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Yes it can, but it is not recomended. There is a spring in the carb or throttle body (depends on the year of your bike) that will return the bike to idle. BUT if there is a Kink in the throttle cable or any other control problem, this spring will not be strong enough to slow the engine down. If Harley Davidson did not think the return or idle cable was necessary, they would have saved the money and not installed it. I would only recomend this operation in a emergency situation, such as a breakdown on the road. Keep your bike and yourself safe and make a proper repair. Don's Motorcycle Repair Ride Safe
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How do you adjust the clutch on a 2004 wide glide harley Davidson motorcycle?
To adjust the cable just go 1/2 way down the clutch cable and pull the rubber over the adjuster. loosten the lock nut and adjust the cable so there is about 1/8" free play at the handle.
What would cause the negative battery cable on your Harley-Davidson to fry?
Take it to an experinced mechanic and do not pass go!
Where is the fuse box on a 2001 harley Davidson sportser?
the speed cable hung up and no break lightsand turn signals
Why would your 87 soft tail harley Davidson motorcycle with a 5 speed transmission keep eating the throw out bearing?
It sounds to me like the clutch adjustment isn't correct. If the cable is too tight, it will cause the bearing to spin continuosly causing it to wear out prematurely.
Where do you add transmission oil on a 2003 Harley Davidson Electra Glide?
You can add transmission fluid, to your 1985 Harley-Davidson, through the transmission fluid. Check opening. A funnel will help to get the fluid in without spilling.
Is there a speedometer sensor on a 2000 harley Davidson ultra classic?
If you don't have a speedo cable on your front wheel, you have a speedo sensor. I believe that change was made in 2000.
How to Reset alarm Harley Davidson 1450?
You must disconnect the battery cable for a short time. Don't for get you must double click the the alarm button to turn off alarm, once turned on.
How do you fix a speedometer on a 2005 Harley Davidson s?
Need to figure out exactly what's wrong with it first. Maybe it needs to be replaced, or maybe it's just in need of a new speedometer cable.
What are the clutch adjustments for 1980 harley Davidson fxs?
You should buy a manual for that information.
How do you change a motorbike clutch cable?
Which motorcycle?
1998 Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 won't start even when you have replaced the battery and coil?
Try checking the gorund cable at the opposite end from the battery. I had one come loose on my sporty and it would not start but the lights would come on.
How do you remove a starter from a 1993 FLHS harley Davidson motorcycle?
First remove primary chain cover then remove 3 inch stud holding starter pinoin on,(has lock tab,7/16 spanner) then remove positive battery cable & solinoid wire from starter, then remove the 2 mounting studs & it should come straight out, I fitted new solinoid contacts to mine today, 18/ July/ 08, good luck, HB, Australia
