Time for my first service. What do I need?
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Time for my first service. What do I need?
I am going to Harley in the morning to pick up what I need to do the first service on my bike. I reached my 1000 mile break in period a few weeks back, so I really need to get this done this weekend and don't want to pay Harley $350 to do it. I'm no mechanic, but I am mechanically inclined and prefer to do anything I can on my own. I got home a bit ago and was looking for my owners manual and paperwork and realized its all in my desk at work. So, I am posting in hopes that A) I can get feedback on what I will need to buy to do my service, and B) Does anyone have a link to the list of items that need to be looked at during the 1000 mile service?
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If you have an owners manual.....it will list everything that should be done.
Engine oil/oil filter/gear oil/primary oil.
Even if you don't have an owners manual, those can be found on the net, including within these pages of H-D forums.
Engine oil/oil filter/gear oil/primary oil.
Even if you don't have an owners manual, those can be found on the net, including within these pages of H-D forums.
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I prefer HD do my first service on a new bike then I do them myself after that.
The first one is mainly inspection and checking on things in general.
Then the engine Oil, transmission and primary oil changes.
You really should check every bolt and nut and do a clutch adjustment.
This is off the top of my head.
I do suggest getting a service manual, it will help you a lot in the long run.
The first one is mainly inspection and checking on things in general.
Then the engine Oil, transmission and primary oil changes.
You really should check every bolt and nut and do a clutch adjustment.
This is off the top of my head.
I do suggest getting a service manual, it will help you a lot in the long run.
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I stated to begin with my manual and paperwork are in my desk at work... That is why I am looking to get pointed in the right direction. I don't have that to reference.
I wanted to get HD to do my first service, but money is too tight right here after Christmas and it needs to be done. I enjoy working on things myself anyway. The more you work on your own machine the more you understand it.
Anyone on here use SYN3? Thoughts?
I wanted to get HD to do my first service, but money is too tight right here after Christmas and it needs to be done. I enjoy working on things myself anyway. The more you work on your own machine the more you understand it.
Anyone on here use SYN3? Thoughts?
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Go here..... https://www.harley-davidson.com/en_U...bmLocale=en_US
Make profile and sign in. Then you can access the owners manuals.
Make profile and sign in. Then you can access the owners manuals.
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I stated to begin with my manual and paperwork are in my desk at work... That is why I am looking to get pointed in the right direction. I don't have that to reference.
I wanted to get HD to do my first service, but money is too tight right here after Christmas and it needs to be done. I enjoy working on things myself anyway. The more you work on your own machine the more you understand it.
Anyone on here use SYN3? Thoughts?
I wanted to get HD to do my first service, but money is too tight right here after Christmas and it needs to be done. I enjoy working on things myself anyway. The more you work on your own machine the more you understand it.
Anyone on here use SYN3? Thoughts?
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For what needs done check out these service check lists.
http://www.gatewayhd.com/default.asp...ice-checklists
http://www.gatewayhd.com/default.asp...ice-checklists
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Most important: engine oil/filter, primary, trans oil, adjust clutch, check for loose nuts/bolts, spokes ect.... I ran syn 3 for years and have recently been converted to amsoil (many opinions on oil) but many (including myself) swear by synthetic.... I put it in all my bikes at the 1000mi service. Just my shade tree advice
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First service
Tools: Low poundage "inch/pound" torque wrench
3/8" drive Torx bit set
3/8" drive ratchet and socket set-standard
Parts: HD Gasket set (Derby cover and drain plugs)
HD Syn 3 motor oil 3 quarts
HD Formula Plus oil 1 quart (for primary)
Bel-Ray Transmission oil 1 quart
Oil filter of your choice (I used the HD chrome filter)
Disposable oil change box
The tools noted above are a must if you're going to be doing you own oil changes. Also, you may want to purchase the funnels that the dealerships sell, especially the one for the primary (I re-purposed plastic bottles and pieces of cardboard in lieu of the funnels). *Very important to have torque wrenches (inch and foot pounds) in your tool collection, especially when tightening down the derby cover. Overtightening can strip the threads, warp the gasket, resulting in leaks. You can re-use the drain plug o-rings only if they are not cut or flattened, due to overtightening. Your cost for parts should be below half the cost of a dealership service. Good quality (Craftsman) torque wrenches can run anywhere from $20 to $90. Stick to the ones that "click" or "clunk" when setpoint is reached. Good luck!
3/8" drive Torx bit set
3/8" drive ratchet and socket set-standard
Parts: HD Gasket set (Derby cover and drain plugs)
HD Syn 3 motor oil 3 quarts
HD Formula Plus oil 1 quart (for primary)
Bel-Ray Transmission oil 1 quart
Oil filter of your choice (I used the HD chrome filter)
Disposable oil change box
The tools noted above are a must if you're going to be doing you own oil changes. Also, you may want to purchase the funnels that the dealerships sell, especially the one for the primary (I re-purposed plastic bottles and pieces of cardboard in lieu of the funnels). *Very important to have torque wrenches (inch and foot pounds) in your tool collection, especially when tightening down the derby cover. Overtightening can strip the threads, warp the gasket, resulting in leaks. You can re-use the drain plug o-rings only if they are not cut or flattened, due to overtightening. Your cost for parts should be below half the cost of a dealership service. Good quality (Craftsman) torque wrenches can run anywhere from $20 to $90. Stick to the ones that "click" or "clunk" when setpoint is reached. Good luck!