Man, whole lot more tech in there than my 20 year old sportster. Thanks for the run down. other than tires, I'm the only one that has taken a wrench to the bike.
Because of my interest in this bike along with being a DIY person I found this video an incredible help in my understanding of this bike! Thanks So Much!
Personally, I would reconnect the rubos to the air intake, putting the filter outside, where they have gone all their lives. And I would convert all that dead space in the air box into storage.
Holy crap that bike would be easy to vinyl wrap for customization. That tank and fenders are so simple and easy to wrap with that center console the way it is.
Great video. I just bought mine on Memorial Day and you answered many questions. The new chin straps exposed the mounting holes for either the crash bar or the foreword controls, but not both. I installed the crash bar on my bike. Question-how do I replace the spark plugs?
Nice! Congrats on the newly acquired Nightster! I haven't yet found the spark plug location but I will be digging into this bike frequently, so if I see something I will definitely say so. We have some cool parts for this bike in development already. Not able to say publicly yet but If u get a chance, shoot me an email at dealersupport@dean-speed.com and I'll get u the inside track. Also, ide like to see how your crash bars are mounted up.
I just got this bike and I'm looking to put a windscreen on. Did you ever find a way to pop open those clips to get that front fairing off? I've thought about using needle nose pliers but I am worried about breaking them. Great video! Thanks for this break down!
Congrats on the new bike! I would probably resort to needle nose pliers as well. I believe the part u need to compress is metal so less chance of breakage, however I would still be extra careful.
@@aztriumphster The pliers didn't work at all. Turns out you can just pull this thing off. It takes some force, so make sure the bike is stable. This is what the maintenance guide says to do as well!
Just pull from the top…that’s how it is designed, no special tools needed, very easy and takes seconds to pull off and put your windscreen on or vice versa. Great design and great bike.
Indian scout is a very uncomfortable bike + Indian motorcycle parts are more expensive. Both Indian scout and Harley-Davidson sportster S are close to hard tail comfort.
Agreed and I LOVED the scout bobber but there are such few dealerships and theyre screwed by production slowing. I like both companies. NOT a fan of the new Harley Revs.
did you end up changing the front brake line with a new bar setup? Is it as simple as what you said as to just get a straight banjo to go on the abs module and a fitting on the reservoir and a custom threaded line? Trying to figure it out on my fiances new 2023 and no dealer ive called seems to have a clue. 10mm x 1.00 banjo bolts seem to be what is on it but I havent actually taken them off to check yet.
@alejandrocorona3966 you will need to gain access to the ABS junction block which is just in front of the air box. Remove the components above the junction block so you can remove the factory line that runs from the block to the master cylinder and replace it with the aftermarket line.
@@alejandrocorona3966 no. Since the only air you are introducing into the system is in the brake line above the junction block, it doesn't affect the functionality of the ABS.
Man, whole lot more tech in there than my 20 year old sportster. Thanks for the run down. other than tires, I'm the only one that has taken a wrench to the bike.
Because of my interest in this bike along with being a DIY person I found this video an incredible help in my understanding of this bike! Thanks So Much!
Thanks for the positive feedback William. Definitely more to come very soon.
Personally, I would reconnect the rubos to the air intake, putting the filter outside, where they have gone all their lives. And I would convert all that dead space in the air box into storage.
Great in-depth video. Thanks man, i'll be keeping an eye on the nightster over the next year or 2 and think about picking one up
Thanks for the walk around and chat .
Holy crap that bike would be easy to vinyl wrap for customization. That tank and fenders are so simple and easy to wrap with that center console the way it is.
u just sorted a mystery done by Harley✅💥
Good video. Really looking forward to what you guys do with this platform. Take care.
Excited to see what you guys come with!
A good review. Lots of interesting design decisions were made.
Smaller billet velocity stacks will probably add a good amount of power. Those are so long!
Very cool video.
Can you post a video on how to remove and replace the battery?
I’d love to see someone make an extended shift lever like maybe an inch or two longer. It’s a little short and makes it feel cramped when you shift
Please do more content on this bike I recently got mine, the 23 S edition and want to upgrade it more but am clueless as it’s my first bike.
Great video, thanks.
Love mine so far
Thank you!
the bike is amazing, I just don't like the exhaust, and I can't find any aftermarket similar to the low rider S model :/
Good vid bro. Pity the bikes so fugly on the left side.
Don't think HD makes much aftermarket for it.
Great video. I just bought mine on Memorial Day and you answered many questions. The new chin straps exposed the mounting holes for either the crash bar or the foreword controls, but not both. I installed the crash bar on my bike. Question-how do I replace the spark plugs?
Nice! Congrats on the newly acquired Nightster! I haven't yet found the spark plug location but I will be digging into this bike frequently, so if I see something I will definitely say so. We have some cool parts for this bike in development already. Not able to say publicly yet but If u get a chance, shoot me an email at dealersupport@dean-speed.com and I'll get u the inside track. Also, ide like to see how your crash bars are mounted up.
sorry to say but this bike looks like a nightmare to mod or work on
Where is the tender pigtail located?
I just got this bike and I'm looking to put a windscreen on. Did you ever find a way to pop open those clips to get that front fairing off? I've thought about using needle nose pliers but I am worried about breaking them.
Great video! Thanks for this break down!
Congrats on the new bike! I would probably resort to needle nose pliers as well. I believe the part u need to compress is metal so less chance of breakage, however I would still be extra careful.
@@aztriumphster The pliers didn't work at all. Turns out you can just pull this thing off. It takes some force, so make sure the bike is stable. This is what the maintenance guide says to do as well!
Just pull from the top…that’s how it is designed, no special tools needed, very easy and takes seconds to pull off and put your windscreen on or vice versa. Great design and great bike.
Indian scout is a very uncomfortable bike + Indian motorcycle parts are more expensive. Both Indian scout and Harley-Davidson sportster S are close to hard tail comfort.
Agreed and I LOVED the scout bobber but there are such few dealerships and theyre screwed by production slowing. I like both companies. NOT a fan of the new Harley Revs.
Battery removal looks a right pain
did you end up changing the front brake line with a new bar setup? Is it as simple as what you said as to just get a straight banjo to go on the abs module and a fitting on the reservoir and a custom threaded line? Trying to figure it out on my fiances new 2023 and no dealer ive called seems to have a clue. 10mm x 1.00 banjo bolts seem to be what is on it but I havent actually taken them off to check yet.
Yes, I used a goodridge Universal line with a straight banjo coming off the ABS module
Is there a battery tender cable? Mine died during travel. Forgot to put it in travel mode.
I dont believe there is
Can you or Dean speed please re upload the other videos where you went through the brake line and handle bars!
I’m halfway and can t figure it out
Where r u at in the process?
Got the bars on I think I got the clutch placement
I’m trying to add the brake line I got from Dean speed but can’t seem to find where it connects too
@alejandrocorona3966 you will need to gain access to the ABS junction block which is just in front of the air box. Remove the components above the junction block so you can remove the factory line that runs from the block to the master cylinder and replace it with the aftermarket line.
Also do I need to take it to the dealer for the abs?
@@alejandrocorona3966 no. Since the only air you are introducing into the system is in the brake line above the junction block, it doesn't affect the functionality of the ABS.
Where is the battery located?
Down by the bottom of the radiator
@@aztriumphster thank you, found it. It’s not easy to get at.