How much oil goes in a Harley transmission?

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How much oil goes in a Harley transmission?

approximately 24 ounces
When filling the transmission, use Harley-Davidson TRANSMISSION LUBRICANT (Part No. 99892-84 (qt.) or 99891-84 (gal.)). The transmission fluid capacity is approximately 24 ounces (0.71 liters).

How much oil does a Harley 103 transmission take?

A: ‘Dry’ fluid capacity is 22-24* fluid oz for all Evo and Twin Cam88/103 Harley 5-speed and BAKER 6-speed transmissions from 1980-2006 (*except 2006 Dyna). The 2006-up Dyna, 2007-up Softail & Touring (Cruise Drive factory 6-speed bikes) take a full quart of fluid (32 fluid oz).

What oil goes in a Harley transmission?

AMSOIL Offers Superior Protection And Performance

AMSOIL Recommendations for Harley-Davidson Motorcycles
Flathead Best Secondary
Transmission 20W-50 MVT Synthetic V-Twin Transmission Fluid
Primary Chain Case 20W-50 MVP Synthetic V-Twin Primary Fluid
Ironhead – Evolution Sportsters / V-Rods Best Secondary

What weight is Harley-Davidson transmission oil?

Our answer: It is perfectly acceptable to use 75W-140 gear oil in Harley-Davidson transmissions.

How much oil goes in the primary on a Harley Davidson?

Fill the primary with oil Harley Davidson Softails require one quart of primary fluid. Be sure to check your owner’s manual or the AMSOIL Product Guide for the correct primary oil capacity for your bike.

How much oil goes in the primary?

The primary is only supposed to be filled up to the BOTTOM of the clutch spring. Start with one QT and add little by little until the level reaches the bottom of the shiny ring at the bottom of the clutch pack housing.

How many quarts does a Harley 103 take?

3.5 qts by the manual, I run mine at 3 qts, as I had some issues with oil coming out the breathers into the air cleaner.

How much transmission fluid do I need?

A typical fluid change will require anywhere from 3 to 6 quarts of ATF depending on the application, a new filter and a pan gasket (or RTV sealer) for the transmission pan.

Can I use 75w90 in my Harley transmission?

It will be just fine in the trans. I would recommend using gear oil in there over motor oil. I run amsoil v-twin transmission oil in my bike.

Can you use 20W 50 in Harley transmission?

A particularly nice feature about AMSOIL 20W-50 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil is that it can be used in the engine, transmission and primary chaincase of Harley-Davidson motorcycles.

How much oil does the primary take?

Changing oil belongs in the service department. I am aware that it takes three quarts of oil. The primary is only supposed to be filled up to the BOTTOM of the clutch spring. Start with one QT and add little by little until the level reaches the bottom of the shiny ring at the bottom of the clutch pack housing.

How many ounces is a Harley Davidson primary?

The listed capacity is 32 oz, it never takes close to that much, usually closer to 25-28 oz.

How much oil does a Harley Davidson 103 engine hold?

Start the drain plug into the oil pan by hand. Snug it; and final tighten to 14 – 21 foot lbs. Now, remove your fill plug and pour three full quarts into the fill allocation. This is now a sufficient amount of oil to check your oil level.

How many quarts of oil does a Harley Twin Cam take?

The engine oil capacity is 3 quarts (2,800 ml; 100 imp fl oz). Most likely there is still oil left over in the sump, so fill it with 2 quarts (1,900 ml; 67 imp fl oz) and check the dip stick. Add oil until the oil level is between the low and high indicators on the dip stick. Replace the fill cap.

How much transmission fluid do I add if empty?

If the transmission has been drained, you will need 4-12 quarts of fluid to fill it back up. Follow the vehicle service manual for the recommended type and amount of fluid to use. If the fluid is very low when it is checked, then add more fluid and look closely for any leaks.

Can overfilling transmission fluid cause problems?

Foaming Fluid: Overfilled transmission fluid will cause foaming. Once the foaming occurs, it’ll lead to several transmission issues such as inadequate lubrication, overheating, hard shifting, etc. Over time, it could damage the entire system beyond repair.

Can you use 20W-50 in Harley transmission?

Can you use ATF in Harley transmission?

We submit that ATF is too thin for Harley primary use. It’s true that many Harley riders have had years of problem-free performance with ATF. We contend that a thicker oil will provide superior metal-to-metal wear protection. Chains and sprockets will last longer using a fluid with an appropriate viscosity.

How often should you change the primary fluid in a Harley Davidson?

every 10,000 miles
It is recommended to change the oil at 1,000 miles, then every 10,000 miles after that.

When did the 4 speed transmission come out?

This style of 4-speed was produced from mid 1979- 1986. The shifting mechanism changed from a rotating drum in the ratchet top to a rotating plate in the later models. This style of transmission has been called by different names such as the “cow pie top”, “pancake top” or the “washing machine top”.

What kind of transmission does a Harley Davidson Big Twin have?

Follow along and learn all of the skills you need to get miles and miles of trouble free shifting out of your Harley-Davidson Big Twin Four Speed transmission.

What is the capacity of transmission fluid in a Harley Davidson?

Discussion in ‘ General Harley Davidson Topic ‘ started by fiveoh455, Apr 12, 2012 . According to the service manual for my former bike (’09 Electra Glide Classic) the Transmission Fluid capacity was 32 oz.

How do you work on a four-speed motorcycle transmission?

Four-speed transmissions are easiest to work on when they are removed from the motorcycle and placed on the bench or clamped in a bench-mounted vise. Before any disassembly takes place, the outside of the transmission should be cleaned, especially the top cover screws behind the ratchet assembly.