[Buckinfitch]

This job might take a half hour to an hour. On a table lift would be easiest. The key is to get the oil height correct. Most shop manuals will show two procedures.

The easy way is to simply drain and replace with a pre-measured amount of oil.

A more accurate way is to measure the oil level from the top of the tube. There are some inexpensive tools available to do this. Think large syringe, hose a rigid tube.

You could buy the fluid from the dealer, but there are better fluids available. RedLine and BellRay come to mind. Just be sure and match the oil weight to your application.

I have a jack stand no table lift, what I meant is if I use my jack stand this means the front wheel will be off the ground or is that a definite no-no?? ,or just take it up a few inches to relieve tension? , bike/weight on the ground when refilling?, also do you mean injecting the new oil back in through the drain plugs without undoing top cap nuts?

will go with RedLine oil

 

[Buckinfitch]

more good info... as I do have a 2000 Dyna Wide Glide FXDWG (12 oz. wet?)

http://www.v-twinforum.com/forums/harley-davidson-dyna/117728-amount-fork-oil.html

 

[Buckinfitch]

Just found my Haynes HD Twin Cam 88 ('99-'03 models) manual, thought I had it loaned out, anyhowz... it states 12.0 fl oz. for each fork tube on the FXDWG models only, did not realize all the variations for FX's, also states that a baby bottle will work fine for measuring exact amounts, 12 oz.'s seem pretty basic, a clean empty oil quart container with the clear oz. side measurements will prolly work fine also. , this manual makes this job a piece o' cake ! ...will just go a tushy hair under the 12 oz. mark to make up difference of what doesn't drain out, that'll work for me.

thanks for all the help...you guys rock !! :band:

 

[Buckinfitch]

The easiest method is to measure the oil and add after emptying the old oil. If you use the measurement method then you have to remove the springs and then compress the tube into the slider and then measure the oil form the the top of the tube to the oil level. In other words a pain in the a$$. If you don't have drain screws add then while you have things apart so the next time is easier.

manual states...
FORK oil-replacement:

1. This procedure applies to the damper rod forks used on Softails and all Dyna models except the FXDX and FXDX-T. Changing the fork oil on cartridge forks (used on FXDX, FXDX-T and the left fork leg on FLHT models) requires partial disassembly of the fork (see Chapter 5).

2. Prop the motorcycle securely upright. Position a jack with a block of wood on the jack head under the engine to support the motorcycle when the fork caps are removed.

3. Unscrew the fork tube caps (all except Dyna FXDL) or center plugs (Dyna FXDL), taking care to release the spring pressure slowly (see illustration).

4. Place a pan beneath the drain screw, then remove the drain screw and washer. (see illustration).

5. After most of the oil has drained, slowly compress and release the forks to pump out the remaining oil. An assistant will most likely be required to do this procedure.

6. Check the drain screw gasket for damage and replace it if necessary. Clean the threads of the drain screw with solvent and let it dry, then install the screw and gasket, tightening it securely.

7. Pour the type and and amount of fork oil listed in the Chapter's Specifications into the fork tube through the opening at the top (see illustration). Remove the jack from under the engine and slowly pump the forks a few times to purge the air from the upper and lower chambers.

8. Check the plug seal and replace it if it's damaged or detriorated (see illustration). Install the cap, push it down against the spring pressure, and tighten it to the torque listed in this Chapter's Specifications.

9. Repeat the procedure on the other fork. Note that it is essential that the oil quantity and level is identical in each fork.

in my case,,, '00 FXDWG (12 oz. ea. tube) I have the drain plugs...
no need to remove/disassemble anything.