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Replacing rear motor mounts.

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Is it possible to replace the rear motor mounts without pulling the engine from the bike?
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I specifically am concerned with the left rear one. The front and the right rear I know is a piece of cake, well almost, but that left rear one is.....?????
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Any hints on how to do this?
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Also where is the best place to source new mounts?
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There are two stealerships I've found that allow online microfiche and parts ordering. St. Charles Harley-Davidson and Ronnie's Harley-Davidson.

It's great to be able to view all the diagrams on all the bikes back to 1979 (I think). You get diagrams, part numbers, description, and quantity. Then you can place your order directly from the diagram page. No writing down or trying to remember numbers. So if you are having a hard time finding parts, you might just be able to order them as new from these
Did it few years back.
Yes, it is doable without pulling the engine. Still lots of work, must be able to move the
engine around - you`ll need a scissor jack as a platform for the engine. No need to open the coolant system.
If you`re looking for polyurethane bushings HolyMoto ( https://www.holy-moto.com/en/vrod/engine-and-gearbox.html) or
Suspension Energy (full kit) have èm.
Personally I would not recommend front engine mount poly bush, ended up with some frequency vibrations in the handlebars..

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Thank Knut. I have one of those jacks. Will the front end have to be removed? or just the motor mount removed? How far must I go to lift the frame up enough to replace the mount?
John.
As I remember no need to remove the frond end. Has to come off: front motor mount, right side frame part, exhaust, swingarm pivot bolt. Place a stack of 2x4" below fuel tank when removing swingarm pivot bolt. Place the jack below oilpan to move/free the engine from the mounts/frame. Yes, lots of wrenching but no voodoo..
Thanks Knut,
I did have the whole thing disassembled to Powder Coat the frame 5 or so years ago. Was hoping to not have to go that far again.
Yes, I know your moments, lots of work.. You kinda a bite the bullet and go on. The doorstep.. Is it worth it? Yes. The engine mounts do gradually wear out and its like putting new tires to your ride = new bike feeling. My dx had 30k miles when I replaced the mounts and they where visible worn. If I had to do it over again I would check out Holy Moto rear mounts and H-D stock front mount. Check out swingarm bushing & bearing too when the pivot bolt has been removed.
easier to remove rear wheel and swingarm to allow access.
Gonna to wait until fall/winter gets here. It currently is running 90°+ here in central Florida.
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