Category: Motorcycle Maintenance
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DIY vs Dealer — A Real-World Three‑Hole Oil Change Experience Servicing your own motorcycle is one of those topics that always sparks debate. Some riders swear by the DIY approach, others won’t touch a wrench and prefer the peace of mind of a dealer stamp. Recently on the Throttle Reborn YouTube channel, I decided to…
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Let’s talk motorcycle maintenance. If you’re anything like me and prefer doing your own servicing at home, you’ll know that some jobs are straightforward… and some are a bit awkward. On a Harley‑Davidson, a standard three‑hole oil change means draining and refilling the engine, transmission, and primary. And to refill the primary properly, the bike…
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This is the short version of a long internal debate I had after getting a quote for my 2019 Harley‑Davidson Heritage Classic. I bought the bike secondhand about five months ago — my first Harley and my first bike in over 30 years — and it’s due for a 32,000 km service. The dealer quote…
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I posted a video about the Harley‑Davidson Softail recall announced on 9 June 2025 because my 2019 Heritage 114 is on the list. After calling my local dealer in Brisbane, removing my seat, and inspecting the rear shock area, here’s a clear, practical guide based on what I saw and what dealers are telling owners…