Forgive me VBA for I have sinned. - Page 5

Dave · 03-24-2013, 10:18 PM

FYI

2009 Ultra Classic bought new in March 2009:

2 weeks later the rear turn signal bracket almost fell off. Back to the dealer.

A couple off weeks later went to unlock a saddle bag. Lock falls apart. Back to the dealer

Stopped at a light and noticed smoke coming up. Back to the dealer. They had to reseal the tranny.

Lost the front brake. Bad master cylinder. Back to the dealer.

Started noticing a slight wobble from the front while in a turn, Back to the dealer. They replaced the front tire with
an updated version. Seems when Dunlap created the D407 for the 09 frame, they manufactured the tire with the tread backwards. HD
did not put out a recall but they put out a service bulletin instructing their dealers to replace under warranty if anyone complained of the wobble.

Recall to flash the ABS eprom, Back to the dealer. L

Recall to update the gas tank mounting. Back to the dealer.

Recall to replace rear brake light switch. Back to the dealer. Left the dealer, got a block away when the ABS light came on. Back to the dealer.
The idiots forgot to flush the system.

One day I noticed the front fender had a dent where it hit the triple tree. Back to the dealer. HD agreed to replace under warranty. HD acknowledged to the dealer that under the right conditions the forks can compress enough to where the fender will hit the triple tree. The replacement fender that HD sent had an extra hole punched in the left side. HD would not let the dealer replace it even though the dealer agreed that it was an mis-punched hole. I called HD customer service and explained that it was mis-punched. The "rep" I talked to keep telling me that the hole was for the fender lights. I tried to explain to him that there was already a hole for that wire and that this fender was obviously double stamped. I told him and the dealer that I'd see them in Small Claims. 2 days later
HD agreed to replace it.

**manban9888** · 03-24-2013, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

Even a Spyder?

Don't laugh ...we may end up w one of those someday...but yeah I didn't mean even a spyder

**glwilson** · 03-24-2013, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by manban9888

Don't laugh ...we may end up w one of those someday...but yeah I didn't mean even a spyder

That's enough crap out of the both of you!!!

**glwilson** · 03-24-2013, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave

FYI

2009 Ultra Classic bought new in March 2010:

2 weeks later the rear turn signal bracket almost fell off. Back to the dealer.

A couple off weeks later went to unlock a saddle bag. Lock falls apart. Back to the dealer

Stopped at a light and noticed smoke coming up. Back to the dealer. They had to reseal the tranny.

Lost the front brake. Bad master cylinder. Back to the dealer.

Started noticing a slight wobble from the front while in a turn, Back to the dealer. They replaced the front tire with
an updated version. Seems when Dunlap created the D407 for the 09 frame, they manufactured the tire with the tread backwards. HD
did not put out a recall but they put out a service bulletin instructing their dealers to replace under warranty if anyone complained of the wobble.

Recall to flash the ABS eprom, Back to the dealer. L

Recall to update the gas tank mounting. Back to the dealer.

Recall to replace rear brake light switch. Back to the dealer. Left the dealer, got a block away when the ABS light came on. Back to the dealer.
The idiots forgot to flush the system.

One day I noticed the front fender had a dent where it hit the triple tree. Back to the dealer. HD agreed to replace under warranty. HD acknowledged to the dealer that under the right conditions the forks can compress enough to where the fender will hit the triple tree. The replacement fender that HD sent had an extra hole punched in the left side. HD would not let the dealer replace it even though the dealer agreed that it was an mis-punched hole. I called HD customer service and explained that it was mis-punched. The "rep" I talked to keep telling me that the hole was for the fender lights. I tried to explain to him that there was already a hole for that wire and that this fender was obviously double stamped. I told him and the dealer that I'd see them in Small Claims. 2 days later
HD agreed to replace it.

So... are you saying you are pretty happy with the bike?

Seriously, I don't know anyone that has had more trouble with one than you. You must have a black-cloud hanging over you, or something -- although, I have had a few issues with mine... but certainly nothing like your list. Geez...

**manban9888** · 03-24-2013, 10:26 PM

Dave, Sorry to hear about all those headaches w your bike. I hope you can get it cleared up in your favor. I have a hard time keeping a vehicle I can't trust cuz it starts to take the fun out of riding for me. I had that problem w a car I loved but wound up selling.

Dave · 03-24-2013, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by manban9888

Don't laugh ...we may end up w one of those someday...but yeah I didn't mean even a spyder

Actually the more I see of them the more I like 'em.

**glwilson** · 03-24-2013, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

Actually the more I see of them the more I like 'em.

Quite honestly... they are a riot. Expensive... but a riot.

**Framer** · 03-24-2013, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave

FYI

2009 Ultra Classic bought new in March 2009:

2 weeks later the rear turn signal bracket almost fell off. Back to the dealer.

