SCREAMIN' EAGLE MILWAUKEE-EIGHT 135 CRATE ENGINE
941004462024-01-23
GENERAL INFORMATION
Table 1. General Information
Kits
Suggested Tools
Skill Level(1)
16200759, 16200760, 16200767, 16200937
Safety Glasses, Torque Wrench, Digital Technician II (DT II), H-D Special Tools
(1) DTII and dealer installation required
KIT CONTENTS
Figure 1. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Crate Engine
Table 2. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Crate Engine
Verify that all contents are present in the kit before installing or removing items from vehicle.
Item
Qty
Description
Part No.
Notes
1
1
Engine assembly
16200759, 16200760, 16200767, 16200937
2
1
Screamin Eagle High-Flow Injector Kit
27400067
3
1
Screamin Eagle 68mm Throttle Body Kit
27300194
4
1
68mm CNC Ported Intake Manifold
27300217
Figure 2. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Cylinder Heads
Table 3. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Cylinder Heads
Verify that all contents are present in the kit before installing or removing items from vehicle.
Item
Qty
Description
Part No.
Notes
1
2
Automatic compression release
18400073B
2
8
Flange nut
10200303
3
16
Keeper, valve
Not sold separately
4
8
Collar, valve spring
Not sold separately
5
8
Valve spring
Not sold separately
6
8
Seal, valve
Not sold separately
7
1
Cylinder head assembly, rear, black granite
16501088
1
Cylinder head assembly, front, black granite
16501086
1
Cylinder head assembly, rear, black
16501087
1
Cylinder head assembly, front, black
16501085
8
2
Exhaust valve, 34 mm
18000057
9
2
Intake valve, 42 mm
18000056
10
4
Screw, button head, TORX
68120-00
11
2
Medallion, 135
14102009
12
4
Stud, exhaust port
10900015A
Items mentioned, but not included in kit
A
Valve spring kit, Screamin' Eagle
18100080
Figure 3. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Pistons
Table 4. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Pistons
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Item
Qty
Description
Part No.
Notes
1
1
Piston kit, front and rear (Includes items 2-4)
21900164A
2
2
Piston ring set, standard
22000126
3
4
Lock ring, piston pin
22097-99
4
2
Piston pin
22310-10
Figure 4. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Cylinders
Table 5. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Cylinders
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Item
Qty
Description
Part No.
Notes
1
2
Screamin Eagle Cylinder Kit, 4.310 in., front and rear cylinders, black granite (Includes items 2-4)
16800404
2
Screamin Eagle Cylinder Kit, 4.310 in., front and rear cylinders, black (Includes items 2-4)
16800407
2
4
Dowel pin, ring
16589-99A
3
2
Gasket, cylinder base
16500332A
4
2
Gasket, cylinder base
16500657A
Figure 5. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Camshaft Chest Components
Table 6. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Camshaft Chest Components
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Item
Qty
Description
Part No.
Notes
1
1
Camshaft kit, SE8-550
25400432
2
1
Needle bearing kit, camshaft
24018-10
3
1
Oil pump assembly
92400278
4
1
Spring, relief valve
26210-99
5
1
Relief valve, oil pump bypass
26400-82B
6
1
Roll pin
601
7
1
O-ring
11293
8
4
Hydraulic lifters
18572-13
9
1
O-ring
11900103
10
1
Camshaft plate assembly
25400419
11
1
Retention kit
25566-06
12
1
Gasket, camshaft cover
25700370
13
1
Medallion, 135, Stage IV
14102009
14
1
Gasket kit
25700731
GENERAL
Models
For model fitment information, see the Parts and Accessories (P&A) Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com.
Verify that the most current version of the instruction sheet is used. It is available at: h-d.com/isheets
Contact Harley-Davidson Customer Support Center at 1-800-258-2464 (U.S. only) or 1-414-343-4056.
Installation Requirements
WARNING
Rider and passenger safety depend upon the correct installation of this kit. Use the appropriate service manual procedures. If the procedure is not within your capabilities or you do not have the correct tools, have a Harley-Davidson dealer perform the installation. Improper installation of this kit could result in death or serious injury. (00333b)
NOTE
This instruction sheet references service manual information. A service manual for the year and model motorcycle is required for this installation and is available from:
    These items are available at your local Harley-Davidson dealership.
  • Kit requires Electronic Control Module (ECM) recalibration. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealership.
  • Separate purchase of Exhaust Header (Part No. 65600177) maybe required to maintain compliance. See a Harley-Davidson dealer.
