Did I do good?
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 490
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From: Virginia
You forgot the labor to put the pipes and A/C on is included in the $670 too. The tune is a real tune. The tuner worked at S&S for a long time, from what I hear, he is really good. There a lot of people that go there just for his tuning.
I don't know why I don't have the nuts to do any work on this thing. I think its because I've never owned a bike.
I don't know why I don't have the nuts to do any work on this thing. I think its because I've never owned a bike.
Believe me, if I can work on this thing anyone can. Im about as dumb as they come. Either way, get the manual. Start doing little things at first and work up.
If you can read and follow directions one step at a time then you can work on it. I wouldn't recommend throwing new cams in there day one but putting on the exhaust and a/c is simple.
Even though they did it for "free", the engine guard you could have done. Why? If nothing else that's about as simple as it gets and it gets you in there and start wrenching it.
Not only does wrenching save you a few bucks but it gives you pride in your bike. Cleaning it is one thing but saying "I did that" is another (and not meaning "I paid someone to do that")
Not trying to come down on you but just trying to give you confidence I guess.
Again, If I can do it you can. And hell, if you ever get stuck this is a great place. Someone on here has been stuck in that same place before. This place is a wealth of knowledge.
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Road Warrior
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I like the fact that if anything happens with anything that I had done....its technically on them to fix it. I would like to do my own work, but by the time I buy all of the tools and a nice jack, I would rather let someone more qualified then me work on my bike. For now anyways......
HDF Community Team
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From: san antonio
I like the fact that if anything happens with anything that I had done....its technically on them to fix it. I would like to do my own work, but by the time I buy all of the tools and a nice jack, I would rather let someone more qualified then me work on my bike. For now anyways......
As for your deal, if the tune is a true tune which will require 30-40 pulls, or more, than your deal is nothing to write home about but not a total dealer ripoff. You could have saved some money though to perform some very basic mechanical tasks. The service manual isn't worth the $$ without the tools and the willingness to take on regulare maintenance. Start with fluid/filter changes and work up to more challenging projects, like pulling wheels for tire changes, brakes, cable changes, etc. Believe me, you can do it.
Road Master
Joined: Sep 2007
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Nicky, sometimes it best just to read the forum and not to post. Cost for repairs, parts ect. sometimes depends on the area you live in as some dealers feel there work is superior and charge as such.
If you feel you got a good price then be happy.. don't second guess yourself on this by asking forum members.... esp. when it comes to money and cost issues..
I prefer not to bleed for no one but myself and won't post anthing I have doubts about.. So if you like being beat down then ask the questions but if you don't want to hear the answer, then don't ask!
Just my opnion and some simple advise..
There are bikers, posers, blingers. Pick your postion and stick with it! I'm a poser... I think...
If you feel you got a good price then be happy.. don't second guess yourself on this by asking forum members.... esp. when it comes to money and cost issues..
I prefer not to bleed for no one but myself and won't post anthing I have doubts about.. So if you like being beat down then ask the questions but if you don't want to hear the answer, then don't ask!
Just my opnion and some simple advise..
There are bikers, posers, blingers. Pick your postion and stick with it! I'm a poser... I think...
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Bartow, Fl.
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Tourer
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 490
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From: Virginia
Sorry, didnt realize this was such a sensitive crew.
Ill take back everything I said before. I realized after posting that it was a horrible business decision for me to post my last post. I believe everyone, except myself, should take their bikes to harley to have all maintenance, light bulb changes, and to top off any and all fluids, etc.. Please dont do this yourself. As a stock holder I do appreciate those who take their bikes in.
Ill take back everything I said before. I realized after posting that it was a horrible business decision for me to post my last post. I believe everyone, except myself, should take their bikes to harley to have all maintenance, light bulb changes, and to top off any and all fluids, etc.. Please dont do this yourself. As a stock holder I do appreciate those who take their bikes in.
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 717
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From: Drexel Hill, Pa
I do most of my work my self but, At least $300 for the dyno run. $230 for the mustache bars. Thats $530. Thats $370 for the install of the pipes, sert, and A/C plus the 1000mile service. Thats not too bad a deal. The shop has to make a profit.