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Jan 12, 2013 | 10:34 PM

SargeKs

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From: Leon Kansas

New Owner With Questions

Hello to all, just got a 2009 nightster and need a back tail/turn/running light bulb. Is there a bulb available from a auto store (autozone, NAPA, etc) that will work in the nightster? Also looking for a video of how to change the transmission oil...can't seem to find one on U-Tube.

So far love the bike but too cold to do much riding. Rode it home today in 26 deg weather. Coldest ride I've had in years. Going 60mph in that kind of weather makes your eyes freeze :-)

Thanks in advance for your help

SargeKS (Tim)
Leon Kansas

Jan 12, 2013 | 10:37 PM

Ragnar Danneskjöld

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Jan 12, 2013 | 10:39 PM

laffin gas

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From: r.i.

dual filament is probably 1157 bulb....pop it out and take a look.

go to your local hd dealer and purchase the service manual...best money you can spend to have all the info right in front of you

Jan 12, 2013 | 10:46 PM

Iceman24

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One recommendation, instead of replacing w/filament bulb, might be a good time to mod rear bulbs with something brighter (i.e. LED). Take a look at Custom Dynamics products...you can NEVER have enough rear illumination, for safety. Especially with the stock 2-bulb rear HD lights.

Cheers!

http://www.customdynamics.com/harley...ts_catalog.htm

Jan 13, 2013 | 09:56 AM

The Rose

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I picked up the service manual when I got my Iron. It has helped me with everything from changing the oil to upgrading the 883 to 1250. its worth the money for sure.

Jan 13, 2013 | 10:13 AM

Brion B

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Be sure to post a picture or two of the new bike.

Jan 13, 2013 | 10:30 AM

SargeKs

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From: Leon Kansas

Thanks for the responses. I have a service manual coming. Looking forward to being active on both the Nightster and the forums.

Sargeks (Tim)
Leon, Kansas

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Jan 13, 2013 | 10:53 AM

Madnss

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From: river

Glad you ordered the sevice manual. One more thing that helps first timers and professionals is a tq wrench. Ive seen it way to many times guys that don't tq things back and they loose the part or over tighten causing headaches. It's a tool you can always use on your bike.