02:30 Tools Needed 07:30 draining oil 09:00 Cleaning Air Filter 11:45 Tire Pressure Check 12:25 Clutch Adjustment 18:00 Primary Chain Check 19:50 Belt Check 22:47 Throttle, Brake, and Clutch Controls Check 23:31 Fuel Lines and Fittings 24:55 Brake Fluid Check 26:49 Spark Plugs 29:00 Switches and Operation Check 29:33 Oil Plug and Oil Filter Change 23:16 Oil Change He has more detailed videos on all of these topics on his channel. Like so other people can see it. Thanks.
Delboy, I just bought my first Harley a 2008 sportster 1200 low after riding kawasaki's for many years. After watching many of your videos I have so much more confidence working on my Harley. You and Penny do such a wonderful job on these videos. Cheers from Wisconsin USA.
Thank you Ron, you're welcome, hope the videos can help you keep your lovely new Harley in top top condition... enjoy your new bike, and thanks for your kind comments, all the best, D&P!
"Be confident in your work." That's what I needed to hear before I set off to work on my bike. Never owned a bike or any power sport so this is all new to me and I keep rechecking everything I do.
Always be confident in what you do my friend, only weak and gutless people will knock and criticize you, and thats usually because they wish they could do it but don't have the confidence in themselves... like you say, double check everything and remember to enjoy it.. Good luck mate.. Del.
Thank you. You are helping me out more than you would think.... your videos are actually helping my overall confidence. ... not just with my bike, but in life itself.
+Douglas Fuentes My word what a wonderful thing to say Douglas... and what an honour to have been able to inspire you in such a way... nothing is too hard in this life but there are many people, and circumstances, that slap us down and make us question ourselves... and sometimes all that's needed is a little self confidence and asking yourself 'how hard can it be, and what's the worst that can happen?'.... am so glad we can inspire you, thanks for your kind support and enjoy your bike, all the best Del & Penny!
Moonfleet41 I'll have to agree with this guy above. I knew getting into bikes, I'd need to learn more about maintenance. I always take my Corolla to the dealership, but I figured part of owning a bike is about taking care of her. Your videos are awesome my friend, I was never totally mechanically inclined like my dad and brothers, but this has helped me a lot. Thanks brother 🇺🇸🇬🇧
Thank so much for your kind words brother, it makes me proud when a biker can use the video we make, and keep their bike safe and on the road... there is so much more to owning a bike that just riding it... to take care of its needs and enhance its looks and performance makes the whole pride of ownership ten times better... Keep in touch and drop us a line if you need a tip or trick.. take care and keep your boots in the breeze... Del.
Just bought my new to me sportster, first street bike after many years of dual sport. Your vid’s have been very helpful , being 62 years old . Cheers. , Christopher
Hello Christopher, good to hear from you and we're glad to hear the videos can help you out! Thank you so much for your kind donation and support, it's much appreciated... enjoy your new bike!
You sir, are amazing! I just found your channel and am thoroughly impressed. My wife & I both ride XL1200N's and I love the satisfaction that comes from doing my own work on the bikes, but I'm a newbie to wrenching on them. Watched a few of your vids last night and you gave me the confidence I needed to tackle installing the forward controls that have been sitting in my garage for the last two weeks. Everything went smoothly and I'm very happy. I'll be due for my 5k service in a few weeks and, after watching this, I have no reservations about doing it myself. Keep up your great work! Thank you for sharing your experience with those of us who haven't been working on bikes for all our lives.
Hi Brian, good to hear from you my friend... ! I'm really glad you're taking on your own wrenching, it broadens the enjoyment of your bike and brings you closer to it in every way... riding along on a bike you have maintained and fixed yourself almost makes you understand the heartbeat of the machine as it purrs along underneath you... good luck with your 5k service, if you get any problems or hiccups, then feel free to drop us a line and we'll see if we can help! Ride safe both, all the best, Del & Penny
Thanks buddy, im glad the videos can help you... take some of that money saved, and invest it in good tools and equipment, you'll always be able to do your own work now..!
I've had a Sportster for 9 years, and for the first time, I have the confidence to do many of the maintenance tasks that I went to the dealer for. Thanks so much!
+Richard Treat Hi buddy, taht's great to hear, glad the videos can help you, good to do your own work, brings you closer to your bike as well as saving money, ride safe, Del
Just to let everyone know on the Sportster 48 the Torx size for the Derby Cover is a *T27* That's right, a T27,. a T25 or T30 would be too easy; everyone has one of those.
I,VE JUST COME BACK TO BIKES SINCE GIVING THEM UP TO HAVE A FAMILY WHEN I WAS 21 IAM NOW 49 AND I HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOU RECENTLY SO ITS A BIG THUMBS UP AND A MASIVE THANK YOU !!
Welcome back Anthony, it must feel good to be back on a bike again...and we're glad the videos can help you out... take care and enjoy your bike.. Del.
