Service manual
Intermediate
Joined: Mar 2024
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From: Pittsburgh, PA
The idea to install a spiral binding is a good one. However, I don't even want the paper. I LOVE the electronic copies of the manuals. That is ALL I use. I have a dedicated laptop and a dedicated separate computer in my shop. And I can review either of them on my phone or iPad. I can search for keywords, and get through WAY faster than on paper. I no longer use any paper manuals in my shop unless I have no other option - and for smaller ones, I scan them to digital immediately.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 3,104
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From: Atlanta, GA
Welcome from Atlanta!
Yea, in one day the MOCO went from $60 to $150. I remember because I ordered one for my 1200 on day 2 of the new "surprise" pricing. They really don't want us working on our bikes.
Yea, in one day the MOCO went from $60 to $150. I remember because I ordered one for my 1200 on day 2 of the new "surprise" pricing. They really don't want us working on our bikes.
Tourer
Joined: Feb 2022
Posts: 288
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From: California
I downloaded mine & took a thumb drive to Kinkos. It was something like $115 for them to print & 3-hole punch it. Inflation, and California's attempt at paying entry level workers a wage to support a family has doubled the price of a lot of things.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 21,143
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From: South Carolina
The modern factory service manuals are light years ahead of the old 39 dollar service manuals and to me are worth every penny.
They pay for themselves the first job you do.
HD is under no obligation to make service manuals available to the general public.
They pay for themselves the first job you do.
HD is under no obligation to make service manuals available to the general public.
Last edited by Dan89FLSTC; Jun 4, 2024 at 10:20 AM.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2016
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From: NC
Just bought my latest and fourth Harley, a 2024 Road Glide. Being a retired mechanic, I do 99% of my own work. Always good to have the latest service manual, torque specs and some procedures can be tricky. I ordered a manual the other day, Harley jumped the price to $150. Not one to complain much, but seriously? I might have paid $60 for the last one in 2015, I inquired at the stealer, their labor rate is $129 an hour. If Harley thinks gouging me on a book will deter me, they're sadly mistaken. I'll make that up on the first hour+ job that they don't get.
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