Harley NECK BEARINGS and passenger peg BRACKETS // INSTALL

Harley neck bearings and passenger peg install because that's what I've been up to lately! This week I install new neck bearings and show off how and why. I also throw down some tips on passenger peg mount installs for Harley Davidson's popular Dyna models!
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[@gofaster474]

"Take a minute; think about what you're doing." Life lessons by John Maxwell

[@TheHarleyTech]

Pro tip!

[@israelcasen2185]

Instablaster...

[@Earth_wind_dan_fire]

I don't even have a Harley yet and I still watch your videos.

[@PhatboyHD88]

Your welcome buddy,,, and I watch not only cause your fun to watch and you are a good tech ,, but ya never know what you can learn watching others.. they may have a better faster or more effective way of doing something..esp on M8 models seeing as everyone is doing things for the first time... anyway buddy thanks for the video and kind words !!!

[@nbt3663]

PhatboyHD88 hey John that was from.me too... Ok not really but I thought it! Very cool gift (even if it was a shameless plug grab.) :)

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks for the nice gift! And always watching! One of these days I’ll make it up north!

[@lowmaintenance74]

Damn cuz your from Johnstown. I'm from Fallentimber, I now live in South Carolina.

[@jacquesyoung7010]

glad to see that you are back to showing bike work

[@TheHarleyTech]

Yes, vacation is officially over. Back to work!

[@jerielyork6584]

Hi I'm Gerald I'm also a Harley Tech you're the main reason I became Harley technician it's been fun I'm just having a hard time finding a dealership that is hiring it's winter time LOL love what you do keep it up you're awesome hope to meet you one day.

[@pmdinaz]

Even watched the 5 minute ad for you...on my phone...then paused and went to my desktop, and watched another 3 minute...I hope those help you...Your videos help me. Cheers!!!

[@fatboydan02]

I saw a subber post about hitting the like button before he watched the video....I Just did it,and now we wait...Continue on Sir John.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks man!

[@fatboydan02]

alright, alright....I know the suspense is killin' ya....for a young tech...Man,you have got it together.Good Video! I hope your enthusiasm for what you do continues well after your hair turns to silver.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Me too, especially since it’s already there on the sides...

[@jerielyork4399]

Thanks for all the tips I am a certified MMI student of Harley-Davidson I appreciate everything you're doing keeps me going since I'm not in a shop yet graduated 2020 still looking in Texas close to Dallas text around here are ready there at Shops keep up the good work

[@bgood2me944]

Hey John. Love your videos. I happen to be a Service and Body Shop Director for a large new car auto dealer group. Keep it up man guys like you with the passion are a dying breed. I happen to be a brand new first time Harley owner. I traded my custom Ducati Scrambler Cafe Racer in for a FLSB Sport Glide. This bike changed my entire perception of Harley. I always look forward to you vids. Thanks

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks for the encouragement, and congrats on the new ride!

[@MrJeepmarine]

I love how scatterbrained you are, I too am scatterbrained. Keep up the good work, you make it look easy.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Sometimes it makes it hard to piece it all together. Lots of cuts, haha

[@jlc904ubc]

Thanks man! I like it when you put links in the description of tools that you use. Have a good week!

[@TheHarleyTech]

I’m gonna try to start doing that. It’s just a matter of thinking of questions before they happen!

[@geoffozevans4500]

Nice technical vlog, gives us mere mortals some idea of what to do, you're doing so well with the channel John --- congratulations 👍😎

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks Geoff!

[@buzzbeauchamp4631]

Great Info = love watching, yet, as always, the Professional ( Yes, You John!) - knows the Tricks & Techniques that makes "IT" look easy & Simple! We, "general public Types" appreciate your input ,so we know "Let the Professionals do IT" ( usually less hassles despite the $$$ cost!) THANKS!

[@apostolosproios262]

useful on the bearings. getting my 30.000(48.000 km) miles service this week on my RG.

[@crisflores5293]

Dyna days yessssssss

[@connormarks5989]

Passenger pegs were the first "mod" I did on my FXDLS...... easily the hardest thing I had to do haha. GREAT VID!

[@ardyrides834]

I just bought a 2000 FXDWG. I'm in the process of replacing the stock Fork springs with new Progressive Suspension Springs. I need a Jim's Bearing Tool, to inspect/replace neck bearings, while I'm in there.

[@stormtrooperob]

Now I find the passenger foot peg install after I did mine last year. Thank you

[@nickbradstock8620]

John, hello from Harley-Davidson Louisville where I am the Parts and MotorClothes Manager. A few guys in parts stay follow your channel, see you at the Dealer Show.