New Subscriber here. Just bought a used Sportster that was apparently 600 miles overdue for its 5k service (filthy oil, loose clutch cover n loose foot peg). I took ur advice n bought a HD service manual, n performed the 5k service (step-by-step per your video) 👍🏻. The clutch no longer slips either. You saved me a mint, and helped me justify purchasing more tools 😀. Thank you!
This is the best how-to video I think I've ever seen. Excellent explanations on everything and very concise instructions. I don't even own a Sportster but thinking about getting an Iron 883.
Del, great video! I am new to the Harley world..owning other bikes in the past, and your advice is great. I'm riding a 2005 Fatboy and after watching your videos I'm ready to tackle the 5000 mile tune-up. Thanks again, and ride safe!
I watched your video re: installing new hand grips on Harley's , thank you so much for this information , I had gone to my Harley dealer and asked how to and was told that they just "CUT" the rubber , well I didn't to ruin the stock hand grips. Your advise in spraying WD 40 inside of the old grip did the trick in desolving the glue that had been applied. No problem installing the new grips. Thank you , keep these informative videos coming we all need them.
What can I say: Thank you so much for your great videos! They helped me so much with my Sporty! Please keep up your great work!! Thanks and greetings from Switzerland.
Your videos contain some priceless information Del, especially for new riders like myself. You've saved me some future frustration and money. Appreciate it brother.
You are very welcome . You , Penny and your videos have truly given me the guts to take on some work on my bike . Being a new rider and have the love to work with my hands and with my father side by side your vides have made that easier and not so scary any more . I hope all the riches in the world come to you guys . Truly amazing as always . And i just want to thank you for taking the time and writing back to all of us and making the time to do the videos. Thank you Sir
Hi Ron, how cool to hear from you mate... southern California is such an iconic place to us, but so far away! I first started watching YT and followed Dan & Joe Bethel building hot rods,have since made loads of amazing friends around the world and it would be amazing to meet you,but with distance and time off it'll be a pipe dream at the moment...dead jealous having a Roadking and a 48, have gone through a few Harleys myself,but loving the Triumph!Ride safe both of you, thanks for your support!
YOU are the MAN Delboy!!!! I just bought a 2011 Nightster :) and I am glued to your videos as mine only had 1067 miles at pickup, thats right, LESS than 1070 miles !!!! She is out of warranty and so I will be doing all the service all myself, good to have you along to guide me.
Thanks Ruben, Welcome to Harley ownership, you're gonna love your bike.. and im glad the videos can help you out.. . feel free to drop us a line if you need to... take care.. Del.
Well done bro! That oil pump thing is a great thing to bring up. I have rebuilt several Truck motors. Always had to pack it with PreLube for exactly what you described.
Great videos, man. I've always had Japanese bikes. Just bought a Sportster, so the maintenance schedule and procedures, and the nuances and details of Harley ownership are something I now have to wrap my head around. I'm meticulous and detailed in maintaining my bikes, so your videos have been of exceptional educational value. Thanks!
Great! I've been waiting for this one. my Sportster 72 is due for its 5k service. I've got the manual & figured I could do it. I just wanted to see you do it first, so I could get pointers to make it easy & quick, like priming the drain tube, didn't know that but now I do, thanks. It's on next week ends to do list.
You sir are a scholar and a gentleman, can't tell you how much head scratching, time and money you have saved me with your perfectly put together, no BS videos. Thank you a thousand times over!
Hi Graham, thats very kind of you matey, thanks for the kind sentiment...we love to hear that the videos have been able to help people out, it makes all the hours in the garage worth it... good luck with your projects and ride safe... Del.
Great tips Del, nice job and solid advice. I check my air filters by looking from the inside out with a bright light on the outside. If you can see the light through the filter it's OK. It doesn't hurt to put a small amount of anti-seize on the spark plug threads either. Penny you've got a nice clean bike!
You're the best, Delboy. Harley should put you on TV or something! I'd watch it. I mean, they would never do that because you'd put their service centers out of businessssssss.
There's the reason why I love this channel over any other mechanics channels i've come across. I feel confident after seeing this video to do mine at the end of the year. The way you hold our hands through it, and detail each bit with clear instructions and no jargon nonsense means that average Joe McGumble here can go "Hang about, that sounds about as easy as pie! I can do that". Though I'll hold you soley responsible when I somehow set my bike on fire during the service haha, nice one mate!
Outstanding video. Especially the end of the video where you talk about making sure to get air out of the drain tube. Thank you so very much for this excellent video.
Gerald Clay Thank you Gerald, you are most kind, im glad the video has helped you out....its just common sense and following the manual... good luck with yours mate. all the best.. Del.
Thanks for the video, man! I just had the 1K mile service done to my 2016 HD Forty-Eight. Almost $400 USD. Parts cost me approximately $50 USD. The rest was all labor. I will definitely perform the 5K service myself. It's fairly simple and straightforward stuff. Keep up the great work!
You're most welcome Brother, it's a simple thing, but can have such dire consequences, which is I guess why Harley put it in their service schedule as part of the procedure... ride safe and stay in touch!
