I live in NC , nearest dealer is Blue Ridge Harley in Hickory. I was just wondering about cost and time. Does anyone know what im looking at for these two things? Just wondering so I can try to put a plan together incase I need a ride home or budget in some extra cash....

 

I don't know what your dealer will charge.
Most are different.
If this is your 1st Sportster and you've never done any MC service, it's a good thing to let the dealer look over the bike.
Some will say "Do it yourself" but if you don't know what to look for, it gives the dealership (and you) a look-see if anything needs tightening/adjusting. Things do rattle loose in the early miles on the bike.
Cables, chains and belts stretch more than they do later. Bolts come loose. Cables need to be adjusted and lubed to keep them working smoothly. The clutch needs to be adjusted to compensate for wear during break-in. Steering head bearings usually loosen up that can cause handling problems. Spoke wheels need to have the spokes checked.
After the initial service, the changes in the bike adjustments slow but they don't stop.

Good luck with the bike.

 

<p>Yeah this is my first , I have been reading and watching alot of videos on different things and that's kinda what I was thinking also maybe letting them do the first 2 or 3 then I can handle some of the oil changes and then put some real good miles on the ride . And take it bake to them and have them do another service or two just to look everything over again . You know atleat get things check out as much as possible before the warranty runs out in a couple years

 

300 bucks woudn't surprise me. They should be able to give you a flat price for a 1000 mile service over the phone.
A lot of people will recommend the break-in service (1000 mile) be performed by a dealership for warranty purposes. That's not a bad idea for peace of mind, but it's expensive. I did that for the first 3 Harleys I bought new. Now, I do it myself, take photos for proof and keep receipts. The only warranty work I've had over 5 bikes and 14 years was a complete, new motor in an '04 1200C at 450 miles (a valve exploded). The first service wasn't an issue, yet.
Get a Service Manual and a torque wrench. You'll want a set of Torx sockets, too. Be certain the Torx set includes a # 27 bit.
None of it is rocket surgery and you have a phenomenal resource with all the experience and knowledge on the forum. Before I had internet, I befriended an old grey-beard and he showed me the ropes. He had to stop riding, but we still get a beer together occasionally. I listen to him bitch about the general decline of society and biker brotherhood (sometimes I join in) and he enjoys checking out my bikes, giving me **** about a bald tire or some other issue. That's a nice way to learn, if you can swing it.

 

Thanx for the advice bro , im going to give them a call after work today to see just what there rate is

 

Where is the #23 used? Handlebars on mine are #25 and the important derby cover is #27. You don't want to mix up these two

 

When and If you do start to save big bucks and do it yourself, get a motorcycle jack or table. excellent investment.

 

I debated it. Ended up deciding to spend the $300 for the first service, and it worked in my favor. Turned out that one of my rocker boxes developed a small leak, so they did the work under warranty.

 

My bad. I meant 27.
Like I said, plenty of experience around here.

 

my first service was about $350. I will do the rest myself from now on though