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Posted by ccpastork
 - June 01, 2018, 14:28:55 PM

I am new to the forum, in fact this will be my first post, and introducing myself seemed like the logical first step.
I have been riding consistently for the last 11 years and have owned the following:
1.  250cc Suzuki Dual Sport
2.  1100cc Honda Shadow
3.  1600cc Kawasaki Vulcan Classic
4.  88cu  (1442cc) Harley Davidson Electraglide Standard

I sold the Harley about two years ago because I needed a second car and at that point the bike was a luxury rather than a necessity. I have been wanting to replace it with a Drifter (one of my friends owns a 1999 Drifter), however, the prices seemed a bit steep.  Two weeks ago I was bored and perusing Craigslist and found this bike.  Two days later, and $2500, I rode this beauty home - 2003 Drifter 1500 with 36,000 miles.  I have been combing the forum (thought lacking some skill) and have picked up some useful info (how to get a free Shop Manual download) and learn about hard to find parts.

This weekend I am planning on doing the following:
1.  New front tire; the current one is badly worn
2.  New brake pads; the rear brake squeals
3.  Change all Fluids:
A.  Brake Fluid
B.  Clutch Fluid
C.  Oil
D.  Transmission
E.  Rear end
F.   Coolant
G.  Fork Oil

I wanted to get the bike to a known starting point regarding maintenance and I suspect there are other things I will discover that need to be checked on.

Here are a couple questions I hope someone can answer/point me to a post on the forum:
1.  description with pictures/video of brake pad changes...is this the same as a Classic?
2.  description with pictures/video of wheel removal...is this the same as a Classic?
3.  Any sources for a sissy bar and brackets as well as brackets for a 2up seat? (A luggage rack with brackets and saddlebags with brackets came with the bike)

I am fairly mechanical and I am planning on doing most of the work myself, any suggestions or tips are appreciated.

Kevin

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