Doc Harley: Servicing your Harley-Davidson Do and Don't

This week Doc Harley shares advice from the shop that could save you time and money.

[@lawnboyfromhell]

Nothing like listening to someone with intelligence and experience, one of my go to channels!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you for your support….Doc

[@blackyzfr1]

I do almost all my maintenance myself because I enjoy the time with the bikes.I have 3. To me it's part of the bike ownership enjoyment. I own the proper tools and shop manuals. I know not everyone enjoys this aspect of motorcycles but for me it is rewarding. That's why I enjoy your channel and yes the do's and don't is great.I would love more. I would love to see more on the little mechanics tricks too, like you did in the past. Thanks Doc!

[@edharbas4828]

Totally agree and add some more accolades to your show & its presentation. A detail wash of your bike is a great way to discover that loose wire connection, the missing bolt or a nefereous leaking gasket when you least expect it, usually on a run when you can least afford the time to tend to it. Keep up the info-vestment, besides fresh oil its about the least expensive guaranteed resource for a schmick ride.Rubber to the road.

[@mpista7182]

Keep em coming Doc I am always up for learning new things and different ways of fixing the bike I love. For me, doing my own bike work is part of the whole experience and frankly, Im a poor boy and can't always afford to farm it out.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for this comment...Doc

[@ericcass7579]

Yes I second this..keep them coming

[@Truckmechanic89]

Agree keep them coming

[@michaelterrill6435]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson doc Harley . I have a 2019 street glide tic when start up goes away when warm ! Cold that be oil or a defect ? 24000 mi

[@attheflattrackraces4662]

LOL, I loved the loctite on the battery bolts. Never heard that one before.

[@tomqueisser7706]

Doc........thank you, thank you, thank you for the drain plug sealant advice !!!!!!!! I didn't realize I've been missing so important for so many years. Please keep up with the Do's and Dont's

[@kingkrimson8771]

Never use pipe dope on drain plugs myself. The 0-ring is what does the sealing. Also, the factory service manual makes no mention of using sealant on the drain plug threads. Finally, torque specs for drain plugs are for DRY threads, use the same torque on a plug with sealant on the threads and you will over-tighten the plug.

[@fawain]

Please keep them coming !!! At 75 years young my old bones don't work as they used to and any helpful hints is greatly appreciated. Thanks Doc.

[@waynesiminski8268]

Great idea. These kind of videos can be a huge help to the average DIY home mechanic. Great work Doc.

[@concepcionortiz2898]

Thanks, doc. I’d love to see more dos and don’ts.

[@michaelvivirito1224]

Yes please keep the do's and don'ts going Doc and thank you sir!

[@haroldwiser2641]

Love the dos and don'ts. Yes, do more please! 👍

[@johnasbury9915]

Excellent list. Please do some more!

[@bongorick]

Thank you for these dos and don't. Keep them coming please.

[@philipburrell9756]

Please do more of these videos. They are very helpful. Thank you.

[@RenegadesGarage]

Doc Harley.. Love the Do's and Don'ts videos. Never understood why people will spends thousands on a a vehicle and the cheap out when it comes to replacing simple parts or they reuse old parts.

[@docholliday.]

Thanks Doc, keep the do’s and don’ts coming!

[@carlgilmore9821]

Great tips - please do more of these!

[@terahz1]

Years ago I had a fuel line pop off inside the tank of my 04 Road King due to previous owner using safety wire instead of a clamp on line to fuel pump. No fun breaking down due to someone being cheap.

[@ephrammaker3153]

Love this idea of Do’s and Don’ts Maybe break it down by bike and common DIY things that most HD owner’s do

[@straightener2001]

Do's and don'ts from someone with your experience are always welcome.

[@afghanyeti]

Always learning with Doc.

[@matt8863]

0:29 100% facts...Those are NOT designed for high vibration powertrains and frame jarring environments.

