not for the meek

[quasi]

all apart for plugs/wires and JT's air cleaner assembly. only a fuzz under 14,000 miles but I think this might be a good time to remove the rocker covers and check some clearances.IMG_6434.JPGIMG_6435.JPGIMG_6436.JPG

[Chupaca]

While your there and in the mood....and you have a V-Twin... most don't or have not needed any adjustment at that mileage and I have almost 40,000 and still good but be sure you have what you need to do it...busy man with fun projects...enjoy..

[Bensonoid]

That nightmare is still fresh in my mind...I did it to mine about 3 months ago. The scars on my hands are barely noticeable now.

[ARtraveler]

10 points for bravery. Some of those jobs can be daunting. The is not a user friendly machine when it comes to working on them.

[BajaRon]

It is extremely rare that you will need cam/lifter/shim adjustment. Even after 50k it's not common to need it.

[DGoebel]

Kudo's to you (oh mighty mariner), I just looked at changing my '13's air filter and didn't even try it. I've removed the frunk, all the tupperware, and the rear tire, but getting under that tank/dash is too tight for my meaty paws... I'm gonna pay a dealer for that job....

[spacetiger]

While you have it apart, I would suggest you wrap the exhaust to keep the heat in check.

Most have used the standard exhaust wrap but I found the 1" or 2" thick ceramic blanket material to be superior in heat insulation. It can take 2,300 degrees F all day no issues, much easier to put on, and is cheap; here is an example on ebay for some 2" thick stuff for $20.:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Ceramic-Fib....c100005.m1851

Once on, I used an aluminum dryer duct cut lengthwise to encase the ceramic blanket. It looks clean and really cuts down the heat.

A pic of the job on my 2013 STL


Jerry

[youngers]

all apart for plugs/wires and JT's air cleaner assembly. only a fuzz under 14,000 miles but I think this might be a good time to remove the rocker covers and check some clearances.IMG_6434.JPGIMG_6435.JPGIMG_6436.JPG

hahahhaa , need to ride in the parade with all the skins off ( I give up , where are the plugs ? )

[quasi]

hahahhaa , need to ride in the parade with all the skins off ( I give up , where are the plugs ? )

front plug just forward of the throttle body on right side of head. you can see the ribbed loom on the plug wire. rear plug on left side of the engine. worst part was getting the airbox base out as I didn't want to remove the right lateral stabilizer bar. it was tight but it came out with some persuasion. the entire airbox assy is out including the resonator portion.

[Mikey]

They look so sad without all the Tupperware off them, like a wet puppy! Your a better man than I, Good luck!

[Indiana Ken]

I have a 2012 RTSE5 with 18k on it. I took the bike from my house here in Indiana to my daughters house in Rock Hill SC. My winter projects are
Bleed brakes, check pads / wear.
Oil Change - check all fluids.
Replace rear tire (have General Altimax R43 ready to install.
Replace plastic belt tensioner with DOC's metal one.
Install Elkas on all three
We were lucky enough to win the bid on a pair of custom hubs at last years Spiderfest - so I added new General Altimax R43's to these, and they are ready to mount on the bike.
Install new seal on frunk.

I am not a mechanic, or experienced on this mechanical stuff. But I don't think I'm to thick in the head, plus there a great how to videos to follow for most of this stuff. Plus I am excited to get south and start working on my bike.

I would welcome any suggestions the more skilled have to offer.

Next year, I want to tackle plugs, wires, air filter

[Saluda]

X rated nudity ??

[Bob Denman]

Nekkid Spyder!!

[quasi]

While you have it apart, I would suggest you wrap the exhaust to keep the heat in check.

Most have used the standard exhaust wrap but I found the 1" or 2" thick ceramic blanket material to be superior in heat insulation. It can take 2,300 degrees F all day no issues, much easier to put on, and is cheap; here is an example on ebay for some 2" thick stuff for $20.:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Ceramic-Fib....c100005.m1851

Once on, I used an aluminum dryer duct cut lengthwise to encase the ceramic blanket. It looks clean and really cuts down the heat.

A pic of the job on my 2013 STL


Jerry

thanks, gonna order some of this. splitting aluminum dryer duct is a good idea.