Brake/Clutch Fluid Change on My Harley Davidson Road Glide (with ABS)

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Tolleson Life

Tolleson Life

Күн бұрын

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@jeffrockel5176
@jeffrockel5176 4 жыл бұрын
Just a tip to speed the process up a little. After you remove the master cylinder cover use your Mityvac to suck the old fluid out of the maser cylinder leaving just a little bit in the master cylinder to cover the port at the bottom so as not to induced air. Then add the new fluid and flush as you said. This way you don’t have to run all the old fluid through the system to flush it out, also less contamination of the new fluid.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
You are so right Jeff, I was just so concerned with screwing it up with that ABS module...Thanks man!
@martinelectraglide8490
@martinelectraglide8490 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your instructive and comprehensive video. I like the way you do it and also your way of speaking: no shouting or screaming in the camera, but at a normal voicelevel. Thanks again. Greetings from The Netherlands 👍😎
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching! Hope all is well in the Netherlands!
@ridemfast7625
@ridemfast7625 3 жыл бұрын
Good job in mentioning the need to activate the abs HCU after fluid change. I live on acreage and in one area the dirt is very firm and level. I get the bike up to ~20mph and hit the brakes. The abs is clikin away. Do this a couple times and I have zero concerns about needing to do more. Also, I called two different HD dealerships and they both said when they perform fluid change and use the Digi Tech, they do not perform a second flush. When my bike had the brake fluid recall in 2018, that HD dealer did not perform a second flush. A 2nd fluid change is easy enough and cant hurt imo.
@jbucks166
@jbucks166 Жыл бұрын
I see you mention after a flush the ABS clicks when applied. I just flushed mine and the ABS is doing the same thing. I attempted to flush a 2nd time and retry and ABS still clicks. Does it do it for awhile and reset or could it be I introduced air. I don't think I did. ABS makes clicking sound for both front and rear when applied at around 10-15 mph.
@ridemfast7625
@ridemfast7625 Жыл бұрын
@@jbucks166 It makes noise when the abs is working, hard breaking, preventing skidding. It pulses the brake fluid to the calipers so to speak. This can be felt in the brake levers.
@jbucks166
@jbucks166 Жыл бұрын
@@ridemfast7625 thanks for the reply. I hadn't thought of it but realized I haven't jammed on my brakes in the past to know if the ABS clicking was normal behavior. My brake pressure feels great and normal braking is fine. Only when I jam it quick does it seem to act crazy but I guess it's normal. My gut still tells me otherwise lol . Thanks for your time. Be safe out there
@ardyrides834
@ardyrides834 Жыл бұрын
Jbuck - my 2012 StreetGlide owners manual says the clicking is normal.
@michaelbonaiuto4847
@michaelbonaiuto4847 2 жыл бұрын
In the absence of a helper I was able to set up a Go Pro camera on master cylinder and watch the fluid level on my I-phone as I bled the fluid. Cycled through about four more times. The system worked.
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
Good advice, I don't trust my wife pouring fluid in my master cylinder.
@richardcloudbase
@richardcloudbase Жыл бұрын
Good point about the ABS module. I just change the fluid in my CBF500A. Or maybe I didn't LOL Will do it again after running the ABS a few times.
@richardcloudbase
@richardcloudbase Жыл бұрын
If you want to test the new fluid you should test what is coming out of the calliper. At 8:14 you tested at the master cylinder. You only tested the new fluid that you just topped up with. Of course it was good, as its straight out of the bottle.
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
Thanks what I was thinking the fluid doesn't circulate. I was told not to trust a Harley Dealership do to many just remove the fluid in the Master Cylinder.
@tedpechie6642
@tedpechie6642 4 жыл бұрын
I used your oil changing video last night and saved myself about $230. Great video
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Good to hear Ted!
@tedpechie6642
@tedpechie6642 3 жыл бұрын
Darryl, we had to use this as a reference on the road in Albany Ny to bleed the clutch. Thanks for the Very instructive videos. See y’all at Sturgis
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome Ted!
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
While in Deadwood during the Sturgis Rally I lost my clutch. After letting it cool down about 30 minutes clutch started working again on my 2014 Streetglide. Got all brake fluids changed when I got back home. I feel many people don’t realize the importance of changing the brake fluid.
