FRONT CALIPER COVER KIT
J019702007-08-30
GENERAL
Kit Number
43798-00
Models
For model fitment information, please see the P&A Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only).
This kit is not compatible with braided brake lines.
Tools and Supplies
A Service Manual for this year and model motorcycle MAY be needed for this installation (see the NOTE after Step 4), and is available from a Harley-Davidson Dealer.
Fresh, uncontaminated brake fluid MAY also be needed. Refer to your Owner's Manual or the Service Manual for this year and model motorcycle to determine the correct brake fluid for this vehicle.
WARNINGBrakes are a critical safety component. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer for brake repair or replacement. Improperly serviced brakes can adversely affect brake performance, which could result in death or serious injury. (00054a)
INSTALLATION
| 1. | See Figure 1. Support the right-side front brake caliper, and remove the upper (1) and lower (2) caliper mounting bolts. Save the bolts for re-installation. | |||||||||||||||
| 2. | See Figure 2. Loosely install the right-side outer brake caliper cover (1) to the right-side fork slider and caliper with the upper (2) and lower (3) caliper mounting bolts (longer bolt on top) just removed. | |||||||||||||||
| 3. | Install a split rubber grommet (4) over the brake line (5), just above the caliper banjo fitting. DO NOT remove the brake line. Insert the grommet into the semicircular cutout in the outer caliper cover. | 
Figure 1. Caliper Mounting Bolt Removal 
Figure 2. Grommet and Brake Line | ||||||||||||||
| 4. | Tighten the lower caliper mounting bolt to 37.9–51.5 N·m (28–38 ft-lbs). Tighten the upper mounting bolt to 37.9–51.5 N·m (28–38 ft-lbs). NOTE It may be necessary to rotate the brake line for optimal positioning within the grommet. If so, refer to the Service Manual for your year and model vehicle for proper torque values and bleeding procedure. | |||||||||||||||
| 5. | See Figure 3. Install the inner brake caliper cover (2) under the outer cover (1) while simultaneously inserting the rubber grommet (3) into the corresponding cutout. | |||||||||||||||
| 6. | Install three screws (4) with wave washers (5) through the outer cover and into the inner cover as shown. | |||||||||||||||
| WARNING After repairing the brake system, test brakes at low speed. If brakes are not operating properly, testing at high speeds can cause loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00289a) | ||||||||||||||||
| 7. | Repeat steps 1 through 6 on the left side of the vehicle. |
SERVICE PARTS
Table 1. Service Parts
Item | Description (Quantity) | Part Number |
|---|---|---|
1 | Caliper cover, outer (right side shown) | Not sold separately |
2 | Caliper cover, inner | Not sold separately |
3 | Grommet, split (2) | 11534 |
4 | Screw, TORX® button head, #10-24 x 1/4 inch (6) | Not sold separately |
3 | Wave washer, #10 (6) | Not sold separately |
Figure 3. Service Parts, Front Caliper Cover Kit