15,000 Mile Service
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15,000 Mile Service
My 2005 Softail Deluxe is getting close to having the 15,000 mile service done. Stealer wants about $220 (or something like that) for it. Not sure what it all entails. Can I do it myself? Let me know what all needs to be done. Thanks!!!
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2008
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From: Phoenix, AZ
Here you are. A lot of dealer sites list it.
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5,000/ 15,000/ 25,000 Mile or Annual Maintenance
change oil and filter, clean magnetic drain plug
inspect & top off transmission lubricant
inspect fuel valve, lines and fittings for leaks
tighten battery connections, check electrolyte on wet cells
check lighting & horn for proper operation
inspect tires, tread depth & adjust pressure
inspect brake pads and disc for wear
check & adjust operation of throttle and enricher
test battery voltage & charging system output
inspect air cleaner, service as needed
change primary chain case fluid, clean magnetic drain plug
change transmission lubricant, clean magnetic drain plug
check and adjust primary drive chain
clean tappet screen on evolution big twins
check and adjust clutch & clutch cable free play
replace spark plugs
check engine stabilizers and mounts
check and adjust rear belt
inspect oil and brake lines and fittings for leaks
check ignition timing and vacuum hose - carbed evo only
check engine idle speed and adjust as necessary
lubricate the following
front brake lever,throttle & cables, speedometer cable
clutch control cable and lever, jiffy stand
check wheels, tighten spokes if needed
check front fork bearing adjustment
check shock absorbers
check brake fluid level and condition
road test
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5,000/ 15,000/ 25,000 Mile or Annual Maintenance
change oil and filter, clean magnetic drain plug
inspect & top off transmission lubricant
inspect fuel valve, lines and fittings for leaks
tighten battery connections, check electrolyte on wet cells
check lighting & horn for proper operation
inspect tires, tread depth & adjust pressure
inspect brake pads and disc for wear
check & adjust operation of throttle and enricher
test battery voltage & charging system output
inspect air cleaner, service as needed
change primary chain case fluid, clean magnetic drain plug
change transmission lubricant, clean magnetic drain plug
check and adjust primary drive chain
clean tappet screen on evolution big twins
check and adjust clutch & clutch cable free play
replace spark plugs
check engine stabilizers and mounts
check and adjust rear belt
inspect oil and brake lines and fittings for leaks
check ignition timing and vacuum hose - carbed evo only
check engine idle speed and adjust as necessary
lubricate the following
front brake lever,throttle & cables, speedometer cable
clutch control cable and lever, jiffy stand
check wheels, tighten spokes if needed
check front fork bearing adjustment
check shock absorbers
check brake fluid level and condition
road test
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From: SE Michigan
I think $220 is a relative bargain for this, here in economically vibrant Michigan, its upwards of $400
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From: Cuse'
Seems like a whole lot of nothing for $200. Check this, check that... my car has 90k miles on it and other than oil changes and brake pads I havent checked a damn thing and she runs like a dream. Not sure all that couldnt have been done in 1hrs worth of labor?
Cruiser
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inspect & top off transmission lubricant
change transmission lubricant, clean magnetic drain plug
That doesn't make too much sense to inspect and top off, then change it?
change transmission lubricant, clean magnetic drain plug
That doesn't make too much sense to inspect and top off, then change it?
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Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Pacific Northwest
+1 For $220, I'd be all over it. Yeah, I got the manual and do most of my own wrenching, but my time is worth something too. Up here you're looking at $400-$500.
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Road Master
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Pacific NorthWest Territory
That must be the $400 service.