[@brianrowe8028]

Very helpful! Do more like this! Thanks!

[@fps636]

We can listen to your dos and donts for eternity! Thanks Doc.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

That's a lot longer than my wife will listen.....Doc

[@MinnowMoto]

Keep these coming. I enjoy learning how to do things the correct way. lol

[@richardboggs260]

Good video Doc I enjoyed it I was a truck mechanic for 50 years so I know all about what you are talking about especially the wire connections

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I am sure you could fill a video with do and dont....Doc

[@stevedotworld]

A dab of dielectric grease on those exhaust bushings when you install them does wonders for making it easier to get them back on as well as it won't decay the rubber.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Great tip....Doc

[@randymohan8427]

Thanks Doc for the free lessons 👊🏽

[@rudypeutl8259]

Please keep these do's and dont's videos coming. I enjoy watching them and even learn 1 or 2 things along the way. Knowledge is power and we all want more power..... don't we?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for your post Rudy....Doc

[@briantanner9900]

Keep them coming, people do not know how to read manuals anymore , or I should say take the time ! People want instant gratification now days , when you spend the money on a nice bike , do it the right way , thanks for sharing

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for watching and support…Doc

[@hankhamern5456]

Good video, always good to hear a reminder of this. Sometimes we hurry or I just get lazy.

[@SabrPunk7]

Stellar idea, the more we can learn the better. I just started as a Jr. Tech for Harley Davidson, not too long ago. The more I can learn to become a better tech, the better we can service bikes and have happy customers!

[@joek3016]

Do's and don't are great. The more the merrier. Thank you for what you do and provide for us all

[@jpkirby2339]

Please keep coming with more dos and don'ts. Like others said, like learning new stuff as it pertains to my motorcycle and others

[@andrewhoffman4328]

Yes! More dos and donts please

[@tommartin7026]

Great video, thanks for all your help, do's and don'ts, great idea

[@linru992]

Hey Doc, you saved me from doing a don't to my fueling system.... Thanks!!! Do more of these!!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Glad to help...Doc

[@oldamerican8070]

Thanks Doc, when you're right you're right. As always!

[@kneesinthebreeze7417]

Thank you for the Info. I'm a novice and all this info is greatly appreciated

[@jimmccoskey8253]

A DO and a DON'T sure beats maybe's and well, sometimes, etc. Thanks for all the knowledgeable help.

[@louis_costa]

Love these "Dos and don'ts." Short and sweet.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Glad you like it.....Doc

[@stacylentini7454]

Thank you for your do's and don'ts I am a new rider and know nothing about working on a Harley. I will be working on my own bike whether I know what I'm doing or not. Your simple videos give me hope. Thanks Again Doc.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Please purchase a Harley-Davidson Factory Service Manual. This will help you service you bike....Doc

[@srhintz]

I always thought the pipe thread sealant was for the old plugs without o-rings. I haven't used it yet. I'll get some for the next service cause I trust your advice.

[@dimitrikostakis147]

Love you Doc. Bring the old theme introductory song back

[@hogwildbowhunter]

Nothing better than the do’s and don’t from the Doc Harley keep them coming!

[@nonya6694]

Awesome Doc, yes please do another one if you can.

[@edharbas4828]

Thank you, Doc,bit late seeing this. Really appreciate the brains- trust @ Low Country Harley.

[@paulprosser4108]

Really useful tips there Doc. Please more Do and Don't content. Thanks again Doc.