Thanx for showing. I have never owned a Sportster but will probably buy one this spring. Style, sound, parts and service by my self 😃 will be the main resons.
You are amazing brother, took my iron in for fear of voiding my warranty to do my 5k service 290 plus tax.. yikes. After figuring out as long as I save all my info that the service was done I'd be good I took my bike right back home. This video will get me through that service easy breezy. Your the man brother, Penny is amazing as well!
Amazing video. You were thorough, clear, concise, and gave great tips. I was a little fearful of this 5k service on my 2015 iron 883, but now I am certain I can get the job done! Cheers
+Mickey Lee Bukowski Excellent , we love to hear people have used the video... it's exactly why we loaded it up ... all the best buddy, now you can spend the money on Mrs Bukowski and win brownie points !
Brilliant, brilliant job, thanks dell/penny, been waiting for this one for a while. Well detailed and clearly explained, top marks. That was a great tip about draing the small amount of air out of the oil tube, didnt know that one.. Thanks for the time taken to do the video Cheers.....
Hi Mike & Wendy - how lovely to hear from you, and so glad to know the videos have helped you out, and saved you a few pennies - whereabouts in the world are you?? All the very best, ride safe, Penstar! x
Exactly right Brett, there is a lot of old BS and snobbery about oils, most always think the more it costs and the more it's formulated for racing then the better it must be, which as you know, is so wrong... when people ask me should I put fully synth or semisynth in my Sportster I always like to answer by telling them it's like making the choice between Nike trainers or Adidas trainers for your Granny, neither will make her run any faster!
Thanks for the quick reply, I will get busy with the 5K servive and we will see where that gets me, thanks again, you have an art to make everything very attainable and empowering people, I knew the bike was due for a servive, but I didn't want to think about because I saw two things, one a black cloud with regard all that needed to be done which I didn't know, and second a very pricey bill from a shop to do it, but your video cleared the sky for me and am about to get busy this weekend now that I have a predicatable journey about what needs to be done as it was presented on your video.
hi del thank you so much for your videos I've just serviced my 07 sportster and I'll be watching your fork seal video next to replace mine on my every day kawasaki er 5 , once again thank you
Hi Peter, I am sorry to hear about your bike mate, it's heartbreaking just reading that let alone living through it, you must be sick... I guess as it seems so totalled you get to wash your hands of it and start again, my only hope now for you buddy is that the insurance co. step up, cough up quickly & get you past it asap on some new wheels & I know nothing can replace your old ride, but onward and upward I guess ... let us know how you get on, keep us posted, Del & Penny
THANK YOU. LOL, the instructions are in the manual, but I was afraid to start. Your video, took the fear... I love my bike, but don't have the money to pay what the dealerships ask for the services. I change the oil, but was unsure of the others... so, now... You made it easy... thanks
+Juanita Elizabeth Barton Hi Juanita, it is great to hear you do your own servicing, that is exactly how it should be! Good luck with your projects and drop us a line any time you need some help - all the best, Del & Penny!
Stumbled across your videos and look forward to watching them all! Very detailed and informative, just what I need as I usually service my own bikes and rely on the internet for hints and tips. Just bought my first Harley (2000 XL1200c custom) after 35 years of BMW ownership, last one being a K1200LT, so it appears that home servicing may be a tad easier!! Thank you for making the task so much easier - would not have bled the oil drain tube if I had not watched your video!
Hi Murray, good to hear from you mate, and im glad you've come over to the dark side, Harley's are very much easier to work on and live with than a BMW, im glad the videos can help you out, and good luck with the jobs you do on it....please feel free to drop me a line any time if you need an opinion of hint to get you over something you're stuck on... thanks for watching and taking the time to comment... all the best.. Del.
Giving this a shot today after work. Will have this video cued up during the process. I still need to pick up that manual though (instead of taking screenshots of the pages you're using, haha). Thanx again for all the great and highly detailed videos. Cheers!
Hi Byron... it applies to Sportsters and Softails because they have a drain tube... and they have a drain tube because they have an oil tank which you cannot access a drain plug on... but the Dyna motors are 'wet sump' and don't have an oil tank, the oil is contained within the sump of the motor and you drain it through a plug hole in the bottom of the crank case... in some ways I wish I had access to a Dyna to demonstrate this oil change as it is a different task, but still very simple, tc Del
Dear Del and Penny just started viewing your workshop videos and must say how good they are. I have ridden since I was 16.... Suzuki AP50.......and have a small collection of the bikes of my life all stored in my 'man cave'. Now 55 years old and retired I cannot wait to reignite my hands on home maintenance still made all the easier with your informative and smart thinking videos.......thank you! Jules of Ewell Village
Hi Jules, How nice to hear from you, And you sound like a Kindred spirit, i started my riding career about the same time as you on a Fizzy, those were the days aye, no social media, and no club attitudes, just fun times with yer mates.. We're glad the videos can help you out, always feel free to drop us a line if you need a tip or trick, always happy to lend a hand... Take care and have a great weekend.. D&Px
@@Moonfleet41 Top man, appreciate your prompt response. I have already started to share you CZcams videos with my many biking friends. As mentioned I will be embarking on my servicing plan from Sept on as the days draw in and supported by your very helpful videos. As I hopefully progress I will keep in touch and would be happy to support you as a patron in your ongoing efforts......great self enterprise which I really admire....keep it up!