@joserodriguez724
@joserodriguez724 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 2015 HD fatboy softail. I also bought the mityvac wish you use to bleed your brakes. I couldn't find the correct tube to fit the bleeder in the kit. I had a tube that I use to my 2016 camry le. I was able to manually the front, but rear was very difficult to do. I am going to the HD dealer to bleed the brakes.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the issues Jose!
@michaelbonaiuto4847
@michaelbonaiuto4847 2 жыл бұрын
I found that patience is very important. I did my flush solo. No one around to give a hand. Only getting a quarter turn the bleeding is very slow. Really could not tell by watching needle. I bleed a little to much after taking an extra turn on bleed valve. I did get a little air in the line. Got the air to rise out but tapping on the lever lightly till no more bubbles came out.
@winginitwithjohn8451
@winginitwithjohn8451 4 жыл бұрын
I wonder how many bikes out there have never had this fluid replacement done. Bummer on the cover not coming off without loosening the exhaust, but, that's why we have tools. Great detailed video again. Thanks for posting.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
I'm afraid there are many bikes out there with old brake fluid. Thanks for watching Wingin' It with John!
@winginitwithjohn8451
@winginitwithjohn8451 4 жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife It makes me wonder, I bought my 2018 Goldwing new from the dealer just 6 months ago. Just over 3k miles on it now, but if it sat on the dealers floor for awhile, the fluids could be reaching that timeline for replacement. I dont want to open the reservoir caps to test, as that would introduce moisture from ambient air. Hmmm, need to research my manufacturer date. Thanks again.
@arloringsmuth8985
@arloringsmuth8985 7 ай бұрын
Great note on actuating the ABS after the initial change, I’ve never done this and it makes perfect sense.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 7 ай бұрын
👍
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
Looks like you have some Amsoil Brake Fluid on your shelf do you have a preference on which brand of fluid your use? Also approximately how much fluid do you need to purchase to do the fluid change?
@grendelprime166
@grendelprime166 2 жыл бұрын
Instant Sub. What a thorough and detailed walkthrough of changing the brake fluid on ABS. Thanks for this.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for coming along with us Grendel Prime! Appreciate ya!
@blaynebyrd1106
@blaynebyrd1106 4 жыл бұрын
Glad to see a new video miss your content, hope you and your wife are staying safe!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate ya Blayne Byrd!
@donaldhopkins1476
@donaldhopkins1476 Жыл бұрын
Had an issue with clutch going spongy riding from columbus ohio to norfolk Virginia now I know why, brake fluid breaking down in their as well. Thks for the knowledge changing all three today.
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
I lost my clutch in Deadwood at the Sturgis Rally. Clutch issues seem to be common with old brake fluid.
@crafspee
@crafspee 13 күн бұрын
Olá amigo , muito obrigado pela explicão de como se muda facilmente o óleo dos travôes . Um abraço desde Portugal . Hello friend, thank you very much for explaining how to easily change brake oil. A hug from Portugal.
@johnchargualaf6599
@johnchargualaf6599 Жыл бұрын
Finally I found a video that explains why I’m having a hard time removing the clutch cover, do have a question tho you mention loosen muffler bolts & header bolts did you just loosen the rear header bolts only to give you clearance? Tia
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Hey John, thats all I had to do, just loosen the bolts and it worked for me. Best of luck!
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
What did you end up doing? Just the rear bolts?
@RobertB56
@RobertB56 3 жыл бұрын
Great explanation of the fluid change particularly about the ABS
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Robert!
@TonyMajo
@TonyMajo Жыл бұрын
Excellent Video. Thank you for sharing your process!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@johney4484
@johney4484 2 жыл бұрын
Very well done. I’m getting ready to do this to my Road King
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Great Johney!
@Frostytravels
@Frostytravels 2 жыл бұрын
Well done. None better at making service videos. Your awesome man.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that Frosty!
@Frostytravels
@Frostytravels 2 жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife Your my go to on service man.
