reality the customers description of the problem was . hopefully this video will educate customers a bit , so they can tell their tech what's going on . well done !
Love these type of videos,much of it common sense and is preventable if your bike is looked after by the rider. It's good to get visuals of parts of the bike that most riders would never see working on there own rides. Yet again Mr Maxwell another great video👍
Harley owners work with police. While embezzle estates. No normal person would pay there money to own a pile of bolts that falls the fk. Apart while you drive it.
Excellent content John! Really appreciate the visuals and parts since we dont all have access to damaged/worn parts, especially harley specific. Videos like these are a good reminder for me to take care of my bike, my engine, do my pre ride checks... Cheers!
Good info John, in the early days of my motorcycle business, I was the mechanic, on Sunday rides I was expected to fix anyone's bike problems or ride back get the shop trailer and haul them home. Also I would get calls at night and Sundays from people with a broke motorcycle wanting me to find the problem and free labor,,,,,,, Ocala Fl.
Man you aren't kidding. I'm a GM mechanic and we are the only profession that is never of. Even if we aren't wrenching we're getting called every 10 minutes by some one who thinks we can talk to the car over the fucking phone.
Is there such a thing as "valet" mode or "limp" mode where your bike will only get up to about 10 mph? This happened to me one time. I let the bike sit for about 20 minutes and it ran just fine when I restarted it. I was told that because some of the buttons and switches on my bike were manipulated in a particular order that the bike was put into limp mode... Can you confirm or deny?
@@TheHarleyTech I actually have it on video on my other YT channel.. I was recording my trip from Detroit to Tennessee with a helmet camera but I can't figure out how I did it.
I prefer the word "crank" to describe the function of the starter motor, and "start" as successful combustion and running. Language varies in different parts of the world. Sometimes I come across the word 'tick over" and that can mean anything.
Im loving my 1998 Evolution powered Road Glide more than ever after watching your video. I'll take my carbureted 5 speed bike any day over any of these modern day computer bikes. Sorry for ranting but 137,000 unmolested miles pretty much speaks for itself. It still retains the original clutch (new throw out bearing).
Turning over is not starting. You should know that. My granddaughter does. First example it was dead, nothing happening. Second example was turning over but NOT starting. Then sometimes it will turn over and start but not say running or lacks power for one of the reasons you metioned.
We can debate this all day, and it is different for everyone, but by my logic (from this industry) if the starter motor is going, it’s starting. If the engine is not running, it won’t run...
Excellent explanations and visuals and masterful editing. I also noticed that big beautiful parking lot that would be perfect to put on a Ride Like a Pro class. Give me a call and we'll set it up.
I’m at MMI in Orlando right now we are currently working on transmissions in Moto 102 Your channel has honestly inspired me coming out of the army with the injury I wasn’t able to recover from To continue my military career I watch your videos for about a year when I was in the service I love your videos and I love working on bikes thanks man
“America's Harley Mechanic”. Great moniker. I like it!! Another great video, John. Thanks for all your time and effort; quite informative and helpful. Damn, gotta check my 18 year old belt soon. Always looking forward to your next video. Ride safe, brother. 👍🏼
Very informative, as always I learned a lot and even pulled my bike out to test some of the things you mentioned. I would like to know what’s the make and model of those Harley mesh gloves you’re wearing.
Hey John,I have a 2003 Heritage Solftail with a 70 tooth pulley and what to put a 68 tooth pulley on it will that bring my rpm down when cruise a bit down. Arthur 😎
If you're still around. So, I have a very odd problem with my bike. The clutch works and engages/ disengages out it should. But, when I put it in gear, when I give it throttle, only thing it does is rev. Let the throttle go, idles as if it's in neutral. I will also mention the bike can be pushed while in gear without holding the clutch. This has been a hard to find on google
I like these videos as much as I fucking HATE COMMERCIALS, though I know those things are necessary. However there is NO FUCKING EXCUSE FOR A COMMERCIAL INTERRUPTING THE MIDDLE OF A VIDEO!!!!
