On a Harley, does one of the cylinders shut down at idle when the engine overheats?

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BusterC

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I was told this by a friend that said the rear cylinder shuts down on newer models to prevent further overheating and cylinder damage.
 
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captainbluey

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No, the rear piston assembly in the cylinder is mechanically connected to the crank shaft, as is the front piston. Which means, if one piston is moving, then so is the other one. Your friend is having a lend of you. And it should not be over heating, if it is, then there is something wrong with the motor.
 
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bob1

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Be careful i hear some one is trying to sell the Brooklyn bridge and he is riding a harley that is over heating.
 
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