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Old Aug 26, 2011 | 08:28 PM
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while im waiting for my service manual to arrive can anyone tell me what the torque specs for the front axel on a 2011 streetglide with abs... also the torque spec on the front axel cap on the forks...any help would be greatful.. thank you
 
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60-65 ft. lbs.(Axle)
 

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Old Aug 26, 2011 | 09:10 PM
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132-180 inch pounds for the front axle holder nuts.
 
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Old Aug 27, 2011 | 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by dawg
132-180 inch pounds for the front axle holder nuts.
Is it normal for the to be a space between the axle holder and the fork itself? The front side of the axle holder touches the fork, but on the rear side of the axle holder has a 1/16" gap between the axle holder and the fork. I don't have the proper torque wrench, however I checked the tension using a 1/2" drive ratchet and it seems very tight.
 
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Old Aug 27, 2011 | 09:35 AM
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I think there should be an equal space on each side,at least thats how I would install it.
 
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Old Aug 27, 2011 | 10:28 AM
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Torque/tighten the axle nut first then the cap nuts.
 
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Old Aug 27, 2011 | 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Heavy D
Is it normal for the to be a space between the axle holder and the fork itself? The front side of the axle holder touches the fork, but on the rear side of the axle holder has a 1/16" gap between the axle holder and the fork. I don't have the proper torque wrench, however I checked the tension using a 1/2" drive ratchet and it seems very tight.
You torque them alternating between the two. Doing that should not cause a gap and should tighten them down evenly.
 
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Old Aug 28, 2011 | 06:18 AM
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Mine came from the factory wit the front side touching and the gap on the back. Next time I get a service, I'll ask them to re-adjust so that there is an equal gap on both sides.
 
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It doesnt matter if the gap is uneven, the casting is designed to float.

You should tighten them evenly, but dont loose sleep over it!
 
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Old Aug 28, 2011 | 07:54 AM
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Beyond the torque specs, there is a proceedure to follow. Not sure about the 2011, but it is critical to follow the procedure on my 2006. Sorry I don't have the 11 or I'd give you the whole proceedure.
 
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