So let me tell ya a little story ’bout the time I bought my first Harley. I was all excited and couldn’t wait to hit the road, but when I got it home and started lookin’ it over, I noticed somethin’ was missin’.
Yep, ya guessed it, the damn bell. I had no idea where it was supposed to go.
I spent hours scourin’ the internet, askin’ friends, and even went to a few bike shops tryin’ to figure out where the hell to put the bell on my new ride. But let me tell ya, it wasn’t easy.
Finally, after weeks of searchin’, I found the answer. And let me tell ya, it was a real “duh” moment. So, to save ya the trouble I went through, I’m gonna lay it all out for ya right here.
The Bell’s Location
The bell on a Harley is typically located on the handlebars.
It’s usually mounted on the left side of the handlebars, near the handgrip.
It’s a small, round bell with a clapper inside.
It’s typically black or chrome and has a button or lever on the outside that ya press or pull to ring the bell.
Mounting The Bell
Mountin’ the bell is pretty straightforward.
First, ya gotta locate the spot on the handlebars where ya want to mount the bell.
Once ya got that figured out, ya just gotta attach the mountin’ bracket to the handlebars usin’ the screws or bolts that came with the bell.
Then ya just gotta attach the bell to the mountin’ bracket and tighten down the screws or bolts.
It’s that simple.
FAQ
Why Do I Need A Bell On My Harley?
Well, ya don’t technically “need” a bell on a Harley, but it can be a cool accessory and it can also be used as a way to alert other riders or pedestrians of your presence on the road.
What If I Can’t Find The Bell On My Harley?
If ya can’t find the bell on your Harley, it’s possible that it wasn’t included with the bike or it was removed by the previous owner.
In that case, ya can purchase a bell and mount it yourself or take it to a dealership or mechanic to have it installed.
Can I Put The Bell Anywhere On My Harley?
The bell is typically mounted on the left side of the handlebars, but if ya really wanna get creative, ya could put it anywhere ya like.
Just make sure it’s securely mounted and won’t interfere with your ride.
Wrap it up
So there ya have it folks, everything ya need to know ’bout where to put the bell on a Harley. Now ya can ride in style and announce your arrival with a little ring of the bell.
Just remember, when it comes to mountin’ that bell, don’t be like me and spend weeks searchin’ for the answer.
Now ya know where it goes and how to put it there.
And hey, if ya do end up mountin’ your bell in a unique spot, send us a pic. We’d love to see it.
Ride safe and have fun out there.