What Did You Do To Your Freewheeler Today?

[Jack Klarich]

HD Chrome Shift Linkage install ... went very smoothly. A classy tasty look imho

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Looks good, plus you do not have to worry about the rod ends falling off like the OEM ones

 

[SouthportFLRT]

Installed my Lindby Engine Guard and CD Luggage Run/Brake Light.

Finally was able to assemble and install my Lindby 1702 that I had oiriginally installed on my 2015 SGS. Also completed the task of adding the CD Luggage Rack Run/Brake light. I have some Avon grips to replace those that the previous owner had installed. I believe I will enjoy the Avon's much more so than the hard rubber H-D grips. Ordered some Heim joints for my FLRT and wife's FatBoy Lo. The manager at Lindby Customs asked me to send him some pics as he thought that if their website displayed a Freewheeler with their guard...it may stimulate some sales. Henry, the manager at Lindby Customs, was very helpful supplying a needed part. Lost the "cage nut" that is needed to secure the guard to the frame. I realize I am not the first Freewheeler owner to use the Lindby...hopefully not the last either. It is a 2019 M8 114. Trike had only 1107 miles on it when I purchased it from the previous owner. From Deland FL to now residing in Southport NC.

 

[SouthportFLRT]

Captain Itch Crotch Cooler

I forgot that I also was able to install my Capt. Itch Crotch Cooler. After some minor modifications, in order to accommodate the Mustang seat, modifications that Isabel, the wife of Capt. Itch suggested, I was able to fully fit the Crotch Cooler. And yes, I had previously used the Crotch Cooler on my SGS. Similar to the crocodile insert that Noodles 107 has done to his FLRT, the Cooler definitely helps to deflect some of the heat from the 114. Next to be installed is the DEI heat shield insulation. But first...seeing the dentist in the morning to have a broken wisdom tooth extracted. Ahhh yes...the Golden Years. HAH!

 

[Noodles107]

View attachment 112884View attachment 112885View attachment 112886View attachment 112887Finally was able to assemble and install my Lindby 1702 that I had oiriginally installed on my 2015 SGS. Also completed the task of adding the CD Luggage Rack Run/Brake light. I have some Avon grips to replace those that the previous owner had installed. I believe I will enjoy the Avon's much more so than the hard rubber H-D grips. Ordered some Heim joints for my FLRT and wife's FatBoy Lo. The manager at Lindby Customs asked me to send him some pics as he thought that if their website displayed a Freewheeler with their guard...it may stimulate some sales. Henry, the manager at Lindby Customs, was very helpful supplying a needed part. Lost the "cage nut" that is needed to secure the guard to the frame. I realize I am not the first Freewheeler owner to use the Lindby...hopefully not the last either. It is a 2019 M8 114. Trike had only 1107 miles on it when I purchased it from the previous owner. From Deland FL to now residing in Southport NC.

Nice pics James ... you should throw a couple up on the "Got Pics" thread

 

[Noodles107]

Thanks so much to Josh and the guys at www.thefactorymatch.com ... Sent them the stock Oil Cooler Cover (in matte black) and they sent it back to me painted in HD Vivid Black Factory Matched to my 2017 RT. Came out super cool. Painters comments ... Customer part previously painted (badly by me) removed old paint, prime, block, paint, clear, buff, seal. Spoiler painted in Vivid Black. Really Wicked!

 

[Jack Klarich]

Greased my shifter shaft bushing before a ride today

It makes for better shifting and less rattle in the linkage

HD used to @ the factory install these fittings, I think MY 2000 was the last factory installed fittings, I am sure the bean counters saved the MOCO about $1.00 on each bike

 

[JTJersey]

Greased my shifter shaft bushing before a ride today It makes for better shifting and less rattle in the linkage HD used to @ the factory install these fittings, I think MY 2000 was the last factory installed fittings, I am sure the bean counters saved the MOCO about $1.00 on each bike

How did you go about greasing the bushing? I got the Kuryakyn shift linkage on mine.

 

[Jack Klarich]

How did you go about greasing the bushing? I got the Kuryakyn shift linkage on mine.

If you look at the picture in my last post you will see the grease zerk I installed, like the factory used to ( the fitting is drilled and tapped into the primary cover where the shift shaft passes thru)

Look @ #24 in this diagram

A couple pumps from a grease gun goes a long way

 

[ChopperBill]

$22 Amazon

 

[JTJersey]

$22 Amazon

Little concerned about that price.

 

[rhino 2]

Little concerned about that price.

Cheap at twice that price.......:Shrug:...

 

[Jack Klarich]

Cheap at twice that price.......:Shrug:...

Cheap chrome to boot :laugh:

There is a reason Amazon has a lot of these parts for a low price

 

[Jack Klarich]

Replaced all 4 plugs today, the RS plugs were loose from the factory

 

[Triterrier]

Cleaned it up after last weeks long overnight ride. Ceramic wax, polish chrome and all. No ride today it appeared a storm was lurking....... It looks good now though!

 

[Noodles107]

Cleaned it up after last weeks long overnight ride. Ceramic wax, polish chrome and all. No ride today it appeared a storm was lurking....... It looks good now though!

