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Old Nov 12, 2013 | 07:46 PM
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If I wanted to change the air in my tires , how many poster's
would say "get a manual" ??? or give me some help ??
Just checking .......
 
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Old Nov 12, 2013 | 08:04 PM
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Originally Posted by heybaylor
If I wanted to change the air in my tires , how many poster's
would say "get a manual" ??? or give me some help ??
Just checking .......
This is in the wrong section, it should be in general chat B/S off topic new member non forum issue forum .
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Old Nov 12, 2013 | 11:57 PM
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What do you want to change the air too? I knew you could add or decrease the pressure but I didnt know you could change it. I better get the manual...
 
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Old Nov 13, 2013 | 07:40 AM
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If I wanted to change the air in my tires , how many poster's
would say "get a manual" ??? or give me some help ??
Just checking .......
A top up of air can be done just using the owners manual. If you want to change the air so you have summer air rather than winter air in the tires you really should use the manual to avoid doing damage. The winter air needs to be purged from the tires before the weather gets too warm
 
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Old Nov 13, 2013 | 09:12 AM
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I'll tell you my favorite response is "take it to the dealer"
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Old Nov 13, 2013 | 09:42 AM
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To change the air in your tires do the following: Get a good motorcycle lift. Lift the cycle until it is completly off the ground (both wheels) Secure cycle to jack with straps. Fine the bottom of each wheel and take a sharp object or a good knife and put a hole in bottom of tires. Be careful because a good flow or air will expel when you get the hole thru. After you have a hole, be sure to enlarge it to be sure you get all of the air out. Let set for 30 mins or so to be sure all air is expelled. Drink a beer and try to refill the tires with fresh air. Good luck.......
 
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Just make sure you have the proper torque on the valve stem caps...it might void your warranty.
 
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Make sure you use Harley authorized air or you'll void your warranty.
 
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My manual says to change air when ever you replace the tires. Never use the old air as it will make your tires slippery when wet.
 
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