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Steeltown
11-08-2004, 10:03
Hi Guys,

I am intersested in learning more about the actual mechanics of the Harley Davidson, not as profession, but just so I can tinker with the bike without having to always have someone tell me how to fix it, or modify something.

If you know of any resources (web sites, books etc) I would greatly appreciate it!!!
Dyna Jim
11-08-2004, 10:09
Hi Guys,

I am intersested in learning more about the actual mechanics of the Harley Davidson, not as profession, but just so I can tinker with the bike without having to always have someone tell me how to fix it, or modify something.

If you know of any resources (web sites, books etc) I would greatly appreciate it!!!

Steeltown,

A Harley Service manual is chocked full of the information your looking for. Pick one up at your local dealer, and read it cover to cover.
DJ
Steeltown
11-08-2004, 10:25
Steeltown,

A Harley Service manual is chocked full of the information your looking for. Pick one up at your local dealer, and read it cover to cover.
DJ

I have one...and yes their is a wealth of info in there, but I'm talking more of "how to's" I mean if I wanted to change the Jet system, or tinker with the carborator??
Mabey I'm not being clear, or I just don't know, what I don't know!!!

I go through the service manual on almost a daily basis, but it just seams as though I am missing the foundation.

Capiche??
KBOlsen
11-08-2004, 10:31
A parts manual for your bike might be helpful too, with the exploded diagrams and such.

Don't be afraid to tinker!
Dyna Jim
11-08-2004, 10:40
Here's a book that has tons of helpfull hints on tearing down and rebuilding your HD. http://www.cyclespot.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=CC440357&Category_Code=

Here's some easy rider books with tips and trick as well: http://www.cyclespot.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=CC26826&Category_Code=

http://www.cyclespot.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=CC26831&Category_Code=

http://www.cyclespot.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=CC26832&Category_Code=

http://www.cyclespot.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=CC26827&Category_Code=

Book #4 is the latest edition, however I'm not sure how much TC88 information is in it.
I hope this helps.
DJ
Steeltown
11-08-2004, 10:41
Awesome...Thanks