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DOT Brake Fluids - 756 days old
Some facts about brake fluids.
DOT 5 brake fluid is a silicone-based fluid and is not compatible with DOT 4. It is also less suitable than DOT 4 for ABS systems, because of its higher compressibility.
DOT 5.1 brake fluid is a low-viscosity, high-temperature fluid compatible with DOT 4 and DOT 3. Its low viscosity makes it... Read more
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Brake Caliper Maintenance - 664 days old
Required tools :
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/bills985/brakes1.jpg
One ¼ inch twelve point socket for the pad pins
One ten millimeter twelve point socket holds the caliper halves together
One ... Read more
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Jul 12th, 2009 02:26 PM
by glider
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Jul 12th, 2009 02:24 PM
by glider
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Wheel Balancing - 866 days old
From Dunlop Tires
It is essential tire/wheel assemblies be balanced before use and rebalanced each time the tire is removed or replaced. Unbalanced tire/wheel assemblies can vibrate at certain speeds, and tire wear will be greatly accelerated.
All Dunlop street tires should be installed with the yellow balance dot at the valve.... Read more
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Oct 26th, 2008 08:51 AM
by glider
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Mixing Brake Fluids - 882 days old
HD DOT 5 Brake Fluid is sold with the following disclaimer: "Fits all models (except '05-later Touring models, '06-later VRSC™, Dyna®, Softail® and '07 Sportster® models)
HD DOT 4 Brake Fluid is sold with this disclaimer: "Fits '05-later Touring and '06-later VRSC™, Dyna® and Softail® and '07 Sportster® models.".
DOT 5.1... Read more
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Jun 23rd, 2007 04:33 PM
by glider
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E Z Brake - 226 days old
Here's an alternative to a longer brake and clutch lever on touring bikes.
EZB frame2
And here's the installation of this unit.
EZ Brake Installation
Or for a Harley part...97-07
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Apr 9th, 2009 08:43 AM
by glider
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08 Brembo Brake Retrofit - 468 days old
Here's a PDF on how to retrofit the new brembo brakes to an older bike.
Download 2008 Brembo Brake Retrofit Link 1
Download 2008 Brembo Brake Retrofit Link 2
Download 2008 Brembo Brake Retrofit Link 3
Also see this post... Read more
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Mar 18th, 2009 07:46 AM
by softlips67
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Tire Pressures - 250 days old
Tire Pressure 101
By Dave Miller
http://www.cycleconnections.com/images/articles/Lead_Photo__1.jpg
There is a regular schedule that we should keep when it comes to our motorcycle tires. Keeping the air at a specific pressure is... Read more
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Mar 16th, 2009 09:43 AM
by glider
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Tires 1 - 301 days old
Some interesting info on tires for Motorcycle on this page.
http://www.bikerenews.com/Stories/Motorcycle_tires.htm
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Jan 24th, 2009 02:52 PM
by larryjmiller
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Replacing Brakes - 313 days old
Here's some info with pics on how to do it.
Brake Pad Replacement
PDF version available on download page.
Brake Pad Replacement (Road Kings)
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Jan 12th, 2009 08:58 PM
by NEWHD74FAN
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Brake Pedal (replacing) - 320 days old
Posted by "Bud White"
Well i got motivated today and did a few things...
This one is a Pain and i mean pain did i say a pain. I would guess right off the top of my head hour to hour and a half to install..
I also understand why Glider said he wanted to hear how the pin went.
Let me also say the instructions from HD... Read more
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Jan 6th, 2009 12:23 PM
by krikket
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Changing Tires - 320 days old
Here's some videos that will show how it's done. This is shown on a softail style bike.
YouTube - How to Change Motorcycle Tires : Tools for Changing Motorcycle Tires
YouTube - How to Change Motorcycle Tires : Using a Scissor Jack to Change Motorcycle Tires
YouTube - How to Change Motorcycle Tires : Removing a Motorcycle... Read more
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Jan 5th, 2009 12:15 PM
by glider
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Metzeler Recall - 320 days old
This recall is basically as a safety factor from tires that separated from under inflation causing them to run hotter than normal. The Metzeler tires generally run 10% higher pressures than the comparable Dunlop or other brands. Most of these tires have been recalled with the exception of some stock in the dealers themselves. If you have one... Read more
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Jan 5th, 2009 12:09 PM
by NEWHD74FAN
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Tires 2 - 338 days old
Posted by "TQ"
A tire supplier.
I wanted to pass along a site that I think has good competitive pricing on stuff. I have personally bought a rear Dunlop D402 here and a battery tender. Here is the link:
Motorcycle Superstore - Motorcycle Accessories and Motorcycle Gear
They offer a wide assortment of tire... Read more
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Dec 18th, 2008 10:09 AM
by glider
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Wheels & Tires - Buyer's Guide - 340 days old
Six pages of manufacturers, specs and prices, also available in PDF form at the bottom.
Wheels And Tires - Buyer's Guide
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Dec 16th, 2008 03:00 PM
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