DIY How To Change A Tire On A Harley Davidson Motorcycle

Changing a tire on a Harley Davidson motorcycle is one of the most common DIY automotive projects. Motorcyclists love to save money and do the work themselves whether it is big repairs and upgrades or even small maintenance projects.

DIY: How to change a harley davidson motorcycle tire from Demon’s Cycle

So how does the do it yourself craftsman change a tire on a Harley Davidson motorcycle? First you need to make sure you have the right tools.

• Valve Core
• Tire Iron
• Bead Breaker
• Air Pump
• Silicone Lubricant (Spray)
• Breezer Tire Tool

Step 1:

Using the valve core begin to let the remaining air out of the tire.

Step 2:

Use the bead breaker to break the seal of the tire and the rim. Gently insert the breaker between the tire and the rim to force a wedge until you hear a POP indicating the seal is broken. Then begin to separate the tire from the rim without doing any damage.

Step 3:

Lubricate the tire with the spray so that you have less resistance as you begin to remove it from the wheel. The silicone spray should be sprayed on the tire bead so that you can easily remove the tire with the tire iron.

Step 4:

As you go to put the new tire on make sure that you thoroughly lubricate the inner walls to allow for easier fitting. Then line it up with the wheel so that the valve stem is in the right location.

Step 5:

Simply reverse the process of what you did before. Using the tire iron, push the tire into the rim until it is in all the way around. Then you want to fill it up with air but not all the way. Take the breezer tool and rotate the bead into the edges of the rim so that you have a firm grip all around. Again make sure you aren't forcing anything and you do not cause damage to the rim.

Then slowly fill the tire up with air until it is at the right level. Listen closely for any leaks and if everything sounds good put the wheel back on your Harley and take it for a short test ride. Then check the air pressure and if everything has remained the same you can take it out for a longer ride. Then test it one more time and if everything looks good you know that you are good to go.

It may seem like a little bit of work just to change a motorcycle tire on your Harley Davidson but remember the main motivation for a DIY project is to save money. That's your real goal, to save money and accomplish something on your own. That's what makes do it yourself projects fun.

Do It Yourself Harley Davidson Motorcycle Repairs Tips

When it comes to a DIY project on a Harley Davidson motorcycle you will certainly have your work cut out for you. There are so many common repair jobs needed to be done on a Harley and it only makes sense, if you have the knowledge and experience, to do the work yourself to try and save as much money as possible. It even gets better if you have a custom bike because that means you can be more creative with the project but you also want to be careful of making some very common do it yourself repair mistakes. Here are some tips to help:

1.       Are you upgrading or just making repairs: It’s a big question to ask yourself when you are starting any do it yourself project because if you are just making repairs to your Harley Davidson motorcycle you then just need to find replacement parts. However, if you are making upgrades, especially with custom parts that becomes a completely different situation and is one of the big reasons why you need to have a game plan on what you want to do with your bike.

2.       Always measure: Never go off of measurements you think you had. Even if you knew the exact size of the gas tank or handlebars you are replacing make sure you measure once more just to be sure. The last thing you want to do is order a set of 14 inch ape hanger handlebars and put them on your bike to only find out that you really wanted a set of 16 inch ones.

3.       Install and then get painted: Again because you are trying to get done with the DIY motorcycle repair work quickly you may skip a couple of steps to save time. One of those steps is installing a custom Harley part on your bike to make sure it fits and then shipping it to the painters. That’s a big mistake; never skip this step because if you have the wrong measurements or the part doesn’t fit the right way and you send it off to the painter before you installed it to make sure it works you can’t return it.

Just because you are in the midst of a do it yourself motorcycle repair project doesn’t mean you have to rush it. Yes doing the work yourself will save you money but also remember that any mistakes or delays will cost you money as well. Be smart, be patient and make sure that you are getting the right custom Harley Davidson parts that you need in order to have this DIY motorcycle repair project run as smoothly as possible. The last thing you want to do is take shortcuts that will cost you time and money.

Important Tips Before Starting Your Custom Build

Tips to follow before starting your custom Harley Davidson build

Planning a custom Harley Davidson build? It’s an awesome do it yourself project to take on but you have to put together a plan before you even get started. It doesn’t matter if you are doing a custom build for your own bike or to sell it if you do not follow these simple but important tips you may run into some problems throughout the build, problems which could have easily been avoided.