John, great video as usual...however you talk about clutch adjustment...I have a 17 Ultra Limited with the hydraulic clutch...told it is not adjustable.
Great video John. Got a question, I know your not America's Harley mechanic :). Have you seen 2018 softails come in with a rubbing sound coming from the belt? The dealership tells me it's a common issue with no fix. They just oil the belt, but it only lasts about a hundred miles until it comes back. I haven't seen much talk of this online.
Yea, I’ve been wanting to do a video about it. I can confirm that everything can be set correctly, adjustments in spec, and at about 25 mph there is a noise.
Hi John I have a question I have a 2015 Dyna wide glide 103. I did replace my clutch plates n all gears shift will. When I hit 90 mph jus to see if everything was going good. After 90mph it seems like it struggles to pick up more speed. Don't really know what's going on...
Hah. You're late John. The "old" lowrider s lost 6th gear then eventually let it's transmission commit suicide; three weeks ago. Got great service from macon harley and the international call center. They saved me $130 on a new gear pack..... But im still waiting on parts. (Ordered last Monday, fxdls is in a (closer-to-home) local shop that isn't an HD shop. Those damn specialty tools!
Good information. I have a 2002 Road King Classic that doesn't "go" as well as I'd like, but the local HD checked it out and says it's all good. Might be the clutch slipping. Lots of RPM, but not enough pull to keep up with my crew when they take off. I'm always trying to catch up. Loses power going up hill in 4th or 5th, too.
I was cruising around 80mph on my 2009 1200, when I lost all power in every gear my bike still runs revs everything feels normal but will not go into gear what could be my problem?
New, to your stuff, just subscribed. I’m wondering what the parameters of a good bike are. Specifically, sportsters. I know there is a ton of variables. As I will have to at least try to work on it, myself, for monetary reasons. Any input would be awesome, even from other commentators.
i got a question for ya or your followers..99 flhti fuel injection line to tank fitting has a screw in the bottom of one of the fitting>?!whats it used for ..not covered in the book.. the parts book shows it..I have to replacing o-rings( dried out)..
really really really really love this week'S-Video thanks john, just purchase a used sportster a few months back and it acts up in first gear only had one or two suspicions this week'S-Video give me a couple more avenues to check into so really really helpful for me this week thanks again
I guess we could say maintenance schedule ? The belt must have a replace time and miles ? The rain question I have ask factory and the best answer was Rain X on your visor and have a little pad on glove main finger you can use to wipe the excess water once in a while . The best I had was a giant size 650 Scooter with an adjustable windshield heated grip heated seat some rain won't be feel at all windshield goes over the helmet
This was a great one for technical. Still waiting patiently for a Shifter Shaft seal change tips. I tried like hell to be gentle, but I scratched the shaft and now it leaks so bad it needs diapers.! Is there a special tool to dig the existing one out without damaging the shaft or the Inner Primary case? Thanks.
I wonder if i can get ideas this way. I got a custom sportster tank with an efi port that isn't reaching the lowest point of the tank. when i get low on fuel and open it up it basically cuts right out. Any ideas to fix this.. anyone?
My favorite saying from a customer was always “ it runs great, it just won’t start”. And don’t get me started on brake pads carved out of wood, tech tip, Hickory, NOT pine!
Have to say the transmission issue is really annoying and not exactly the cheapest fix. Had to have second gear and associated parts replaced recently. Knew there was something amiss, service department looked at it and wasn't sure what was causing it until they pulled the box apart of saw just how worm down it was. 50k kilometres of being riden hard and my '16 FXDF needed a new box. Feels better than ever now
John, I wanted to chime in and thank you for all your videos. Your vids not only helped me set up a MotoVlogging helmet, but walked me through breaking in my new Road Glide Special, oil selection, tool kit, and many more.
Great Video, another thing for bike won't go, twice this has happened to me...I have a hotrod bike (98 Road King with 124 S&S)Has sheared off the drive pulley bolts at the rear wheel, second time left me stranded, had to call Cycle Worthy Towing to come get me...Sucked. I would have expected the belt to break before the drive bolts???