Hi Julian, Great to hear you'll stay in touch, i'd love to hear how the projects go, and always feel free to drop us a line if you need a second opinion or get stuck.. have a great weekend and take care.. D&Px
Hi Del, just started to prep for my fat boy service but have already hit a 'road bump'. I have a bike lift which I rolled it on BUT with front wheel clamped and 2 ties hooked to handlebars I am concerned that there is too much wobble and given the weight I am wondering if there is a quick fix you could recommend. If I use a scissor jack it will obstruct my access to the drain plugs. Any feedback appreciated.
Good stuff mate, looks like we got the timing just right! You've got just enough time to get the oil and filter together and pick up a littler tray from the pet store lol! Good luck with it, please let holla if you get stuck! Del
Hi Andy, that would be nice mate, but I can't see the dealers being too happy about that when we all start doing it ourselves lol! Good luck with your service, drop us a line if you get stuck... Cheers, Del
I've seen so many of your videos and I can see you know what you're talking about. I'll be using your Sportster videos for my bike in the future!! Thank you for the vids!
Hi mate, top stuff, that is exactly why we load these videos and for no other reason, I'm also happy to guide you through and pitfalls if you get stuck... and if it looks as easy as pie, that's because it IS as easy as pie and you can do that! Honestly mate, it's just nuts and bolts and following a list... if you buy the manual there are even step by step instructions on 'how' to do each part, not just what parts to do! Good luck with it, let us know how you get on! Del
02:30 Tools Needed
07:30 draining oil
09:00 Cleaning Air Filter
11:45 Tire Pressure Check
12:25 Clutch Adjustment
18:00 Primary Chain Check
19:50 Belt Check
22:47 Throttle, Brake, and Clutch Controls Check
23:31 Fuel Lines and Fittings
24:55 Brake Fluid Check
26:49 Spark Plugs
29:00 Switches and Operation Check
29:33 Oil Plug and Oil Filter Change
23:16 Oil Change
He has more detailed videos on all of these topics on his channel. Like so other people can see it. Thanks.
Thankyou for making the list, that takes a long time, very much appreciated my friend. Del.
You didn't show how to adjust the primary chain.
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Delboy, I just bought my first Harley a 2008 sportster 1200 low after riding kawasaki's for many years. After watching many of your videos I have so much more confidence working on my Harley. You and Penny do such a wonderful job on these videos. Cheers from Wisconsin USA.
Thank you Ron, you're welcome, hope the videos can help you keep your lovely new Harley in top top condition... enjoy your new bike, and thanks for your kind comments, all the best, D&P!
Bigest money saver for all the folks that have a sportster, great job mate
"Be confident in your work." That's what I needed to hear before I set off to work on my bike. Never owned a bike or any power sport so this is all new to me and I keep rechecking everything I do.
Always be confident in what you do my friend, only weak and gutless people will knock and criticize you, and thats usually because they wish they could do it but don't have the confidence in themselves... like you say, double check everything and remember to enjoy it.. Good luck mate.. Del.
You’re awesome. Great teacher. Thank you sir!
Thank you. You are helping me out more than you would think.... your videos are actually helping my overall confidence. ... not just with my bike, but in life itself.
+Douglas Fuentes My word what a wonderful thing to say Douglas... and what an honour to have been able to inspire you in such a way... nothing is too hard in this life but there are many people, and circumstances, that slap us down and make us question ourselves... and sometimes all that's needed is a little self confidence and asking yourself 'how hard can it be, and what's the worst that can happen?'.... am so glad we can inspire you, thanks for your kind support and enjoy your bike, all the best Del & Penny!
Moonfleet41 I'll have to agree with this guy above. I knew getting into bikes, I'd need to learn more about maintenance. I always take my Corolla to the dealership, but I figured part of owning a bike is about taking care of her. Your videos are awesome my friend, I was never totally mechanically inclined like my dad and brothers, but this has helped me a lot. Thanks brother 🇺🇸🇬🇧
Thank so much for your kind words brother, it makes me proud when a biker can use the video we make, and keep their bike safe and on the road... there is so much more to owning a bike that just riding it... to take care of its needs and enhance its looks and performance makes the whole pride of ownership ten times better... Keep in touch and drop us a line if you need a tip or trick.. take care and keep your boots in the breeze... Del.
“Zen Buddhism and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” is one of my all time favorite books.
Mr. I know its an old video but it is still detailed with information and life saver in quarantine days. Thank you so much
Glad it was helpful!
Just bought my new to me sportster, first street bike after many years of dual sport. Your vid’s have been very helpful , being 62 years old .
