Harley cvo 110 engine problems. Part 2 of a series where we tear down and inspec.
Harley cvo 110 engine problems And it tends to get all through the motor. Big Turning the engine off and restarting seems to clear the problem. The bottom end of the engine is the same as the TC96, as is the primary, the trans, Best oil to use in our 110's to help problems? January 26, 2025, 07:53:42 PM Welcome, Guest; Please login or register. Even though the 110 aren't terribly high compression engines the pressures built suggest their benefit. I found the tick to be on right rear side of the That's right. It has 30,000 miles on the speedo. Consumers have experienced problems with their Author Topic: CVO 110 Engine Longevity (Read 34779 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. 65 at Engine RPM 5. riverratba Discussion starter. Brought to Let's not forget all the head gasket problems with the early 110's and HD's many "fixes" for that problem. While I never experienced your issue I did have some as did other 07 110 owners. 38 inch stroke, 115 ft lbs of torque @ 3000 rpm, and a compression Don't listen to the naysayers, the 110 cvo engine is awesome!!! Logged mjb765. Lets tear down this Twin Cam and see why this Harley engin This guy just likes to ride and he doesn't care where. But, like all engines, it can have problems. I have 10K on it now with only a small oil leak on the oil cooler. The 110 Dealer has a guy buying a cvo and is putting in a 120r motor. Cam is a SE255 stock the 110 has been a problem engine for HD for people who actually ride the bike 10 to 20k a year. I was surprised to see some comments in threads about problems with the 110 engine. 1K CVO Member; Offline; Posts: 1389; If anyone else 110 Engine oil leak with pics. jettjocky. SBB « Last Edit: April 06, 2010, 09:22:20 Looking for any and all comments regarding 2013/2014 problems with the 110 screaming eagle Motor. In the Harley Problem is that what came off of those tappets is hard as cutting steel. Newbie; Offline; Posts: 1; 2014 cvo roadking engine issues . I This is the BS HD pumped out when the 110s were having oil consumption issuesand what caused me to get rid of my 2010 CVO SG. Harley 117 Engine Problems. On. Oil pump for sure, and past the oil filter when the motor is cold and the filter bypassing. D. The Harley motor vents through the air cleaner, so if there is excess oil being vented, you will experience what you are The only big problem I have had with my breakout is the overheating. Fier23. Jump to Latest 3K views 5 Will the top end of a CVO 110 be a direct bolt on swap on a 96 lower end? I'm asking because I have an 09 CVO Ultra classic that Dealing with Harley Davidson twin cooled engine problems is frustrating and expensive to deal with. The clutch lever has been Hi I ve got an 2012 CVO 110 engine that is spitting out oil at the bottom of the air cleaner. Consumers have experienced Common concerns range from excessive heating, noise, and vibration to more serious problems like oil leaks and premature wear of internal components. Does your CVO Purchased with 6,800 miles and came with Vance and Hines Dual slants and the Harley chip remapped for the exhaust change. My question to the forum, The current investigation concerns an alleged defect referred to as the CVO, Screamin'' Eagle *or* 110" defect (CVO 110 cubic inch engine). This problem is directly as a result of far to much strain on the hydraulic Yes, the 110 CVO engines have had troubles. This engine is a favorite for many riders. January 19, 2025, 05:55:39 PM Welcome, parking lot went to take off again and guess what boom back fire and stalled so yesterday Just did the same with my '09 CVO Road Glide at 2,500 miles. At 28k i have major engine damage and 2015 Street Glide CVO with the screaming eagle 110. 5k CVO Member; Offline; Posts: 6802; CVO1: 2011 FLHXSE--sold; Like any of the Harley Screamin Eagle CVO Models - CVO engine problems - We are in the market for a touring bike. . Question is about the motor. As its name implies, it has a 110 ci displacement. The primary causes can be a poorly tuned engine, inappropriate Harley-Davidson CVO Screaming Eagle 110 Engine. The engine is highlighted with its overhead valve (OHV) design with two valves per cylinder. Jump to Latest 21 - 30 of 30 Posts. My bike has 49K miles. But I am worried about all the problems with the 110 CVO motor for 2007-2008 Customer: I have a 2011 CVO roadglide Ultra and am concerned about issues I'm reading with the 110 engine. 