Great Video John!! Was starting to lose interest in the channel, because it started to feel a bit like a Ciro3D commercial. The last few have been good though.
Summer is tough on me, lots of work to get through, and not a lot of time for filming. Not every single vid is gonna hit what every single sub is gonna want, but glad you liked this one.
John all the chrome fell off my headlamp rear bucket. chrome on front lamp ring is intact this was disheartening to say the least, no bigger than a large soup bowl and HD wants 200.00+ to replace. it's a 2008 heritage, the only chrome on the bike to do this. Damn chrome just fell off over the course a summer, what would cause this ???
So I inspect my drive belt, I find a tooth that is ready to go...I can't glue the tooth back on, so what do I do? Replace the belt or wait until the whole belt craps out?
Even though I don't ride a Harley your technical advice can be applied to ANY make bike, regardless of the brand. It's only when you cover something that is Harley proprietary that it doesn't apply to other bikes. And a BIG thanks for sharing just a little bit of your motorcycle knowledge and expertise!
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That was my favorite John Maxwell vid in a LONG TIME!! I love these explanatory vids, can we have more?!? :D love em.
"Yea... uh.... whatever you call it" ~ John Maxwell
We love our mechanic when he dives into stuff.
Best one in a long time.
Same. Johns an entertaining guy when he is explaining anything but I prefer the vids where he is actually talking mechanicals versus installing phone holders etc.
Explaining a lot quickly , good yob mañ
Dude, your videos always find ways to make us all smile while dropping info bombs. Keep up the great work!
Outstanding video! Gonna be very helpful for those of us......not so highly trained. Thank you, once again.
As a tech of sorts myself, I can DEF appreciate an accurate description of symptoms to support more efficient troubleshooting/repair efforts. Another fine video, John. Thanks.
You're absolutely awesome to make stuff like this. This is so useful.
Another great video. You are the Harley guru we can all be thankful for
i worked for several years as an Apple service tech and translating from what the customer said the problem was to what was actually happening was the first part of every job . it's not surprising really , some people just want to use a product and don't want to know how it works . the people who do understand how it works are halfway to being able to fix it themselves and might never show up at the dealership .
anyway it was always interesting , and sometimes funny to the point where the techs would share stories about how far off from reality the customers description of the problem was .
hopefully this video will educate customers a bit , so they can tell their tech what's going on . well done !
Love these type of videos,much of it common sense and is preventable if your bike is looked after by the rider. It's good to get visuals of parts of the bike that most riders would never see working on there own rides.
Yet again Mr Maxwell another great video👍
Just adjusted my FXFBS clutch yesterday. How did I know how to do that ? Thanks John. Love this vid hope I never need it :
Harley owners work with police. While embezzle estates. No normal person would pay there money to own a pile of bolts that falls the fk. Apart while you drive it.
Thanks for all you do John. Gives a retireeeeeee something to watch, then do.
Excellent content John! Really appreciate the visuals and parts since we dont all have access to damaged/worn parts, especially harley specific.
Videos like these are a good reminder for me to take care of my bike, my engine, do my pre ride checks... Cheers!
Good info John, in the early days of my motorcycle business, I was the mechanic, on Sunday rides I was expected to fix anyone's bike problems or ride back get the shop trailer and haul them home. Also I would get calls at night and Sundays from people with a broke motorcycle wanting me to find the problem and free labor,,,,,,,
Ocala Fl.
Man you aren't kidding. I'm a GM mechanic and we are the only profession that is never of. Even if we aren't wrenching we're getting called every 10 minutes by some one who thinks we can talk to the car over the fucking phone.
This was a bloody brilliant video man. I love how you so casually knock out mad knowledge. maybe one day I'll know like 21.7% of what you do :D
Great tip John. I will look for these issues. Love your tips.
Very informative video John. Thanks 👍😎👍
Awesome video and nothing to do with Ciro!! Frickin fantastic, thanks for sharing your time with us!!!