@jimregal928
@jimregal928 4 жыл бұрын
On your clutch slave cylinder on The Handlebar I noticed the Round Disc covers the fluid Inlet was not in place not sure if you replaced it before you put the cover back on
@jimregal928
@jimregal928 4 жыл бұрын
It was a very good video keep them coming.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks James! Im not sure, will go back and watch the video to make sure all is squared away. Appreciate you watching!
@Hogdriver88
@Hogdriver88 4 жыл бұрын
This was the video I've been waiting for! My '15 is overdue. Just tested the fluid and it's at 3% so it's right on the edge. Glad to see you use the manual MityVac. That's the way I want to go because I'm afraid the pneumatic one will work too fast and get air in the lines (doing it alone). When I asked the dealer about this job they quoted 3 hours of labor just for the brakes and said exhaust had to come off for the clutch... on a '15. Around $500 total - I don't think so. Thanks for doing this video and adding to your already great content.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
hogdriver88 I thought of you as we were doing it hogdriver88. As mentioned, on my brothers ‘15 Road Glide, we didn’t have to loosen the exhaust, the side cover came right off. All the best my friend.
@Hogdriver88
@Hogdriver88 4 жыл бұрын
Lol that is awesome! Thanks brother!
@skake1099
@skake1099 2 жыл бұрын
@@Hogdriver88 I have the pneumatic and the valve allows you to control the pull. Open it part way and it pulls the fluid slower. I've been using it for a couple years and like it so far. Ride safe brother.
@Hogdriver88
@Hogdriver88 2 жыл бұрын
@@skake1099 Awesome info - thanks and ride safe!
@opel1954
@opel1954 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice and easy to fallow instructions. I like to ask a question if I may, when you said to run the bike afterwards to pump the ABS and bleed the system again. Do you mean both front and back or just rear? Thank you.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Alvaro, I used both brakes when I activated the ABS and then flushed both front and back. Again, that was according to our Harley Service Manager. Hope that helps.
@carlaskillings4312
@carlaskillings4312 4 жыл бұрын
Every video you folks do is helpful, thanks a bunch, Wayne Skillings from Windsor Ontario
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍 Wayne!
@Richard5873
@Richard5873 3 жыл бұрын
So if I do exactly what you did on Your Awesome video I don't have to take my 2010 Limited FLHTK to a Harley-Davidson dealership to bleed air out of abs system? I already have the % brake tester fluid and pump. My Son and I just recently changed my handle bars to 14 inch ape hangers. So I figured need to change my fluid since % is High. Figured I didn't need to blow over $200.00 from Harley-Davidson. THANKS FOR AWESOME HELPING VIDEO!!!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
That's correct Wolverine, according to my Harley Service Manager. Some folks disagree but don't know their source. I went with the Harley folks. All the best!
@cezardob
@cezardob Жыл бұрын
Does the same procedure apply if for my 2015 Ultra Glide with linked brakes?
@ahill7866
@ahill7866 3 жыл бұрын
Well done video, thank you. Hope to see you guys back in Sturgis this year, sorry we missed you guys last year.
@michiganborn8303
@michiganborn8303 4 жыл бұрын
Kudos for this video. I have a '17 Road King and I think it's still running the original brake/clutch fluid. Every other video I tried searching for would either show the brake flush or clutch flush but not both. And thanks for that tip on loosening that exhaust.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped Joe!
@babybugspaw7085
@babybugspaw7085 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video sir, thank you for sharing.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Very welcome Babybugspay70!
@BuffaloWolf
@BuffaloWolf Жыл бұрын
"Outstanding, Sir."
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
🙌🙌
@omardelvueno658
@omardelvueno658 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video!! Thanks! My question is about the ABS CPU! Do we have to purge it?
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Yes we do Omar, at the end of the video youll see that I activated the ABS several times in a packing lot which pushes the old fluid out of it and allows the new fluid to enter. Then I did a second flush to remove the old fluid that came out of the ABS.. This is all according to the HD Service Manager.
@omardelvueno658
@omardelvueno658 Жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife thanks!! So you have to bleed it twice basically! Thanks man!
@richardbandolik1503
@richardbandolik1503 Жыл бұрын
Thanks your video was very informative and easy to follow.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
🙌👍
@denniscarlton9290
@denniscarlton9290 Жыл бұрын
Thank you - great explanations and tips. Great job!!
