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How to fix a VROD fuel gauge

by Editor on 02/10/25

Quick little video on how to fix the 2002-2006 Harley-Davidson VROD fuel sending unit so the fuel gauge will work.
*PLEASE NOTE 
I meant to say the sensor strip gets gummed up not "oxidation." 


VROD upper belt guard trimmed, sanded and polished

by Editor on 02/08/25

Had an extra OEM black upper belt guard & wanted to see how it would look trimmed down & sanded/polished.
Glad I tried it, shows the pulley & wheel more
First of two cuts, first one allowed me to layout the semi circle, then lay out the same angle as the shock. 



Colony Show Polished Chrome Shock Mount Kit, 2158-11-P

by Editor on 02/07/25

Check out this Colony Show Polished Chrome Shock Mount Kit, 2158-11-P
Polished Allen bolts bolts, spacers, washers & nut, to replace the grungy old OEM parts.
Devils in the details!

Here's the direct link to these on Colony's eBay store. 


VROD fuel tank upgrade

by Editor on 02/06/25

The 02-06 Harley-Davidson VRODS have a small fuel tank from the factory & changing to a larger one is a must imo.
There's nothing better than riding past gas stations you had to stop at before!
I was already into the Vrod Winter Project when my new tank arrived so this video picks up there. 

Item description from the seller: 
02-06 Harley-Davidson VRSC V-Rod Vrod Large 5 Gallon Fuel Gas Tank - Fredy.ee

Offer Contains:
 Brand new 5 Gallon gas tank for 2002-2006 V-Rods
 Slimmest cutting disc for clean and fast cut for the frame bottom plate extension.
 Motip Touch Up Pencil for painting over the bottom plate edge after cutting away its extension part.
 Rubber pads on the tank bottom / frame plate paint protectors - Installed to the tank already before shipping.
 3M Aerospace Heat Reflective Tape on front side of the tank.
 Fredy.ee Fuel Module Lock Ring Tool
Fredy.ee tank capacity with fuel module installed is 17,5 Liters (4,6 Gallons) vs. Stock tank 13.5 Liters (3. 5 Gallons) Simply Cut (Do Not Bend!) the bottom frame plate extension (as shown on photos) and trim the plastic fender extension behind the tank and you are good to go! No need to relocate anything (ignition switch / VRSCSE2 seat switch) or damage your frame with bending down the bottom plate extension No need to modify wire harness. Its easy as A..B..C Easiest upgrade you can ever have! Fits on all 2002-2006 VRSCA, VRSCB, VRSCSE, VRSCSE2 and VRSCD Models. NB! VRSCD requires A/B/SE/SE2 passenger footpeg mounts.

Available on Fredy's website at: https://www.Fredy.ee



VROD front brake discs polished

by Editor on 02/01/25

Take the front OEM Harley Davidson VROD front brake discs to their full potential by sanding & polishing them to a mirror finish.
Sanding grits used: 220, 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 2000.
Then polish with AutoSol. 


VROD CHROME hardware by COLONY

by Editor on 01/31/25

Replacing all the OEM hardware on the 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA VROD to COLONY CHROME HARDWARE.
Please note: these part numbers are for my 03 so double check compatibility with your year of V-ROD.


VROD rear brake disc. sanded and polished

by Editor on 01/30/25

Take the OEM genuine Harley-Davidson VROD rear brake disc to its full potential by sanding & polishing it.
Sanding grits: 220, 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 2000
Then polish with AutoSol


2003 VROD 100 anniversary tin set for sale

by Editor on 01/29/25

For sale: Genuine 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA VROD anodized 7 piece tin set. Great condition came off a bike with only 10,600 kilometres & does show normal usage.
 
What's included:
  • Front fender
  • Rear fender
  • Left & right side covers
  • (right side has a bend on the bottom but you would have to be under the bike to see it)
  • Left & right vented covers
  • Airbox with all three 100th anniversary emblems.
Price $1,250USD + shipping & all Paypal fees. 
click here to send message for purchase.


2005 Harley-Davidson VRSCSE CVO VROD in BLUE. walk around video

by Editor on 01/28/25

This two tone candy blue and dark blue 2005 Harley-Davidson VRSCSE CVO VROD is the rarest colour of all CVO produced in 2005 or 2006.
There were only 446 made in this colour and out of that:
  • 325 were domestic USA
  • 36 were for California guidelines
  • 65 were International (assuming in kilometres but depends on country sent to. No information available on exact numbers of KPH and MPH)
  • 20 were sent to Canada. (This is one of them)
Click here for more information & hundreds of pictures and specs on this bike. 


