REAR SWITCHBLADE WHEELS
J049432011-06-03
GENERAL
WARNINGInstall only wheels and installation kits approved for your model motorcycle. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to verify fitment. Mismatching wheels and installation kits or installing wheels not approved for your model can cause loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00610c)
Kit Number
40386-10
Kit Contents
See Figure 1 and the Service Parts Tables.
Models
For model fitment information, see the P&A Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only).
Additional Parts Required
Proper installation of this kit requires the separate purchase of the following parts which are available at a Harley-Davidson dealer:
- Brake Disc Screws (See Table 1 to determine proper hardware.)
- Rear Sprocket Screws (See Table 1 to determine proper hardware.) See the P&A Retail Catalog for chrome sprocket hardware.
- Wheel Bearing Remover and Installer (94134-09A)
WARNINGRider and passenger safety depend upon the correct installation of this kit. Use the appropriate service manual procedures. If the procedure is not within your capabilities or you do not have the correct tools, have a Harley-Davidson dealer perform the installation. Improper installation of this kit could result in death or serious injury. (00333b)
NOTE
This instruction sheet references service manual information. A service manual for your model motorcycle is required for this installation and is available from a Harley-Davidson dealer.
Recommended Additional Parts
It is recommended that a floating brake rotor be purchased separately if objectionable brake noise is experienced from the brake rotors. Refer to the P&A Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only).
The following Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories are recommended for proper maintenance and cleaning:
- Harley® Bright™ Chrome Cleaner (94683-99)
- Harley® Glaze™ Polish and Sealant (99701-84)
- Harley® Wheel and Spoke Brush (43078-99)
- Harley-Davidson® Wheel and Tire Cleaner (94658-98)
- Harley® Preserve Bare Aluminum Protectant (99845-07)
Table 1. Rear Disc and Sprocket Hardware Fitment
Hardware | Fitment |
|---|---|
Rear Disc Screws (select stock or chrome hardware) | |
5 Stock disc screws (43567-92) | All models |
Chrome screw kit (46647-05) includes 5 screws | All models |
Rear Sprocket Screws (select stock or chrome hardware) | |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3109) | 2007 and later Dyna and Softail, 2007 Touring |
Chrome screw kit (94773-07) includes 5 screws and washers | 2007 and later Dyna and Softail |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3737A) | 2000-2005 Dyna, 2000-2006 Softail, 2004-2006 Touring |
Chrome screw kit (94773-00A) includes 5 screws and washers | 2000-2005 Dyna, 2000-2006 Softail |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3814) | 2008 Touring |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3873) | 2006 Dyna |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3899) | 2000-2003 Touring, 2001 and later Sportster (except Japanese models) |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (40439-01) | 2002-2006 VRSC and 2007 VRSCR models |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (4552) | 2007 and later VRSC models (except VRSCR and VRSCSE models) |
Rear Sprocket Washers | |
5 Sprocket washer, stock (6516HW) | 2006 and earlier Dyna, Softail and Touring and 2000 and later Sportster models (except Japanese models) |
5 Sprocket washer, stock (7039) | 2002 and later VRSC |
INSTALLATION
NOTE
Before removing or installing the wheel, the rear brake caliper must be removed. The cotter pin or spring clip for the axle nut must be replaced. They are available for separate purchase from a Harley-Davidson dealer. See dealer for the correct part number.
| 1. | Remove existing rear wheel assembly. Save axle, axle nut, brake disc and wheel spacers for kit installation. Refer to the service manual. NOTE Install short valve stem (43157-83A) included in the installation kit. Discard all other valve stems. | |
| 2. | See Figure 1. Install valve stem assembly (H) on wheel. Refer to the service manual. | |
NOTICE Do not re-use brake disc/rotor screws. Re-using these screws can result in torque loss and damage to brake components. (00319c) NOTICE Do not re-use sprocket mounting screws. Re-using sprocket mounting screws can result in torque loss and damage to the sprocket and/or belt assembly. (00480b) | ||
| 3. | Assemble wheel installation kit components, brake disc and sprocket to wheel, using the appropriate service parts table. Refer to the service manual. | |
| 4. | Install primary bearing with a Wheel Bearing Remover and Installer. Refer to the service manual. The hub face with the double machined grooves indicates the primary bearing side. | |
| 5. | Install rear wheel (1), stock axle, sprocket and stock spacers to motorcycle. See the service manual. |
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Chrome parts must be maintained regularly so they keep their original shine and luster.
