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2015 Harley Davidson Twin Cam 96 / 103 (Dyna / Softail / Touring) Valve Clearance Specs & Shim Calculator

Cold valve clearance specs for 2015 Harley Davidson Twin Cam 96 / 103 (Dyna / Softail / Touring): intake mm, exhaust mm, inspection intervals and replacement shim calculator.

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Engine

1690cc

Cooling

Air/Oil-Cooled

Final Drive

Belt Drive

Engine Oil

3.80 L (4.00 US qt)

Spark Plug

HD 6R12 / Champion RA8HC / NGK DCPR7E

Front Tire

130/80B17 (Touring) / 100/90-19 (Dyna) / 130/90B16 (Softail)

Gen 2007–2016

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2007 through 2016.

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10 Production Years (2007–2016)

2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

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Factory Valve Clearance & Shim Calculator

OEM Workshop Tolerances

Cylinder head valve lash specifications, timing TDC mark alignments, and interactive replacement shim calculation engine.

Adjustment Mechanism: Hydraulic Lifters (Zero Valve Lash)

Active Valve Range (INTAKE)

0.00 mm (Zero Lash / Hydraulic Preload 0.100 in / 2.54 mm)

0.000 in (Hydraulic Self-Adjusting)

Nominal Mid-Spec Target

0.15 mm

Ideal cold lash assembly setting

Shim Diameter / Tappet

Hydraulic Lifters (Zero Valve Lash)

Bucket-and-shim interface

Measurement Condition

Cold Engine (≤ 35°C / 95°F)

TDC compression stroke only

Interactive Shim Sizing Calculation Engine: New Shim = Current Shim + (Measured Clearance - Target Clearance)

1. Feeler Gauge Measured Clearance (mm)

Factory intake tolerance: 0.00 mm (Zero Lash / Hydraulic Preload 0.100 in / 2.54 mm)

2. Currently Installed Shim (mm)

Measured with micrometer or read laser-etched face

TDC Crankshaft Timing Index

Crankcase timing mark aligned; cam gear punch marks aligned horizontally on center line.

Feeler Gauge Technique

Hydraulic roller lifters; zero lash feeler gauge. Pushrod preload calibrated by turn count on adjustable pushrods.

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

0 Open Campaigns (Clean)

U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).

Verify VIN on NHTSA.gov

No Active Federal Safety Recalls Reported

The U.S. DOT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records zero open safety recall campaigns for the 2015 Harley Davidson Twin Cam 96 / 103 (Dyna / Softail / Touring) platform. Always check your individual 17-digit VIN at an authorized dealership or via NHTSA.gov for individual recall completions.

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Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

2 Documented Bulletins

Bulletin #M1524M1524: RECALL 0177 - 2019 - 2021 SPORTSTER - HEADLAMP BULB SHIELD

Source: Harley_M1524_Recall0177.pdf

Mandated Torques:Torque: 5.8–6 in-lbs (0.66–0.68 N·m) (Bulb Shield Screw)Torque: 35–44 in-lbs (4–5 N·m) (Bracket to Visor Screws)Torque: 10–16 ft-lbs (13.5–21.6 N·m) (Visor Bracket Screws)

Consumable Specs:Loctite 243 Medium Strength Blue Threadlocker (HD Part # 99642-97)

Genuine Part Numbers:68297-05A9150010799642-97

Fastener Stack ArchitectureExploded View: Headlamp Visor Fastener & Vibration Stack (Bulletin M1524)

3-Stage Torque Map

Select any fastener or shield component to inspect exact torque specifications.

Component InspectorNHTSA Recall 0177 / M1524

Self-Tapping Shield Screw with Blue Loctite 243

Consumable: Loctite 243 (HD # 99642-97)

Factory Torque Specification

5.8–6.0 in-lbs (0.66–0.68 N·m) (CRITICAL LOW TORQUE)

Technical Assembly Note

MUST apply Loctite 243 Blue Threadlocker. Due to reuse of self-tapping screw into stamped bracket, STRICTLY do not exceed 6 in-lbs or threads will strip.

Vibration & Chemical Retention

Loctite 243 Medium Strength Blue Threadlocker (HD Part # 99642-97) mandatory on bulb shield screw to prevent thermal loosening.

Bulletin #Recall0171Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-076: ABS Hydraulic Control Unit Flush & Fluid Replacement

Source: Harley_Recall0171_ABS_4574.pdf

Mandated Torques:Torque: 17–22 ft-lbs (23.0–30.0 N·m) (ABS Manifold / Caliper Banjo Bolts)Torque: 35–61 in-lbs (4.0–6.9 N·m) (Brake Caliper Bleeder Screws)

Consumable Specs:Harley-Davidson Platinum Label DOT 4 Brake Fluid

Genuine Part Numbers:41731-01

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Subsystem Guide/torques

Fastener Torques

Engine drain plug, axle spindles, caliper mounts, triple clamp pinch bolts & thread lubrication derating guide.

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Subsystem Guide/fluids

Fluids & Capacities

Oil: 3.80 L (4.00 US qt) • Coolant: N/A • Brake: DOT 4 Glycol-Based High-Temp (Dry BP ≥ 260°C / Wet BP ≥ 165°C)

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Fuses & Relays

Main: 50A Maxi-Fuse • Location: N/A

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Subsystem Guide/compression

Compression & Leakdown

Ratio: 9.6:1 • Std: 165-185 PSI • Limit: 140 PSI

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Subsystem Guide/fuel-delivery

Fuel Delivery & TB Sync

Idle: N/A • Rail Pressure: N/A • Vacuum: N/A

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Subsystem Guide/electrical

Charging & Battery

Battery: YTX20HL-BS (Dyna/Softail) / YIX30L-BS (Touring) • CCA: 385 • Regulated: 14.2 - 14.8 V DC at 3,000 RPM

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Subsystem Guide/tires

Tires & Gearing

Front: 130/80B17 (Touring) / 100/90-19 (Dyna) / 130/90B16 (Softail) • Rear: 180/65B16 (Touring) / 160/70B17 (Dyna) / 200/55R17 (Fat Boy)

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Subsystem Guide/suspension

Suspension & Sag

Front Travel: 117 mm • Rear Travel: 76 mm

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Subsystem Guide/maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Oil: Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km) mi • Valves: N/A • Plugs: Every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) mi

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