Now to install the new forks.
Apply Loctite (HD recommends Loctite 262/red) to the pinch screws and start them in the threads, but leave them loose. Slide one of the forks into the triple tree. Measure the distance from the top of the upper fork bracket to the top of the fork assembly. Note that both sides need to be exactly the same measurement. HD recommends 0.338-0.468 inches (9.85-11.89 mm). Raising the forks higher will quicken the steering, so you decide how far up you want them. Some have slid them up until the contact the handlebars, others like the recommended height.
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Once you have the height set tighten the pinch screws to 30-35 ft-lbs (40.7-47.4 Nm).
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Repeat for the second fork. Make sure that this fork is set to the same measurement as the first one you installed.
Install the front wheel. First apply a light coat of anti-seize lubricant to the axle (some people prefer to use a bearing grease, HD recommends anti-seize). With the spacers in place put the wheel into position between the forks and slide the axle into place.
While holding the axle stationary, tighten the axle nut to 60-65 ft-lbs (81-88 Nm). 15/16 inch socket
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Tighten the pinch screw on the right fork to 41-48 ft-lbs (66.6-65.1 Nm) 8mm hex
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Install the brake calibers. It is recommended that you clean the screws of old Loctite. Then using Loctite install the brake calipers and tighten the mounting bolts to 28-38 ft-lbs (38.0-51.6 Nm) Use a 12 point 10mm socket. Give the break lever a squeeze or two to be sure that the pads seat against the pistons, release and be sure that the wheel spins free and true. Check break fluid level.
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Install front fender. Loctite the mounting bolts and torque to 15-19 ft-lbs (20.4-25.8Nm). Use a 6mm hex
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Finished.
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Time to ride!
Apply Loctite (HD recommends Loctite 262/red) to the pinch screws and start them in the threads, but leave them loose. Slide one of the forks into the triple tree. Measure the distance from the top of the upper fork bracket to the top of the fork assembly. Note that both sides need to be exactly the same measurement. HD recommends 0.338-0.468 inches (9.85-11.89 mm). Raising the forks higher will quicken the steering, so you decide how far up you want them. Some have slid them up until the contact the handlebars, others like the recommended height.
Once you have the height set tighten the pinch screws to 30-35 ft-lbs (40.7-47.4 Nm).
Repeat for the second fork. Make sure that this fork is set to the same measurement as the first one you installed.
Install the front wheel. First apply a light coat of anti-seize lubricant to the axle (some people prefer to use a bearing grease, HD recommends anti-seize). With the spacers in place put the wheel into position between the forks and slide the axle into place.
While holding the axle stationary, tighten the axle nut to 60-65 ft-lbs (81-88 Nm). 15/16 inch socket
Tighten the pinch screw on the right fork to 41-48 ft-lbs (66.6-65.1 Nm) 8mm hex
Install the brake calibers. It is recommended that you clean the screws of old Loctite. Then using Loctite install the brake calipers and tighten the mounting bolts to 28-38 ft-lbs (38.0-51.6 Nm) Use a 12 point 10mm socket. Give the break lever a squeeze or two to be sure that the pads seat against the pistons, release and be sure that the wheel spins free and true. Check break fluid level.
Install front fender. Loctite the mounting bolts and torque to 15-19 ft-lbs (20.4-25.8Nm). Use a 6mm hex
Finished.
Time to ride!