Is there such a thing as "valet" mode or "limp" mode where your bike will only get up to about 10 mph? This happened to me one time. I let the bike sit for about 20 minutes and it ran just fine when I restarted it. I was told that because some of the buttons and switches on my bike were manipulated in a particular order that the bike was put into limp mode... Can you confirm or deny?
Usually limp mode comes with a code. I don’t know of a way to purposely put it in limp modr
@@TheHarleyTech I actually have it on video on my other YT channel.. I was recording my trip from Detroit to Tennessee with a helmet camera but I can't figure out how I did it.
I prefer the word "crank" to describe the function of the starter motor, and "start" as successful combustion and running. Language varies in different parts of the world. Sometimes I come across the word 'tick over" and that can mean anything.
Im loving my 1998 Evolution powered Road Glide more than ever after watching your video. I'll take my carbureted 5 speed bike any day over any of these modern day computer bikes. Sorry for ranting but 137,000 unmolested miles pretty much speaks for itself. It still retains the original clutch (new throw out bearing).
I love the technical videos like this! great work man! Keep it up! Love the channel!
How many miles are on those belts
👍🏻dirty thumbs up!,,
Please do a video on if external crank case vents and catch cans extend engine life and performce.
Thank you
Great info! Thanks, John! 👍
Turning over is not starting. You should know that. My granddaughter does.
First example it was dead, nothing happening.
Second example was turning over but NOT starting.
Then sometimes it will turn over and start but not say running or lacks power for one of the reasons you metioned.
We can debate this all day, and it is different for everyone, but by my logic (from this industry) if the starter motor is going, it’s starting. If the engine is not running, it won’t run...
Excellent explanations and visuals and masterful editing. I also noticed that big beautiful parking lot that would be perfect to put on a Ride Like a Pro class. Give me a call and we'll set it up.
Thoughts on belt to chain conversion?
I’m at MMI in Orlando right now we are currently working on transmissions in Moto 102
Your channel has honestly inspired me coming out of the army with the injury I wasn’t able to recover from To continue my military career I watch your videos for about a year when I was in the service I love your videos and I love working on bikes thanks man
great video, Thanks.
a new JM video that isnt a ciro install video? crazy but I def am a fan of this "new" format.
Hey John,way cool vlog thank you😃👍
Great information 🤘⚡️🤘
“America's Harley Mechanic”. Great moniker. I like it!! Another great video, John. Thanks for all your time and effort; quite informative and helpful. Damn, gotta check my 18 year old belt soon. Always looking forward to your next video. Ride safe, brother. 👍🏼
Came across your channel just before I bought my first harley 6 weeks ago. Great info, great videos..but let's talk about the glorious beard lol
Very informative, as always I learned a lot and even pulled my bike out to test some of the things you mentioned.
I would like to know what’s the make and model of those Harley mesh gloves you’re wearing.
Hey John,I have a 2003 Heritage Solftail with a 70 tooth pulley and what to put a 68 tooth pulley on it will that bring my rpm down when cruise a bit down. Arthur 😎
Thanks
If you're still around. So, I have a very odd problem with my bike. The clutch works and engages/ disengages out it should. But, when I put it in gear, when I give it throttle, only thing it does is rev. Let the throttle go, idles as if it's in neutral. I will also mention the bike can be pushed while in gear without holding the clutch. This has been a hard to find on google
Mine is doing the same things anyone helped you or fixed the issue yet ?
@rockndrums650
Thanks man, 3 geared slipped ,then started locking up.change up to pull over ,everything locked up.
Bugga.
There's a problem.
I like these videos as much as I fucking HATE COMMERCIALS, though I know those things are necessary. However there is NO FUCKING EXCUSE FOR A COMMERCIAL INTERRUPTING THE MIDDLE OF A VIDEO!!!!
This was a pleasant break from bagger light installs. Great video. RFTC.
So what I gleaned from this video is always check your belt, check your belt, and check your belt. Thanx! Two dirty thumbs up! 👍👍
John, great video as usual...however you talk about clutch adjustment...I have a 17 Ultra Limited with the hydraulic clutch...told it is not adjustable.
