Harley Davidson Panhead Manual
This Clymer motorcycle service and repair manual covers the Harley Davidson Panhead for these years: 1948, 1979, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965
Models Included are:
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON E
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON EL
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ELF
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ELS
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ES
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON F
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FL
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLE
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLEF
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLF
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLH
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHF
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLS
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSP
1948-1965 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FS
The Harley Davidson Panhead manual by Clymer is the best owners reference book for repair and service information for your Harley Panhead. Every Clymer motorcycle service manual is written for the do-it-yourselfer as well as the experienced mechanic, Clymer motorcycle repair manuals are the cheapest way to keep your motorcycle running properly. Every Clymer motorcycle service manual contains hundreds of original photographs and illustrations obtained from the complete disassembly and assembly of the motorcycle covered. This, in addition to extensive research, is how Clymer repair manuals achieve an unmatched level of detail, accuracy and clarity to guide the owner through each service, troubleshooting and repair procedure.
The Harley Davidson Panhead manual includes the following chapter information:
QUICK REFERENCE DATA
CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Aftermarket equipment / Manual organization / Notes, cautions and warnings / Safety first / Service hints / Serial numbers / Parts and parts numbers / Torque specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / Gasket sealer / Threadlock / Gasket remover / Expendable supplies / Basic hand tools / Test equipment / Precision measuring tools / Cleaning solvent / Other special tools / Mechanic's tips / Ball bearing replacement / Oil seals
CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements / Troubleshooting instruments / Testing electrical components / Emergency troubleshooting / Engine performance / Electric starting system (1965 Electra-Glide) / Charging system / Voltage regulator (Delco-Remy) / Ignition system / Fuel system / Engine noises / Engine lubrication / Clutch / Transmission / Electrical problems / Excessive vibration / Front suspension and steering / Brake problems
CHAPTER THREE / PERIODIC LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Routine safety checks / Maintenance intervals / Cleaning your Harley / Tires and wheels / Periodic lubrication / Periodic maintenance / Non-scheduled maintenance / Tune-up / Breaker point ignition service / Carburetor adjustment / Storage
CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE
Panhead engine overview / Service precautions / Special tools / Servicing engine in frame / Engine / Rocker arm cover/cylinder head / Pushrods / Valves and valve components / Cylinders / Pistons and piston rings / Tappets and tappet guides / Oil pump / Timing cover and timing gears / Timing cover / Timing gears and camshaft / Crankcase and crankshaft / Engine break-in
CHAPTER FIVE / CLUTCH, PRIMARY DRIVE AND STARTER DRIVE
Primary chain / Motor or compensating sprocket assembly / Primary chain housing / Starter drive (1965) / Clutch booster
CHAPTER SIX / THREE- AND FOUR-SPEED TRANSMISSION AND KICKSTARTER
Shift linkage adjustment / Hand shift cover / Foot shift cover / Shift forks / Transmission / Transmission overhaul / Main drive gear oil seal replacement / Kickstarter and starter clutch
CHAPTER SEVEN / FUEL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Linkert carburetor / Fuel tanks / Fuel shutoff valve / Exhaust system
CHAPTER EIGHT / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery / Circuit breakers / Ignition coil / Electric starter / Starter solenoid / Lighting system / Instrument panel / Switches / Horn / Charging system / Generators / Generator (3-brush generator) / Generator (standard 1958-on) / Generator (fan cooled 1949-1964) / Polarizing the generator / Voltage regulator / Fuses and circuit breakers
CHAPTER NINE / WHEELS, HUBS AND TIRES
Front wheel / Rear wheel / Wheel hubs / Driven sprocket assembly / Drive chain / Laced wheels / Wheel balance / Tires / Tire repairs (tube-type tires) / Wheel alignment
CHAPTER TEN / SPRINGER FRONT FORK
Front shock absorber / Spring fork / Rigid fork / Steering damper / Steering adjustment
CHAPTER ELEVEN / HYDRA-GLIDE FRONT SUSPENSION
Front forks / Fork removal / Steering head and stem / Steering head bearing race / Steering adjustment
CHAPTER TWELVE / REAR SUSPENSION
Rear shock absorbers / Swing arm
CHAPTER THIRTEEN / BRAKES
Front drum brakes / Rear mechanical drum brake (1948-1957) / Mechanical brake inspection / Rear hydraulic drum brake (1958-1965) / Hydraulic brake drum and shoe inspection / Rear master cylinder (1957-1965) / Brake pedal assembly / Brake bleeding
CHAPTER FOURTEEN / FRAME, BODY AND FRAME REPAINTING
Service stands / Footboards / Seat / Handlebar controls / Handlebar / Frame
CHAPTER FIFTEEN / RESTORATION
Panhead history 1948-1965 / Buying old parts / Photos / Original paint restoration / Fuel tank emblems / Upholstery / Chromed parts / Rubber or vinyl parts
INDEX
WIRING DIAGRAMS
The Harley Davidson Panhead manual by Clymer is the best reference book for repair and service information for your Harley Shovelhead.
Publisher: Clymer Manuals
Binding: Paperback — 7 x 10 inches
Pages: 528 — Hundreds of b&w photos and illustrations
ISBN: 0892875658
Harley Davidson Panhead service and repair manual applies to the following years:
1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965