I do almost all my maintenance myself because I enjoy the time with the bikes.I have 3. To me it's part of the bike ownership enjoyment. I own the proper tools and shop manuals. I know not everyone enjoys this aspect of motorcycles but for me it is rewarding. That's why I enjoy your channel and yes the do's and don't is great.I would love more. I would love to see more on the little mechanics tricks too, like you did in the past. Thanks Doc!
Totally agree and add some more accolades to your show & its presentation. A detail wash of your bike is a great way to discover that loose wire connection, the missing bolt or a nefereous leaking gasket when you least expect it, usually on a run when you can least afford the time to tend to it. Keep up the info-vestment, besides fresh oil its about the least expensive guaranteed resource for a schmick ride.Rubber to the road.
Keep em coming Doc I am always up for learning new things and different ways of fixing the bike I love. For me, doing my own bike work is part of the whole experience and frankly, Im a poor boy and can't always afford to farm it out.
Doc........thank you, thank you, thank you for the drain plug sealant advice !!!!!!!! I didn't realize I've been missing so important for so many years. Please keep up with the Do's and Dont's
Never use pipe dope on drain plugs myself. The 0-ring is what does the sealing. Also, the factory service manual makes no mention of using sealant on the drain plug threads. Finally, torque specs for drain plugs are for DRY threads, use the same torque on a plug with sealant on the threads and you will over-tighten the plug.
Good advice. Though a PROPERLY installed worm clamp is as good as the crimp clamp. Most people set the worm clamp way too tight, which damages the hose and causes leaks. The clamp should only keep the hose tight enough to not move, not have rubber poking out through the slots. And by not move I don't mean gorilla handing the hose to check.
Years ago I had a fuel line pop off inside the tank of my 04 Road King due to previous owner using safety wire instead of a clamp on line to fuel pump. No fun breaking down due to someone being cheap.
Love these do’s and dont’s…..how about one specifically for Sportsters 2011 on , like me they’re gettin to that age where a trip to the doc needs to be avoided if at all possible. 🍻 cheers.
Please keep these do's and dont's videos coming. I enjoy watching them and even learn 1 or 2 things along the way. Knowledge is power and we all want more power..... don't we?
Stellar idea, the more we can learn the better. I just started as a Jr. Tech for Harley Davidson, not too long ago. The more I can learn to become a better tech, the better we can service bikes and have happy customers!
Doc Harley.. Love the Do's and Don'ts videos. Never understood why people will spends thousands on a a vehicle and the cheap out when it comes to replacing simple parts or they reuse old parts.
Keep them coming, people do not know how to read manuals anymore , or I should say take the time ! People want instant gratification now days , when you spend the money on a nice bike , do it the right way , thanks for sharing
A dab of dielectric grease on those exhaust bushings when you install them does wonders for making it easier to get them back on as well as it won't decay the rubber.
I always thought the pipe thread sealant was for the old plugs without o-rings. I haven't used it yet. I'll get some for the next service cause I trust your advice.
This is very educational thank you for making this. I'm going to get a sportster some time this year and I want to my own work like how I work on my truck.
Excellent tips Doc, especially the hose clamps. If I may Sir, Harleys will absolutely vibrate battery cables/terminals loose, and you're right, no loctite. The best remedy is star washers. They're available in both internal and external stars, either works fine. Much better than conventional lock washers for the battery cables. Excellent video Doc !!!!
I do almost all my maintenance myself because I enjoy the time with the bikes.I have 3. To me it's part of the bike ownership enjoyment. I own the proper tools and shop manuals. I know not everyone enjoys this aspect of motorcycles but for me it is rewarding. That's why I enjoy your channel and yes the do's and don't is great.I would love more. I would love to see more on the little mechanics tricks too, like you did in the past. Thanks Doc!
Totally agree and add some more accolades to your show & its presentation. A detail wash of your bike is a great way to discover that loose wire connection, the missing bolt or a nefereous leaking gasket when you least expect it, usually on a run when you can least afford the time to tend to it. Keep up the info-vestment, besides fresh oil its about the least expensive guaranteed resource for a schmick ride.Rubber to the road.
