Going to tackle 5k service
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Road Master
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From: Nor Cal
Going to tackle 5k service
Im 700+ miles from hittting 5000 and decided instead of paying the dealership $325 I decided and work on her myself. I checked the owners manual and went through the check list and found out that most of it is check/inspect this and that with 1 thing replacing oil and filter. I was just wondering about some of the things on the list. 1 of them was check the rear belt and adjust accordingly. Is there a special tool I would need to check for? Im jumping on things, as I await for my service manual Im gettin ready to order, alomg with purchasing oil and a filter and a tool for the filter. Planning on gettin some $$$ together and saved and gettin Cyclesmiths 13" apes along with black lines for myh SG. Any input would help....thanks!!!
BOBBO
BOBBO
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From: Miami
RE: Going to tackle 5k service
Good for you! I would like to get to know my SG a little better and might just do the same. Not much of a gear head but the 5k service doesnt sound like rocket science
It sure would be nice if someone, perhaps you(?), could document / photograph each item you go over on the 5k check list. Would be great for all the wannabe gearheads, like me, on the forum.
Good luck and let me know how it all works out for you and the ride! Also, where did you find the apes? I google cyclesmith but dont pull up anything...
It sure would be nice if someone, perhaps you(?), could document / photograph each item you go over on the 5k check list. Would be great for all the wannabe gearheads, like me, on the forum.
Good luck and let me know how it all works out for you and the ride! Also, where did you find the apes? I google cyclesmith but dont pull up anything...
RE: Going to tackle 5k service
HEY, YOU WILL NEED A TOOL FROM HARLEY THAT MEASURES THE BELT TENTION,( YOUR DEALER SHOULD HAVE ONE)IF YOUR BELT NEEDS TO BE ADJ. YOU WILL NEED A TORQE WRENCH THAT GOES TO 100FT POUNDS OR MORE DEPENDING ON YOUR BIKE,AND YOU WILL NEED A TORQE WRENCH ADAPTER ( THE HARLEY PART # IS IN THE SERVICE MAN.)SO YOU DONT HAVE THE TAKE YOU R . SIDE MUFFLER OFF TO TORQRE YOUR AXLE NUT. YOU MAY WANT TO CHECK OUT THIS SITE . I THINK ITS CALLED FIX MY HOG .COM THEY SELL MANTAINCE DVDS THEY ARE VERY GOOD AND THEY WILL BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE. THEY ALSO HAVE A LINK TO SERVICE SHEETS .COM THEY ARE VERY GOOD ALSO.
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Road Warrior
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RE: Going to tackle 5k service
If you do a search here some people check the belt tension without using the HD belt tension gauge.Since I already have the gauge ,that is what I use.
Removing the right side muffler is no big deal to loosen/tighten the axle nut,one less tool to buy.
You will need a inch pound and foot pound torque wrench.
Regular sockets,36 MM socket for the axle nut andTorx socket set with a 27T.Grease gun for steering neck bearings.
Do you have a jack?
You should also pick up some O-rings for the tranny and oil drain plugs.I have successfully reused the primary and derby cover gaskets.
The hardest part of the service IMO is checking the top stabilzer link.
Removing the right side muffler is no big deal to loosen/tighten the axle nut,one less tool to buy.
You will need a inch pound and foot pound torque wrench.
Regular sockets,36 MM socket for the axle nut andTorx socket set with a 27T.Grease gun for steering neck bearings.
Do you have a jack?
You should also pick up some O-rings for the tranny and oil drain plugs.I have successfully reused the primary and derby cover gaskets.
The hardest part of the service IMO is checking the top stabilzer link.
Road Warrior
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From: North West Ohio
RE: Going to tackle 5k service
Start with the best tool HD sells.........The service manual for your bike. It is well worth the $50.00. It gives you step by step directions for everything on the list including critical fastener checks and torque settings. With the manual the rest is pretty simple.
Ride Safe,
Mike
Ride Safe,
Mike
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From: Columbus GA / Phenix City AL
RE: Going to tackle 5k service
Get the service manual. If you really want to build your confidence, though, invest in the Fix My Hog vids, as previously suggested. They really help, and they also show you exactly what tools and products you'll need prior to getting to work (which is something you DON'T get from the manual).
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Road Master
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From: Milwaukee, WI
RE: Going to tackle 5k service
ORIGINAL: StreetGlide2006
Start with the best tool HD sells.........The service manual for your bike. It is well worth the $50.00. It gives you step by step directions for everything on the list including critical fastener checks and torque settings. With the manual the rest is pretty simple.
Ride Safe,
Mike
Start with the best tool HD sells.........The service manual for your bike. It is well worth the $50.00. It gives you step by step directions for everything on the list including critical fastener checks and torque settings. With the manual the rest is pretty simple.
Ride Safe,
Mike
Good for you on doing it yourself. Just follow the manual and take your time. None of it is brain surgery
Fix my hog dvds are good as an addition to the manual but I wouldn't use them as a replacement to the manual. JMO good luck an have fun.
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RE: Going to tackle 5k service
Get the parts manual for your bike as well. It identifies all your scooter's parts by number, something the service manual does not.
This is starting to sound like you need to spend a lot to do this service, but it's not too bad. And when your done, you'll have spent less than you would have at the dealer, you'll know your scooter better, you'll know the work was done properly and you'll have a bunch of new tools to play with. It's all good.
This is starting to sound like you need to spend a lot to do this service, but it's not too bad. And when your done, you'll have spent less than you would have at the dealer, you'll know your scooter better, you'll know the work was done properly and you'll have a bunch of new tools to play with. It's all good.