5K service due, What to do? Fatboy
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From: Escondido, CA
So let me get this right . You have had a front end wobble for over a year without either fixing it yourself or having a stealer do it, then you are going to tell someone else it is normal.
That sounds like go ahead put it to your head and pull the trigger its only got one bullet in it. Watch I'll show ya
That sounds like go ahead put it to your head and pull the trigger its only got one bullet in it. Watch I'll show ya
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From: South Jersey
The wobble in the front end is this something common on fatboys because it does it on my '08 fatboy. Infact for over a year now. It does it when I ride a slow speeds with one hand or slowing down with one hand on the handlebars. I thought it was the front tire because it seems to be cupping some. So I guess a bad bering would cause this.
"Where does he ask if it is normal????? He says its COMMON his has done it FOR A YEAR hence my prior post. By me a beer and I'll let you slide this time
Last edited by snook592; Nov 6, 2009 at 08:32 PM.
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From: O'fallon, Missouri
The wobble should be looked at under warranty. If they say its not covered then argue with them. I'm pretty sure you'll win. Other than that read your manual and do it yourself. Its not hard. If you have any kind of mechanical skill you should have no problem. Just be sure a torque everything to what the manual says. And have a decent torque wrench. You will be amazed at the money you'll save.
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From: FL & SoCal
I agree with the others who are saying do it yourself. The 5k service isnt too hard. You may consider investing in the Fix My Hog DVD's for your model Softail. These vids are great for beginners or folks who just dont know where to start. I bought them for both my bikes and they have helped me a lot....Give it a go..if you decide you're out of your league, next time around, take the bike back to the dealer for service...here's the link for the vids if you're interested:
http://www.fixmyhog.com/
http://www.fixmyhog.com/
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From: South Jersey
My Bad the beer is on its way. I see where I miss read it
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