Great job as usual
If I wash my Harley right after a ride, will anything on my bike crack due to the cold water??
Depends on year and model, but that exhaust could definitely crack
@@TheHarleyTech I ride a 2019 Deluxe, and I appreciate the reply Max.
Alrite, back to you're roots, not another Ciro promotional video.....👍
Man John, what an outstanding video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
My ninja 300 won’t move whatsoever but everything runs
Great video John. Got a question, I know your not America's Harley mechanic :). Have you seen 2018 softails come in with a rubbing sound coming from the belt? The dealership tells me it's a common issue with no fix. They just oil the belt, but it only lasts about a hundred miles until it comes back. I haven't seen much talk of this online.
Yea, I’ve been wanting to do a video about it. I can confirm that everything can be set correctly, adjustments in spec, and at about 25 mph there is a noise.
@@TheHarleyTech thank you John! This makes me feel better that they weren't pulling my leg.
@@TheHarleyTech also, I hope you get to make that video. I'd be very interested to hear what you have to say about it
Hi John I have a question I have a 2015 Dyna wide glide 103. I did replace my clutch plates n all gears shift will. When I hit 90 mph jus to see if everything was going good. After 90mph it seems like it struggles to pick up more speed. Don't really know what's going on...
Hah. You're late John. The "old" lowrider s lost 6th gear then eventually let it's transmission commit suicide; three weeks ago. Got great service from macon harley and the international call center. They saved me $130 on a new gear pack..... But im still waiting on parts. (Ordered last Monday, fxdls is in a (closer-to-home) local shop that isn't an HD shop.
Those damn specialty tools!
Great informative videos, Thanks!!! Have you done any videos with tips on replacing a primary chain or motor mounts?
Good information. I have a 2002 Road King Classic that doesn't "go" as well as I'd like, but the local HD checked it out and says it's all good. Might be the clutch slipping. Lots of RPM, but not enough pull to keep up with my crew when they take off. I'm always trying to catch up. Loses power going up hill in 4th or 5th, too.
I was cruising around 80mph on my 2009 1200, when I lost all power in every gear my bike still runs revs everything feels normal but will not go into gear what could be my problem?
New, to your stuff, just subscribed. I’m wondering what the parameters of a good bike are. Specifically, sportsters. I know there is a ton of variables. As I will have to at least try to work on it, myself, for monetary reasons. Any input would be awesome, even from other commentators.
Good video explaining issue causes. 😄 Really laughed about the blue skys for the ride at the end.
i got a question for ya or your followers..99 flhti fuel injection line to tank fitting has a screw in the bottom of one of the fitting>?!whats it used for ..not covered in the book.. the parts book shows it..I have to replacing o-rings( dried out)..
👍
Ahhh perfect thanks I know I have a clutch slip problem
Have you seem the 2020 softail street bob turn off at stop or stall at highway speeds? Switch packs go bad or throttle body open.
really really really really love this week'S-Video thanks john, just purchase a used sportster a few months back and it acts up in first gear only had one or two suspicions this week'S-Video give me a couple more avenues to check into so really really helpful for me this week thanks again
I guess we could say maintenance schedule ? The belt must have a replace time and miles ? The rain question I have ask factory and the best answer was Rain X on your visor and have a little pad on glove main finger you can use to wipe the excess water once in a while . The best I had was a giant size 650 Scooter with an adjustable windshield heated grip heated seat some rain won't be feel at all windshield goes over the helmet
Yeah .......no one wants to be jerked in an annoying way. Sweet video great info.
This was a great one for technical. Still waiting patiently for a Shifter Shaft seal change tips. I tried like hell to be gentle, but I scratched the shaft and now it leaks so bad it needs diapers.! Is there a special tool to dig the existing one out without damaging the shaft or the Inner Primary case? Thanks.
Thank you
You described that perfect.
John really good video! For many owners it’s 4 words trade or sell it for big HD repairs! Or 1 ebay
I wonder if i can get ideas this way. I got a custom sportster tank with an efi port that isn't reaching the lowest point of the tank. when i get low on fuel and open it up it basically cuts right out. Any ideas to fix this.. anyone?