@jerrybrown66
@jerrybrown66 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Thank you for a thorough video. The best I've seen. I was quoted over $425 from my local dealer to flush the brakes and clutch. No way. I'm a do-it-yourselfer. Really appreciate the flashback mid-video to show the clutch flush. Btw, is that RaceDeck flooring in your garage?
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Very good Jerry! That is race deck flooring my friend. Ive sold that house now and travel full-time with the RV, bike and car. Plan on doing that for a few years.
@Richard5873
@Richard5873 Жыл бұрын
Great informational video. I already have the exact moisture test tool. But where did you buy vacuum pump ? Is one better than another?
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Shoot man, let me look for where I purchased that pump.....Just can't recall right now.
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
Amazon
@miragedriver5694
@miragedriver5694 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, I just did my 2012 Ultra Limited. Would have never attempted it without these instruction Thanks !!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped MirageDriver!
@luismiranda583
@luismiranda583 4 жыл бұрын
Nice! My Road glide have 2 calipers in the front wheel. I need to do it in both sides?
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Yes sir Luis, I didn't film the left side due to the bad camera angle but you do need to do both sides my friend.
@luismiranda583
@luismiranda583 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@luismiranda583
@luismiranda583 4 жыл бұрын
Easy to do it with the help of my brother.
@bigtw09
@bigtw09 4 жыл бұрын
Good job there! I like that tester!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Terry!
@Richard5873
@Richard5873 Жыл бұрын
What brand pads do you run?? Mine pulsate and want something better when get stuck in rain trying to stop at a light or stop sight.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Hey Wolverine, I just use Harley's brake pads...Seem to work ok for us.
@jimbo4260
@jimbo4260 4 ай бұрын
I "thought" pulsating was due to a warped rotor?
@Richard5873
@Richard5873 4 ай бұрын
@jimbo4260 Not sure. Got brake fluid changed out by dealership, help some. But not sure what best way is to test IF I have a warp rotor ?
@craw405
@craw405 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video man. Subscribed!!
@williampoe8658
@williampoe8658 4 жыл бұрын
Great video!! Thanks for the info on how to get the break fluid out of the abs module.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks William!
@palmipalmason602
@palmipalmason602 2 жыл бұрын
Very thorough explanation, well done. Thanks.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you palmi palmason!
@georgezhou1415
@georgezhou1415 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the super informative video. I do have a quick question about the ABS part, what is that all about? I accidentally popped a piston out of the caliber while cleaning and changing brake pad, and all the dot fluid from I am guess the ABS to the caliber all pour out. I was able to get the piston back in and caliber reinstalled onto the bike with new brake pads, can I just do the fluid change like you did and the rear brake will work? Or at least work long enough for me to ride to the dealer? Thank you again.
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
Good question? Did you ever get a reply? What did you do?
@mikemelton7562
@mikemelton7562 3 жыл бұрын
Very good video on completing this procedure. You always do an excellent job explaining in detail and also great video quality. Thank you 👍
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike👍
@josecalerobautista6646
@josecalerobautista6646 Ай бұрын
Gracias por el video buen trabajo ok .Saludos desde Alicante - España
@damienesquivel2025
@damienesquivel2025 3 жыл бұрын
Hello, I was just wondering if changing lines would be the same way being as we empty the lines upon removal and place in empty lines. Can I just vacuum until there is no air? Will the abs allow it?
@kennit828
@kennit828 4 жыл бұрын
Another fine video. You always do a great job of researching the finer details and explaining the process 👍
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ken!
@gucci4871
@gucci4871 3 жыл бұрын
Can the clutch be more difficult to pull in after fluid change I had dealer change fluid but I feel like pull should be softer .other bikes feel little softer pull.but I'm not sure if there is a problem or solution. I mean it works but
@wolverinehusky802
@wolverinehusky802 4 жыл бұрын
As an 18 Road Glide owner I find your videos very helpful. This weekend I changed my oil and transmission/primary fluids. You know what was on my shop computer? Your video -- which was very helpful. Keep it up and ride safe.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome WolverineHusky! Glad I could help my friend!
@b119sfg
@b119sfg 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Thanks b119sfg!
