First dealer service

[DAYTONA BLUE]

Does dealer really do what they say on first service ?
Can i do it myself, its a lot cheaper for sure.i have always
serviced my on bikes.

 

[TomA]

They are supposed to do a lot of checking and make sure everything is tight. Also gets you into the Harley system for warranty issues. It's not cheap for sure but going forward nothing for a motorcycle is lol.

 

[Spazz]

If you do it and there is a problem later on... you may have a hard time getting them to cover it. Get the 1K service to get you in the system and go from there..... worth it if you have a problem later on.

 

[kosi]

What do you mean "in the system"? In that dealers system or registered with harley? I ask because I bought my bike from a distant dealer and will not be taking it there for service. But could to the local dealer if need be.
On my last bike I did all my own service and used Amsoil from day one. What is the favorite oil for the touring bikes?

 

[Mojo]

Does dealer really do what they say on first service ?
Can i do it myself, its a lot cheaper for sure.i have always
serviced my on bikes.

Question A; Some do, some don't
Question B; Yes you can, it's fun and saves a boatload of $$$!
(You'll also know it was done right!)

 

[Spazz]

What do you mean "in the system"? In that dealers system or registered with harley? I ask because I bought my bike from a distant dealer and will not be taking it there for service. But could to the local dealer if need be.
On my last bike I did all my own service and used Amsoil from day one. What is the favorite oil for the touring bikes?

'In the system' for HD... not the dealer.....

 

[CousinKAP]

I'm not sure about this "in their system" argument. but I do understand the concern of getting jerked around. I decided to use an indy for my 1k. I dont know why but I don't trust the dealership. I prefer to have a relationship with the mechanic working on my bike. I dont want bob, then joe then hank then sal to work on my bike. Turnover is too high at some of these places. I guess I'm hoping for the company to stand by their product if something goes wrong.

 

[speed4tu]

I did mime myself. Something goes wrong warranty has to cover it anyway as long as it's not neglect. Didn't wanna pay 400 for some grease boy to change my oil.


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[Mojo]

My dealer gives Priority service if you bought your new bike there. Its called the MVP program with guaranteed 1 day service and 15% discount on parts/clothes. Still, I do my own fluid changes and all other items listed in the 1k, 5k, service bulletins.

 

[wildchld]

My dealer gives Priority service if you bought your new bike there. Its called the MVP program with guaranteed 1 day service and 15% discount on parts/clothes. Still, I do my own fluid changes and all other items listed in the 1k, 5k, service bulletins.

My dealer has them same program. But still do my own as I like to know stuff was put on correctly and with thread locker as almost every screw & bolt so far hasn't had any.
Just keep a log and receipts for warranty.


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[Bluebowtie]

I did mime myself. Something goes wrong warranty has to cover it anyway as long as it's not neglect. Didn't wanna pay 400 for some grease boy to change my oil.


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My 1K service cost me 200.


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[speed4tu]

My 1K service cost me 200.


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That's not bad at all. I might would have done that one for sure


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[Bluebowtie]

That's not bad at all. I might would have done that one for sure


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Yah I could have done it myself but considering I'm still green horn I figured its a good idea to pay them.


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