[@TheHarleyTech]

That’ll be awesome! I’ll be the goofball walking around with a camera!

[@nickhildabridle1612]

If their was a tech like you at anyone of the dealerships by me I would not work on my scoot. Great informative material as always. LTMV & Until Next Time...

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks Nick.

[@nbt3663]

Exactly what Nick said, except I'm new to this and I have to trust the mechanic. Wish you'd do a video on how to find a great mechanic. (Oh I'm sorry is that my man card on the ground?) 😮

[@talkingrock7011]

Congratulations on the dealer show , and it never surprises me how people will cheap out when you are in that far that’s a no brainer

[@johnludmon7419]

I own a street glide and to get to the steering head bearings is a $250 ish job in labour new bearings are a no brainer. You will be amazed how many people don't replace inexpensive parts only to pay twice for the job to be done later. Either that or they skip jobs like fork oil changes and wonder why odd amounts of grey gloop isn't as good as fresh oil.

[@Lucky119]

Thanks for doing what your doing, I have learned a lot. I start school in July. Keep doing what v your doing.

[@samheckman5517]

that one tool that your putting the races in with I made a tool just about like the one that your using. Got a couple foot 5/8's all thread, some real hard washers and nuts.use 2 washer on each side to keep from bending. Works just like yours. Be safe

[@tylersorensen1716]

Really enjoy the videos! I’m a tech at patriot Harley Davidson in fairfax va and have told numerous guys at the shop to check out your channel!

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks Tyler!

[@NC-HD-FatBoy]

Great info John!! I always look forward to you videos! Thanks for the hard work!

[@ironmanaa]

You have inspired me to start down a path towards becoming a motorcycle mechanic as my dream job(automotive mechanic 2nd always need a back up) but I've got to love your content and thank you for the inspiration and keep up the good work.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Awesome. It’s a fun day in and day out for sure!

[@aboutmyfathersbusiness8324]

I shoulda tinkered on bikes years ago. It will save your back instead of leaning over engine bays. Working on a bike is like painting a fine piece of art... X)

[@TheHarleyTech]

True, I couldn’t do cars. I’m spoiled!

[@bobbyt3358]

My 2015 Ultra needs the neck bearings repacked at 25,000 miles after checking the tool prices on your links, guess mines going to the dealer for that service. Love your videos man.

[@GreatMotorcyleridesWashington]

Thanks as always for the great information.

[@thangknowa3288]

Five years later, that K&L Jack that John is discussing at 9:57 is $342.00 instead of $243.00 mentioned in the video, that's your current price including the FJB increase. Wow. K&L makes good stuff, I have their blue dolly that is awesome.

[@badkarma3059]

Top notch as always buddy! Bet you're stoked as hell for the dealer show I know I sure as hell would be. Looking forward to new vids 👍👍

[@glenmacdonald7005]

Decided to subscribe today. Have been watching your videos for a while. I do know what you are talking about here. But it's always nice to learn new tips and tricks. Just gives me more knowledge and info to share. Thanks John.

[@RackandPull]

Great videos! Keep em coming! Anytime I repair a front end collision on a bike I replace the front bearings and races. If it hit hard enough to bend the forks, triple tree or the neck it's always a good idea to replace the Bearings and races. I've come across cracked bearing cages (housings) on bikes that I repaired. The bearings have to come out to do front frame repair anyway, and that's when I inspect them. I look forward to your videos, they're very informative.

[@Thesector0failure]

A Noob tech here.Ive been on the job a week and a half and love it. Gale's Harley Davidson, Grandview MO. I love your videos. Big O dirty thumbs up.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Congrats on the new job! The other guys helping ya out?

[@Thesector0failure]

John Maxwell thanks.yeah they are really helpful

[@CreedComander]

I just got me an old car scissor jack with metal plates a friend welded to it. 10$ junkyard deals.

[@waynecasey6375]

Thanks John, another cool informative vid....please keep 'em coming!

[@TheHarleyTech]

Will do

[@dirtbikechopper2012]

I have an `03 FLHRPi with 122,000 on the clock and I haven`t done the neck bearings yet...although I`m thinking about it when I rebuild the forks( for the first time!!!!)...Good vids, and great editing...keep up the good work !!