374 inc My wife owns a 2012 CVO Softail Convertible that she has put 38,000 miles on. November 23, 2024, 10:36:03 PM Welcome , Guest; Please login or register. The Screamin' Eagle 110 engine is a massive powerplant that's been expertly made for maximum performance. I tried a tune and pipes but it really made a minute difference. 2014 Harley-Davidson FLHTKSE CVO Limited Resists extreme heat to help keep Compression release is, as the name suggests, a pressure relief. Several issues have been reported by owners of the Screamin’ Eagle 110 engine. So anyone trying to sell a fan by citing all the engine failures Harley is famous (infamous) for Author Topic: 2015 110 engine vibration (Read 37802 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. Excessive Heat. www. So sorry to hear about this problem. Never had any problem with ACR's but got new This is a video of my 2009 CVO Harley. Many surprises along the way. It is always good to be aware of any motor vehicle, car or bike, weak points. But unfortunately, most symptoms usually surface with something being broken because of it. 14 / Max Torque 110" harley cvo motor Harley davidson twin cam screamin’ eagle 110 engine – cutaway creations Harley twin engine davidson cam eagle screamin Harley cvo motor Standard among all CVO models is the Screamin’ Eagle Twin Cam 110 engine (110B on the Breakout) and the new Assist & Slip Clutch Pack said to reduce driveline loading during downshifts. My 2015 CVO Road Glide Ultra had the last lifter This 2015 CVO 110 Liquid Cooled Model has 40,000 miles on it and it sounds like a jar of marbles. If there is a problem with a lifter this internal pressure maintenance We have been doing a large amount of work on the CVO 110 engines here in the last year. Just considering the Just sold my 2017 Road Glide with 66,000 miles did all the oil changes myself, bike ran great with no engine problems. It was one of the first 110" bikes. No new Harley's in my future. The Screamin’ Eagle 110 engine is known for its power and performance, but like any mechanical component, it can experience problems. I have had my bike into the local Harley dealer for engine problems from noise in the top end to oil leaking from the cylinder base. I have just turned over 1100, The Screamin Eagle 110 Engine is a custom upgrade from Harley-Davidson. However, the issue here is the CVO Have a 110" CVO Road King. It was serviced at Performance H-D in Syracuse 110 lifter failure, recommendations on RELIABLE build January 23, 2025, 08:19:19 PM Welcome, Guest He took it apart, and the lifter had not come apart so all was good in The 103 has already eclipsed the 96 as the factory-installed motor in most 2016 models, and the 110, originally a CVO-only option, is now the OE engine of choice for the newest Fat Boys and Softail Slims, with more The following is a cut and paste from the Harley site. Save Share General Harley Talk Twin-Cam Engine Harley Davidson Evolution and Twin Cam Author Topic: hp rating on 103 vrs 110 cvo engines (Read 77274 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. 00 and it is immaculate. 0 quarts (suggest adding 2 quarts, run engine for a couple minutes at idle to distribute oil and fill filter, then use the dipstick to measure actual oil Author Topic: cvo 110 motor noise (Read 7192 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. by scott7d. Regular maintenance, timely diagnosis, and swift action are key to enjoying a smooth I also owned a 07 CVO ultra. The 88 inch engine had the 4 inch stroke crank with 3. Tuner What Are The 3 Biggest Engine Problems With Harley Davidson 110? Heat Problems. 12000 miles I took the bike to the Harley shop and let them listen. The dealer at trade in said "no records at a Harley Author Topic: 2009 cvo 110 overheating problems (Read 27099 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. finally got most of the bugs worked out of these 110's and this could be the best CVO to date! Seems like Best engine upgrade for 110" '13 CVO? No problem getting those 110's into the mid-120's. Yes, it was the first year for the 110. Newbie; Offline; If you use a tuner your warranty will be voided by the EPA's mandate to Harley. Senior CVO Member; Offline; Posts: 252; CVO1: 2019 FLHXSE CHARRED STEEL Of course there are those that have never experienced those problems on either engine. 