[@jimmyp6443]

Doc is correct ,recommenced hose clamps are called Pinch Clamps They are size specific ,you do need the correct pinch tool about $35.00 McMaster Carr is an excellent supplier for these items ,

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for the tip....Doc

[@ysrpilot]

Keep them coming. I’ve learned a lot from your videos.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you for your time and feedback...Doc

[@gunnykbar]

Thanks once again, please keep them coming

[@karenshoucairmcgray4902]

My Husband sometimes services his Harley! I will share your video with him. Thank you for the tips Doc! 😊

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for Sharing Karen....Doc

[@michaelbuneo8769]

Everyone of your videos and hints or tips has helped me, or many other Harley owners!! So please keep them coming!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you Michael for this positive feedback....Doc

[@gordongiles9930]

Love the ideas of do's and don'ts. More of us can use any if not all your tips. Thanx Doc

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks Gordon....Doc

[@hgesell]

I like all your videos because they are always informative, but the does and don’ts is awesome.

[@TheWelshRocker]

Great advice!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks Neal....Doc

[@tomneedmorebeer5525]

Hopefully the start of a new series of videos. Do’s and Don’ts are extremely helpful coming from a master dealer tech.

[@aehoward91]

This is very educational thank you for making this. I'm going to get a sportster some time this year and I want to my own work like how I work on my truck.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Hoping all your dreams come true…Doc

[@rodneycarey44]

I’d rather send my bike to a trained professional for service and look around the dealership for a little while while it’s there but in todays world it looks like I’ll be in training to do some this stuff myself. I’m sure we all appreciate your knowledge, you haven’t steered me wrong yet so huge thanks for that!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for watching....Doc

[@macmac3770]

Great tips Doc. Keep them coming please. Those worm-gear hose clamps are terrible and will bite you on the least opportune time and possibly strand you. Reusing gaskets is dumb - they’re cheap enough and give peace of mind.

[@genebulford8636]

Don't stop Doc, keep your tips coming, your advice has helped me on quite a few things,have a great weekend an be safe out there

[@randyboyce4796]

As many as you can come up with doc, even if I can take one thing away from each video it’ll all add up down the road. So much knowledge to share. Thanks!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks Randy....Doc

[@josephbrazelton5879]

I really appreciate videos like this. Keep them coming, and thanks for the great content

[@tex9280]

Love all your work Doc❗ Keep Living the Dream ❗ Safe travels 🙏♥️ 💪🇦🇺💪

[@jonathanhanssen7304]

Please keep doing these.

[@flyboy1ron]

Absolutely, please do more. There are a lot of simple things to keep the bikes running longer if people are showed what to do and what not to do. Keep up the good work.

[@fabiopunk1661]

Excellent suggestions - surprised that some people do the don'ts! However as to hose clamps, in some of my non-Harley bikes, I have them on fuel lines and they work fine (in one case, since 35 years...) They do not get loose, and can be easily dismounted and reused on the road in case of ;problems, no special tools needed. That at least is my experience.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Fabio I should have said when working on fuel injection....Doc

[@Wayz5145]

Another great video. Keep them coming. Maybe a do and don't on windshield maintenance. Thanks Doc.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for the suggestion...Doc

[@matthiasbrandt9403]

Very helpful tips, thanks Doc, greetings from Germany

[@jdrodd1]

Doc, you da man I listen to you’re advise please keep them coming. Newbie to Harley Davidson and I’m glad that I found you. Thanks for your knowledge and insight.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you for joining our viewers.....Doc

[@darwinandoe1003]

Great idea. I have started doing basic service work on my 2016 Triglide. As a retiree with a limited budget, I need all the help I can . Thank you

[@douglas9607]

Good points. I've also heard that with the screw type clamp, can crack plastic bungs because there isn't even force around the circumference of the clamp. The screw mechanism can focus pressure on the plastic 'bung', so to speak. Good vid. thanks sub/Likie

[@BrewCityRider]

Really good quick hitting info Doc. Keep 'em coming.

[@thangknowa3288]

Thanks Doc. I also use a light dab of anti seize on the derby cover screws, and be sure to use the correct torx bit! Close is not good enough!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Great tech tip…Doc

[@snomobila]

Definitely DO Like the do's and don'ts video. keep em coming. thanks doc

[@tylerhubbell6410]

A good reason to have your electrical wires soldered is for the least resistance possible and like he said it holds better than wire nuts etc.