  • 10-plate assist and slip clutch used in Milwaukee-eight vehicles has sufficient capacity to support this kit for most applications. Only install higher capacity springs if clutch slippage occurs. Higher capacity springs will increase clutch lever effort.
PREPARE
1. Set motorcycle upright. See service manual.
2. Disarm security system. See service manual.
3. Remove seat. See service manual.
4. Remove main fuse. See service manual.
5. Remove fuel tank. See service manual.
6. Liquid-Cooled Cylinder Heads with Center Position Radiator: Drain coolant system. See service manual.
REMOVE
1. Remove engine from chassis. See the ENGINE section of service manual.
INSTALL
1. Before installing the engine, make sure that there is no debris or contaminates in the oiling system. Have the oil pan flushed out by a Harley-Davidson dealer or qualified technician. If the engine that was removed had internal damage, replace oil pan.
2. Remove the oil passage caps or plugs at the engine to transmission interface.
3. Install the engine to the chassis. See the ENGINE section of the service manual.
4. Install throttle body and high flow injectors following instructions in this kit.
COMPLETE
NOTE
For the latest coolant bleeding procedure and required tools, reference the electronic version of the service manual in Refer to: https://serviceinfo.harley-davidson.com.
The initial printed 2023 CVO service manual for the Street Glide (FLHXSE) and Road Glide (FLTRXSE) may not have the current information.
1. Liquid-Cooled Cylinder Heads with Center Position Radiator: Service coolant system. See service manual.
2. Install fuel tank. See service manual.
3. Install main fuse. See service manual.
4. Install seat. After installing seat, pull up on the seat to verify that it is secure. See service manual.
5. Calibrate ECM with proper calibration for configuration. See dealer for details.
6. Run motorcycle until engine is at normal operating temperature. Repeat several times to verify proper operation.
OPERATION
See owner's manual for BREAK-IN RIDING RULES.
MAINTENANCE
1. Refer to the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in the vehicle service manual or owner's manual.
2. Refer to ENGINE section of service manual for proper service procedures.
135 ENGINE SPECIFCATIONS
NOTE
The following sections provide unique information not available in the Touring service manual ENGINE section for the Milwaukee-Eight engine.
Table 7. Engine: Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135
Item
Specification
Compression Ratio
11.7:1
Bore
4.310 in
109.5 mm
Stroke
4.625 in
117.5 mm
Displacement
135 cu in
2212 cc
Lubrication system
Pressurized dry sump
with oil cooler
MANUFACTURING TOLERANCES
Refer to the engine specifications in the service manual for any specification not shown in the following tables.
Table 8. Valve Spring Specifications
ITEM
PRESSURE
DIMENSION
Height 1
100 lbs (45 kg)
1.470 in. (37.4 mm)
Height 2
262 lbs (119 kg)
0.97 in. (24.6 mm)
Free length
n/a
1.779 in. (45.2 mm)
Table 9. Pistons
Piston:
Clearance (in.)
Piston-to-cylinder fit (Loose)
0.0045
Piston pin fit (Loose)
0.0002-0.0005
Top Ring End Gap
Second Ring End Gap
Oil Control Ring Rail Gap
0.015-0.025
0.015-0.025
0.015±0.009
Top Ring Side Clearance
Second Ring Side Clearance
Oil Control Ring Side Clearance
0.0017-0.0027
0.0009-0.0029
0.0004-0.0059
Table 10. Camshaft Specifications-SE8-550
Intake
Specification
Opens
F-9.4° B; R-6.4° B
Closes
F-41.4° A; R-40°A
Duration
F-230.8°; R-226.8°
Maximum Valve Lift
I -552 in.
Valve Lift @ TDC
F-.116 in.; R-.102 in.
Exhaust
Specification
Opens
F-69.4° BBDC: R-68.4°BBDC
Closes
F-5.8° A; R-2.8° A
Duration
F-255.2°; R-251.2°
Maximum Valve Lift
0.551 in.
Valve Lift @ TDC
F-0.102 in.; R-0.091 in.
Cam Timing @ 0.050 in. Tappet Lift in Crankshaft Degrees
SERVICE WEAR LIMITS
NOTE
Refer to the engine specifications in the service manual for any specification not shown in the following tables.
Use wear limits as guide to part replacement.
Table 11. Pistons
Piston-to-cylinder fit (Loose)
Wear Limit (in.)
Fit in cylinder (Loose)
0.0045
Piston Pin Fit (Loose)
0.0010
Top Ring End Gap
Second Ring End Gap
Oil Control Ring Rail Gap
0.030
0.034
0.038
Top Ring Side Clearance
Second Ring Side Clearance
Oil Control Ring Side Clearance
0.0035
0.0035
0.0067