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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 01:08 PM
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Geeting stuff together to do stage 1 mod but been deployed for the last 6 months the bike only have 151 miles. Should I wait until hit the 500 miles ck out at the dealer or go ahead and install all. Planning to do it myself as soon as I return and not spend $$$$ at the dealer . What do you guys recomend? Did stage 1 affect warranty if I do the installation?
 
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 01:16 PM
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Any modifications effect the warranty if and only if that modification is the cause of a problem.
I put my Stage I kit on my bike at 770 miles, so I did the 500 mile break in first. But it's up to you.
 
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 01:21 PM
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On my second Harley now. Did stage on on first new Harley in 08. No problems with warranty. On my second new Harley, my current 13 Heritage, no problems yet. I put my slip on's on myself on the Heritage. Took me about 40 minutes total and they wanted to charge me two hours labor, lol.
I also find doing the minor upgrades myself is more satisfying.
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Old Dec 31, 2013 | 03:35 PM
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I did a complete oil/filter change at 100 miles, switched to synthec. Then after the first dealer inspection, changed exhaust/air to stage one. Another tip, use ABS safe brake cleaner on rooters once in awhile. Be carefull using spray, read instructions. I have wheels suspended to spray rotors while using a new lint free cloth.
 
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