VROD saddlebags for sale. Genuine Harley Davidson

by Editor on 01/27/25

For sale: Genuine Harley-Davidson leather saddlebag package. fits 02-06 VRODS
ALL MOUNTING HARDWARE INCLUDED
Right mounting bracket 
Left mounting bracket
"'U" shaped rear mounting bracket that holds the L&R brackets safely and securely in place.
Genuine HD upper shock mounting brackets (not some home made part) 
All nuts bolts & washers.
Left saddlebag: Zipper in good working condition, snaps are intact but the leather has shrunk so they don't marry. (will need to be soaked in water & stretched to snap, then let dry) Velcro in good working condition and holds the bag lid closed.
Right saddlebag: Zipper in good working condition, snaps are intact but the leather has shrunk so they don't marry. (will need to be soaked in water & stretched to snap, then let dry) Velcro in good working condition and holds the bag lid closed.
Both saddlebags show fading & could use a good leather conditioning treatment, few marks, scuffs & can be contributed to normal usage. Stitching, seams, rivets, snaps and Harley-Davidson emblems in good condition.
*Please note: I have talked to a leather expert, shown him the video and he recommended, conditioning the leather lids with a good quality leather conditioner to make them supple, then soak the areas around the snaps (no need to soak all of the lid) & massage, work & stretch those areas until the snaps close, then let dry. He said patience is key and the results will be favourable.
Remember these bags can be, and have been, "used as is" and are ready to go. The velcro holds the lids in place, but of course the 4 snaps closing would be ideal.
I can & will provide Genuine Harley-Davidson installation instructions.
Video chat is mandatory before I will consider selling them to anyone. This will reassure both the buyer & myself that we are both real, legitimate and serious.
 
Price now is $950USD + shipping & PayPal fees.
(BUT If I go buy the leather cleaner, conditioner & spend the time to work the leather so it's supple and allow for all 4 snaps connect, I will wait & re-list them for MORE in the Spring/Summer)
As you can see by the video (Remember to select 1080P for best video playback quality) I go into great detail & lengths to show any potential buyers exactly what they are getting.

click here to send message to purchase.



VROD compensator bowl

by Editor on 01/26/25

Take your OEM Harley Davidson VROD compensator bowl to its full potential by sanding & polishing it with these 8 steps.
Sandpaper grits used: 220, 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 2000.
Then polish with AutoSol. 





Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

by Editor on 12/23/24

Wow the year went by fast, hard to believe it's that time of year already!
Merry Christmas everyone, enjoy your time with family & friends.
We are going to be doing the same as well as taking a break from social media until the new year.

See you in 2025

Santa on a Harley Davidson Motorcycle

VROD rear pulley sanding / polishing

by Editor on 12/21/24

Spent some time on the rear pulley off the 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA VROD.
Done a few before where I sanded and polished the entire piece but this time left the gray face for contrast.
Sanding steps: 220, 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 2000 then polished with AutoSol. 




Chrome engine hardware for a VROD by COLONY

by Editor on 12/20/24

Colony Machine makes a CHROME Complete Motor Allen Show Bike Kit 2002-2006 VRODS part number: 1021-P
I've added this kit to both of my bikes and absolutely love the difference that it made, the devils in the details!
Here's the direct link to it on eBay

Colony_vrod_chrome_allen_show_bike_bolt_kit

AutoSol polish and Mothers buff-ball

by Editor on 12/18/24

This is a great combo: AutoSol polish & a Mothers buff-ball

The results of not sanding and only polishing this 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA VROD rear wheel came out very well. 


Stripping a VROD rear wheel

by Editor on 12/17/24

Very grateful that the five compensator bolts and the five brake disc bolts were removed without braking or stripping of threads. Seen many posts where that has happened to people.
2003 Harley-Davidson 100th anniversary VRSCA VROD.


VROD rear wheel plan

by Editor on 12/16/24

This solid aluminum rear wheel from the 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA VROD isn't in the best of condition. I've seen worse but unsure if polishing alone will bring this wheel back.
Sanding might be the only option to get good results.
However, I really don't wanna go the 7 steps of sanding to make this wheel perfect, so I'm going to see how good I can get it with polishing.


Polished VROD solid front wheel mounted

by Editor on 12/15/24

Very pleased with the final results of polishing this front wheel and seeing it mounted to the 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA VROD. 

Now it's time to pull off the rear wheel & start polishing it.


VROD front wheel polished

by Editor on 12/14/24

Part five

Pretty happy with the results, the shine is where I want it. Few marks remain but you have to be VERY CLOSE & be looking for them to see. The only way to get this wheel any better is to start over & begin the 7 step sanding process by hand then polish. Not doing that again after I swore off that on the last set I did. When this wheel is mounted on the bike it’ll look awesome.

2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA VROD.



VROD front wheel polishing

by Editor on 12/13/24

Part four
Finished 1st pass using AutoSol and lots of elbow grease. I'm hopeful after a second pass it will be good to go. 
2003 Harley-Davidson VRSCA 100th Anniversary VROD front wheel restoration. 




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