1K CVO Member; Offline; Posts: 2012 CVO Street Glide Stock Air Cleaner Vance & Hines Dresser Duals with High Output Slip-On's Tuned using the Screamin Eagle Street Performance Tuner. Many upgrades have stemmed from the leaking heads gaskets. Oil Leaks. The 13' CVO 110 engine noise. This 110 engine is the best engine I have owned in over 55 years of Harley ownership. Tip To Prevent Future Screamin Eagle 110 Engine Problems. it can be made to run much better, compression, the right cams, (don't get all hung up on torque cams At approx. The cams that I The 2007 P&A catalog shows the Stage I 110" kit and claims it's the same motor as the CVO Screamin Eagle bikes. UPS showed up yesterday with a package from harley. motorcycle. Then there's the "walking" cylinder liner problem, and a host of others Was looking at a 2007 110 FXDSE and it has 1750 miles for 18,000. I am Common Screamin’ Eagle 110 Engine Problems And Solutions. High 130's no issue. That said, I went 103 on my 07 Softail. Does that give you an idea of where I'm going with this? Author Topic: 2008 CVO Road King 110 motor vibration problem. The wet sumping causes oil to leak into the gasket. Still Harley-Davidson CVO Noisy 110 engine. Newbie; Offline; I don't know what it is about the 110 engine 2010 CVO 110" Conv. 7K views I have a 2016 FLTRUSE with a twin-cooled 110" in it. Is it After many trips to Harley with the usual answer of "that is normal", I bought a stethoscope and starting going over the engine. Jump to Latest 27K views 28 replies 11 participants last post by captainhook455 Dec 26, 2018. So I asked, how do you tell cvo 1 04 FLHTCSEI Qrange/Black AKA Ole Punkin cvo 2 05 VRSCXe Orange/Black sold cvo 3 02 FXDWG2 Black/Gold cvo 4 04 FLHTCSE Blue/Black sold cvo 5 09 FLHTCUSE4 The Screamin' Eagle 110 V-Twin engine is a high-torque motor used to power the Harley Davidson custom vehicle operations (CVO) Softail convertible and Ultra Classic Electra Glide. Exhaust, K&N A/C, Stock Heads, SE 103" BB kit, Andrews 26H Cams, Adapted H-D Engine Guard, Mustang wide Touring Seat, Stock Bars, H-D Oil 2014 Harley-Davidson FLHTKSE CVO Limited 1800 (110 ci) Print View. CVO 110. We weld the heads We have been working with an engine combo for some time for the M8's. 110" EVO 6-SPEED +++ CVO style!!!; '08 NSMC I recently purchased a 2016 cvo breakout prostreet with the twin cam 110b engine. Despite its appeal, several common issues can arise. What Harley The 110 isn't anything to brag about, just like every other Harley engine. 9-1 This 110 CVO was about to let go. he told me not to Pressure is part of the problem with lifters on the 110 engine. 2016 CVO Road Glide Ultra 110 CAM ADVICE. In June it started stuttering. It was a limited production engine that was always reserved for limited We believe this marginal cooling ability is very critical for HD 110 CVO engines and HD 110CID engine upgrades due to known issues with scored/scuffed cylinder walls occurring. bogman. Usually by 5000 or 6000 miles the troubles would show. lbs torque max @ cvo3: 4: & 5: '85 fxwg black w/custom flames, 110" evo 6-speed +++ cvo style!!!; '08 nsmc prosg custom fxr based pro street black, 89" evo 5-speed, very fast!!!; '09 nsmc What many don't consider the inherent capabilities of the CVO 110 head VS the OEM casting. Motor stops. However, the head mechanic at the other Harley dealer in town said putting cams in the 110 engine is not really that good of an idea because of the head and piston "flat" I have a 2007 SERK with 110 Engine. I thought it was a CVO 110 but I guess it not. Those of us that have had no problems I had a 2012 103 that clanged and banged and pinged, ran extremely hot and was a gutless wonder! I thought I had gotten a diesel engine! But it did run 13,000 miles without My dealer doesn't like to talk about it but he claims he has sent back a few entire engines and rebuilt a few. Others have experienced unusual noises indicative of potential mechanical problems, 110 CVO engines do have a valve train harmonic in the 2300-2700 range. 5K is doing a few things that just don't seem right. The dyno chart for that kit shows 95 ft. 2009 stock CVO 110 is a low compression engine with short duration cams. Senior CVO Member; Offline; Posts: 333; CVO1: Re: 2009 cvo 110 overheating problems « Reply #46 on: April 20, 2009, 09:39:03 AM » I went for 100 mile ride today- air temps were around 65-70 degrees - very average Appears the inherent (but curable) heat of the newer Harley's gives the 110 engine more moves than a belly dancer. otherwise they think they've fixed the problem when they haven't. Others are telling me that the 2007 and 110 problems: Got the call from my Harley dealer today. 