Shovelhead/iron head xl installation instructions, Air cleaner, Choke cable installation – Rivera Primo Mikuni 42mm Carb - SH & XL User Manual

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Check and make sure that the throttle cables are rout-

ed properly by rechecking the throttle play as the han-

dlebars are turned from side-to-side; the amount play

should remain consistent.

C) After the throttle cables have been adjusted, make sure

that all the lock nuts are securely tightened.

5. AIR CLEANER

A) The air filter bracket is attached to the crankcase with 1

long bolt, and a bracket-spacer. Removed the crankcase

nut located between the tappet blocks & replace it with the

enclosed bracket spacer; tighten the spacer securely.

B) Remove the stud protectors from the K&N filter and

place the two backing plates on the studs. Now slip the the

filter onto the carburetor.

C) Attach the 2 long brackets to the air filter studs with the

enclosed nuts & flat washers, and to the bracket spacer with

the enclosed bolt using the lock washers, and flat washers.

When the carburetor and air cleaner are properly aligned,

securely tighten all of the mounting hardware including the

intake manifold clamps.

In some cases it may be necessary to bend the

brackets slightly to arrive at the correct fit.

D) Use the enclosed hose clamps to secure the fuel hose to

the petcock, and the HSR carburetor. The screw clamp

goes on the petcock end and the spring clamp attaches to

the carburetor end.

E) Attach the chrome air filter cover with the enclosed

socket head screw.

7. CHOKE CABLE INSTALLATION

A) Attach the Mikuni choke cable bracket to the original

choke cable bracket on the air cleaner stud with the enclose

hardware as illustrated.

B) Route choke cable to it's mounting bracket and tighten

the jam nut securely. After the cable is securely fastened,

adjust choke cable to have 1mm (.040") of free play with the

adjuster located under the rubber cover at the carb.

8. OVERFLOW HOSE

A) Route the carburetor overflow hose between the push

rod tubes and the rear cylinder, then downward towards the

frame.

9. STARTING

Reconnect the battery and reassemble the remainder of

the motorcycle. Turn on the gas, and start the motorcycles

as you would normally. After the motor has warmed up,

adjust the idle to the desired RPM.

CAUTION

To properly maintain the HSR42's superior high
performance capabilities, it is recommended
that the air cleaner be inspected at 5,000 mile
intervals. Clean/replace the filter as needed.

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USE CAUTION

use the new case bolt included in the kit!

USE CAUTION

SHOVELHEAD/IRON HEAD XL

Installation Instructions

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