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Old Mar 19, 2011 | 03:11 PM
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Ok, I know this is not at all impressive to you veteran bikers on here. Today I changed the primary/engine/tranny fluids and changed the plugs on my '04 FLHPI. It's cool to know that I saved about $200 by doing this all myself. Now I have more confidence to do more stuff in the future. I am pretty proud of myself

FYI - For the newbies...It really does pay to get the service manual for your bike. Also the experienced advice of the veterans on here is awesome !
 
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Old Mar 19, 2011 | 04:26 PM
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Nice job! It feels good to have that connection with your bike. The folks on this forum are awesome to share their knowledge and passion openly! I love it. Ride safe!!!
 
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Yep, the manual is the Bible. Get it, use it, believe in it!
 
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Congratulations! Most of the maintenance stuff isn't too hard once you get into it.

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Cool...just don't mention what oil you used...that'll start a whole sh*tstorm debate...lol
 
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Originally Posted by blwright
Ok, I know this is not at all impressive to you veteran bikers on here. Today I changed the primary/engine/tranny fluids and changed the plugs on my '04 FLHPI. It's cool to know that I saved about $200 by doing this all myself. Now I have more confidence to do more stuff in the future. I am pretty proud of myself

FYI - For the newbies...It really does pay to get the service manual for your bike. Also the experienced advice of the veterans on here is awesome !
Awesome!! working on your own bike is cool and saves money. Great Job.
 
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Old Mar 19, 2011 | 04:45 PM
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It begins.....
 
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after a while it will be fun
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Cool...just don't mention what oil you used...that'll start a whole sh*tstorm debate...lol
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It should now mean more to you when you tell someone that this my bike.
All all easy with the manual, proper tools, and time. Always take your time.
 
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