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Old Jun 15, 2014 | 06:28 PM
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When I bring my Harley to the dealer for my very first oil change does anybody know exactly what they do, look at, adjust, besides just change the oil? I'm just curious what I'm paying for versus what I'm actually receiving. I'm really considering just changing it myself but not sure what else to be checking for break in period. Any Actual knowledge out there? Thanks.
 
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Its all outlined in your owners manual. Its not just an oil change.
 
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