[@fililoboesparza5784]

John you came up with all the nice gifts!! Wow A lot of work to put the back foot peg on a Dana! It was super easy To put on my passenger half moon footboard on my 16FLSS.. lol Great video enjoyed it!👍🏻 Thanks

[@yamahatracergt5579]

Good video John.Neck bearings and or adjustment on touring models would be awesome.Also front fork oil replacement and disassembly/removal of front forks on touring would be great.

[@johnherman8861]

Hey John, I have a 2016 Ultra Limited with 13,000 miles. I put new tires on 3,000 miles ago, Michelin Comanders. It was happening at low speed, but now at 50mph I sometimes get a very, very bad wobble in the front. It doesn't happen all the time, but does happen often.

[@bigj200016]

Love that technical name. Big f-ing hammer. I call mine the attitude adjuster.

[@jordanbeatty244]

I KNOW ITS A LITTLE EXTRA STEP but when i knock out my upper race i lay a towel or rag across the top so when and if it shoots out the towel adds some weight to keep it from launching into my truck window

[@vh8765]

Enjoy the videos. I own a carbureted 04 Fatboy. I’ve done neck bearings in my old Suzuki GS but never my Fatboy. Actually, I’ve never done anything to my Fatboy, except oil changes and bolt on doodads.

[@shmave20]

Love your vids I also went to MMI but in Phoenix. I'm not a tech anymore but still play in my garage on my bikes. 1970 Suzuki t500 cafe and a 98 dyna lowrider. A cheap way to get a scissor lift is to take one out of a car and have plates welded on the top and bottom works great and I think I got 20 bucks in it. Just wanted to say keep up the good work...

[@streetpunk99]

Zepka is the shop where I'm from!

[@barryshapiro8894]

John, great videos! I have subscribed and really like the instructions. I just greased the neck bearings on my 2017 Street Glide 30K service. Totally agree with you about just replacing the bearings since it takes so much labor to get down to the frame. On this model, the frame head section is a single contained tube with upper and lower races. It looks like it would be easy to drill, tap and install a zerk grease fitting. Had I been prepared, I would have installed it. By the way, the bearings had very little grease and at 2 years in service, there was a small amount of wear lines appearing.

[@tomlazzara6193]

Another Dirty Thumbs UP!! Thank you John. Keep those how to vids coming. I also appreciate the extra info you add about the tools you use and recommend. ----Shirts? When you getting shirts for us Fans?

[@coloradokid1346]

Thanks John. Love your tech tips.

[@chrisphilhower6029]

I have never seen the Neck Races done before. Lisle makes a tool for pressing in Seals and Races. Its for Automotive. Only does one race a time. The HD tool pulls both in together. I'm guessing not a lot of torque is needed? The Jack you used, I bought one from Northern tools. Only cost me $100 or so. Mine came with Adapters to grab high frames. Since I store mine in the garage, And it doesn't get used much, I Oiled the Threaded Rod

[@TheHarleyTech]

Nah, slides right in. I think I might have seen some Lisle branded stuff on amazon when looking for the Jim’s stuff

[@BrewCityRider]

Nice...love watching the Pro's do these jobs - you make them look so quick and easy! Doesn't translate to the DIY'er garage like mine haha! Look forward to your wheel bearing vid because I'll be doing mine soon.

[@kennethreynolds8]

Another good informative and humorous video from the man J.M. I'm one of the thousands on the bell squad 👍

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks Kenneth!

[@nbt3663]

Yep me too. Need to try to get my doc bills paid so I can do the upgrade to the Patreon¿ deal.

[@samo7005]

John Maxwell hey you said ask how I know not to use a little grease when installing the race into the neck, and I’m real curious since I just did! Please splain. Thanks

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Digging the peg install tip.

[@patrickzambori473]

I'm a big fan of Zerk fittings in steering necks, and I did make that mistake with a Dyna >once< - now if I'm servicing a front end for a preferred customer, I will take the time to epoxy a thin sheet metal plate over that hole inside the steering neck and install neck bearings with rubber lip seals so the grease doesn't dribble all over the fender when it gets hot.

[@kevinmeehan4549]

Great video as always . RIP dyna . Expensive passenger foot peg install . I did it on my 13 streetbob .

[@copperdreams7783]

Thanks for the info I was just wondering about my 96 FXD when I should look at the neck bearings. I got about 5k left before the first interval but it will probably be a good winter project.

[@HARMARSCH2]

John, this was a very interesting video. Thank you for this.

[@jamessouthworth1699]

Do raked cups cause problems? I want to add a little rake to a Dyna, going from Superglide rake to Wideglide rake if I can.