@boblafountaine9560
@boblafountaine9560 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome tutorial! Just wondering how you would know that the reservoir is emptied a couple times if he is adding fluid as you’re removing it? How do you keep track I guess, is the question? Does the fluid color change to a more clear look possibly? Thank you.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Bob, yes, once you see clear, clean fluid entering your clear hose, you'll know all the old, yellowish, fluid has been removed.
@robertlafountaine9108
@robertlafountaine9108 3 жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife awesome, I know it was a dumb question but this is my first time for this so thank you for responding so quickly. Really appreciate it. Keep up the great tutorials.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
@@robertlafountaine9108 good question man, good luck to ya!
@kritterhillvideos9221
@kritterhillvideos9221 4 жыл бұрын
Hi, I have done the clutch fluid on my 2018 ultra limited. I had to loosen both exhaust flanges. How did you loosen without taking off heat shields? Thanks Bob
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Hello Bob, I did have to loosen the heat shield at the flange, didn't have to remove it, just turned it out of the way enough to get the socket on the bolt. Appreciate you watching!
@BLACKOUT034
@BLACKOUT034 2 жыл бұрын
Question, so if you have the abs tool that the dealer has & flush brakes like you did in the video & hook up the tool to purge the abs system do you still have to bleed brakes again? Or do you have to take the bike out and get the brakes to pulse?
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Blackout034. No you don't, when the Digital Tech (HD uses) or similar tool is used, according to Harley, no additional steps are required.
@BLACKOUT034
@BLACKOUT034 2 жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife cool, thanks man! Appreciate the response!
@Cuda_Jim
@Cuda_Jim Жыл бұрын
Yes, you do have to bleed them again even with the digital tool. The tool activates the pump without having to ride the bike and slam your brakes on to activate it. Once activated, the abs pump expels the old fluid into the system (same as riding it and slamming your brakes on) thereby contaminating it, which you then have to flush out a second time. I highly recommend anyone who is working on their own bike invest in a service manual, and not solely rely on someone posting a video who may or may not actually know the proper procedures. Also, start by sucking out the old fluid from reservoir first and refill it with fresh, then you are only pulling fresh clean fluid through the system. This also makes it much easier to determine when you have fresh fluid coming out of the bleeder since the fresh and the old is not mixed together and easily distinguished by the color difference.
@titus4166
@titus4166 2 ай бұрын
So you do both sides filling the same cap for the front brakes, right? Sorry if it sounds like a dumb question, but it’s my first time ever trying to work on my bike and have my first HD bike (Street Glide). And yes I did a bike manual* just want some clarification is all. I wanna flush it myself cause HD Service is trying to charge me almost $500 for a brake flush.
@md168
@md168 4 жыл бұрын
Great video! I have a bottle of Dot 4 been meaning to do this awhile on my 2016.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks MD 168! Good luck with the brake fluid flush.
@andyhoang9974
@andyhoang9974 2 жыл бұрын
where you buy oil pump please
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
I found it on Amazon.
@cliffordperanio9929
@cliffordperanio9929 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Sure thing Clifford!
@raulmendez3034
@raulmendez3034 4 жыл бұрын
Great video!! Can this process be done on the kick stand? or does it need to be done on center stand..Any info would be appreciated.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Raul, you can do this on a kickstand, just have to turn the handle bar to level the master cylinders while you empty and refill.
@ghebson5235
@ghebson5235 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Thanks.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome G!
@kendocken5149
@kendocken5149 3 жыл бұрын
What are the tourqe specs for the header flange bolts? I have M8 as well & trying to find info. Thank you,
@sh839c
@sh839c 4 жыл бұрын
Great video as usual sir.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that sh839c!
@badhabit7379
@badhabit7379 Жыл бұрын
Opened bottles without a cap will indeed get moisture, however if you put a cap tight on the bottle it will not get moisture into it ...
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
🙌
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
If I am going to spend the money saving time to do the job myself, I am going to use a new bottle of $6.19 Amsoil fluid. Just for insurance sake. Even though you are probably right, I am sure the dealer will be using an opened bottle.
@eddiealvarez5493
@eddiealvarez5493 2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding ! Gre8 info.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eddie! Glad it was helpful.
