More Than An Oil Change
When you bring your bike in for maintenance, you are going to leave with so much more. The St. Louis Harley-Davidson® Service Department takes the time to check a list of items when a bike undergoes routine service. When so much is riding on the health of your bike, why risk anything less than the best? Let us care for your bike the way it deserves so it can be a well-oiled machine out on the road!
What Are Some Of The Items We Look At?
- Replace engine oil, filter, and drain plug O-ring. Torque drain plug to proper specification. Ensure proper oil level at operating temperature.
- Check operation of all electrical equipment, lighting and controls.
- Inspect front and rear tire tread depth and air pressure. Check tightness of all spokes (if equipped).
- Inspect fluid level of front brake and clutch reservoirs. Check torque of cover screws.
- Check torque of switch housing screws, clutch lever handlebar clamp screws, and master cylinder handlebar screws.
- Check engine coolant freeze point and inspect for leaks. Clean radiators.
- Drain and replace primary chaincase lubricant and drain plug O-ring.
- Drain and replace transmission lubricant and drain plug O-ring.
- Inspect oil, brake, and fuel lines and fittings for leaks, contact or abrasions.
- Inspect rear brake reservoir for proper level. Check torque of cover screws.
- Inspect front brake pads and discs. Ensure pad thickness is within specification.
- Inspect rear brake pads and discs. Ensure pad thickness is within specification.
- Inspect torque of front and rear axle nut.
- Inspect and lubricate jiffy stand.
- Lubricate clutch cable. Ensure proper cable adjustment and hand lever free play.
- Check, adjust and lubricate brake and clutch controls.
- Inspect and adjust drive belt. Inspect wheel sprocket.
- Inspect exhaust system for leaks, cracks, and loose or missing fasteners or exhaust shields.
- Check battery, clean connections and torque terminal screws.
- Lubricate the fuel door, hinge, and latch.
- Check for open recalls, product campaigns, trouble codes, and engine management system updates.
- Flush brake and clutch systems and replace DOT 4 brake and clutch fluids every 2 years.
- Road test. Verify component and system functions.
Regular maintenance will keep your H-D® motorcycle operating at peak performance. Doc's Service team is trained to service your bike with factory approved methods and equipment, assuring you of competent and thorough workmanship.