[@paulsullivan931]

Hey John,thanks another cool vlog, always interesting and lots of cool information,looking forward to your next vlog 😃👍

[@stroutstergmail]

Hey John, thanks for all the awesome videos! I have a 07 Wide Glide with 56k and never even thought about neck bearing maintainence. Still rides and runs like new. I do all my own fluid changes and easy stuff but I guess my question is, what problems have you found with the twin cam 96 with high miles if any? It has a breather kit and Reinharts but other than that, pretty stock, bad ass engine. Thanks again for all you do. Ride safe.

[@scottgorman7166]

Good job again...neck bearings seem pretty easy...oh by the way when you were opening your gift packages I noticed an inner tube hanging up, is that you pool toy? LOL

[@TheHarleyTech]

Haha, it supposed to be in a video about tires. Ahhh. Never even finished the video. What a slacker....

[@TechnMoto]

Inexpensive parts on a Harley lol

[@CreedComander]

Techn' Moto under 100$ is inexpensive lol

[@jamessouthworth1699]

I buy a lot of used stuff if its not a wear item. It does save a lot of money but it takes patience for the right stuff to come along at the right price.

[@skippynj1979]

I got my neck bearings for 25 bucks... all balls

[@buddha65281]

Hey John, just a quick shout out to say how much I enjoy your channel.. Also, have you done a video on the ultra classic head beaings/wobble issues? 40k on my used 2005 and noticed it has wobble.. will check tire pressure and grease fitting... but was hoping you had some "highly untrained professional" input... Keep up the great content.

[@bobuccello6481]

You can always use a small scissor jack with brake disk welded to it.

[@Motonewbrider]

👍DIRTY THUMBS UP 👍

[@aortiz1105]

Great videos John. Looking for a video of adjust steering stem wobble or neck bearings. Haven’t seen any really online that go over how to adjust loose steering. Is that something you think you can give us?

[@redrider0151]

AWESOME Lowrider S!!! Hate that they let that bike go the way of the dinasours.

[@mopar21]

RedRider0151 love mine

[@DG-america]

Great vid as always john.

[@1320Exotic]

Great Video, Surprise Birthday for friend on Friday at Taco Mac in Newnan, so...No Bike Night for me. Congrats on Dealer show, that's badass. Keep On Keepin On.

[@1320Exotic]

Oh Shit...hope he's not a subscriber...Bwahahahaha

[@Peter-976]

John, have to ask, what model and make flipper knife is that you used to open the bearing packet.

[@dougfresh1341]

I kinda miss the big puff of smoke outta the vape... at least ya got that camera slap. Bam! Nice vid.

[@HotrodsMotorcycling]

Awesome video John.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks Hotrod!

[@larryshearin5015]

Oh it has a shift intacator Harley davidson on the handlebar

[@PikeyScott]

Here it is, 3 1/2 years later, and I'm replacing my neck bearings and removing my passenger peg mounts. What are the chances of these 2 specific tasks together in 1 video.

[@tylerschoup4397]

Zepka harley is a good spot great riding in western pa! Coming from a eastern pa guy!

[@LuisLopez-lj8lw]

Does this does this JIMS tool work on sportsters too? Or is a different toll for sportsters?

[@captnemomodelingzone7850]

Another great info. video like the jack. have a great week

[@adamblankenberg5680]

I’ll be at the bike night Friday and dropping mine off Saturday morning for some work

[@TheHarleyTech]

Cool! Look forward to seeing you!

[@mopar21]

How is the clearance between the buddy pegs and the rear fender with a passenger/ over bumps?

[@matts.1758]

I’d love to hear your thoughts on the famous dyna death wobble.

[@sirokalot]

Matt S. I replaced neck bearings. Wheel bearings and tires. Still had the wobble. Replaced fork oil and fixed it. But that was on my Dyna. Good luck getting it fixed.

[@davidbranas2546]

Matt S. Me too. It's happened to me a few times over 90 mph.

[@TheHarleyTech]

I should do a death wobble video.

[@matts.1758]

John Maxwell I’d be interested to hear an unprofessional’s take on it.

[@tylersorensen1716]

No problems if you keep your Neck bearings lubed and adjusted

[@Grunt49]

Thx for wisdom.Try some Justin Johnson music.

[@jeffshultz3883]

Great info John! Off topic question. Why would oil be oozing out of the very top of the tripple tree? Ya think the bolt may just be loose or something a bit more serious? I can turn a wrench but I'm no tech. Maybe just call for a service visit? Thanks John! Keep the great information coming.