Cheers. , Christopher
Hello Christopher, good to hear from you and we're glad to hear the videos can help you out! Thank you so much for your kind donation and support, it's much appreciated... enjoy your new bike!
You sir, are amazing! I just found your channel and am thoroughly impressed. My wife & I both ride XL1200N's and I love the satisfaction that comes from doing my own work on the bikes, but I'm a newbie to wrenching on them. Watched a few of your vids last night and you gave me the confidence I needed to tackle installing the forward controls that have been sitting in my garage for the last two weeks. Everything went smoothly and I'm very happy. I'll be due for my 5k service in a few weeks and, after watching this, I have no reservations about doing it myself. Keep up your great work! Thank you for sharing your experience with those of us who haven't been working on bikes for all our lives.
Hi Brian, good to hear from you my friend... ! I'm really glad you're taking on your own wrenching, it broadens the enjoyment of your bike and brings you closer to it in every way... riding along on a bike you have maintained and fixed yourself almost makes you understand the heartbeat of the machine as it purrs along underneath you... good luck with your 5k service, if you get any problems or hiccups, then feel free to drop us a line and we'll see if we can help! Ride safe both, all the best, Del & Penny
I wish you could do like x 10. lol
ur gonna love the 4wards! get to stretch out ur legs on a nice long ride.
Great video man, let help me to have a close idea about my new first Sportster.
Thanks.
This is so educational! I am paying £300+ for a 5K service which now seems like robbery! Please keep making these videos..you are helping others.
Thanks buddy, im glad the videos can help you... take some of that money saved, and invest it in good tools and equipment, you'll always be able to do your own work now..!
The best in-depth check video. Lots of details.
I've had a Sportster for 9 years, and for the first time, I have the confidence to do many of the maintenance tasks that I went to the dealer for. Thanks so much!
+Richard Treat Hi buddy, taht's great to hear, glad the videos can help you, good to do your own work, brings you closer to your bike as well as saving money, ride safe, Del
Just to let everyone know on the Sportster 48 the Torx size for the Derby Cover is a *T27* That's right, a T27,. a T25 or T30 would be too easy; everyone has one of those.
I,VE JUST COME BACK TO BIKES SINCE GIVING THEM UP TO HAVE A FAMILY WHEN I WAS 21 IAM NOW 49 AND I HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOU RECENTLY SO ITS A BIG THUMBS UP AND A MASIVE THANK YOU !!
Welcome back Anthony, it must feel good to be back on a bike again...and we're glad the videos can help you out... take care and enjoy your bike.. Del.
New Subscriber here. Just bought a used Sportster that was apparently 600 miles overdue for its 5k service (filthy oil, loose clutch cover n loose foot peg). I took ur advice n bought a HD service manual, n performed the 5k service (step-by-step per your video) 👍🏻. The clutch no longer slips either. You saved me a mint, and helped me justify purchasing more tools 😀. Thank you!
More money saved Cheers Dellboy & Penny. ;-)
in america they are hitting like $330us for service
Lots of dollars that there!
Very well my friend. Thank you for being so thorough!
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Thanks for all the clips mate. Have used a number of your clips for working on my sportster. Thumbs up!
This is the best how-to video I think I've ever seen. Excellent explanations on everything and very concise instructions. I don't even own a Sportster but thinking about getting an Iron 883.
bslate07 Thanks for your kind words buddy, it's important to show all the steps... good luck with your bike shopping, you'll enjoy the Iron no end!
Thank you for putting this on the web. Simple stuff that's very interesting. Cheers, Kevin.
Del, great video! I am new to the Harley world..owning other bikes in the past, and your advice is great. I'm riding a 2005 Fatboy and after watching your videos I'm ready to tackle the 5000 mile tune-up. Thanks again, and ride safe!
I watched your video re: installing new hand grips on Harley's , thank you so much for this information , I had gone to my Harley dealer and asked how to and was told that they just "CUT" the rubber , well I didn't to ruin the stock hand grips. Your advise in spraying WD 40 inside of the old grip did the trick in desolving the glue that had been applied. No problem installing the new grips. Thank you , keep these informative videos coming we all need them.
Good result Jose, im glad the video could help you save them.. you can keep them as spares if you ever need the, aye... Ride safe.. Del.
What can I say: Thank you so much for your great videos! They helped me so much with my Sporty! Please keep up your great work!! Thanks and greetings from Switzerland.
Excellent video, thanks for all the information and clarity!
5,000 mile service coming up on my Sportster and now I'm ready for it, Cheers!
Your videos contain some priceless information Del, especially for new riders like myself. You've saved me some future frustration and money. Appreciate it brother.
You are very welcome . You , Penny and your videos have truly given me the guts to take on some work on my bike . Being a new rider and have the love to work with my hands and with my father side by side your vides have made that easier and not so scary any more . I hope all the riches in the world come to you guys . Truly amazing as always . And i just want to thank you for taking the time and writing back to all of us and making the time to do the videos. Thank you Sir
Hi Ron, how cool to hear from you mate... southern California is such an iconic place to us, but so far away! I first started watching YT and followed Dan & Joe Bethel building hot rods,have since made loads of amazing friends around the world and it would be amazing to meet you,but with distance and time off it'll be a pipe dream at the moment...dead jealous having a Roadking and a 48, have gone through a few Harleys myself,but loving the Triumph!Ride safe both of you, thanks for your support!
