1974-1976 Harley-Davidson SS/SX 175-250 Service Manual
Comprehensive SS-175, SX-175, SS-250, SX-250 motorcycle troubleshooting and repair reference manual covering road and off-road models. Ref: REPR-HD-7476
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Harley-Davidson Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Harley-Davidson SS-175, Harley-Davidson SX-175, Harley-Davidson SS-250, Harley-Davidson SX-250
Sub-models / Variants: 175 cc, 250 cc, Road, Off-road
Build Years: 1974–1976
Serial Numbers: 10000 and up (5 digits)
Technical Data:
- Engine type: Two-cycle, air-cooled, single cylinder, inclined forward 15°
- Bore (175/250): 2.40 in. (61 mm) / 2.84 in. (72 mm)
- Stroke (all): 2.35 in. (59.6 mm)
- Compression ratio (175/250): 10.7:1 / 10.3:1
- Transmission type: Constant mesh, 5-speed
- Fuel system: Dellorto VHB27AD (175) or PHB32AD (250) carburetor
- Fuel capacity: 2.22 gal (8.4 l) total
- Ignition timing: 21° (.100 in.) B.T.C.
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Harley-Davidson SS/SX 175–250 Service Manual Preview
- Covers 1974–1976 Harley-Davidson SS and SX motorcycle variants, specifically the 175 cc and 250 cc two-cycle engine platforms
- Official Harley-Davidson publication, revised December 1975
- Contains 46 exploded-view diagrams, 6 major maintenance sections, and detailed engine-clearance tables
- File delivered as a direct download the moment payment clears
- Indexed PDF search covers every chapter and appendix
- Accessible from your device as soon as the order is placed
- Laid out for standard letter and A4 printing
- This 1975 revised edition is the technical reference for the 175 cc and 250 cc engine variants, documenting build-specific calibration values for the mid-1970s SS and SX road and off-road chassis lines.
Contents Summary
This Harley-Davidson SS/SX 175–250 service manual provides a structured overview of chassis maintenance, engine rebuilding, and transmission overhaul procedures. The text details the stripping and installation of engine units, cylinder and piston inspection, and crankcase disassembly. Additional coverage includes specialized diagnostic information for carburetor tuning, fuel supply system maintenance, and lubrication system flow adjustments. Chassis sections offer guidance on spoking wheels, truing rims, adjusting the rear fork, and performing brake shoe service on both steel and aluminum hub configurations.
Engine and Chassis Specifications
Technical sections provide precise clearance values, torque requirements, and fluid capacities for the 1974–1976 Harley-Davidson SS/SX 175–250. Piston-to-cylinder clearance for the SX-175 is documented at 0.0006–0.0018 inches in the assembly table. The cylinder head bolt torque is specified at 17–18 ft-lbs (2.4–2.5 kgm) in the fastener tightening data. Transmission oil capacity for the primary crankcase section is listed at 2.5 pints. Understanding how factory workshop documentation is structured assists technicians in locating specific component references. This publication is an essential technical guide for owners and mechanics servicing the 1974–1976 Harley-Davidson SS/SX 175–250, featuring complete disassembly and inspection data for the engine, chassis, and electrical systems.
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