LOL, I loved the loctite on the battery bolts. Never heard that one before.
Keep em coming Doc I am always up for learning new things and different ways of fixing the bike I love. For me, doing my own bike work is part of the whole experience and frankly, Im a poor boy and can't always afford to farm it out.
Thanks for this comment...Doc
Yes I second this..keep them coming
Agree keep them coming
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson doc Harley . I have a 2019 street glide tic when start up goes away when warm ! Cold that be oil or a defect ? 24000 mi
Please keep them coming !!! At 75 years young my old bones don't work as they used to and any helpful hints is greatly appreciated. Thanks Doc.
Great idea. These kind of videos can be a huge help to the average DIY home mechanic. Great work Doc.
Nothing like listening to someone with intelligence and experience, one of my go to channels!
Thank you for your support….Doc
Love the dos and don'ts. Yes, do more please! 👍
Doc........thank you, thank you, thank you for the drain plug sealant advice !!!!!!!! I didn't realize I've been missing so important for so many years. Please keep up with the Do's and Dont's
Never use pipe dope on drain plugs myself. The 0-ring is what does the sealing. Also, the factory service manual makes no mention of using sealant on the drain plug threads. Finally, torque specs for drain plugs are for DRY threads, use the same torque on a plug with sealant on the threads and you will over-tighten the plug.
Yes please keep the do's and don'ts going Doc and thank you sir!
Good advice. Though a PROPERLY installed worm clamp is as good as the crimp clamp. Most people set the worm clamp way too tight, which damages the hose and causes leaks. The clamp should only keep the hose tight enough to not move, not have rubber poking out through the slots. And by not move I don't mean gorilla handing the hose to check.
Thanks Doc your videos helps me out big-time keep em coming thanks doc 👍
Thank you, Doc,bit late seeing this. Really appreciate the brains- trust @ Low Country Harley.
0:29 100% facts...Those are NOT designed for high vibration powertrains and frame jarring environments.
Do's and don't are great. The more the merrier.
Thank you for what you do and provide for us all
Please do more of these videos. They are very helpful.
Thank you.
Keep these coming. I enjoy learning how to do things the correct way. lol
Really useful tips there Doc. Please more Do and Don't content. Thanks again Doc.
Good video, always good to hear a reminder of this. Sometimes we hurry or I just get lazy.
Excellent list. Please do some more!
Love this idea of Do’s and Don’ts
Maybe break it down by bike and common DIY things that most HD owner’s do
Years ago I had a fuel line pop off inside the tank of my 04 Road King due to previous owner using safety wire instead of a clamp on line to fuel pump. No fun breaking down due to someone being cheap.
Thanks, doc. I’d love to see more dos and don’ts.
Please keep coming with more dos and don'ts. Like others said, like learning new stuff as it pertains to my motorcycle and others
Thank you for these dos and don't. Keep them coming please.
Great tips - please do more of these!
Thank you for the Info. I'm a novice and all this info is greatly appreciated
I like all your videos because they are always informative, but the does and don’ts is awesome.
Great advice!
Thanks Neal....Doc
Love these do’s and dont’s…..how about one specifically for Sportsters 2011 on , like me they’re gettin to that age where a trip to the doc needs to be avoided if at all possible. 🍻 cheers.
I saw what you did there Ken.....Doc
We can listen to your dos and donts for eternity! Thanks Doc.
That's a lot longer than my wife will listen.....Doc
Please keep these do's and dont's videos coming. I enjoy watching them and even learn 1 or 2 things along the way. Knowledge is power and we all want more power.....
don't we?
Thanks for your post Rudy....Doc
Don't stop Doc, keep your tips coming, your advice has helped me on quite a few things,have a great weekend an be safe out there
Love you Doc.
Bring the old theme introductory song back
Stellar idea, the more we can learn the better. I just started as a Jr. Tech for Harley Davidson, not too long ago. The more I can learn to become a better tech, the better we can service bikes and have happy customers!