- Clean heavily-soiled wheel surfaces using Harley-Davidson Wheel and Tire Cleaner, applied with Harley Wheel and Spoke Brush.
- Thoroughly clean chrome with a good quality chrome cleaner, such as Harley Bright Chrome Cleaner.
- After cleaning and polishing, seal the finish with a good quality sealer, such as Harley Glaze Polish and Sealant.
SERVICE PARTS
Figure 1. Service Parts: Rear Switchblade Wheel (17 inch shown)
Table 2. Service Parts and Wheel Kit Contents
Kit | Item | Description (Quantity) | Part Number |
|---|---|---|---|
40386-10 | 1 | Wheel | Not Sold Separately |
Table 3. REAR 25 MM Bearing Wheel Installation Kit (41451-08B)
REAR 25 MM Bearing Wheel Installation Kit (41451-08B) | Item (Quantity Used and Description) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fitment | Wheel Size | A | C | F | H | I | J |
2008 and later FXDF | 16 x 5.0 in | 2 | 1 | 0 | * | * | * |
2008 and later Dyna (except FXDF) | 17 x 4.5 in | 2 | 1 | ** | * | * | * |
2008 and later FXDF | 18 x 6.0 in | 2 | 1 | 0 | * | * | * |
Installation kits are designed to work with many different wheel styles and fitments. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to verify that the wheel and installation kits are both designed and approved for the motorcycle they are being installed on. NOTES: * See NOTE above valve installation step in INSTALLATION to determine which valve stem to use for your particular kit. Discard other valve stem(s). ** See NOTES for your wheel kit above the wheel assembly step in INSTALLATION to determine which bearing shim to use for your particular wheel kit and fitment. *** Bearing shim installed under the primary bearing. | A | Bearing, regular (2) | 9276 | ||||
C | Axle sleeve | 43905-08 | |||||
F | Bearing shim*** | 43904-08 | |||||
H | Valve stem, short | 43157-83A | |||||
I | Valve stem, long | 43206-01 | |||||
J | Valve stem, pull-thru | 40999-87 | |||||
Table 4. REAR 25 MM Bearing ABS Wheel Installation Kit (42400003)
REAR 25 MM Bearing ABS Wheel Installation Kit (42400003) | Item (Quantity Used and Description) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fitment | Wheel Size | A | B | C | F | H | I | J |
2008 and later FXDF | 16 x 5.0 in | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | * | * | * |
2008 and later Dyna (except FXDF and FLD) | 17 x 4.5 in | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | * | * | * |
2012 FLD | 17 x 4.5 in | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | * | * | * |
2008 and later FXDF | 18 x 6.0 in | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | * | * | * |
Installation kits are designed to work with many different wheel styles and fitments. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to verify that the wheel and installation kits are both designed and approved for the motorcycle they are being installed on. NOTES: * See NOTE above valve installation step in INSTALLATION to determine which valve stem to use for your particular kit. Discard other valve stem(s). ** Primary bearing. Bearing must be installed with red side facing the wheel. | A | Bearing, regular | 9276 | |||||
B | Bearing, ABS** | 9252 | ||||||
C | Axle sleeve | 43905-08 | ||||||
F | Bearing shim | 43904-08 | ||||||
H | Valve stem, short | 43157-83A | ||||||
J | Valve stem, pull-thru | 40999-87 | ||||||