2018+ Softail Models Breakout

Tools for working on 18+ Softails

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Old Apr 29, 2020 | 03:58 AM
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A few other things...

ratcheting wrenches

magnetic bowels - Never lose another screw or bolt

deadblow hammer, rubber

needle nose pliers

snap ring pliers







also some metric stuff if your doing anything wi Th the brakes
 
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Old Apr 29, 2020 | 11:47 AM
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Originally Posted by vynnski
Here's a link to that snap on kit:

https://www.harley-davidson.com/stor...E&gclsrc=aw.ds

If the link doesn't work, here's a list of what's included. I'm using this list as a reference for tools I didn't already have in my kit.

1/4" Hex Key (short arm L-key)
8-in-1 Screwdriver
15/16" x 3/4" x 1/4" x 5/16" Box Wrench
3/8" Hex Key
5/16" Hex Key
7/32" Hex Key
3/16" Hex Key
1/8" Hex Key
Spark Plug Gap Tool
9/16" x 5/8" Double Open End Wrench
7/16" x 1/2" Double Open End Wrench
3/8" Open End x 10mm Open End Wrench
Ratchet (3/8" Drive)
5/8" Spark Plug Socket
1/4" Double Hex Socket (3/8" Drive)
15/16" double hex socket (3/8" Drive)
3/4" Double Hex Socket (3/8" Drive)
6" Slip Joint Pliers
Roll Up Bag
This is helpful, thanks.

I'd also like to include Torx drives. Does anyone think I'll need anything other than T25 (side panels for electrics/fuses) and T45 (bodywork fittings eg rear fender)?
 
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Old Apr 29, 2020 | 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Mart
This is helpful, thanks.

I'd also like to include Torx drives. Does anyone think I'll need anything other than T25 (side panels for electrics/fuses) and T45 (bodywork fittings eg rear fender)?
Most are actually T27.
 
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Old Apr 29, 2020 | 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Hulkss
Most are actually T27.
Groan, don't have one of those, must have been using a 25 when I shouldn't.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2020 | 07:33 AM
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Originally Posted by AJ88V
Can't find the thread about jacks, but might as well go in this thread to post info about tools and working on your 18+ Softail.....

I need a jack to install my rear shock. The most recommended ones seem to be the two models from Harbor Freight.
The CHEAP one: https://www.harborfreight.com/1500-l...ift-60536.html
and the GOOD one: https://www.harborfreight.com/1500-l...ift-63397.html

But I don't use a motorcycle jack all that often - ok, I have track stands for sport bikes - which work fine for adjusting chains and changing oil. My problem is that the garage is jammed packed full of crap (motorcycles, car and MC parts, yard and house tools, bicycles...) and adding one more BIG thing like these jacks will put me over the edge!!!)

Anybody use one of these little scissor jacks?

For that matter, what about just using a pair of automotive floor jacks, one on each frame rail somewhere below the swingarm? Anybody rig up something like that?
for what it’s worth, I have the blue one from Harbor Freight too. Works great. Used it a bunch.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2020 | 07:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Griff012FLHX
That's not the kit I was referring too....It's a much larger kit....
OK. Now I’m curious.
Is it this one?
 
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Old Apr 30, 2020 | 07:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Griff012FLHX
Harley has a tool set made by Snap on....Cost right about $200
NO part Number....Ask for it at the counter.
This is dam good set, Just about everything ya need to work on your bike.
It's a nice Basic kit..Add some T handles and other tools as needed....
I'm definitely Glad I bought mine....
Agreed! I have the same set. Only thing to mention is you'll need screw drivers too.. The part number is - 14900033 The list is 275.00 but I got mine for about 225.00
 
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Old Apr 30, 2020 | 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Hulkss
Most are actually T27.
Bike dependent.

on a 2020 Fatboy the control clamps to handlebar are t27. The side panels and derby are t25.

im standing in my underwear in the garage to make sure I’m giving accurate info.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2020 | 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by cembandit
Bike dependent.

on a 2020 Fatboy the control clamps to handlebar are t27. The side panels and derby are t25.

im standing in my underwear in the garage to make sure I’m giving accurate info.
Ya, there were so many people that stripped their T27 derby cover bolts with a T25 tool, that the MoCo switched to T25. AND installed with not so much torque.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2020 | 09:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Mart
Groan, don't have one of those, must have been using a 25 when I shouldn't.
That’s how people strip Torx screws then come here and complain.

1/4-20 button head screws are T27, but most sets don’t include a T27.
 
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