"DIY MODS" and TRICKS to SAVE $$$$$$
Road Warrior
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 1,785
Likes: 4
From: Oklahoma
DIY bottle holders
Here are water bottle holders for EG, both driver and passenger. I had clamps to fit one inch bars in my odds and ends. Use one on handlebar for driver or two on saddlebag guard top and bottom for passenger. Insert 3/8 inch threaded rod through the clamps. Bolt 3/16 eyebolts to the bottle holders and slip onto threaded rods with nuts to hold in place. I used some old Profile brand holders, but any bicycle bottle cage will do.
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 349
Likes: 0
From: United States of America :-)
Light in the tour pac
Needed a light in the tour pac but didn't want to spend the bucks HD wants for their setup.
Went to AutoZone, purchased a glovebox light with intregrated switch for about $3.00. Mounted the light with doubleface tape to the lid of the tour pac near the lock. Ran wire down into the tour pac and taped in place with black Gorilla tape - then to a hot lead and a ground.
Open the lid, flip the switch and there is adequate light to see whatever is needed in the tour pac.
This job didn't take very long and did not cost much other than the purchase of the light with an intregrated switch.
Happy riding.
Went to AutoZone, purchased a glovebox light with intregrated switch for about $3.00. Mounted the light with doubleface tape to the lid of the tour pac near the lock. Ran wire down into the tour pac and taped in place with black Gorilla tape - then to a hot lead and a ground.
Open the lid, flip the switch and there is adequate light to see whatever is needed in the tour pac.
This job didn't take very long and did not cost much other than the purchase of the light with an intregrated switch.
Happy riding.
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 349
Likes: 0
From: United States of America :-)
In UK the Harley Siren comes as stock...loud as loud can be.
I dont know where HD get off switching these things around...on UK model the tri bar light on the rear fender is a blank and we have to buy that light.
They just love to mix things up to keep taking your coin!
I dont know where HD get off switching these things around...on UK model the tri bar light on the rear fender is a blank and we have to buy that light.
They just love to mix things up to keep taking your coin!
Maybe there are more thefts in the UK??????
Just asking is all.
3rd Gear
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
From:
Garage opener
This would have been my suggestion, also. I got my momentary contact switch from Radio Shack. When I had a FLHT I mounted the switch on the dashboard and left the large out-sized button on top for easy access and it acts like an umbrella for the switch during rain or washing, the opener was tucked into the fairing. Now, with my FLTR I mounted the switch on the inside of the remote lever of the rider seat back adjuster, and the opener sits under the side panel.
A downside for wiring an opener to a OEM accessory switch is that if for some reason it got left on, or someone else flicked it on, the opener battery would run down fairly quickly.
A downside for wiring an opener to a OEM accessory switch is that if for some reason it got left on, or someone else flicked it on, the opener battery would run down fairly quickly.
Last edited by bugeater; Aug 13, 2008 at 07:57 AM. Reason: addition
Advanced
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 51
Likes: 3
From: St. Louis, MO
DIY Mod for broken fuel tank to intake quick connect
New to Forum, so here is my DIY Tip that I hope others can benefit from:
Here is a cheap replacement for the fuel tank-to-intake quick connect for fuel injected models in case the factory one gets broken and you don't want to pay $45.00 + dollars for a new factory piece of plastic & fuel hose .
Dorman p/n 800-120 is for a steel quick connect (5/16") ~$10.00 at auto parts store. Or Dorman p/n 800-057 for a plastic replacement quick connect fitting (5/16") w/nylon tube attached that can be cut off and removed ~$20.00 at auto parts store.
I used the steel one on my '07 FLHT and it works fine, no leaks.
Here is a cheap replacement for the fuel tank-to-intake quick connect for fuel injected models in case the factory one gets broken and you don't want to pay $45.00 + dollars for a new factory piece of plastic & fuel hose .
Dorman p/n 800-120 is for a steel quick connect (5/16") ~$10.00 at auto parts store. Or Dorman p/n 800-057 for a plastic replacement quick connect fitting (5/16") w/nylon tube attached that can be cut off and removed ~$20.00 at auto parts store.
I used the steel one on my '07 FLHT and it works fine, no leaks.
Last edited by Yesca; Aug 13, 2008 at 11:29 AM. Reason: add text
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Stage I
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
Brake Light Strobe
A guy on a 2008 Ultra-Classic pulled up at our local HD dealer and when he pressed his brake lights, there was to lights strobing in red. When asked what they were, he informed me he was almost hit by a drunk driver and put these strobes under his trunk. He stated people do not get as close to him anymore, especially when he activates his brakes.
Well guess what? I went and bought one. I mounted it above my tail light. It is so powerful and will definately let people behind you know you are stopping.
Here is the manufacturer. Look for the Axixtech Exterior / Surface Mount LED Model (4s Series). http://www.brookingindustries.com/products.php
They LED's come in RED, BLUE, AMBER, and maybe a couple of other colors. Chrome or Black housing.
Well guess what? I went and bought one. I mounted it above my tail light. It is so powerful and will definately let people behind you know you are stopping.
Here is the manufacturer. Look for the Axixtech Exterior / Surface Mount LED Model (4s Series). http://www.brookingindustries.com/products.php
They LED's come in RED, BLUE, AMBER, and maybe a couple of other colors. Chrome or Black housing.
Tourer
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 328
Likes: 1
From: South Central Virginia
what a good idea
Glad to see this section growing still. Been a while since I been in here so here ismy latest. Custom floorboard, well I will say, covers. Check it out!
https://www.hdforums.com/m_2891935/tm.htm
https://www.hdforums.com/m_2891935/tm.htm