Good job as usual Del. ... That owners manual was extremely valuable when I was building my bike last winter. Well worth the cost for sure!
Hello from across the pond in the USA. I am a sportster fan and appreciate this video. Thanks and cheers.
Thanks mate, glad it could help you, Del
Fantastic!!! Finally! Thanks Del - 5000miles sevice within 1500 miles on mine.
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it... Del
YOU are the MAN Delboy!!!! I just bought a 2011 Nightster :) and I am glued to your videos as mine only had 1067 miles at pickup, thats right, LESS than 1070 miles !!!! She is out of warranty and so I will be doing all the service all myself, good to have you along to guide me.
Thanks Ruben, Welcome to Harley ownership, you're gonna love your bike.. and im glad the videos can help you out.. . feel free to drop us a line if you need to... take care.. Del.
RubenAlonzo That’s a great deal! I just bought a 2017 Iron a month ago and it has nearly as much already.
Well done bro! That oil pump thing is a great thing to bring up. I have rebuilt several Truck motors. Always had to pack it with PreLube for exactly what you described.
Absolutely! Nothing like setting the mood for the job in hand... thanks mate, Del
Cheers Del, so well explained, such a great help. Thank you
Exceptional tutorial videos......No one has done it better.
Great job!!!!
Subscribed and liked.....
Very thorough and informative video.
About to change the oil myself on the Iron for the first time. Del Boy, Penny, your videos are a great help. Thank you.
Thanks Jon, glad it can help you... its good to do it yourself aye.?
Awesome video, Delboy! Thank you so much!
Great video, my friend. Thanks for this!
Cheers for the video, just bought the oil and filter and saved a small fortune thanks to this
Great videos, man. I've always had Japanese bikes. Just bought a Sportster, so the maintenance schedule and procedures, and the nuances and details of Harley ownership are something I now have to wrap my head around. I'm meticulous and detailed in maintaining my bikes, so your videos have been of exceptional educational value. Thanks!
Amazing tutorials really enjoy watching your vids.Cheers from SF, CA!
Hey buddy, thanks so much for your feedback, great to hear from you in such a cool place!
Great! I've been waiting for this one. my Sportster 72 is due for its 5k service. I've got the manual & figured I could do it. I just wanted to see you do it first, so I could get pointers to make it easy & quick, like priming the drain tube, didn't know that but now I do, thanks. It's on next week ends to do list.
Yess Delboy. Thank you so much for passing on the knowledge and saving your viewers hundreds of hard earned pounds. you're a star !!!
You sir are a scholar and a gentleman, can't tell you how much head scratching, time and money you have saved me with your perfectly put together, no BS videos. Thank you a thousand times over!
Hi Graham, thats very kind of you matey, thanks for the kind sentiment...we love to hear that the videos have been able to help people out, it makes all the hours in the garage worth it... good luck with your projects and ride safe... Del.
excellent review.. thanks for the help. (NE, USA)
Absolutely awesome! Great teaching cues for all parts of this service. Keep going Moonfleet41.
Kathy Morrison Thanks Kathy, glad it could help you... take care. Del.
Thank you so much for the very useful information! Your videos are amazing and you are a great guy for sharing your knowledge with us.
You too fella! Loving the Bandit btw! looking forward to seeing it progress.
Great tips Del, nice job and solid advice. I check my air filters by looking from the inside out with a bright light on the outside. If you can see the light through the filter it's OK. It doesn't hurt to put a small amount of anti-seize on the spark plug threads either. Penny you've got a nice clean bike!
Thanks mate, you are very kind! Been looking forward to doing this one and proud of Penny for racking up all that mileage in one season...
Thanks man, this was very helpful. Keep the great videos coming.
You're the best, Delboy. Harley should put you on TV or something! I'd watch it. I mean, they would never do that because you'd put their service centers out of businessssssss.
Thank you buddy, that's very kind of you to say..
Really enjoy your videos.Thank you
There's the reason why I love this channel over any other mechanics channels i've come across. I feel confident after seeing this video to do mine at the end of the year. The way you hold our hands through it, and detail each bit with clear instructions and no jargon nonsense means that average Joe McGumble here can go "Hang about, that sounds about as easy as pie! I can do that". Though I'll hold you soley responsible when I somehow set my bike on fire during the service haha, nice one mate!
Outstanding video. Especially the end of the video where you talk about making sure to get air out of the drain tube. Thank you so very much for this excellent video.
Gerald Clay Thank you Gerald, you are most kind, im glad the video has helped you out....its just common sense and following the manual... good luck with yours mate. all the best.. Del.
