1. | Position motorcycle on a suitable lift. NOTE If vehicle is equipped with Harley-Davidson Smart Security System, see owner's manual for instructions to disarm the system. | |
2. | Remove seat according to the instructions in the service manual. | |
3. | Remove main fuse. Refer to service manual for your motorcycle. | |
![]() When servicing the fuel system, do not smoke or allow open flame or sparks in the vicinity. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury. (00330a) | ||
4. | Remove fuel tank according to the instructions in the service manual. |
1. | Remove existing air cleaner assembly. Refer to AIR CLEANER REMOVAL in service manual. | |||||||||
2. | Remove existing exhaust system. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL in service manual. | |||||||||
3. | Disassemble cylinder heads from engine. Refer to appropriate ENGINE sections in service manual. NOTE The valve springs in these cylinder head assemblies work with cams with up to 0.585 in. (14.859 mm) lift, and up to 7000 rpm. It is important to check valve-to-piston clearance as described in the following steps. We recommend that this inspection be performed by a Harley-Davidson dealer. Valves must be properly adjusted to zero valve lash when claying pistons. | |||||||||
4. | Apply a 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) thick layer of clay to the crowns of both pistons (in the areas where the valves meet the pistons). | |||||||||
5. | Install the new cylinder heads from this kit per the service manual procedures, using the new gaskets from the Top End Overhaul Gasket Kit (purchased separately). Assemble the heads and valve train, and tighten the internal-threaded cylinder screws to the torque specifications listed in the Service Manual. | |||||||||
6. | Turn the engine (by hand) through two complete revolutions. | |||||||||
7. | Remove the heads and measure the clay at its thinnest point. NOTE
NOTE The valve springs on the new cylinder heads have an installed spring height of 1.850 in. (46.99 mm), which equals 193.7 lbs (87.86 kg) of seat pressure.
For constant operation at extreme RPMs, all four valve springs should be checked for matched, installed heights. |
Figure 1. Valve Spring Travel | ||||||||
8. | Change installed valve spring height (seat pressure) as follows: a. Compress valve springs and remove valve collar retainers, upper collars, springs, and lower collars/valve seals on all four valves. b. See Figure 1. Use shims or machine cylinder heads as required to obtain desired seat pressure (see notes above). Install lower valve spring collars (without valve guide seals), valve springs, upper collars, and collar keys. Check installed spring height. c. If spring heights still do not match, repeat Steps 8a and 8b above as necessary to reach the desired installed spring height, again without installing valve guide seals. d. When all spring heights match, remove valve collar retainers, collars, and springs. Install using new lower collars/valve guide seals 18016-03, purchased separately. Assemble the cylinder head assemblies. |
1. | Install fuel tank according to the instructions in the service manual. | |
2. | Install main fuse. Refer to service manual for your motorcycle. | |
3. | Install seat according to the instructions in the service manual. | |
![]() After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift causing loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00070b) NOTICE You must recalibrate the ECM when installing this kit. Failure to properly recalibrate the ECM can result in severe engine damage. (00399b) | ||
4. | Download the new ECM calibration using EFI Race Tuner Kit. Refer to Screamin' Eagle Pro Catalog or contact a Harley-Davidson dealer. |
Kit | Item | Description (Quantity) | Part Number |
---|---|---|---|
Kit 16500013 Black | 1 | Cylinder head assembly, front | 16500014 |
1 | Cylinder head assembly, rear | 16500015 | |
2 |
| Not Sold Separately | |
3 |
| Not Sold Separately | |
4 |
| 18016-03 | |
5 |
| 16715-83 | |
6 |
| 18074-05A | |
7 |
| 18085-05A | |
8 |
| 18260-02 | |
9 |
| Not Sold Separately | |
The following items come installed in the cylinder heads, but are also available separately: | |||
A | Screamin' Eagle Valve Spring Kit | 18013-03A | |
B | Valve seat, intake | 18020-83 | |
C | Valve seat, exhaust | 18011-86 | |
D | Valve guide, intake and exhaust | 16465-06 |