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Jan 6th, 2007, 09:15 AM
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#1 | | Newbie
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Have a 06 streetglide,and want to remove the fairing to adjust the handlebars. The local harley mechanic said after removal i need a special tool install the ignition switch which i can't buy. all this to adjust handlebars?????? Please help!!!!!! | 
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Jan 6th, 2007, 09:31 AM
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#2 | | More than 100 posts!
Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Boise, ID
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| A buddy of mine has an 06 Stretglide. We removed and reinstalled his fairings without any special tools. There were some difficulties but it can be done with some perseverance. | |
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Jan 6th, 2007, 06:54 PM
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#3 | | Moderator Has posted 500+
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| moe, the special tool he was refering to is used to remove the ign switch so you are able to getthe plate off, so you can get to the allen screws holding your bars. if you have your service manual, it will take you through the steps really well. the special tool is a small screw driver to hold a tab while turning the key.....it is a cakewalk...if you use the steps in the service manual.....which is the BEST tool you can own
chuck | 
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Jan 7th, 2007, 11:26 PM
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#4 | | Newbie
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| thanks for the in put. the mechanic showed me a t-handle type of key that is needed to re-install the ignition switch. getting a shop manual this week, and giving it a go. | |
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Jan 8th, 2007, 06:36 AM
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#5 | | Moderator Has posted 500+
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| i am not sure what the T-handle is, but i have had mine out a couple of times....the service manual will explain it in detail.....best tool for the buck!!!
chuck | |
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Jan 8th, 2007, 03:43 PM
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#6 | | Has posted 500+
Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Stanton, NJ
Posts: 1,287 Model: 04 Dyna WG (with a 240 rear tire) Interests: Harleys, drag racing, family, fishing, my rottweilers, the UFC Occupation: Carpenter/Builder
| Chuck, that's the best advice yet. The service manual for your bike IS the best tool you can own. It is indispensible in your shop when working on your bike. At least it's one tool that's always available.  | |
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Jan 9th, 2007, 10:39 AM
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#7 | | Has posted 500+
Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: cheyenne wy
Posts: 785 Model: 06 flhxi Interests: family,fun, fast chrome Occupation: causing hate and discontent
| the manual will also give pictures sometimes and you can build your own tool | |
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Jan 9th, 2007, 11:43 AM
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#8 | | Moderator Has posted 500+
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| hey moe..........how is the handle bar and fairing going??
chuck | |
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Jan 10th, 2007, 12:56 AM
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#9 | | Newbie
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| i'm going to get a manual saturday, i might pick up a cruise control unit and install it while i have the fairing off. thanks for asking. | |
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Jan 12th, 2007, 07:37 AM
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#10 | | Has posted 500+
Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: cheyenne wy
Posts: 785 Model: 06 flhxi Interests: family,fun, fast chrome Occupation: causing hate and discontent
| HEY moe, If I was thunkin with half a brain I could have faxed or sent you a copy of the method, and you could have been done by now. so if you don't get your manuel let me know and I can copy the section you need. | |
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Jan 17th, 2007, 09:29 AM
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#11 | | Newbie
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| ok, i should have been specific in my first post, i need to remove the inner fairing and fairing cap (part under the ingnition switch) question: can i remove the ingnition switch knob with out putting the forks in the lock position. | |
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