Looks great Mike ... you should throw a couple of snapshots up in the "Got Pics" thread

 

[Noodles107]

Added this really cool HD Clock this morning ... loved it when I saw it in the posts from priell3 and JTJersey. Thought it looked great and the quality is exactly what I expected from HD. So for versatility it also worked out right for me. priell3 mounted his right side low, JT inside the fairing and I put it left side high. Love it ...

 

[Noodles107]

Also picked up these new shades from HD ... On sale for $31.50 from the "Twin Eyewear" Collection. All 3 colors on sale. Great bang for the buck imo

 

[JTJersey]

Also picked up these new shades from HD ... On sale for $31.50 from the "Twin Eyewear" Collection. All 3 colors on sale. Great bang for the buck imo

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If I could get my prescription in them I might go for them.

 

[Jack Klarich]

I got tired of having to get a screwdriver to take my seat off, you got to remove the seat to adjust the rear shocks, anyway I am cheap so I found a furniture eye bolt I had laying around

The threads were right so I sawed it off and chased the threads, painted it gloss black

Now I can turn it on and off by hand, I will get my wife to snap a pic I( I am camera challenged)

I found a pic online that looks very similar to what I started with

 

[JTJersey]

I got tired of having to get a screwdriver to take my seat off, you got to remove the seat to adjust the rear shocks, anyway I am cheap so I found a furniture eye bolt I had laying around. The threads were right so I sawed it off and chased the threads, painted it gloss black. Now I can turn it on and off by hand, I will get my wife to snap a pic I( I am camera challenged)

I found a pic online that looks very similar to what I started with

My only concern is making it a bit easier for thieves to take your seat. I did get a couple of these over the winter looking for tie down points for gear with my sissy bar attached. Strapping to the bar itself doesn't work very well, especially at speed. Was going to paint them black, but found something that worked out a bit better that was already powder coated black and didn't interfere with mounting the sissy bar.

 

[Jack Klarich]

My only concern is making it a bit easier for thieves to take your seat. I did get a couple of these over the winter looking for tie down points for gear with my sissy bar attached. Strapping to the bar itself doesn't work very well, especially at speed. Was going to paint them black, but found something that worked out a bit better that was already powder coated black and didn't interfere with mounting the sissy bar.

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Yeah JT, I thought about the theft thing, the OEM seat screw can be removed using a coin from your pocket. If they want to steal your seat they will get it no matter what we do, I'd rather they steal the trike, it is insured for full replacement value thanks to Jim Palmer

I like the tie downs you put on, very big plus IMO

 

[SouthportFLRT]

D.E.I 901045 and Heim Joints

Finished the installation of the Design Engineering Inc. 901045 Heat Shield Liners on my 2019 FLRT which fit perfectly. Kudos to D.E.I. for their expertise in creating the product. $67.50 w/Free shipping from an Ebay vendor located in Centerberg OH. Yep, small town is geographically in the center of Ohio. Installed heim joints on the stock linkage on my wife's FatBoy Lo as well as my FLRT. Hoping to get out for a ride later today to test the results. Having read so many other's opinions regarding the stock shifter joints...pressed into place with questionable life expectancy....I opted for Stainless Steel heim joints. Had to order 4 Cap screws from Beach House H-D...Harley part #4192. Easy-peasy installation with thanks to various YouTubers. As for Seat Post Screw...I opted for a Stainless 1/4-20 x 2 inch Allen-Drive Cap screw. The Mustang seat made it difficult to use any other type of bolt. Plus the security of the Allen-Drive....keeping a set of Hex Keyes in the trunk.

 

[SouthportFLRT]

D.E.I. 901045

I mistakenly stated that the D.E.I. 901045 was $87.50 w/Free Shipping. Major error. The Kit was and remains today $69.70 w/Free Shiiping.. Yes, Ebay adds State Tax, but one heck of a deal nonetheless. A major measurable decrease in felt engine heat. I also use a Captain Itch Crotch Cooler. Not saying that the combination is akin to having an A/C unit....but a close 2nd..maybe (?) for both Rider and Passenger.

 

[jcrp]

End of a 3 week project

Hello,

This is the last 3 weeks or so

added driving lights, luggage rack DK cooling fins, since I live in Arizona, Hogworkz mid mount air deflectors, also S&S 55 mil manifold and NICECNC Fuel Injector Rail Fuel Rail, also put in LED eagle rears, and led headlight, and a K&N air filter. I also got a softail tranny lid and vented it.

From Sierra Vista, AZ

 

[Jack Klarich]

Greased my shift shaft bushing and installed a seat bolt that doubles as a tie down

 

[JTJersey]

Greased my shift shaft bushing and installed a seat bolt that doubles as a tie down

I may have to steal that seat bolt idea. I like it.

 

[rhino 2]

I may have to steal that seat bolt idea. I like it.

Just don’t park at Walmart…Jose might need a new seat for his zero turn..-..

 

[Jack Klarich]

Just don’t park at Walmart…Jose might need a new seat for his zero turn..-..

Hope Jose is not allergic to lead:laugh:

 

[rhino 2]

Hope Jose is not allergic to lead:laugh:

--………..

 

[RKplus10]

My seat bolt was a valve cover bolt in a previous life.