Videos tagged with Harley-Davidson

This video provides insights from an experienced firearms enthusiast on reloading 10mm defensive ammunition and navigating the complexities of YouTube channel management. The speaker details frustrations with YouTube's monetization policies and content strikes, offering practical advice on dealing with demonetized videos and considering alternative platforms. The content also touches on future video plans, including outdoor gel tests and ballistic chicken videos, and emphasizes the importance of safety during reloading processes.

This guide details advanced engine rebuilding techniques for Harley-Davidson motorcycles, as demonstrated by Mel Bernstein (Dragonman), a master machinist with 59 years of experience. It covers precision machining processes for cylinders, flywheels, valves, and bearings, emphasizing tight tolerances and quality components for optimal engine performance and longevity. The techniques shown are suitable for experienced mechanics and gunsmiths working on vintage and modern V-twin engines.

This video details advanced motorcycle engine rebuild and modification techniques, focusing on Shovelhead engines. Dragonman, an experienced mechanic and business owner, explains flywheel lightening for higher RPMs, dual spark plug head modifications, and camshaft lift considerations. The content highlights the shop's capability to perform comprehensive engine services, including pricing for basic rebuilds to fully tuned assemblies.

This video provides an expert-level guide to vintage motorcycle engine rebuilding, specifically focusing on Harley-Davidson Shovelhead and Panhead engines. Dragonman, a recognized expert with decades of experience, demonstrates key machining processes like honing, valve grinding, and cylinder boring using specialized tools. He emphasizes the importance of having a comprehensive parts inventory for faster turnaround and discusses pricing strategies for his services, highlighting the value of quality workmanship.

This video demonstrates an advanced gunsmithing technique for relocating a cam hole on a 1973 Shovelhead Harley-Davidson alternator motor. The process involves welding the original hole, precisely locating the new position using a milling machine with a digital readout and dial indicator, and then carefully machining the new hole to accept a cam bearing. The instructor emphasizes the importance of using the right equipment for accuracy and efficiency.

This video showcases the intricate machine shop work performed by Dragonman on Harley-Davidson motorcycle engines and transmissions. It details processes like flywheel shaving for increased RPMs, rebuilding connecting rods with OEM parts, honing cylinders, cutting valve seats, and modifying engine cases to accommodate different cylinder sizes. The content highlights the expertise required for custom engine builds and repairs, emphasizing quality craftsmanship and the use of specialized machinery.

Dragonman demonstrates the process of motor testing Harley Davidson engines on a specialized stand capable of starting models from 1936 to 1999. He details pre-start procedures like oil pump priming and head torquing, and discusses common customer requests such as big bore cylinders and flywheel modifications. The video highlights the importance of sending carburetors and manifolds with engines for testing and emphasizes the shop's in-house machine work.

This video details the comprehensive process of rebuilding a motorcycle engine's lower end, focusing on the meticulous steps involved in machining, component replacement, and assembly. The instructor, operating from his machine shop, demonstrates specialized techniques for removing and installing races and bushings, honing critical engine components to precise tolerances, and preparing flywheels for optimal performance. The guide emphasizes the importance of using the right tools and fixtures for accurate and durable results.

This video details the specialized process of repairing Harley Davidson engine cases, focusing on replacing worn or damaged bearing races. The presenter, with 58 years of experience, demonstrates precision machining and welding techniques to ensure a perfect fit for replacement inserts. He also touches upon various other engine services offered, including flywheel balancing, cylinder boring, and valve seat installation, highlighting the importance of maintaining original serial numbers for case value.

Dragonman details his 'rebuild your own motor' service, emphasizing cost savings for customers. The process involves glass beading heads, installing new seals, nitrated valves, and performing two-angle valve jobs. Lower end work includes boring cylinders, new bearings, balancing flywheels, and assembly. He also covers transmission rebuilds, Sportster and 45 motor work, and provides crucial advice on priming the oil pump after a rebuild to prevent startup damage. Dragonman has over 56 years of experience in motor rebuilding and machine work.

This video documents the user's decision to destroy their second Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motivation stems from the user's perception that the company has adopted 'woke' policies, leading to their dissatisfaction and subsequent action of dismantling the vehicle. The title explicitly mentions the destruction of a Harley and the reason behind it.