Turned a wrench on a Harley

cactusjack · 02-05-2010, 10:15 AM

Last night, I helped a buddy install a Dobeck TFI on his 2006 Road Glide. We spent 4 hours on a project that I could have done in 20 minutes on a Nomad.

There is no unused space behind the side covers. The frame "backbone" of the RG leaves virtually no room for running wires. It was just plain difficult to work on. Plus, the fuel tank is split into two chambers, with a hose running between nipples on each side of the tank. In order to completely remove the tank, you'd have to remove this hose, which is secured with crimped hose clamps. In other words, you'd have to sacrifice the clamps to get the hose off and remove the tank. There was limited clearance to raise the tank.

I was surprised. I figured there would be some working room on a Harley. It turned out to not be the case.

We did eventually get it installed, and at 10:00PM, he was in his driveway, revving the thing up to adjust the pots. I'm glad he isn't my neighbor.

phenrichs · 02-05-2010, 10:28 AM

Ah another fine example of the generosity of KawaNOW. Helping the less fortunate.
Good for you CJ. Working on a harley can really make you appreciate your nomad, huh.
I helped a friend change oil on his 78 HD. Reminded me why I bought my Nomad.

1600bluekaw · 02-05-2010, 10:30 AM

Nomad wrenches do not fit Harley parts & vise versa, also Harley tools are always greasy & dirty because they are always being used.

**Cajunrider** · 02-05-2010, 10:51 AM

All of this abuse Greg!

cactusjack · 02-05-2010, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1600bluekaw

Nomad wrenches do not fit Harley parts & vise versa, also Harley tools are always greasy & dirty because they are always being used.

Haha, the battery terminal bolts on the HD were 10mm hex. You should have heard my buddy bitch and whine about metric fasteners on a Harley.

**Jared** · 02-05-2010, 11:12 AM

One of the best things about the nomad is how easy is to wrench on.

1600bluekaw · 02-05-2010, 11:38 AM

or do not need wrenching yes you are correct they are easy to work on

timebandit · 02-05-2010, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OP

Ah another fine example of the generosity of KawaNOW. Helping the less fortunate.

'Less fortunate"

Got to remember that one when I wrench on the HD next time

**glwilson** · 02-05-2010, 10:53 PM

Oh come on CJ...

...to technical for ya?

02-05-2010, 10:15 AM	#1
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Turned a wrench on a Harley Last night, I helped a buddy install a Dobeck TFI on his 2006 Road Glide. We spent 4 hours on a project that I could have done in 20 minutes on a Nomad. There is no unused space behind the side covers. The frame "backbone" of the RG leaves virtually no room for running wires. It was just plain difficult to work on. Plus, the fuel tank is split into two chambers, with a hose running between nipples on each side of the tank. In order to completely remove the tank, you'd have to remove this hose, which is secured with crimped hose clamps. In other words, you'd have to sacrifice the clamps to get the hose off and remove the tank. There was limited clearance to raise the tank. I was surprised. I figured there would be some working room on a Harley. It turned out to not be the case. We did eventually get it installed, and at 10:00PM, he was in his driveway, revving the thing up to adjust the pots. I'm glad he isn't my neighbor. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17 Login or Register to Remove Ads
	0

02-05-2010, 10:28 AM	#2
phenrichs Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 2,498	Turned a wrench on a Harley Ah another fine example of the generosity of KawaNOW. Helping the less fortunate. Good for you CJ. Working on a harley can really make you appreciate your nomad, huh. I helped a friend change oil on his 78 HD. Reminded me why I bought my Nomad.
	0

02-05-2010, 10:30 AM	#3
1600bluekaw Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Columbus, IN Posts: 256	Turned a wrench on a Harley Nomad wrenches do not fit Harley parts & vise versa, also Harley tools are always greasy & dirty because they are always being used. __________________ Making a new memory every day.
	0

02-05-2010, 10:51 AM	#4
Cajunrider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: (SE Louisiana) Posts: 8,340	Turned a wrench on a Harley All of this abuse Greg! __________________ 2016 Electra Glide Ultra Limited CVO Palladium Silver / Phantom Blue 110 cu in SE 2012 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Traded 6/22/16) Tequila Sunrise / HD Orange Vance & Hines true dual headers Rinehart 4" slip ons Screamin Eagle Super Tuner Screamin Eagle Stage 1 intake Dyno tuned H.O.G.# 4514015 2007 Nomad 1600 (Traded 6/23/12) VBA #482
	0

02-05-2010, 11:12 AM	#6
Jared Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greeley, Colorado Posts: 6,772	Turned a wrench on a Harley One of the best things about the nomad is how easy is to wrench on. __________________ Jared VBA #1051 (Former President)
	0

02-05-2010, 11:38 AM	#7
1600bluekaw Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Columbus, IN Posts: 256	Turned a wrench on a Harley or do not need wrenching yes you are correct they are easy to work on __________________ Making a new memory every day.
	0

02-05-2010, 10:53 PM	#9
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Turned a wrench on a Harley Oh come on CJ... ...to technical for ya? __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
	0

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Using a torque wrench.	Dave	Off-Topic	17	07-11-2011 12:55 PM
A WOMAN WHO JUST TURNED 47	rooster1	Lighter Side/Jokes	4	10-23-2009 11:56 PM
Any Suggestions??? Torque wrench	flash105	1500 & 1600 Nomad	14	10-08-2009 02:21 PM
NOT a Wrench Party	jmilucky	SouthEast Group	42	09-30-2009 07:14 AM
What size wrench		1500 & 1600 Nomad	8	02-12-2008 09:33 PM