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DDan1967
16th October 2008, 07:27
I've looked at the MyServicesheet dot com Website and it's demo. I don't see how this will really help anyone to service thier bike as it doens't really cover servicing the bike, it covers upgrades.

I don't know if it's new, but I just discovered the "Service Check-Up" page on the Harley-Davidson site. It's under the "Owners" tab.

https://www.harley-davidson.com/EX/MNT/SCHK/en/servicecheckup.asp?bmLocale=en_US&ilaction=init

It breaks down what needs to be done to actually service your bike at any particular mileage.

Here is an example I just pulled up for my bike.

2007 SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM - XL1200C
VIN: 1HD1CT3117K------

Approximate Mileage: 9300


AT 10,000 MILES / 16,000 KILOMETERS

ITEM SERVICED
PROCEDURE
NOTES

Engine oil and filter
Replace


Oil lines and brake system
Inspect for leaks
1

Air cleaner
Inspect, service as required


Tires
Check pressure, inspect tread


Wheel spokes
Check tightness
1,3

Transmission lubricant
Replace


Clutch
Check adjustment
1

Primary chain
Check adjustment


Rear belt and sprockets
Inspect, adjust belt
1

Throttle, brake and clutch controls
Check, adjust and lubricate
1

Jiffy stand
Inspect and lubricate
1

Fuel lines and fittings
Inspect for leaks
1

Brake fluid
Check levels and condition
4

Brake pads and discs
Inspect for wear


Front brake lever pin
Inspect
1,2

Brake caliper pins
Inspect
1,2

Brake caliper boots and bushings
Inspect
1,2

Rear master cylinder outer boot
Inspect
1,2

Electrical equipment and switches
Check operation


Engine idle speed
Check adjustment
1

Front fork oil
Replace every 50,000 miles (80,000 kilometers)
1

Rear fork bearings
Replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 kilometers)
1

Shock absorbers
Inspect
1

Critical fasteners
Check tightness
1

Engine mounts and stabilizer links
Inspect
1

Road test
Verify component and system functions


NOTES

1. Should be performed by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer, unless you have the proper tools, service data and are mechanically qualified

2. Replace every four (4) years

3. Not all vehicles are equipped with spoke wheels. Consult appropriate topic in service manual

4. Replace every two (2) years

Of course it's much neater than would copy and past into this forum. But I think you get my drift.

calfunk
16th October 2008, 07:37
Thanks for the link, good one.

These needed to be replaced every 4 years!!?

Front brake lever pin
Inspect
1,2

Brake caliper pins
Inspect
1,2

Brake caliper boots and bushings
Inspect
1,2

Rear master cylinder outer boot
Inspect
1,2

ColinB
16th October 2008, 07:42
mmm...I have to say that, if you were doing your own service, then you should have a service manual and the service schedule is printed in the front of it.

chrishajer
16th October 2008, 08:00
Hi.

We created ServiceSheet.com (http://www.servicesheet.com/) in 2005 for dealerships and shops that work on Harley-Davidson motorcycles. When we started out, that H-D.com service page was there, but the information was incomplete and sometimes inaccurate. Also, it was not well suited for printing by the dealership, and didn't offer the ability for the dealer to add their own branding to the sheets they'd give to their customer. In short, it was not something a professional shop could present to their customer. How would you feel if a shop handed you a printout of that page they printed out from the H-D website?

After offering ServiceSheet to dealerships and shops for a while, we started getting requests for something just like it, but for people who work on their own bikes. So, we created MyServiceSheet with all the same data we use for ServiceSheet, but with some additional features for people who work on their own bikes. Most useful, I think, is the ability to enter the services you've already performed into the system to have your service history all in one place. Then, you can add any future services to the system and have all your service data in one place. You can look back at any time and see what services were performed when, and what notes you might have made at the time. You can reprint any of your old sheets and you can print the complete history if you like. You can save the sheets as PDFs on your computer, or you can print them out and keep them with all your motorcycle paperwork.

Having a detailed service history is important for getting warranty work performed. You don't have to have your scheduled maintenance performed by a dealership to get warranty coverage, but there are maintenance requirements, and documenting them all in one place makes it that much easier should you have a problem in the future. Having the service history all in one place is nice for when you go to sell the bike as well.

It's not for everyone, I agree. It doesn't tell you *how* to perform the maintenance, just what maintenance needs to be performed at what interval. If you want to learn how to perform the maintenance, I suggest the Fix My Hog (http://www.fixmyhog.com/) DVDs. If you choose to purchase a Fix My Hog DVD, you can opt for a MyServiceSheet subscription for just $10. If you don't want to purchase a DVD, you can contact me for a coupon that will still get you half-off a subscription.

If you have any other questions or comments, please feel free to email me directly at chris@myservicesheet.com (mailto:chris@myservicesheet.com). Thanks.

milmat1
16th October 2008, 12:34
I use Service Sheet for doing my own Service, And have been very happy with it.

It's not a "how to" but it does provide professional documentation of the service. Which is great for warranty or for re-sale value.
It would certainly influence me if I were buying a used bike to know all the scheduled work had been documented..