Bob and Mark remove a stock Harley-Davidson headlight and passing lamp set-up to install a custom set. Bob notes this is the time to switch out the headlight bulb if need be and keep all your stock wiring intact, don’t just cut it out. From there we go to the bench to wire the custom passing lamps set-up. Mark helps strip, cut, solder and shrink wrap the new wire connections. They install the new setup making sure all connectors work and that the hardware is tight. Nacelle installed and all parts cleaned they show us how the new set-up looks and operates.
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Harley Drive Belt Tension
Bob and Mark demonstrate the professional technique for finding the tight spot in a Sportster’s rear wheel belt. You should do this without a rider or passenger and with the bike in neutral. They teach you how to check for belt tension and deflection and how to retorque the axle so you can give your bike a smoother ride.
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Hollister Rally CA – It’s a Lifestyle
Update: July 2013 the City of Hollister marked the comeback of the Hollister Rally. Sounds like it went well and the Hollister City Council has signed a 10-year agreement to host the rally every July. Game on – Ride & Rock On. We have been to almost every Harley-Davidson rally in this great country and…
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Harley Fork Oil Service
Bob and Mark demonstrate the best way to empty Harley fork oil from your Sportster’s front fork sliders and replace it with new oil. It can be a two-man job, so try to complete the service with a friend. Newer bikes mostly use 39-millimeter forks, but most bikes are preset with varying levels of spring in the sliders, so consult your manual before you begin this service. Like any other service, you should clean all of the parts that you remove with parts cleaner to ensure that your bike operates smoothly between services.
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Harley Fall Away Adjustment & Steering Head Bearings Lube
Bob and Mark demonstrate the process for lubricating your Harley’s steering head bearings and adjusting the fall-away. As always, Bob stresses the importance of adequately prepping all bolts, consulting your user manual to be sure everything is done correctly, covering any painted areas on the bike and, if possible, working with two sets of hands.
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