Videos tagged with DIY Motorcycle Repair

This video by the "Dragonman" offers an inside look at his methods for repairing motorcycle engine cases. With 57 years of experience in the motorcycle business since 1967, he has a vast knowledge base and has repaired hundreds of cases. He expresses a desire to share more of these insights with his audience, indicating a commitment to ongoing content creation. The description also clarifies his business hours, noting he is open every day except Monday, with an exception for major holidays falling on a Monday.

This video features an experienced mechanic with nearly 50 years of experience repairing Harley-Davidson motorcycle engines. The focus is on the intricate process of repairing blown-out sections of the engine case, specifically mentioning the Sportster transmission section, generator section, and lower case sections. The mechanic demonstrates the step-by-step replacement of a Timken section, a repair that typically takes around two hours. The video also serves as a promotion for his motor and transmission repair services, encouraging viewers to contact him or visit his website, www.dragonmans.com.

This video details a specific engine repair procedure for a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The creator is boring out the right side of the engine case to accommodate a larger pinion shaft race, correcting a "wobbled out hole" caused by the previous race spinning. The process is described as relatively quick, around 15 minutes, unless line boring is required, which necessitates bolting both engine halves together. The creator notes that this is a common procedure handled by many dealerships.

This video demonstrates a specialized repair technique for Harley Davidson engine cases, focusing on fixing damage to sand-cast components. The instructor, with nearly 50 years of experience, explains how to cut out damaged sections, such as the main race or areas affected by connecting rod blowouts or worn bearings, and replace them with new, custom-fabricated aluminum pieces. This method allows owners to save significant costs compared to purchasing new cases while retaining original serial numbers.