@patrickstevens5457
@patrickstevens5457 2 жыл бұрын
So with the abs being single motor / solenoid, do you to activate abs for both front and rear since they are linked above 30 mph?
@ocdhd2411
@ocdhd2411 2 жыл бұрын
when you are draining the fluid, can you increase the psi with the bleeder valve open on the caliper while it's bleeding or do you need to close the bleeder valve then increase the psi?
@Twistedgrip73
@Twistedgrip73 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome just what I needed 🤘🏼
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Great Mark! Glad it helped.
@mattovictimcycles1334
@mattovictimcycles1334 2 жыл бұрын
Great video...thanks
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome Matt!
@docholiday1034
@docholiday1034 4 жыл бұрын
So how did you exercise the ABS solenoids? What you did doesn’t do that . Good video for old non ABS bikes but with out running the solenoids? Your not doing a ABS flush / bleed. Many ABS units have failed with your method on 09-18 ABS Harley . On your clutch cover when you do get it off? You can lightly trim that chrome cover on the bottom very little.. make clutch bleeds very easy for next time . No touching exhaust ....
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Doc. I followed the procedure recommended by the HD Service Manager at my dealership. I did some emergency braking after the first fluid change to activate the solenoids, HD said that would push the old fluid out of the solenoids and fill them with the new fluid. Then I did a 2nd flush. Make sense? Did I miss anything? Thanks for the tip on the chrome cover!
@docholiday1034
@docholiday1034 4 жыл бұрын
Tolleson Life service manager is and idiot and would likely be fired if anybody at moco knew he even hinted at it.... i have been screwing around trying too build a cheap system to cycle the ABS pump but just havent had time. His way doesnt work. I ended up borrowing a snap on scan tool for customer bikes lately. But its a busy automotive shop I borrow it from. Lots of more crap fluid comes out using the scan tool. Hammering the brakes to get the solenoids to work doesnt get 20% out of system and pump. Just beaware.... and its not like these abs pumps and solenoids dont fail.... because they do and still are failing. 2017 2 weeks ago and out of warranty.... dealer didnt want too know. Guy bought lines and we removed system as he never wanted abs in the first place.
@LonerBoi88883
@LonerBoi88883 4 жыл бұрын
very thorough video. subscribed. so after the first brake bleed/flush you rode it around for a bit then repeated the same? Thanks
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Hello LonerBoi88! Welcome aboard. Thats right, just repeated the same flush and according to my HD Service Manager that's it.
@harryhowell5644
@harryhowell5644 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video like your shirt as well
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Harry!
@kimpearson2284
@kimpearson2284 2 жыл бұрын
I watched your video and went to change brake fluid on my 2016 Street Glide Special. After much effort trying to get the bleeder to suction out the fluid I removed it and found there is no passage from the top nipple where the dust cap goes to the bottom section where it is threaded and the two holes are on the side of the fitting. Thus no way to suction out the old fluid. Is this normal? Do I need to replace the bleeder fitting with something aftermarket? I had no trouble changing the fluid on my Hyd clutch but have not tried the rear brake until I figure out what is happing with the front brake first. Thanks!
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
What was your result? If you replaced the bleeder fittings did you go with the Speed Bleeders, they have a built in check valve makes it easier to do yourself.
@devilsnash9361
@devilsnash9361 5 ай бұрын
Testing the fluid after flush in
@destinationh-d1
@destinationh-d1 6 ай бұрын
how do you know you are activating the abs?
@melloello7057
@melloello7057 4 жыл бұрын
About to do the same on my 2018...thanks for the video, seems pretty self explanatory, was concern also about doing it myself with ABS!!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Best of luck MelloEllo70, Im sure you can know it out!
@andrewcarbone8574
@andrewcarbone8574 3 жыл бұрын
Great video
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
👍🙌
@jimscycleandautotn8508
@jimscycleandautotn8508 4 жыл бұрын
Activating abs is just simply using the brakes on the road? Or hard braking to activate the system?
@jimscycleandautotn8508
@jimscycleandautotn8508 4 жыл бұрын
Good video btw, thanks brother👌
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Jimbo, the ABS module is only activated during emergency braking so I had to go out and try to "lock up" the brakes.....
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!!