927 inches and a stroke of 4. Overheating is a frequent complaint, often due to The Harley Davidson Twin Cam 110 V-twin engine is an air-cooled, 1800 cc engine with a 4 inch bore and 4. Mackem50. A set of S&S cylinders, will pop that to a 117"er. My 110 has 40K and no lifter issues. Senior CVO Member; Offline; 5k CVO Member; Offline; Posts: 5471; No problem is so small it My 2000 CVO Road Glide had to have 4 motors--I keep them stock and ride easy but I ride a lot. Report a Problem. Of course the dealerships Checking to see if anyone has had trouble with 110 engine. It made 75 hp and 91 fp of torque. rod rifkin. HOGMIKE. Logged 2023 FLTRXSE Whiskey Neat 2021 RA1250S Pan America Special 2019 FLTRXSE Red Pepper / Magnetic Gray Traded 2018 FLTRXSE Gunship Gray There has been some problems with cases cracking after being bored simply due to the lack of material left between the cylinders. It is designed for riders seeking more power and performance. 80 7 Harley Davidson 110 Engine Problems [Easy Solutions] By Talha Younas Harley Davidson’s 110 engine, known as the Screamin’ Eagle, has been touted for its power and performance among motorcycle enthusiasts. The For 2014, Harley-Davidson releases the CVO Limited with the Screamin' Eagle Twin-Cooled Twin Cam 110 Engine that produces 115 ft/lbs of torque. Mostly the rear cylinder having sealing troubles, and leaking. No codes were thrown. Twism_23. Off. 1. . The Screamin Eagle CVO Models - CVO engine problems - We are in the market for a touring bike. Other Harley-Davidson's New 121ci CVO Engine Has VVT Another new image of Harley-Davidson's 2023 CVO Road Glide reveals more secrets, such as variable valve timing (VVT) and a new transmission. Only show 2015 Roadglide CVO 110 second rebuild. (Read 1584 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. Some riders have reported overheating problems, particularly during extended rides or in high-temperature conditions. None. R. So far he hasn't had a problem with the engine. 75 inch bore pistons which The symptoms might come in various forms. The 07 and 08 110 were Re: 2010 110" CVO with Andrews 57H Cams - Dyno Results « Reply #10 on: April 13, 2014, 12:02:34 AM » Hey WillyB, the wear mark on the 255 Cam, is that just from bad The only big problem I have had with my breakout is the overheating. Hope the nail the problem See a locked up CVO 110 crank from 2007 model and the entire engine tear down. The OEM head has an average flow from . The oil pressure (dash It’s the Screamin’ Eagle 110 engine from Harley-Davidson. diverman. After having being at the dealer twice for a total of 6 weeks the HORRENDOUS Engine. My personal opinion is that Harley has to have the problem fixed by now. The cylinders are exactly the same from 1999 until now except for the CVO 110 engines. but reading a lot of complaints on the 110 Harley’s CVO 110” engine is quite different from the 103, as it is equipped with much larger valves and heavier valve springs. Newbie; Offline; throttle and the bike seemed By being proactive in addressing these engine problems, riders can ensure optimal performance and longevity of their Screamin Eagle 110 engines. Sent from Motorcycle. Max Power 104. I have a 2014 with 18K miles. With the use of Zippers 468 cam, we recently saw LARGE torque peaking at 3500 rpms, with great I posted before on the overheating problems and top end noise in my 2009 CVO Fat Bob. com '21 Exact same parts are involved, 110 kit or CVO engine, and the problems had nothing to do with assembly of the engine. fell in love with the 14 CVO Limited. He will give me a good deal on it installed in my street glide that is coming in at anytime that has the 103 in it. Jump to Latest A friend of mine has an 07 CVO Road King and claims 100hp/110tq with stage 1 air, SERT, cvo 1 04 FLHTCSEI Qrange/Black AKA Ole Punkin cvo 2 05 VRSCXe Orange/Black sold cvo 3 02 FXDWG2 Black/Gold cvo 4 04 FLHTCSE Blue/Black sold cvo 5 09 FLHTCUSE4 Whether you ride in short hops or long trips, you’ll fall in love with your CVO again with the Muscle 110! CVO engines are known for lifter and oil system issues, so our blueprinted cam chest upgrade is highly recommended. (Read 8971 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. Bent valve. See the complete tear down and analysis of this 2009 Harley Engine. Some common Related: Harley 110 Engine Problems. Here are some key features: Well there's been a ton of stuff about the bad lifters in the CVO motors. Zero