Outstanding Vid! Thank you for all the time you take out of your days off to bring us cool content.
Hey bro. What’s your take on the Baker XL6 speed for sportsters
Great vlog John Thanks 🏍🇺🇸
Great info John. Thanks Bud.
Be safe during Dorian. Take care of yourself and family!
My 2011 dyna fat bob won't shift from 2nd to 3rd
Great video. Now when are you gonna cam your bike?
My favorite saying from a customer was always “ it runs great, it just won’t start”. And don’t get me started on brake pads carved out of wood, tech tip, Hickory, NOT pine!
I’d like to know if they did away with the vents being able to close on the road glide
From Oregon bud, loved the ending 💦😎
Cool video, what is that radio between the handlebars?
Awesome video. Thanks John.
Very good video. You will save other techs a lot of time with this.
Have to say the transmission issue is really annoying and not exactly the cheapest fix. Had to have second gear and associated parts replaced recently. Knew there was something amiss, service department looked at it and wasn't sure what was causing it until they pulled the box apart of saw just how worm down it was. 50k kilometres of being riden hard and my '16 FXDF needed a new box. Feels better than ever now
How much did that cost you?
@@adminadmin9997 cost me about 3k AUD...
@@itachi1blaze harley did the rebuild or your local mechanic shop?
@@itachi1blaze was there a warranty on the build?
@@adminadmin9997 a year as they were all harley genuine parts..
One thumbs down? Must be a Suzuki rider.
John, I wanted to chime in and thank you for all your videos. Your vids not only helped me set up a MotoVlogging helmet, but walked me through breaking in my new Road Glide Special, oil selection, tool kit, and many more.
Well upload a damn video so i can subscribe hahaha👍
Mine did the same till it got stuck in 4 th now it's not moving
These videos are so good. Thanks much
Great video buddy..... 🤘😎🤘
Great Video, another thing for bike won't go, twice this has happened to me...I have a hotrod bike (98 Road King with 124 S&S)Has sheared off the drive pulley bolts at the rear wheel, second time left me stranded, had to call Cycle Worthy Towing to come get me...Sucked. I would have expected the belt to break before the drive bolts???
Oh yea. Seen that for sure!
Great Video John!! Was starting to lose interest in the channel, because it started to feel a bit like a Ciro3D commercial. The last few have been good though.
Summer is tough on me, lots of work to get through, and not a lot of time for filming. Not every single vid is gonna hit what every single sub is gonna want, but glad you liked this one.
What's up with your windshield? thought you didn't like the 2 tone?
John all the chrome fell off my headlamp rear bucket. chrome on front lamp ring is intact this was disheartening to say the least, no bigger than a large soup bowl and HD wants 200.00+ to replace. it's a 2008 heritage, the only chrome on the bike to do this. Damn chrome just fell off over the course a summer, what would cause this ???
Please reply anyone....
HA! ..outro ...raining. ;)
Cranks but will not start ...
Rainman, blue sky and rain😁
Hey John, good topic! In automotive, when the engine won’t turn over by the starter, we say “No crank-no start”.
Solid description.
Awesome John !! Thanks !! BIG DIRTY THUMBS UP
So I inspect my drive belt, I find a tooth that is ready to go...I can't glue the tooth back on, so what do I do? Replace the belt or wait until the whole belt craps out?
I guess it depends on whether or not you want to pay for a tow. Belt craps out, you’re kinda screwed.
Great video, but somewhat disappointed. I thought you were "America's Harley Tech"...
Even though I don't ride a Harley your technical advice can be applied to ANY make bike, regardless of the brand. It's only when you cover something that is Harley proprietary that it doesn't apply to other bikes. And a BIG thanks for sharing just a little bit of your motorcycle knowledge and expertise!
You failed to mention in the clutch segment warped plates will also drag even if everything else looks good
I didn’t have any to show off, so I just left it at slippage until I get some more damaged parts.