Thanks Doc, keep the do’s and don’ts coming!
Doc Harley.. Love the Do's and Don'ts videos. Never understood why people will spends thousands on a a vehicle and the cheap out when it comes to replacing simple parts or they reuse old parts.
Good video Doc I enjoyed it
I was a truck mechanic for 50 years so I know all about what you are talking about especially the wire connections
I am sure you could fill a video with do and dont....Doc
Do's and don'ts from someone with your experience are always welcome.
I really appreciate videos like this. Keep them coming, and thanks for the great content
Great video, thanks for all your help, do's and don'ts, great idea
Hopefully the start of a new series of videos. Do’s and Don’ts are extremely helpful coming from a master dealer tech.
Everyone of your videos and hints or tips has helped me, or many other Harley owners!! So please keep them coming!
Thank you Michael for this positive feedback....Doc
Keep them coming, people do not know how to read manuals anymore , or I should say take the time ! People want instant gratification now days , when you spend the money on a nice bike , do it the right way , thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching and support…Doc
Nothing better than the do’s and don’t from the Doc Harley keep them coming!
A DO and a DON'T sure beats maybe's and well, sometimes, etc. Thanks for all the knowledgeable help.
Love the ideas of do's and don'ts. More of us can use any if not all your tips. Thanx Doc
Thanks Gordon....Doc
Thanks Doc, when you're right you're right. As always!
Always learning with Doc.
A dab of dielectric grease on those exhaust bushings when you install them does wonders for making it easier to get them back on as well as it won't decay the rubber.
Great tip....Doc
Thanks Doc for the free lessons 👊🏽
Thank you for your tips and support.. and keep on do’s and dont..
Love these "Dos and don'ts." Short and sweet.
Glad you like it.....Doc
Great as always thank you.
I always thought the pipe thread sealant was for the old plugs without o-rings. I haven't used it yet. I'll get some for the next service cause I trust your advice.
Hey Doc, you saved me from doing a don't to my fueling system.... Thanks!!! Do more of these!!
Glad to help...Doc
Keep them coming. I’ve learned a lot from your videos.
Thank you for your time and feedback...Doc
Thanks Doc! From a first time Harley owner. As simple as it is, this video is very informative, please, please, please do more.
Thanks for all you do.
Thanks Doc. Much appreciated.
Really good quick hitting info Doc. Keep 'em coming.
Enjoyed hearing this
Excellent, really worthwhile.
Great vid. Very helpful.
This is very educational thank you for making this. I'm going to get a sportster some time this year and I want to my own work like how I work on my truck.
Hoping all your dreams come true…Doc
Yes, do appreciate any and all tips.
Love it! Thank you
Thanks for another helpful video
Yes keep up the great info.
Please do more do’s and dont’s!
Great video! Thanks!
thank you, great tips
Great info thanks
Thanks for the info Doc.
Great information
keep um coming doc. TKS.
Thanks Doc!
Very helpful tips, thanks Doc, greetings from Germany
Ya Please keep them coming Doc!
Excellent tips.
Great video keep the tips coming
Great idea. Keep ‘um coming!
Love it! Please do more!
Great idea keep them coming doc
Keep them coming Doc! Thanks for your advise!
Thank ya Doc! Keep the info flowing!
great idea ..... keep them coming
You are the best, thanks for your time.
great advice Doc!!
Good info thanks
Thanks once again, please keep them coming
I love these do's and don'ts thank you
Great idea and keep them coming.
Excellent tips Doc, especially the hose clamps. If I may Sir, Harleys will absolutely vibrate battery cables/terminals loose, and you're right, no loctite. The best remedy is star washers. They're available in both internal and external stars, either works fine. Much better than conventional lock washers for the battery cables.
Excellent video Doc !!!!
I like your tech tip.....Doc
Always appreciated Doc
Yes, please keep them coming. Great idea.
Good stuff. Keep em coming.
Love it keep em coming!
Great advice
Good stuff Doc - more please
Definitely keep em coming Doc
Hell yeah. More please cause you don't know what you don't know.
Yes! More dos and donts please