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WheelsOfGrace.com | Volume 13 Issue 6 | 19 By Mark DiPietro Is there some lubrication or greasing needed for the Softail swing arm? It is good to apply a light wipe of anti-seize on the pivot shaft to help prevent rust and for ease of assembly. After I bought my Harley 2014 1200 Sportster 48, I have been getting loud tapping sounds from the left side. I was told several things. Fuel tank is too small, you can hear the tappets more than usual. Don't shift into higher gears, don't need 5th gear at 3000 rpm, not adjustable pushrods. Also, that these motors are mass produced some are louder than others. It is pretty annoying hearing this tapping, so I have to put earphones on. I love my Harley but can't seem to get this problem solved can you help me? Inspect your primary drive chain. Make sure it is not adjusted too loose. Make sure you are using a quality oil. Also, always run 93 octane fuel. Preferably from Mobil or Sunoco. Hi. I have a 2008 Road King Police (FLHP) and after every ride, there's a quarter- size oil drop just below the primary case, near the drain plug. When I checked the transmission oil level, it was low, so I changed it and filled it full. So, I'm thinking maybe a shifter or transmission case seal. Before I do any unnecessary work, can you tell me how to systematically diagnose and troubleshoot such an oil leak? Tips and tricks? First, it is important that you check transmission oil level per your manual, some models and years are with the motorcycle upright & level and some on jiffy stand. If you overfilled the transmission case the excessive oil may be flowing out through the transmission vent. This might be the oil that you are seeing on the ground. Otherwise, start simple. Make sure that the oil is not leaking from the derby or outer primary cover gaskets. If none of these, your leak might be orientating from an inner primary seal or transfer seal. Can I run a velocity stack on stock bike without problems? (2007 Harley FXDWGI) Velocity stacks typically suck more dust and debris into your motor if the air is not filtered in any way. You will get less longevity out of your motor. Also, be careful where you park. It is easy for someone to flick something in the stack that will cause immediate catastrophic damage. 1990 Harley FXR. I install a Badlands turn signal canceler in my FXR. Turning the ignition to the on position the turn signal indicators in the dash flash but if I start the bike while the bike is running the indicators on the dash no longer light up or flash with the turn signals. The turn signals in themselves do flash. Should check your power source for the Badlands unit. Make sure that it is powered by a breaker that is isolated to the lighting circuit only. Also check your grounds. TECH Q&A By Fix My HOG Available Now Take the Journey with Pastor Monty Van Horn Get your copy at: www.vhmi.org