Bob and Mark demonstrate the installation process for the custom Headwinds and Dakota Digital products that you have wired and prepped for your Softail model. These are your headlights, passing lamps and dashboard gauges. This is your last chance to make sure all wires are properly wrapped, attached and secured! Your bike should look drastically different from what you had before your custom servicing. Now get out and take a test drive!
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Harley Brake Caliper 2000 – 2003 Front & Rear Service
Bob demonstrates how to service the front and rear brake calipers on a Sportster. There are a few changes that Harley has made over the years, so you should be sure to pay attention to the differences; they could affect how you service your bike.
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Motorcycle safety inspection after service
Now that you’ve fully serviced your Harley Sportster, you can take the opportunity to check all of the safety features on the bike. Make sure the lights are working properly, the horn makes noise, turn signals are operational, and all grommets are in place. Then you should check the throttle, add oil and fill the tires to the correct level. Once your finished with the service, get out and ride!
*****The service manual states you should follow your negation cable down from battery and remove nut that secures the connector to ground stud on the crankcase boss behind the starter motor assembly. You will need to do the reverse during installation.
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Harley-Davidson® Battery Tender Review
Unless you have a kick-start, you’ll need a battery to get your Harley started and to keep it functional. Bob shares some tips on Harley battery replacement and upkeep.
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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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