Thanks for the video, man! I just had the 1K mile service done to my 2016 HD Forty-Eight. Almost $400 USD. Parts cost me approximately $50 USD. The rest was all labor. I will definitely perform the 5K service myself. It's fairly simple and straightforward stuff. Keep up the great work!
Hey Dell. That "air bubble" explanation is worth it's weight in gold and will help lots of us. As always, thank you my Brother!
You're most welcome Brother, it's a simple thing, but can have such dire consequences, which is I guess why Harley put it in their service schedule as part of the procedure... ride safe and stay in touch!
Got it, I ordered the same part number manual from local HD dealer here in San Jose California. Appreciated..!
Thanx for showing. I have never owned a Sportster but will probably buy one this spring. Style, sound, parts and service by my self 😃 will be the main resons.
Great detail in this vid. really liked the detailed explanation around the oil pump and the need to prime the drain pipe. thanks for sharing!
Most Welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.
Brilliant video. Many thanks to you Delboy.
Most welcome Paul, glad it could help..
You are amazing brother, took my iron in for fear of voiding my warranty to do my 5k service 290 plus tax.. yikes. After figuring out as long as I save all my info that the service was done I'd be good I took my bike right back home. This video will get me through that service easy breezy. Your the man brother, Penny is amazing as well!
Glad to help buddy, it's a simple service with nothing taxing, hope it goes well for you.. Good luck. and thanks for the kind words brother..
Amazing video. You were thorough, clear, concise, and gave great tips. I was a little fearful of this 5k service on my 2015 iron 883, but now I am certain I can get the job done! Cheers
Thank you David, I'm glad you enjoyed the video and that it was able to help you out... good luck with it and drop us a line if you get stuck.!
I just did the 5K service on my 2010 Sportster XL following this video (and my service manual). Thanks Delboy!
+Mickey Lee Bukowski Excellent , we love to hear people have used the video... it's exactly why we loaded it up ... all the best buddy, now you can spend the money on Mrs Bukowski and win brownie points !
Subcribed!! great vid. I just picked up my iron last friday from the dealer. Much improved my knowledge base of the bike. cheers from Ottawa.
Well done that man your tips go a long way for confidence saving money and safe riding thank you !
Brilliant, brilliant job, thanks dell/penny, been waiting for this one for a while.
Well detailed and clearly explained, top marks. That was a great tip about draing the small amount of air out of the oil tube, didnt know that one..
Thanks for the time taken to do the video
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Spot on mate. I'm much obliged for your time and advice.
Glad it could help buddy... plenty more in the playlists and more to come!
Hi del & pen,we have 2 Harley's,so with your knowledge we were able to do our own services,thanks so much👍 Mike & Wendy
Hi Mike & Wendy - how lovely to hear from you, and so glad to know the videos have helped you out, and saved you a few pennies - whereabouts in the world are you?? All the very best, ride safe, Penstar! x
Thanks for the video, it really helped me. Most people just blab in their videos but when you speak, you actually say something important.
Exactly right Brett, there is a lot of old BS and snobbery about oils, most always think the more it costs and the more it's formulated for racing then the better it must be, which as you know, is so wrong... when people ask me should I put fully synth or semisynth in my Sportster I always like to answer by telling them it's like making the choice between Nike trainers or Adidas trainers for your Granny, neither will make her run any faster!
Thanks Kate, you are very kind... glad it worked for you... take care, Del
This is the third video I have watched about servicing an Iron 883. So far its the best, very helpful.
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Hi Robert, glad it could help you, take it easy step by step and nothing should give you any problems... good luck with it mate, Del
Thanks for the quick reply, I will get busy with the 5K servive and we will see where that gets me, thanks again, you have an art to make everything very attainable and empowering people, I knew the bike was due for a servive, but I didn't want to think about because I saw two things, one a black cloud with regard all that needed to be done which I didn't know, and second a very pricey bill from a shop to do it, but your video cleared the sky for me and am about to get busy this weekend now that I have a predicatable journey about what needs to be done as it was presented on your video.
Excellent tip for bleeding out the drain hose...thanks !
Delboy you give a lot of great info. I followed this clutch adjustment to a T on my 06 883r and the clutch feels great going down the road.
Thanks Alan, glad it worked for you mate, ride safe and enjoy your bike. Del.
hi del thank you so much for your videos I've just serviced my 07 sportster and I'll be watching your fork seal video next to replace mine on my every day kawasaki er 5 , once again thank you
Hi Peter, I am sorry to hear about your bike mate, it's heartbreaking just reading that let alone living through it, you must be sick... I guess as it seems so totalled you get to wash your hands of it and start again, my only hope now for you buddy is that the insurance co. step up, cough up quickly & get you past it asap on some new wheels & I know nothing can replace your old ride, but onward and upward I guess ... let us know how you get on, keep us posted, Del & Penny
THANK YOU. LOL, the instructions are in the manual, but I was afraid to start. Your video, took the fear... I love my bike, but don't have the money to pay what the dealerships ask for the services. I change the oil, but was unsure of the others... so, now... You made it easy... thanks
+Juanita Elizabeth Barton Hi Juanita, it is great to hear you do your own servicing, that is exactly how it should be! Good luck with your projects and drop us a line any time you need some help - all the best, Del & Penny!
