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Install Saddlebags, Speedometer and Other Finishing Touches From "Classic Rides" episode DCLR-109

Host Kevin Tetz is down to the wire with the '65 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide restoration. All that's left is to install the saddlebags, speedometer and a few finishing touches before he takes the project bike for a spin.

Kevin found some used saddlebags that were dirty, but otherwise in good shape. The tops were cleaned, the sides color sanded and buffed -- and a bit of touch-up paint was added. The original framework and mounting hardware will be reused.

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C

Installing the Saddlebag

• The right saddlebag support bracket attaches to the fender strut, using the mounting bolts.

  Note: As always, when installing trim parts, add Threadlocker to the fastener. The blue medium Threadlocker will hold fast -- but can be dismantled.

• Tighten the bolts using a ratchet wrench with an Allen key bit.

• Install the chain guard (figure A) because it has to go on before the brackets. (Again, blue Threadlocker is applied to the fastener.)

• Install the fasteners and tighten them down.

• Install the left support bracket just like the right one was.

• The rear bumper guard (figure B) goes on, slipping it into place -- and install the fasteners.

  Note: The original guards were also in bad shape. The reproductions work beautifully, however.

  Tip: The photographs you took at the start of the restoration project (suggested in the first episode) will come in handy here as you assemble and re-install the trim and accessories.

• The saddlebag is placed in the support bracket and snapped into place. The inside saddlebag clip also helps keep it secure.

• The lid goes on and is locked in place (figure C).

Installing the Speedometer

• Screw the unit onto the speedometer stem, and attach the electrical connection.

• Then the unit is placed into the console and secured to the frame using the fasteners and retaining clips (figure D).

• The console cover goes into place and is secured with the center mounting bolt.

• Finally, the mileage counter knob is installed on the side of the unit (figure E).

Figure D

Figure E

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	Figure G
	Figure H
	Figure I

Final Touches

• A new chrome battery face plate (figure F) goes on and is snapped into place.

• Then the top cover goes on along with the retaining bracket, which is screwed and tightened into place.

• A shiny new chrome cover goes over the kick-start spring and is screwed into place.

• The kick-start pedal (figure G) slips onto the shaft and is tapped in place with a mallet. The mounting bolt secures the pedal to the shaft.

• Next is the new foot brake pedal, which slips onto the bracket and shaft and is tapped in place and secured with a bolt.

• The reconditioned floorboard goes on and is secured with the fasteners.

• On the other side the newly painted kickstand is installed, and the top nut secures that to the bracket.

• The Silver powder-coated shift cover (figure H) is installed and secured with mounting screws.

• The left-side floorboard is installed.

• The shift pedal goes on and slips onto the shaft -- and is tapped into place and secured with the retaining bolt.

• The brand new ignition coil cover is installed and tightened down. The spark plug wires are connected from the coil to the two spark plugs.

• The final touch -- the brand new mirrors, which slip into the handlebar fitting -- are secured with a bolt and nut (figure I).

In the final segment of this project Kevin looks at some riding gear, recaps the project and takes the fully restored '65 Electra Glide for a ride.

RESOURCES :

The Eastwood Company

The Eastwood Company is a supplier of automotive-restoration parts, tools and supplies.

The Easthill Group, Inc.
The Eastwood Company
Website: www.eastwoodco.com

Knoxville Harley-Davidson Information
Knoxville Harley-Davidson/Buell
Website: www.HarleyofKnoxville.com

Restoration Parts (Custom Chrome)
Custom Chrome
Website: www.customchrome.com

Reproduction Windshields and Other Parts
National Cycle, Inc.
Website: www.nationalcycle.com

Specialty Tools and Kits
Cruz Tools
Website: www.cruztools.com

Motorcycle Covers
Covercraft Quality Softgoods
Covercraft Industries, Inc.
Website: www.covercraft.com

GUESTS :

William "Dunk" Dunkelberger
Restoration Coordinator / Mechanic
Harrly Hoggs & Piggletts
1409 Piney Rd.
Maryville, TN 37803
Phone: 865-681-7699
E-mail: hoggsandpiggletts@yahoo.com