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EVO: Oiling & Lubrication - Sub-04F
Pics and Information on 1994-2003 Sportster Oil Tanks
See also Pics and Information on stock EVO Battery Trays and Parts in the Sportsterpedia.
Starting in L1993, the starter relay (31504-91A) was attached to the rear of the oil tank with a 3/16“ x 7/16” x 5/8“ pop rivet.
1994-1997 Mounts 1) |
1997-1999 Oil Tank and cover (62475-97). (All models) 2) | ||
97-03 Oil Cap
OEM oil cap for 97-03 Sportster Oil Tanks:
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The hole in the tank for the oil cap is tapered.
The top of the taper is app. 1.274” and the bottom of the taper is app. 1.224“.
97-03 Oil Cap Hole in Tank Dims 6) | |
Analog dipstick with temp gauge (62667-87TA) chrome-plated cap with Harley-Davidson script on the face.
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Oil Tank Damage and Repair
This one from a 2001 1200S model was leaking from the area of the bottom stud. The metal near the stud was cracked and the stud loose where it was welded.
You can use a very large heavy duty washer that fits over the stud and weld it on to reinforce the area after first cleaning it and repairing the original crack. 10)