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Old Apr 21, 2013 | 05:33 PM
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This is my first bike ever so I'm trying to learn. 09 FXD
what's the right tire pressure front and back? my front feels a little too hard
the forks are 39mm or 49mm? this for my first mod relocating turn signals
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Old Apr 21, 2013 | 05:37 PM
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What does it say on the tires?
 
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Old Apr 21, 2013 | 05:49 PM
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What does it say on the tires?
my front reads 34psi back 35psi
 
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Old Apr 21, 2013 | 05:50 PM
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What does it say in the manual?

36 rear/ 34 front? Depends on your tires as well. Stock Dunflops?

My Night Dragons are 45 rear / 42 front as per manufacturer range and my comfort.

Fork size is in manual as well.

No offense, but a factory manual is the best tool for your shop and your best investment if you plan on doing the work yourself.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2013 | 05:59 PM
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Don't run the tires under pressure, you'll lose the handling or traction capabilities of the tires. If the suspension is too stiff, change that.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2013 | 06:17 PM
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If your 09 FXD is stock it has 49mm forks.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2013 | 06:25 PM
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A manual is an invaluable tool and considering how much mods and other things cost, it's 60 bucks very well spent.
 
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thanks, I will buy a manual
 
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Old Apr 21, 2013 | 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by evo8-to-FXD
thanks, I will buy a manual
Good call!

The Harley factory manual is my choice.

There are lots of people on here that are more than willing to help, but a manual is a must. Best purchase for your bike that you will ever make!
 
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Originally Posted by evo8-to-FXD
thanks, I will buy a manual
Cheaper PDF file versions are available for download. Not as nice as a hard copy but then...
 
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