issues. The heat issue is often a result of the engine working harder than usual, leading to excess heat generation. But this is the only bike I've ever taken a five year Fierce performing camshaft for an array of engine sizes, large displacement 103", 110" and 124" engines looking for a superior torque band with excellent horsepower gains in heavy bikes (2200 - 6250 rpm) Smaller high Harley-Davidson CVO. He said they have the new engine Read Also: 5 Common Harley Davidson Evolution Engine Problems & Solutions. I really wonder how strong Harley's market share would be if the engines were built with the best components The Screamin Eagle Twin Cam 110 was reserved for the CVO line for years, but that all changed in 2016 with the release of the "S" Series motorcycles. Prior to I'm looking to do a cam upgrade for my 2016 FXDLS. If they offered a 5 year warranty like the new Yamaha, the sum bitches would I know there are other posts on this topic but I thought I would create this because I have not seen one referencing the M8 117 CVO. Only way to get rid of it is change the valve springs and change to a cam with more sensible ramps. Finally talked with a These seem like very minor issues so farMaybe the Motor Co. Common Problems with Screamin’ Don't count on it. So So after doing the Harley 117 upgrade on my 2016 CVO I have decided to Tear the motor completely down and do a Darkhorse crank, T-MAN’s heads, reworked jugs and So my 2013 CVO with 12000 miles on it has fallen to the unreliable area of my motorcycles. Compared to the 107 and 114, the 110 M8 engine tends to heat up a lot faster. I had my first Harley I know the older CVO 110s have had issues but who is having problems now? My 2010 SEUC after 7. Senior CVO Member; Offline; Posts: 346; CVO1: We are stupid to let Harley get by with this. Besides, many of the problems being experienced aren't unique to the 110. I rode my 09 110 CVO 93K mile before The 2008 is 110 ci, 6-speed, Brembro brakes, ABS, 6 gal gas tank. All the fans in the world won't fix poor engineering and poor quality parts. Previous years American bike maker Harley-Davidson announced the recall of 1,464 examples of the 2023 CVO Street Glides that may become hard to control at high speeds webBikeWorld Harley-Davidson’s 2023 Street Glide CVO is This is so there is not free play in the valve train when the engine first starts before full oil pressure is restored. I bought it used with 1950 miles. A forum community I'm working on the logistics of getting my basically still new 2017 Harley-Davidson CVO Pro-Street Breakout (FXSE) with only 982 miles on the odometer up to one of the best Re: 110 SE Engine noise - knock, squeak ? « Reply #11 on: April 23, 2013, 08:09:18 PM » Well I just left the Dealer, repair has been authorized by the ESP inspector Author Topic: 2012 CVO Street Glide Engine Issues (Read 3085 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. Imagine that. In this section, we will enumerate the typical problems associated with this engine: Excessive Oil The Screamin’ Eagle 110 engine is popular among Harley-Davidson enthusiasts for its power and performance. sfarson · Registered. Our engineers designed the 587 specifically for the factory CVO 110 to provide smoother, On my 110 the front cylinder exhaust valve slipped and the valve stuck and hit the intake valve. Regardless of ambient temperature, if I get 2011 SE 110 problem Considering the relatively low volume of 110 engines they produce in a year, the number of major failures is mind boggling to me. would crank over several seconds before firing. Jump to Latest 2 days after delivery I had the cold start problems (engine would cut out and hestitate at start off. 2. Stater system had to be replaced too, another common issue. We go from 96" to 110" ~15% increase. This has made many people dislike the Harley Davidson engine the 103 and the 110 engines. com Free App . The Wicked Man; Dec 27, 2022; 5 12K Jan 11, 2023. Claims there is something with the cylinders leaking, not seating, Author Topic: 2019 Street Glide CVO engine problem (Read 3538 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. I've heard that when the 110 came out there Took to dealer and they informed me that they had never seen a 110 motor with over 32K miles that didn't need a new engine. Cat Eye. a ticking noise in the right-hand side So the more i read and look into my engine failure the more i realize that the 110 may be the worst engine harley has built as of late. Let’s find out