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Wheel Balancing - 986 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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Dec 1st, 2009 10:56 PM
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DOT Brake Fluids - 876 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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Sep 24th, 2009 11:19 PM
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Jul 12th, 2009 01:24 PM
by glider
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Brake Caliper Maintenance - 784 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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Apr 20th, 2009 12:13 PM
by glider
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Mixing Brake Fluids - 1002 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 03:33 PM
by glider
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Tires 1 - 421 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 01:52 PM
by larryjmiller
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Replacing Brakes - 433 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 07:58 PM
by NEWHD74FAN
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Brake Pedal (replacing) - 440 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 11:23 AM
by krikket
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Changing Tires - 440 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 11:15 AM
by glider
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Metzeler Recall - 440 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 11:09 AM
by NEWHD74FAN
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Tires 2 - 458 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 09:09 AM
by glider
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Wheels & Tires - Buyer's Guide - 460 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 02:00 PM
by NEWHD74FAN
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Breaking In New Pads - 470 days old
Posted by PetieJ
All brake pads must be bedded-in with the rotor they will be used against to maximize brake performance. The bedding-in process involves a gradual build up of heat in the rotors and pad compound. This process will lay down a thin layer of transfer film on to the rotor surface.
In a safe area, apply brakes moderately... Read more
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Dec 6th, 2008 11:26 AM
by glider
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Tires And Maintenance - 476 days old
Two critical items that seem to be most ignored are brake fluid and tires. Spongy brakes are the most common thing to find. I don't know if it's caused by air in the lines or old fluid that has absorbed water, or both, but the solution is the same: bleed the brakes and install fresh fluid at least every other year. It's cheap and easy to do.
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Nov 30th, 2008 09:26 AM
by glider
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Tire Information - 487 days old
Here's a great link posted by Hobbit that explains a lot of things tire related on most popular brands.
Motorcycle Tire/Tyre Tech 101
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Nov 19th, 2008 08:14 AM
by glider
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