@jimscycleandautotn8508
@jimscycleandautotn8508 4 жыл бұрын
Ah si si, roger that thanks 👌
@changunn
@changunn 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this vid!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Sure thing!
@samuelperez.44
@samuelperez.44 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, really clear info
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@BluegrassRiders
@BluegrassRiders 4 жыл бұрын
This video was very informative, great job!!!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bluegrass Riders!
@dylandream2248
@dylandream2248 Жыл бұрын
Should I activate the ABS module before flushing fluid ? and as well after and then flush fluid again?
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Hey Dylan, No need to activate it before flushing. According to my Harley Service Manager, only afterward to remove old fluid out of the ABS module, then flush again. Hope that makes sense.
@dylandream2248
@dylandream2248 Жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife yes it does. Thank you for the reply! Rear ABS is easy to activate front took me a few minutes to figure it out, speed bumps! Lol
@jbucks166
@jbucks166 Жыл бұрын
Hello Sir, Great tutorials. Hopefully you can help. I attempted a brake fluid flush on my 2014 SGS , All seemed to be fine until I took it for a ride. I attempted to activate ABS and it makes a very strange sound now after the flush. I attempted to flush a second time and take for a ride and again same thing. ABS seems to be malfunctioning. I tried both front and rear and the ABS does not work as it did. On startup the ABS light flashed , a minute into the ride it shuts off as normal. Once I apply hard brake the module makes that clicking/clunking sound. Did I introduce air at some point possibly? Any idea what it could be? I'm doing all I can to avoid having to go the dealer. Thanks in advance.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Hey JBucks1. Sorry to hear you are having that issue. Unfortunately, I can't be much help. Might to time to visit that dealer which I know is an unpleasant trip.
@jbucks166
@jbucks166 Жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife All is good, slightly embarrassed to have to admit, I realized after the flush that , fortunately I never hit had to hit the brakes hard enough to know the behavior of the ABS, I only did it as it was recommended after the flush. Now knowing it's behavior and some more research it's doing exactly as it should. Lever and pedal pressure is great. ABS light starts up and flashes as normal and goes off shortly after. Normal brakes while riding. After realizing how the ABS behaves when activated I thought something was wrong. After the brakes I went ahead and tackled the clutch with more confidence. Thanks for the follow up and the tutorial. No dealership trip for me 😀 at least not this time. Thanks again, take care.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
@@jbucks166 Awesome!!
@thermosplace7914
@thermosplace7914 4 жыл бұрын
You did not change the fluid in the ABS unit other than what was in the passage normally open during non ABS actuation. The valve body flush is not the same as the actuation that takes place during an ABS event.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Thermo's place, I did activate the ABS system to push the old fluid out at the end of the video, then did another flush of the system as directed by my Harley service manager, you still don't think we got it out?
@justinkelley5525
@justinkelley5525 4 жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife An ABS event and a commanded flush are two very different things. Just causing the abs to cycle by over breaking does not flush the valve body. You also state that the system can only be serviced by the dealer. Any decent indy can do it and many owner can do it at home. This is a proper ABS service cycle on the rear brake. Just a laptop and a DTT. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYqbp6ebaNqha80&feature=share
@steveledbetter9579
@steveledbetter9579 4 жыл бұрын
I loved the video , but I’ll Probably end up taking it to Harley Davidson and let them do all that brake flush and stuff I don’t like messing with that ABS you did make it look easy . Stay safe my Friend . Next time 😎👍
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Steve, I certainly understand my friend. Take care!
@gray_wolverine63
@gray_wolverine63 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the information. Great video. 🇺🇸👏🏼
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@tedpechie6642
@tedpechie6642 4 жыл бұрын
Very helpful, thank you
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful Ted!
@FlipandTheBlueMule
@FlipandTheBlueMule 2 жыл бұрын
👍🤙👍 thx Darryl
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 2 жыл бұрын
Sure thing Flip!
@themoyfamily3356
@themoyfamily3356 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a very informative video
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful Moy Family!
@delray420
@delray420 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 9 ай бұрын
You bet!
