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So I was riding for 30 minutes when all of the sudden it died. It will start and run great until I give it throttle and then it dies. Does anyone have any ideas?
First, run the IM diagnostics as explained in this post (clear codes after reading and noting what you see).

Stalling after starting can be caused by any of the following:
The fuel delivery system including fuel tank, fuel cap (plugged vent), fuel filters, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, or fuel injectors.
ECM (electronic control module) problems
TPS (throttle position sensor) problems​
 

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Ok so apparently the ground on the left side of the motor was barely hanging on and broke off but replaced the terminal and runs great again. Thanks for your help
I have a similar issue. I'm working on the bike tomorrow and will check out the grounding wires. Thanks for the tip!
 

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I feel like a 14 year-old poking around in the dark. Can someone share some pics of the ground strap locations with me? I can't find 'em!
 

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I feel like a 14 year-old poking around in the dark. Can someone share some pics of the ground strap locations with me? I can't find 'em!
Here's a couple of pictures scanned from a service manual that shows the critical ground wires. This first one shows the engine ground to the frame located on the lower rear cross member. This frame ground connects to one of the oil pan fasteners.

In this other picture note items "1", "3", "8", "9" and "10". These pictures are for earlier models but the late model wiring is similar.
 

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Here's a couple of pictures scanned from a service manual that shows the critical ground wires. This first one shows the engine ground to the frame located on the lower rear cross member. This frame ground connects to one of the oil pan fasteners.
Steve, you're a gentleman and scholar! I had already started searching "tappets" and wasn't finding any images or videos that could help.

These two pictures just saved me hours searching. Thank you!!! :notworth:
 

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So I was riding for 30 minutes when all of the sudden it died. It will start and run great until I give it throttle and then it dies. Does anyone have any ideas?
Ok I ran through it and No codes were found
Hey I tried to reply to your post about the back rest, I’m interested , what’s your name on Facebook, I’ll message or if you can send me your number or email. Thank you.
 

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Free manuals to work on bike Harley Davidson service manuals for download, free!

Ronnie’s parts finder also gives exact details of everything need to fix plus order from Harley-Davidson dealership straight to house and he has most major parts needed no run arounds ether

 
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