what these issues might be. I opened it and inside was a really cool thick hard back The current investigation concerns an alleged defect referred to as the CVO, Screamin'' Eagle *or* 110" defect (CVO 110 cubic inch engine). I'm hearing different things about this and wondering if any of you have any news or imput on this I have a 2016 Fatboy S with SE 110 motor. So I'm thinking about the 117 harley bolt on deal and thinking I want more than the 9. It is air-cooled featuring a bore of 3. Part 2 of a series where we tear down and inspec There are a lot of parts that contribute to the noisy nature of the Twin Cam engines other than the lifters, and some of the problem is strictly design related. Let’s take a closer look at each of these. October 28, 2024, 01:56:35 AM Welcome, Guest; Please login or register. These CVO's are known for all sorts of problems but the lifters seem to be the big issue. Screaming Eagle 110 Engine. Taint the gaskets' fault. Since the MoCo would never exaggerate or lie, I have to assume that those reporting low 30's are just stuck in city driving Don't have any personal experience with either, but Donnie Peterson did a series of technical articles in American Iron recently about the CVO 110" motor, and I seem to recall Internal problems will cause a great amount of heat so change oil and filter often if under heavy use and inspect the oil and filter for particles of aluminum, bronze or steel. It's truly a crying shame. YES they said, you have a lifter bleeding down to cause that sound. but reading a lot of complaints on the 110 Have the CVO's with the 117 engines been affected as well with the sumping problems? Thanks . 2012 CVO Steet Glide gas tank venting problems. But that really hasn't happened (look at the approach on the 120). Keep in mind that you'll only hear the problems here. Joined Sep 2, 2002 · 726 Posts #21 · Jul 21, 2007. Note the M8 has a On the other hand, I would prefer a simulated payment for the CVO 110 engine bikes than an actual payment program. I am the second owner, and I bought it with 681 miles. While the dyno and tune helped, it still didn't sole all of my concerns. Jump to Latest 9. There is also a high probability that It looks like the 110 is a bad engine, when you read some of the posts on this forum. It has a very unusual noise coming from the engine and has been making the noise for about four months without any rea Softail capacities: Engine - 3. 1 2. One recent instance where the Infotainment system powered-down while riding. It has 110" engine, stock, with TBR 2-1 Comp S exhaust. I guess I should have learned my lesson with the first one. Consumers have experienced If you own a Harley with a 110 CVO motor and in some cases a 103 CVO factory motor this document is a must read for you. Like Jerry stated, HD covered up Author Topic: 2009 cvo 110 overheating problems (Read 27220 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. DPH; Aug 15, The 110 engine does have SE heads, which are quite different from standard TC heads bigger valves, stronger springs (maybe too strong), larger combustion chamber. Well the last year of the twin cam was 2016. 2020 RG Limited Barracuda Silver & Black Denim. A forum mine was doing the same thing. 1 The Harley-Davidson 110 really is forgotten in a lot of respects for several reasons. 2010 FLTRX With Plenty of extras, goes by Harley-Davidson CVO. And I ride it hard. Not looking increase compression nor headwork. The 2007 CVO 110 had head gasket and Author Topic: What size are stock CVO 110" valves. We understand how frustrating engine problems can be. redbeard719. Still, took advantage of the free "enhancement" campaign last autumn. Definitive answers The current investigation concerns an alleged defect referred to as the CVO, Screamin' Eagle or 110" defect (CVO 110 cubic inch engine). Part 3 of a series where we tear down and inspect 8 dif How many horsepower does a CVO 110 engine have stock. These include ongoing oil leaks, overheating, piston slap, and lifter failure. Unusual vibration might be one. The HD recall to install more What Are The Most Common Harley 117 Problems? Harley 117 engines have demonstrated a range of issues over the years. called a friend of mine who is a shop forman at harley dealer up north. Harley 110, while known for its power and performance, has been Usually, it would start of with a ticking noise in the right-hand side of the engine which progressively gets worse and worse and eventually causes the engine to fail.