Stumbled across your videos and look forward to watching them all! Very detailed and informative, just what I need as I usually service my own bikes and rely on the internet for hints and tips. Just bought my first Harley (2000 XL1200c custom) after 35 years of BMW ownership, last one being a K1200LT, so it appears that home servicing may be a tad easier!! Thank you for making the task so much easier - would not have bled the oil drain tube if I had not watched your video!
Hi Murray, good to hear from you mate, and im glad you've come over to the dark side, Harley's are very much easier to work on and live with than a BMW, im glad the videos can help you out, and good luck with the jobs you do on it....please feel free to drop me a line any time if you need an opinion of hint to get you over something you're stuck on... thanks for watching and taking the time to comment... all the best.. Del.
Giving this a shot today after work. Will have this video cued up during the process. I still need to pick up that manual though (instead of taking screenshots of the pages you're using, haha). Thanx again for all the great and highly detailed videos. Cheers!
Thanks Jon, hope it goes well, good luck with it !
Hi Byron... it applies to Sportsters and Softails because they have a drain tube... and they have a drain tube because they have an oil tank which you cannot access a drain plug on... but the Dyna motors are 'wet sump' and don't have an oil tank, the oil is contained within the sump of the motor and you drain it through a plug hole in the bottom of the crank case... in some ways I wish I had access to a Dyna to demonstrate this oil change as it is a different task, but still very simple, tc Del
Dear Del and Penny just started viewing your workshop videos and must say how good they are. I have ridden since I was 16.... Suzuki AP50.......and have a small collection of the bikes of my life all stored in my 'man cave'. Now 55 years old and retired I cannot wait to reignite my hands on home maintenance still made all the easier with your informative and smart thinking videos.......thank you! Jules of Ewell Village
Hi Jules, How nice to hear from you, And you sound like a Kindred spirit, i started my riding career about the same time as you on a Fizzy, those were the days aye, no social media, and no club attitudes, just fun times with yer mates.. We're glad the videos can help you out, always feel free to drop us a line if you need a tip or trick, always happy to lend a hand... Take care and have a great weekend.. D&Px
@@Moonfleet41 Top man, appreciate your prompt response. I have already started to share you CZcams videos with my many biking friends. As mentioned I will be embarking on my servicing plan from Sept on as the days draw in and supported by your very helpful videos. As I hopefully progress I will keep in touch and would be happy to support you as a patron in your ongoing efforts......great self enterprise which I really admire....keep it up!
Hi Julian, Great to hear you'll stay in touch, i'd love to hear how the projects go, and always feel free to drop us a line if you need a second opinion or get stuck.. have a great weekend and take care.. D&Px
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Hi Del, just started to prep for my fat boy service but have already hit a 'road bump'. I have a bike lift which I rolled it on BUT with front wheel clamped and 2 ties hooked to handlebars I am concerned that there is too much wobble and given the weight I am wondering if there is a quick fix you could recommend. If I use a scissor jack it will obstruct my access to the drain plugs. Any feedback appreciated.
Great video!! nice tip about the oil drain line and the air gap!! wow rather important safety tip to not roast your motor!!!!!!! much thanks!!!!
Thanks Jef....simple tip aye, and makes all the difference. ride safe mate.. Del.
Good stuff mate, looks like we got the timing just right! You've got just enough time to get the oil and filter together and pick up a littler tray from the pet store lol! Good luck with it, please let holla if you get stuck! Del
You are amazing any time! Thank u so much again👏🏼
Thank you very much for this excellent instruction video!
Hello, i want to say , Thank you - from germany. This 8000 km Inspection costs 250€ here. But ive learn a lot from your videos
You are most welcome my friend, glad it helped you, even if it's no so expensive, it's always nice to do it yourself aye ?!
Good video mate you should have your own show! Thanks for your time and effort. Will help me with my next service.
Hi Andy, that would be nice mate, but I can't see the dealers being too happy about that when we all start doing it ourselves lol! Good luck with your service, drop us a line if you get stuck... Cheers, Del
cheers Ted, glad you like the videos as ever mate... take care.. Del.
I've seen so many of your videos and I can see you know what you're talking about. I'll be using your Sportster videos for my bike in the future!! Thank you for the vids!
+C Donner Thank you for your kind sentiment, im no 'Master Tech' but the basic stuff is all you need for simple servicing.. thanks for watching, Del.
Amazing great content. Congratulations!
Good video, you are clear and concise
Hi mate, top stuff, that is exactly why we load these videos and for no other reason, I'm also happy to guide you through and pitfalls if you get stuck... and if it looks as easy as pie, that's because it IS as easy as pie and you can do that! Honestly mate, it's just nuts and bolts and following a list... if you buy the manual there are even step by step instructions on 'how' to do each part, not just what parts to do! Good luck with it, let us know how you get on! Del