What is done on 1000 mile 1st service

BuffaloBill

Hello
I just called my HD dealer to Schedule my 1st 1000 mile service. Servcie Dept said 4 weeks before they could get me in. I did my Fluid changes this weekend Mobil #1 in Crankcase Royal purple 75/90 Synthetic Gear Lube in Tranny and B&N Super Synthetic ATF in Primary. I also checked/did a visual and had 1 loose bolt on the Saddlebag guards to tighten Other then the Clutch adjustment andl ubricating the cable Should I even bother taking the 09 UC in/

Please advise

ThankYou
BuffaloBill

Hobbit

I would as they check wheel and head bearings and belt as well as changing oils

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TQuentin1

The choice is, of course, yours. If you have the ability and confidence to do the work yourself (and you have the HD Factory Service Manual!!), get after it. Go through the scheduled service section of your Owner's Manual and do that stuff.

On the primary oil, you will see lots of thoughts here:

Primary Lube Poll - Harley Davidson Community

Many of us do not advocate using a synthetic in the primary. Formula Plus or Spectro Primary are a couple of good alternatives.

TQ

glider

Here's the dealer service schedules.

Maintenance Schedules For Servicing - Harley Davidson Community

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mrs2cool

I can't imagine waiting 4 weeks for service - every time I call my dealer for any kind of service ,- it's always within the same week. Maybe you should think about changing dealers.

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smitty901

Glider put the link up for the list.
Sounds like a good start so far also check that every thing is tight
The ATF in Primary is a bit scary your wet clutch is not and automatic.
I know that there has been a myth going around for years about it being good for the primary , It has not been shown to be true.
If you can do the rest of the services and check yourself no real reason to take it in just keep records.

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BuffaloBill

Thanks Smitty
I want to do the right thing What would you advise as far as primary

PS I used it on my 03 RK 33K miles no problems also used it on my 07 EGC 23K No Problems The 09 will probably be my last ride (Retiring soon) so I want to make sure it will be with me a long time
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BuffaloBill

smitty901

[quote=BuffaloBill;69229]Thanks Smitty
I want to do the right thing What would you advise as far as primary

PS I used it on my 03 RK 33K miles no problems also used it on my 07 EGC 23K No Problems The 09 will probably be my last ride (Retiring soon) so I want to make sure it will be with me a long time
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BuffaloBill[/QUOTe

Most recommend not use SNY in the primary.
HD F+ is a good safe way to go.
However if you want the best Spectro and REDLINE both make a primary lube that is not sny but of very hight quialty.
This link on the fourm will provide you with a lot of reading on the subject.
Primary Lube Poll - Harley Davidson Community
Primary Lube Poll - Page 7 - Harley Davidson Community
Also this link is the self help section a dn lot of good reading on your bike in there
Self Help Information and Tips - Harley Davidson Community
Any questions just yell

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scrinch

I have had a squeak after my 1000 mile service by the dealership and tonight checked the drive belt tension. .75 inch deflection instead of .0375. So I says if you are competent and have the manual do it yourself to get it right.

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Mickster

Today had my 1k chkup on my 09 EG @ HotRod HD, Muskegon MI. Took it in at 0845 (in 40deg weather) and had it out by 1050. Gasket service kit; oil filter, 1 qt 20W50 oil; Formula+Lubriant, qt. I chose to get the 20k option so, it was nice that it was "free" (ya right). No sweat. Thanks Smitty901 for your helpful links.