Installing A Crash Bar On My 07 1200 Sportster

[@vraimondi]

Best "how to install highway bar on sportster"...well done, thank you.

[@PABeardedBiker]

Harley Street Bob thank you so much. I really appreciate that. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 👍🤘

[@mr.waffles2555]

Thanks for posting this. I wasn’t sure if the engine was being supported on that stabilizer and was apprehensive to remove the bolts until I knew. Good video.

[@PABeardedBiker]

Mr. Waffles no problem. I’m it helped. Be safe.

[@HarleyDayRider]

Another great how to video. You make working on the bike look so easy. Can't wait to see the highway peg video. Ride Safe

[@PABeardedBiker]

HarleyDayRider thanks. The highway peg video should be coming out soon. Thanks again

[@mikeashbaugh7773]

Thanks. Good video, nice to see someone else has a dirty sporty too

[@PABeardedBiker]

Mike Ashbaugh LoL. I should have washed her before filming. Thanks for watching.

[@s.goddard7356]

Thanks for the video. I was looking for what to take those screws out with, T45 torx. My instructions stated to torque the bolts to 25 -35 ft lbs. Nice job. btw My bike is dirty too.

[@PABeardedBiker]

S. Goddard Thanks. I tell everyone that I bought the bike to ride not to polish. Lol. I’m glad I could help.

[@junixsk8]

Thank you for the simple explanation. Very informative. Do you remember the length for the bottom bolts and the thread is the same 3/8-16?

[@PABeardedBiker]

DDias86 sorry it took me a while to get back to you. I went out and looked at my bike. The length should be 3/4” - 1”. I believe it was 3/8-16 but can’t confirm. Thanks for watching and be safe out there.

[@PABeardedBiker]

Thanks for the comment. Simple is always best. Be safe and enjoy the ride.

[@badgerfarmgirl336]

Great video..those bars are bike savers for sure

[@PABeardedBiker]

BadgerFarmGirl thank you for your comment. I am enjoying the bars even more now that I have my highway pegs installed. Thanks for watching. Enjoy the ride.

[@Jibiki]

Great job! How long should it take a competent mechanic to install an engine guard on a Harley Iron? Many thanks!

[@PABeardedBiker]

Jibiki thank you for subbing me and for the comment. It should only take about 10-15 minutes. I had to run to the store to get different bolts so it took me a little longer. It’s an easy install. You should have any problems. If you do let me know. 👍

[@Jibiki]

Thanks PABB! I'm not very mechanically inclined, but think I might be able to do this myself?! Of course if would help if I had decent tools! Thanks again, and keep up the great work!

[@peglegcraig1956]

Good video, they look good, I've been looking for some for my bike, now you need to give her a bath

[@Alpha-move]

Dude, i broke your 666 subscribers. Made it 667. Your welcome. Be blessed!

[@PABeardedBiker]

Thank you so much. I appreciate it. Ride safe. 👍

[@dakidsbac777]

Do you remember where did you get that round crash bar from?

[@PABeardedBiker]

It was either from eBay or Amazon. I can’t remember which one. 👍

[@dakidsbac777]

@@PABeardedBiker yea, I've been looking for weeks now and can't find those. The ones in video are regular round old school looking ones. The ones they sell now loog ugly.

[@Jibiki]

Hi PABB, newbie rider here. If you don't mind me asking, how long should it take a competent mechanic to change a front and rear tire on a Harley Iron? Also, the installation of a Daymaker (or equivalent) LED headlight? Thanks again:)

[@PABeardedBiker]

Jibiki if you have a motorcycle lift taking off the front and rear wheels should take about a half hour or so. The tires take a while if you’re using “spoons”. I take mine to to the dealership. They have all the tools to take the tires off and put the new ones on. The headlight would take about 15 minutes to a half hour if the LED headlight has the right adapter to fit the stock headlight plug. I have read instances that some aftermarket LED headlights require you to replace the headlight bucket because of all the plugs and adapters to go from incandescent light to LED. You’ll have to do some research. I think the “Harley” brand LED is a plug and play but they are pretty spendy. Hope this helps. PABB

[@Jibiki]

Thanks PABB. Appreciate your keen insight and advise. I lined up a reputable indie shop in my in my area (outside NYC) to change front an rear tires. At $95 per hour, how many hours should it take to do the entire job? Stay safe and well:)

[@PABeardedBiker]

Jibiki no problem. If they are taking off both wheels and replacing the tires probably an hour or hour and half depends. That about how long my Harley dealer would take. 👍

[@Jibiki]

Thanks PABB. That's exactly what I need to know! Take care----

[@PABeardedBiker]

Jibiki good luck. Let me know how you make out. 👍

[@coldblitz21]

What bolts 🔩 did you end up useing for the bottom holes 🕳

[@PABeardedBiker]

Looks like they are 3/8” course thread bolts.

[@jacobs6219]

What size are bottom bolts ?

[@PABeardedBiker]

If I recall they are 3/8” bolts. Thanks for watching?

[@KnifeCrazzzzy]

Nice bro way to keep it simple!

[@daxc1972]

I didn't have my glasses on and thought the title for your video was "Installing a cash bar...." I thought this guy has found a great way to make some extra money.... Lol. Good video btw.

[@PABeardedBiker]

Dax C LOL. I wish I could invent a cash bar. Thanks for the comment.

[@selenamclendon7512]

Thank you

[@PABeardedBiker]

Selena Mclendon you’re welcome

[@nasomaz]

I cannot get the damn bokts on top of the horn to budge.. any advice ?

[@PABeardedBiker]

nasomaz I know mine were pretty tight too. Definitely use something like WD-40 or PB Blaster. If you using a small ratchet you want to put a piece of pipe on the handle to get more leverage. Just be careful you strip the bolt end. Thanks for watching. Good luck. Let me know how you make out. 👍

[@nasomaz]

@@PABeardedBiker Yes I am worried I started to strip the bolt. Will give WD-40 a shot today. Thanks for the advice

[@PABeardedBiker]

nasomaz I’m hesitant to say it but as a last resort if you can get some heat to it with a small propane or butane torch that will help too. Just be very careful not to ignite the lubricant or the bike on fire. Keep a fire extinguisher handy just in case. I would only do that as a last ditch effort. Good luck man. Let me know how you make out. 👍

[@nasomaz]

@@PABeardedBiker got myself a half inch drive torque wrench and that did the trick. easy install !

[@PABeardedBiker]

nasomaz good deal. I’m glad everything worked out. 👍

[@44357514]

You could have washed the bike before taking a video of it.

[@PABeardedBiker]

44357514 ya I should have. Lol. Thanks for the comment.

[@ccruz979]

What a rude comment. Be grateful he's spending his time doing this video