1.       Bit by bit: One thing bike builders love to do is visualize how they think their custom Harley Davidson motorcycle is going to look when it is done. Often times you get overeager and you want to buy all the custom parts at once so you can build the bike as fast as possible. The problem is that as you get started your ideas may change and even the slightest change could make a part you bought useless. What if your original idea called for ape hanger handlebars on the bike and now you feel that it would look better with T-bars? That’s why you need to get the parts as you are ready for them and as the building process unfolds.

2.       Custom doesn’t mean expensive: Just because you are working on a DIY custom build doesn’t mean you have to spend $50,000 on Harley Davidson parts. You can put together an awesome bike and not have it cost an arm and a leg. When you shop online you get a great selection of custom parts but they are available at a much lower price than you can find anywhere local.

3.       Assemble then paint: The FIRST RULE when putting a DIY motorcycle together is that you assemble it first, then you break it down, get it painted and then put it back together. The biggest problem Harley Davidson owners have when building a motorcycle is that they send stuff off to the painters before they put it together and when they get everything they realize that some stuff doesn’t fit or simply has to be worked on before sent to the painter. Either way Harley builders are notorious for making this mistake and you want to avoid it.

12 tips and parts you need to be aware of to save money during a custom motorcycle build from Demon’s Cycle

Remember that when you are putting together a do it yourself Harley Davidson you are using your creativity but there are some things you just can’t do. It’s always smart to talk to the store you are ordering custom parts from to double check and make sure they are compatible with the bike you are trying to create. If you are off even by a little in size it will cause delays and cost you more money, something you would like to avoid if possible. There will be enough challenges to put this motorcycle together but if you can avoid these common mistakes you can build an awesome custom Harley Davidson motorcycle at an affordable price and in your planned time frame.

The Demon’s Cycle Do It Yourself Clearance Sale of Custom Harley Davidson Parts

There is nothing like being a DIY type of person. Getting the job done yourself, making repairs, building new things and the best part is the sense of accomplishment you get when the job is done. Harley Davidson owners know all about do it yourself as many of them make repairs on their motorcycles rather than sending it to a local bike shop. It’s not just about saving money, it’s about working on your own bike and making the repairs or upgrades you want. That’s what makes it truly custom.

In the spirit of DIY and because a lot of repair and upgrade work is done on motorcycles during the winter, Demon’s Cycle is having a do it yourself clearance sale on all custom Harley Davidson parts; specifically:

1.       Handlebars: One of the simplest changes the DIY Harley owner will take on. It doesn’t matter if you own a softail, bagger or sportster, changing your handlebars are a common thing and you may stick with what you have and just upgrade or you may want to make a big change from T-bars to ape hangers or vice versa. It really doesn’t matter; Demon’s Cycle has the best selection of softail handlebars and bars for every other Harley you can think of.

2.       Wheels and rims: Another favorite among the Do It Yourself Harley Davidson Owners. You can now find a great selection of custom wheels and rims for baggers, sportsters and softails in chrome or black, 40, 48, 60 and 80 spoke.

3.       Headlights: Plenty of design options and all have been marked down so that you can get what you want for a great price, some for as low as $39.

4.       Gas tanks: Looking for a stretched gas tank for your sportster? Why not get a great deal on the tank before you start doing the work yourself?

DIY Harley repairs doesn’t mean you have to do all the work yourself. If you do decide that a job needs to be done by a mechanic then why not do the ordering and selecting the parts on your own? If you look for and purchase the custom Harley parts yourself you are going to save hundreds not only because you are finding a better deal but because you are able to avoid those high markups bike shops will charge you.

 

Demon’s Cycle encourages you to have a mechanic work on your motorcycle for any repair or upgrade jobs that you feel uncomfortable doing. Mistakes can cost time and money and can be avoided if you go to a professional.

So if you love to do it yourself and you are planning on making some upgrades or repairs for your Harley Davidson this winter then don’t wait on getting an unbeatable deal on custom motorcycle parts from Demon’s Cycle.