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[Laker]

Is this service something that I can do on my own? I have never serviced my own bikes but would like to start and I hate to be overcharged at the HD shop. Do many of you perform all maintenence or should certain service intervals be done by HD? Any input/suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[grc]

Is this service something that I can do on my own? I have never serviced my own bikes but would like to start and I hate to be overcharged at the HD shop. Do many of you perform all maintenence or should certain service intervals be done by HD? Any input/suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

I prefer to do my own service so that I know for sure it was done and done correctly.  I do the same thing with my automobiles as well.  I would suggest that you invest in the service manuals, and after reading through what is involved you can decide if you would be comfortable doing the work yourself.  

Jerry

[wilberb]

I have done all my own service since my first HD in 2001. Not very difficult. By doing it myself I know everything is getting done and done correctly. On a scale of 1 to 10, 1 is a complete idiot and 10 a full time bike mechanic I would rate myself as a 4.5. Good Luck

[Laker]

Thanks guys.  [smiley=beerchug.gif]

[JimsSEEG]

Like Jerry said, get the service manual - preferrably the HD manual. Sometimes other manuals refer you to the OEM S.

If you can pick up a wrench and screw driver and figure out the business end and not hurt yourself, should be fine. It's not difficult, just time consuming.

I like to do other checks as well and clean some of those often missed spots while I have the bike on the lift.

Jim

[marshall10]

I'm looking to do my own regular maintenance on my 09 street glide, and I am trying to find out how doing the work myself will affect the warranty. The dealer says it will void it, but I suspect they tell everyone that, and I feel that them wanting me to pay $360 for the 5000 mile service to be VERY insulting. by the way , Augusta Harley-Davidson is not the best dealer around, not by far.

[Fired00d]

I'm looking to do my own regular maintenance on my 09 street glide, and I am trying to find out how doing the work myself will affect the warranty. The dealer says it will void it, but I suspect they tell everyone that, and I feel that them wanting me to pay $360 for the 5000 mile service to be VERY insulting. by the way , Augusta Harley-Davidson is not the best dealer around, not by far.

Keep records of date/mileage when you do the services, and receipts for the parts required when doing the service. I would create a spreadsheet identical to what the service manual states should be checked/adjusted/replaced for each service and check them off as they were done doing the service. Doing them yourself will not void the warranty.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[DCFIREMANN]

Your minor services are easy it the big ones that are a killer. Look and see when the front fluid needs to be changed and wheel bearings changed. Unless you have the tools and THE KNOWLEDGE leave it alone and find a shop you trust to do this!

Be Safe

THE DAWG

[muddypaws]

The purchase for my 2009 SEUC was great at Baltimore HD store. The 1000 mile check up was a mess. I'll never go back for service.

[DCFIREMANN]

The purchase for my 2009 SEUC was great at Baltimore HD store. The 1000 mile check up was a mess. I'll never go back for service.

Like I have said around here in many threads. FIND A GOOD MECHANIC! And then stick with him. There are some excellent mechanics out there. You just need to find them.

Muddypaws you are in the area send me a PM and I will hook you up with one of the best if not the best on the Eastern Seaboard! I would tell you Nation Wide but if he comes on here and reads it his head might SWELL UP!!!!

Be Safe

THE DAWG