SCREAMIN' EAGLE MILWAUKEE-EIGHT 131 CRATE ENGINE
J066852024-07-09
Kit Number
16200339, 16200340, 16200521, 16200522
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.
Warranty Statement
See the vehicle owner's manual for Emissions Warranty information.
See a Harley-Davidson dealer for a copy of the Harley-Davidson Street Performance Crate Engine Limited Warranty: 12 Months/Unlimited Mileage.
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
  • Replacement engines must be refitted with emission control devices and systems appropriate for the vehicle model and model year in order to verify emissions compliance. Failure to do so constitutes tampering under USA EPA guidelines, which can lead to substantial fines and penalties.
  • Legal for use on public roads only when installed in the specified models. Not legal for use on public roads when installed in models other than the ones specified. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer for warranty statement.
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.
  • A separate purchase of an Header Assembly (Part No. 65600177) to maintain compliance. See a Harley-Davidson dealer.
NOTE
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.
Kit Contents
Figure 1. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Crate Engine
Table 1. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Crate Engine
Item
Description (Quantity)
Part Number
1
Engine assembly, complete
16200339, 16200340, 16200521, 16200522
2
Induction Module and Hardware Kit (Includes items 3 and 4)
Not sold separately
3
  • Throttle Body Kit, Screamin' Eagle 64 mm
27200040
4
  • Screamin' Eagle High Flow Injector Kit
27400040
Figure 2. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Cylinder Heads
Table 2. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Cylinder Heads
Item
Description (Quantity)
Part Number
1
Automatic compression release (2)
18400073B
2
Flange nut (8)
10200303
3
Keeper, valve (16)
Not sold separately
4
Collar, valve spring (8)
Not sold separately
5
Valve spring (8)
Not sold separately
6
Seal, valve (8)
Not sold separately
7
Cylinder head assembly, rear
16500779 Oil
16500815 H2O
Cylinder head assembly, front
16500778 Oil
16500814 H2O
8
Exhaust valve, 33 mm (2)
18000047
9
Intake valve, 41 mm (2)
18000046
10
Screw, button head, TORX (4)
68120-00
11
Medallion, 131 (2)
14101289
12
Stud, exhaust port (4)
10900015A
A
Valve spring kit, Screamin' Eagle (Includes items 3-6)
18100080A
Figure 3. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Pistons
Table 3. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Pistons
Item
Description (Quantity)
Part Number
1
Piston kit, front and rear, with ring sets, piston pin and lock rings, standard
21900099
2
Piston ring set, standard (2)
22000086
3
Lock ring, piston pin (4)
22097-99
4
Piston pin (2)
22558-07
Figure 4. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Cylinders
Table 4. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Cylinders
Item
Description (Quantity)
Part Number
1
Screamin Eagle cylinder kit, 4.310 in (black highlighted), front and rear cylinders (Includes items 2-4)
16800407
2
  • Dowel pin, ring (4)
16589-99B
3
  • Gasket, cylinder base (2)
16500332
4
  • Gasket, cylinder head (2)
16500657A
Figure 5. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Camshaft Chest Components
Table 5. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Camshaft Chest Components
Item
Description (Quantity)
Part Number
Notes
1
Camshaft kit, SE8-517
25400353
2
Needle bearing kit, camshaft
9298B
3
Oil pump assembly, air cooled (Includes items 4-7)
62400247
Oil pump assembly, twin cooled (Includes items 4-7)
62400248
4
Spring, relief valve
26210-99
5
Relief valve, oil pump bypass
26400-82B
6
Roll pin
601
Included in gasket kit, item 9
7
Gerotor assembly
62400241
8
Hydraulic lifters (set of 4)
18572-13
9
Gasket kit
25700731
10
Spacer, cam drive sprocket alignment, 2.54 mm (0.100 in) thick (use as required)
25729-06
Spacer, cam drive sprocket alignment, 2.79 mm (0.110 in) thick (use as required)
25731-06
Spacer, cam drive sprocket alignment, 3.05 mm (0.120 in) thick (use as required)
25734-06
Spacer, cam drive sprocket alignment, 3.3 mm (0.130 in) thick (use as required)
25736-06
Spacer, cam drive sprocket alignment, 3.54 mm (0.139 in) thick (use as required)
25737-06
Spacer, cam drive sprocket alignment, 3.81 mm (0.150 in) thick (use as required)
25738-06
11
Cam drive sprocket retention kit
25566-06
12
Washer
6294
13
Gasket, cam shaft cover
25700730
Included in gasket kit, item 9
14
Cover, timer
25600116
15
Medallion, 131, Stage IV
25600129
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. Drain coolant system. See service manual.
REMOVE
1. Remove engine from chassis. Refer to 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
5. Service coolant system. See service manual.
6. Install fuel tank. See service manual.
7. Install main fuse. See service manual.
8. Install seat. After installing seat, pull up on the seat to be sure it is secure. See service manual.
NOTICE
You must recalibrate the ECM when installing this kit. Failure to properly recalibrate the ECM can result in severe engine damage. (00399b)
9. Calibrate ECM with proper calibration for configuration. See dealer for details.
10. Run motorcycle until engine is at normal operating temperature. Repeat several times to verify proper operation.
OPERATION
Refer to BREAK-IN RIDING RULES in the vehicle owner's manual to break in the new engine.
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.
131 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE
The following sections provide unique information not available in the Touring service manual ENGINE section for the Milwaukee-Eight engine.
Table 6. Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Engine Specifications
Item
Specification
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
Bore
4.310 in
109.5 mm
Stroke
4.50 in
114.3 mm
Displacement
131.3 cu in
2152 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 7. 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 8. Pistons
Piston:
Clearance (in.)
Piston-to-cylinder fit (Loose)
0.0045
Piston pin fit (Loose)
0.0606-0.0010
Top Ring End Gap
Second Ring End Gap
Oil Control Ring Rail Gap
0.013-0.023
0.018-0.024
0.010-0.0030
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 9. Cam Specifications - SE8-517
Intake
Specification
Opens
F-7° B; R-7° B
Closes
F-40° A; R-40°A
Duration
F-227°
Maximum Valve Lift
I -515 in.
Valve Lift @ TDC
F-.112 in.; R-.112 in.
Exhaust
Specification
Opens
F-62° BBDC: R-61°BBDC
Closes
F-7° A; R-1° A
Duration
F-249°; R-242°
Maximum Valve Lift
0.513 in.
Valve Lift @ TDC
F-0.066 in.; R-0.052 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 10. 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