i like doing my own work on my bike but i diont want screw my warranty up. can you do your own and not mess up warranty? hate asking dealer cause they seem to tell you anything nowdays to get more out of you. or is it up to each dealer?

 

yes, keep receipts (for oil, filter, grease etc) and document everything and you will be fine.

 

Of course you can! But get the H-D service and parts manual for your bike. A must have!

Also, you can get the FixMyHog DVD -- good tips there.

 

You'll also need some good tools: (assuming you already have SAE socket set)

- complete set of good Torx sockets (t-handles and keys are OK for some things but you need the sockets).
- complete set of hex key sockets (SAE)
- ft-lb and in-lb torque wrenches
- oil filter wrench (I use the end-cap type but H-D recommends a strap wrench)
- H-D belt tension tool
- rear wheel alignment tool (made or purchased)

 

Dig in. Turn some wrenches, get your hands dirty and learn you bike. Good therapy for me. You wallet will be a little fatter for sure.

 

You can do it yourself. But be aware that a 5 k service is not just chnging the fluids on all 3 holes.
Belt tension
Clutch adjustment
Spark Plugs
and more.

Had a guy come in last week complaining of an oil leak. The typical I do my own services.
Oil leaking was due to the primary being 1 quart over filled.
The he bitched because it wasnt covered under warranty.

 

I'll bet you have some good stories to tell!

After being on this forum a while I am beginning to see why the old-timers are upset with the new breed of H-D owner.

 

unless you have no mechanical skills at all i see no problem saving a few hundred bucks to change my own oils and tighten a belt and a few bolts long as the proper tools are used along with the manual. i am a new breed of hd owner, its called it tough as hell out there now and you gota try save some where you can anymore. there is alot of jobs i wouldnt take on myself concerning my bike but i dont think this is one of them.