[@eddie8279]

Thanks Doc! From a first time Harley owner. As simple as it is, this video is very informative, please, please, please do more. Thanks for all you do.

[@kevinoconnor5597]

Great idea of simple dos and don’ts things most just don’t know or did it a different way.

[@doylehenderson319]

Thanks Doc!!!! I know you were thinking of me with the fuel clamps.... but here where I live you can't find the crimp on clamps anywhere in any auto parts or hardware stores but I'll find some and replace mine soon!!! God Bless!!!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Good future plan Doyle.....Doc

[@adotintheshark4848]

I use the proper-sized spring clamps on my fuel lines, petcock and pump. Always has worked for me. And they're easier to install than those worm clamps.

[@t.s.racing]

Excellent tips Doc, especially the hose clamps. If I may Sir, Harleys will absolutely vibrate battery cables/terminals loose, and you're right, no loctite. The best remedy is star washers. They're available in both internal and external stars, either works fine. Much better than conventional lock washers for the battery cables. Excellent video Doc !!!!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I like your tech tip.....Doc

[@kenkennedy5516]

Love these do’s and dont’s…..how about one specifically for Sportsters 2011 on , like me they’re gettin to that age where a trip to the doc needs to be avoided if at all possible. 🍻 cheers.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I saw what you did there Ken.....Doc

[@andrewvickers4487]

Great tips! Glad I learned about those pinch clamps - thanks Doc, great series idea. And thanks @ Boosted Twin Cams re star washers for the battery terminals.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

We are so glad you enjoyed…..Doc

[@bradduffield2860]

Thanks I appreciate learning new maintenance do and don't. I'm always ready to learn more on doing things right on the bike.

[@billstoller3789]

Yes, please keep them coming. Great idea.

[@glauriault]

Thank you for your tips and support.. and keep on do’s and dont..

[@kenkooper5958]

Love this recording. I'm going to get the exhaust rubbers today along with the gasket pack. Looking forward to more Dos and Donts...

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Great news Ken.....Doc

[@isabella1823]

Please do more do’s and dont’s!

[@odetterollinson-davies4543]

Greetings from sunny Scotland - Great tips Doc please keep em coming

[@coryshelton5923]

Love all your tips Doc. Keep producing great content.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks Cory....Doc

[@petedonna4894]

Yes, we like the do's and don'ts. Keep them coming. And as always, thanks for your videos

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you Pete and Donna for your support....Doc

[@rykerolaoghaire8781]

Awesome video Doc! More would be greatly appreciated 🙏

[@stephenbodholdt4326]

Thanks Doc from Myrtle beach. They do my service 👍👍👍🇺🇸🏖

[@Jay-nj9dr]

Great video,keep them coming doc..Thanks again for all the h3elp you provide.

[@John-cn1jh]

Fantastic idea doc thank you very much look forward to having more of them

[@iamthesaga]

Always good advice. Anything helps...especially for a new Harley owner like myself.

[@Alex-fd1cq]

More the better...thank you for the upload

[@jimbeloit]

Good recommendations Doc on not re-using o-rings, gaskets etc. Hey, I was an auto mechanic for 45 years including a couple in an H-D dealership. Still, at home I'd occasionally re-use an o-ring if no new one handy. Most of the time it worked out ok, but you are right about going new when possible. Keep the tips coming Doc.

[@merrellreed5494]

Awesome info!! Thanks 🙏 and please keep sharing your knowledge with us

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

As long a Merrell and others tune in I will try.....Doc

[@derekdavis7967]

Always love a good do's and don'ts video keep them coming...maybe a video of when you should replace rubber engine mounts and how to tell a bad one I'm curious to know....love the videos doc !!!

[@myride7216]

I have said it many times regarding Harley-Davidson owners that are amateur mechanics and go half assed on their repairs that we tend to give HD a bad name with our failures.