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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 09:27 AM
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Question 2500 Mile Service
After having the Indy map and tune my 1200N he stated to bring it back for the 2500 service and he would make any changes needed at no cost. I asked how much for the service and he said $300.

I checked the manual and it doesn't say anything about a 2500 mile service. Do you really need that and if so what actually takes place?
 
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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 09:35 AM
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I don't think sportsters require a 2500k service. I could be wrong though. Maybe someone will shed a little light on this.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 09:36 AM
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no way! do it yourself or find a buddy to help you do it... it is super easy... basicly change the fluids and lube the cables
 
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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 09:48 AM
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Don't pay. Save your money, buy a shop manuel and learn to work on it yourself. Its easy and fun. Don't trust some kid at the dealership who "thinks" he's a mechanic, with your Harley Davidson. I've learned the hard way, this is sound advice. Get a friend to help you. Good luck.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 09:50 AM
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When I read the title of this thread, I wondered when they started having a 2,500 mile service. As far as I know, the service levels are 1,000, 5,000, 10,000 etc.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 09:52 AM
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Hey Jersey girl. What do you mean by Indy map? Beautiful bike.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by nivram39
Hey Jersey girl. What do you mean by Indy map? Beautiful bike.
Thanks, but it's still a work in progress.

I was referring to the independent shop that mapped my bike.

My BF said the tranny fluid would be changed, but he has never owned a Sporty. He has had Big Twins, Japs and now Ducati.
 
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no way! do it yourself or find a buddy to help you do it... it is super easy... basicly change the fluids and lube the cables
What about tuning it again? I surely can't do that
 
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Originally Posted by SportyPig
When I read the title of this thread, I wondered when they started having a 2,500 mile service. As far as I know, the service levels are 1,000, 5,000, 10,000 etc.
SportyPig is correct.
 
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with the efi its not like the carbs it doesnt go out of wack. you wont need to do it again so you wont need to retune it. my dealer gave me free 1k 2500 and 5k services so since i personally kno the mechanics im letting them jus do it for free and change my fork oil to heavier grade i love this dealer haha great techs and sales. but yea dnt waste the 300 bux for the 2500 jus change the fluids and youd be fine.
 
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