Another new bar install thread!
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Another new bar install thread!
I know...there's a ton of threads on this subject. I searched and read as much as I could...till my eyes bled!
I just ordered a set of 16" BR's Custom Cycles Sweeping Beaters. They're 1.5" diameter, 16' of rise, and around 7" of pullback. Oh...and 34" wide. Going on a '13 Street Glide. Powder coating them black satin to match my Denim Black paint.
What kind of problems am I going to run into putting these on?
Is is absolutely necessary to order the special tool to remove my ignition switch? If so...where can I get it?
I have (probably) more tools than the average guy. Plenty of sockets and wrenches, Torx bits, split ring pliers with large and small inserts, etc etc. Also have a service manual. Anything else in particular I need?
Any tips tricks and shortcuts would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks....SMASH
I just ordered a set of 16" BR's Custom Cycles Sweeping Beaters. They're 1.5" diameter, 16' of rise, and around 7" of pullback. Oh...and 34" wide. Going on a '13 Street Glide. Powder coating them black satin to match my Denim Black paint.
What kind of problems am I going to run into putting these on?
Is is absolutely necessary to order the special tool to remove my ignition switch? If so...where can I get it?
I have (probably) more tools than the average guy. Plenty of sockets and wrenches, Torx bits, split ring pliers with large and small inserts, etc etc. Also have a service manual. Anything else in particular I need?
Any tips tricks and shortcuts would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks....SMASH
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You've already covered my recommendation of strong inside snap-ring pliers for the clutch cable and a service manual. You can either plan on changing tranny oil at the same time you remove the cable, or tilt the bike, drain what leaks into a clean pan and reuse it again. A little extra oil on hand may help. Good luck! Can't wait to see the finished install!!
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Is is absolutely necessary to order the special tool to remove my ignition switch? If so...where can I get it?
is this something for newer bikes? I had mine apart without a special tool to install my painted fairing and its not hard to do without this tool you speak of.
is this something for newer bikes? I had mine apart without a special tool to install my painted fairing and its not hard to do without this tool you speak of.
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Ignition switch tool from Mark Parnes. Got from this site so I'll share it with you. Around $25.00, Good Luck with your project.
GNrider....I'll take it for 25 bucks! PM me and we'll figure out how to settle up. I'm deployed right now so not in CONUS.
You've already covered my recommendation of strong inside snap-ring pliers for the clutch cable and a service manual. You can either plan on changing tranny oil at the same time you remove the cable, or tilt the bike, drain what leaks into a clean pan and reuse it again. A little extra oil on hand may help. Good luck! Can't wait to see the finished install!!
Do you think this job can be done without a bike jack? Or can it just be done on the jiffy stand?
is this something for newer bikes? I had mine apart without a special tool to install my painted fairing and its not hard to do without this tool you speak of.
I've just read of guys getting the tumbles out of wack and having to spend a couple hours getting them back in wack before they could finish the job.
GNrider....I'll take it for 25 bucks! PM me and we'll figure out how to settle up. I'm deployed right now so not in CONUS.
You've already covered my recommendation of strong inside snap-ring pliers for the clutch cable and a service manual. You can either plan on changing tranny oil at the same time you remove the cable, or tilt the bike, drain what leaks into a clean pan and reuse it again. A little extra oil on hand may help. Good luck! Can't wait to see the finished install!!
Do you think this job can be done without a bike jack? Or can it just be done on the jiffy stand?
is this something for newer bikes? I had mine apart without a special tool to install my painted fairing and its not hard to do without this tool you speak of.
I've just read of guys getting the tumbles out of wack and having to spend a couple hours getting them back in wack before they could finish the job.
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I'm sure people on here have done it on the jiffy stand and say it was fine. I personally bought a jack with a fraction of the money I saved from doing the job myself and I wouldn't do it without the jack. It was just easier. Your call bro. The red Craftsman jack can be had for about $100.00. It's the one I picked up and is money well spent in my opinion as far as convenience and ease to work on the bike.
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Ignition switch tool from Mark Parnes. Got from this site so I'll share it with you. Around $25.00, Good Luck with your project.
GNrider....I'll take it for 25 bucks! PM me and we'll figure out how to settle up. I'm deployed right now so not in CONUS.
You've already covered my recommendation of strong inside snap-ring pliers for the clutch cable and a service manual. You can either plan on changing tranny oil at the same time you remove the cable, or tilt the bike, drain what leaks into a clean pan and reuse it again. A little extra oil on hand may help. Good luck! Can't wait to see the finished install!!
Do you think this job can be done without a bike jack? Or can it just be done on the jiffy stand?
is this something for newer bikes? I had mine apart without a special tool to install my painted fairing and its not hard to do without this tool you speak of.
I've just read of guys getting the tumbles out of wack and having to spend a couple hours getting them back in wack before they could finish the job.
GNrider....I'll take it for 25 bucks! PM me and we'll figure out how to settle up. I'm deployed right now so not in CONUS.
You've already covered my recommendation of strong inside snap-ring pliers for the clutch cable and a service manual. You can either plan on changing tranny oil at the same time you remove the cable, or tilt the bike, drain what leaks into a clean pan and reuse it again. A little extra oil on hand may help. Good luck! Can't wait to see the finished install!!
Do you think this job can be done without a bike jack? Or can it just be done on the jiffy stand?
is this something for newer bikes? I had mine apart without a special tool to install my painted fairing and its not hard to do without this tool you speak of.
I've just read of guys getting the tumbles out of wack and having to spend a couple hours getting them back in wack before they could finish the job.