@Tonybfast
@Tonybfast 3 жыл бұрын
Good video.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
7 ай бұрын
Great video.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 7 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@Metalhead396
@Metalhead396 Жыл бұрын
You called your handlebar reservoir a caliper. LOL
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife Жыл бұрын
Did I? Sorry about that.....a slip for sure.
@andrewcarbone8574
@andrewcarbone8574 3 жыл бұрын
How much of that exhaust system did you have to loosen up
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Andrew, if I recall correctly, just to allow for a little more space, didn’t require much loosening of the exhaust.
@andrewcarbone8574
@andrewcarbone8574 3 жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife hey thank you for reaching out it looks like you still had the heat shields on and that you just loosen the back muffler bracket and I guess one of the head bolts anyway at all the videos that I watched you were the most Clear on everything great job I like your videos I will probably watch more
@wb4514
@wb4514 3 жыл бұрын
Did your clutch lever pressure come up right away or did you have to pump it up for a while ?
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
Came up right away WB
@wb4514
@wb4514 3 жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife I’ve been working on mine for 2 days and can’t get it to pressurize.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 3 жыл бұрын
@@wb4514 oh man, somethings up…. I’m not sure exactly what….hope you get squared away.
@wb4514
@wb4514 3 жыл бұрын
@@TollesonLife Thanks ! I’m going to keep after it !
@jerrybrown66
@jerrybrown66 2 жыл бұрын
I had the same problem. You probably had a leaky connection in your drain hose/pump. Notice in his video he tie-wrapped the hose onto the pump inlet. Also try using a short hose. If that doesn't work, you can ditch the hand pump altogether and use the clutch bleed procedure from the service manual. With the cover on, pump the clutch lever five times then hold it while opening the bleed valve; close the valve before the releasing the lever but don't let the fluid level go too low. The clutch fluid will flow freely unless you have a faulty bleed valve. If so those are easy to replace.
@raybrdjr
@raybrdjr 4 жыл бұрын
SWEET! FIDNA DO THIS BEFORE I ROLL TO STURGIS FROM MOBILE, AL!
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Great man!
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
Good idea. My clutch went out in Deadwood last year during the Sturgis Rally, due to hot 4 year old brake fluid. Luckily it it came back to life after sitting on the side of the road letting the fluid cool off for about an hour. Dealer in Florida charged me close to $300 when I got back home to change the fluid.
@raybrdjr
@raybrdjr 10 ай бұрын
@@bobgil3464 WOW! ole boy just charged me 150 to flush the clutch and abs system.
@dogman1264
@dogman1264 4 жыл бұрын
Nice JOB, I do not ride myself, but have friends who do Ride and so I copied the link and sent them your link. They are some retired old S.O. biker friends. Buy copying and pasting your link to an email message. COOL ENJOYED your insight and the skills to getting it right. Thanks for sharing. Stay well and be safe.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Dog Man! Hope the video helps your friends with their bikes. Take care out there!
@bruceayers2204
@bruceayers2204 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video, i have to do this on my 2012 RGU , never changed it since new.
@TollesonLife
@TollesonLife 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped Bruce!
@Big88Country
@Big88Country Жыл бұрын
I just rebuilt my 17 CVO Ultra clutch master cylinder because it would not drain any fluid or pump up any pressure to drain the fluid like the manual calls for doing. After replacing the rebuild kit in the clutch master cylinder, it still will not move any fluid. Does anyone have any idea what's going on. I even asked the dealership and they have no idea either. I bought a master cylinder pneumatic vacuum tool to pull fluid through the line to the slave cylinder bleed port, I hope this does the trick. If anyone has any ideas as to what the problem is, please let me know. I've been bleeding brakes and clutches all my life and have never ran into this problem.
@imgzrona09uc72
@imgzrona09uc72 Жыл бұрын
Guys,, to my knowledge there is no testing that proves that ABS activation by braking effectively purges the ABS module. By relying on this practice you risk an ineffective purge and corrosion and failure of the ABS module. IMO it is a very, very low risk but I do not think it is zero. If you follow this advice you should be informed. Also there are devices available to the DIYer that will properly purge the module.
@bobgil3464
@bobgil3464 10 ай бұрын
I have mixed emotions about a second flush but I am only a mechanic instructed by KZbin videos. What is your mechanic background?
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