[@TheHarleyTech]

The grease can separate and it looks like oil. That’s probably what it is.

[@jeffshultz3883]

John Maxwell Ok! Thanks John! Man I wish I knew half the things that you forgot about bikes and I could have an awesome channel like yours. No worries about this problem( for now). Until you're better paid Thanks John!

[@moorshound3243]

what about a sporty that lives outside & gets ridden every day with 30,000 on the clock would you say new bearings?

[@OFFICIALxGAMER]

I have a 2008 cross bones. Just got it. Trying to remove passenger pegs. They're what seems to be screwed on swing arm. When I lossen them the whole peg/mount just spins. Do you know if there is a bolt going threw the swing arm that the peg screws onto? Appreciate any help.

[@daviddunn5264]

Another great video ... keep up the good work.

[@fuzzyalison6722]

Thanks man another great video down.

[@SuperDave21]

The Dealer Show is on my birthday this year...! Woo Hoo, it's an omen! Is 58 too old to get your first Harley? lol...

[@kimharbison5277]

Nope, I was 60 when I bought my first Harley last year. Go for it...

[@deanropchan7213]

Where did you get that bracket that mounts up the drive belt gaurd in place of the passenger pegs?

[@dalejustdale1119]

I’d like to hear you talk about front endWobble and how to stop it :)

[@yourejustintim]

Can do a video on how to fix bike wobbles? Ive noticed some on the highway with my 04 Dyna.

[@edreviews]

John I just picked up a 17 Dyna Low Rider S. Like I said before luv the videos. Would like to know your input on fuel pack 3? Pricy so don’t know if it is worth it. It’s my first American bike. Still getting used to it. All the best to you.

[@mlunden11]

John have a question. How do u ck a coil if u can. With a little multi meter. Know ur busy. Thanks john Frm john. Lol. Ride safe

[@johncasor9698]

so how do we adjust the bearing load on the turning of the triple clamp ??? ...

[@FXFBNYC]

Dat FXDLS, and great video as always ! Keep up the dyna content!! Mr.Maxwell is it common for the 18 softails to have some grease seepage from the neck bearings? Noticed little residue near the neck. Love the videos brother! 👍🏻😎

[@johntojnar7070]

G’day John from sunny Brisbane in Queensland Australia....I’ve just discovered you on KZbin and have been enjoying your vids and your cracked humour.....what’s the chances of you doing a video on checking error codes ...? I’m getting a po5062 atm....low voltage to battery but I don’t know whether to change my voltage regulator, stator or maybe my whole wiring harness is history....08 Ultra....

[@TheHarleyTech]

I have a video on how to check codes, and a different one on how to check the charging system. I’m on my phone, so linking videos is a pain. Check my channel out!

[@jefffeudner408]

Loose Neck equals hi speed whip wobble. In the olden days there was a knob to tighten those tapers at speed. No passengers allowed. ;)

[@scottwilloughby3840]

Thanks great job thanks for the tips

[@TheHarleyTech]

Glad you enjoyed Scott!

[@blueovalOdell]

I ride a zx14, which I dubbed MONSTER14, but here I am watching work being done on Harley’s, because John M.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Those ZX14s are serious! Thanks for the support!

[@Dutch1911a1]

How about a Vid regarding front wheel chalks for the home do it guy! If they're... I don't know available.

[@hammerstube76]

How often John Maxwell should you have to adjust/tighten the neck bearings? My 2011 street glide now has 48 k miles on it i have only owned it for a couple years but in that time those bearings were tightened by harley under warranty about 5 to 6 times in a 20-30 thousand mile period. In 8 harleys and a rigid chopper i never adjusted any of those bikes neck bearings or did i have to replace them. All being older bikes softails i has 2005,2003. 2005 rigid 2002 electra glide 2004 dyna. not one of those did i ever have to mess with the neck bearings other then grease them. Now my 2011 is out of warranty and once again they need to be tightened. i complained about the neck bearings figuring that they might replace them but they never did and once again about 5 thousand miles they would say they needed to be tightened. Stating it as regular maintenance. Is that excessive? Thanks for your channel and any help advice.

[@wayneyancey6422]

I have a 2016 Road King. I would like my floor boards to be canted upwards similar to the Softtails. Is there a H-D or an after market part that will seamlessly to this on the Road King. Oh, good video today. But what else is new! Thanks

[@flytheedge]

Hey, John. At your dealership, what tools, jacks, special tools, etc. do you have to supply on your own?