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Where is the oil drain plug on a 2005 Harley Davidson?

Where is the oil drain plug on a 2005 Harley Davidson?

Look directly below the seat– and slightly behind it – underneath the frame to find the oil drain plug. Use a ratchet and 5/8-inch socket to remove the drain plug. Once loose, finish removing the plug by hand to avoid dropping it into the oil pan. Remove the oil reservoir cap to increase oil flow.

How often do you change the primary oil in a Harley?

You need to carry out Harley Davidson primary oil change every 5,000 miles if you want your bike to last long and perform efficiently.

Where is the oil drain plug on a Harley Davidson?

On page 102, there is a photograph of the oil pan. It shows the oil drain plug as being on the bottom of the pan and transmission drain plug as being on the side. Which one is the oil drain plug?? I called a Harley Davidson factory warranty representative at HD headquarters. He looked it up on the computer and talked to a factory tech.

Where is the oil drain plug on a mower?

It shows the transmission drain plug as being on the bottom of the pan (facing the ground) and the oil drain plug as being on the side of the pan (facing 9 o’clock when viewing the bike from the rear). The problem is, the owner’s manual shows exactly the opposite. On page 102, there is a photograph of the oil pan.

How do you drain oil from a motorcycle?

Stop the motor and lift the motorcycle into an upright position with a motorcycle stand. Unscrew the oil filler cap from the oil tank. Remove the oil drain plug from the bottom left side of the motor’s crankcase with a 5/8-inch socket. Place an oil pan beneath the drain plug and allow the oil to drain completely.

How do you change oil in a Harley Davidson Low Rider?

Pour the oil into plastic jugs once the oil resevoir has stopped draining. Replace the plug in the oil pan. You only need to snug it up against the O ring, which is responsible for the seal. Before installing the new oil filter, pour a little oil onto the O ring seal and use your finger to lubricate the entire surface.

Where is the oil drain plug on a Dyna Glide?

Place a catch pan under the engine and remove the oil drain plug using a 5/8″ wrench or socket. Be sure to collect the drain plug O-ring, as well. Figure 2. Oil drain plug location (left side of bike).

It shows the transmission drain plug as being on the bottom of the pan (facing the ground) and the oil drain plug as being on the side of the pan (facing 9 o’clock when viewing the bike from the rear). The problem is, the owner’s manual shows exactly the opposite. On page 102, there is a photograph of the oil pan.

Where is the oil drain plug on a V-twin?

Get down under your bike on the drive belt side. Look up underneath the primary cover. You’ll see a 5/8ths hex head bolt that’s mounted sideways into the oil pan. If you look a little further under and forward, you’ll see the transmission drain bolt that faces the ground.

How do you fix a Harley Davidson oil filter?

Spin the new filter onto its mount and hand tighten. Next, you will prep your drain plug. Remove the old ring and clean the plug thoroughly. Then, apply Teflon paste to the threads. Start the drain plug into the oil pan by hand. Snug it; and final tighten to 14 – 21 foot lbs.

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Ruth Doyle