A couple off weeks later went to unlock a saddle bag. Lock falls apart. Back to the dealer

Stopped at a light and noticed smoke coming up. Back to the dealer. They had to reseal the tranny.

Lost the front brake. Bad master cylinder. Back to the dealer.

Started noticing a slight wobble from the front while in a turn, Back to the dealer. They replaced the front tire with
an updated version. Seems when Dunlap created the D407 for the 09 frame, they manufactured the tire with the tread backwards. HD
did not put out a recall but they put out a service bulletin instructing their dealers to replace under warranty if anyone complained of the wobble.

Recall to flash the ABS eprom, Back to the dealer. L

Recall to update the gas tank mounting. Back to the dealer.

Recall to replace rear brake light switch. Back to the dealer. Left the dealer, got a block away when the ABS light came on. Back to the dealer.
The idiots forgot to flush the system.

One day I noticed the front fender had a dent where it hit the triple tree. Back to the dealer. HD agreed to replace under warranty. HD acknowledged to the dealer that under the right conditions the forks can compress enough to where the fender will hit the triple tree. The replacement fender that HD sent had an extra hole punched in the left side. HD would not let the dealer replace it even though the dealer agreed that it was an mis-punched hole. I called HD customer service and explained that it was mis-punched. The "rep" I talked to keep telling me that the hole was for the fender lights. I tried to explain to him that there was already a hole for that wire and that this fender was obviously double stamped. I told him and the dealer that I'd see them in Small Claims. 2 days later
HD agreed to replace it.

Was yours made in China

that's just

**manban9888** · 03-24-2013, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by glwilson

Quite honestly... they are a riot. Expensive... but a riot.

Don't get me wrong when the time comes I'll ride a spyder. Anything is better than not riding

racinfan101 · 03-24-2013, 10:33 PM

Holy Crap - Dude you do have a black cloud over you and the bike I think!

**nomadtom69** · 03-24-2013, 11:12 PM

Sat on a Spyder at the dealer the other day for me to be comfortable I had to set way back on the front of the rear seat I guess If I get that far I will just take mine to Fla and have a set of landing gears put on it.

**Kawhead** · 03-24-2013, 11:17 PM

I'm looking at a Segway bagger.

blowndodge · 03-24-2013, 11:18 PM

Was I suppose to kiss someone???

**Kawhead** · 03-24-2013, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by blowndodge

Was I suppose to kiss someone???

Start from the laft and move to your right.

paul · 03-24-2013, 11:37 PM

Dave, the way I see it you have two choices: Get a new gremlin bell, or ; Fill out an aplication at your Harley Dealer, they might as well put you on the payroll, you're there often enough!

03-24-2013, 10:18 PM	#61
Dave Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Itchycoo Park Posts: 3,422	FYI 2009 Ultra Classic bought new in March 2009: 2 weeks later the rear turn signal bracket almost fell off. Back to the dealer. A couple off weeks later went to unlock a saddle bag. Lock falls apart. Back to the dealer Stopped at a light and noticed smoke coming up. Back to the dealer. They had to reseal the tranny. Lost the front brake. Bad master cylinder. Back to the dealer. Started noticing a slight wobble from the front while in a turn, Back to the dealer. They replaced the front tire with an updated version. Seems when Dunlap created the D407 for the 09 frame, they manufactured the tire with the tread backwards. HD did not put out a recall but they put out a service bulletin instructing their dealers to replace under warranty if anyone complained of the wobble. Recall to flash the ABS eprom, Back to the dealer. L Recall to update the gas tank mounting. Back to the dealer. Recall to replace rear brake light switch. Back to the dealer. Left the dealer, got a block away when the ABS light came on. Back to the dealer. The idiots forgot to flush the system. One day I noticed the front fender had a dent where it hit the triple tree. Back to the dealer. HD agreed to replace under warranty. HD acknowledged to the dealer that under the right conditions the forks can compress enough to where the fender will hit the triple tree. The replacement fender that HD sent had an extra hole punched in the left side. HD would not let the dealer replace it even though the dealer agreed that it was an mis-punched hole. I called HD customer service and explained that it was mis-punched. The "rep" I talked to keep telling me that the hole was for the fender lights. I tried to explain to him that there was already a hole for that wire and that this fender was obviously double stamped. I told him and the dealer that I'd see them in Small Claims. 2 days later HD agreed to replace it. Login or Register to Remove Ads Last edited by Dave; 03-24-2013 at 10:26 PM.
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manban9888 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Sebastian, Florida Posts: 1,016	Dave, Sorry to hear about all those headaches w your bike. I hope you can get it cleared up in your favor. I have a hard time keeping a vehicle I can't trust cuz it starts to take the fun out of riding for me. I had that problem w a car I loved but wound up selling. __________________ 2008 Nomad Red/Black 1998 1500a VBA #02113 Antlers, Oklahoma '12 Blairsville, Georgia '13 Antlers, Oklahoma '13 Eureka Springs, Arkansas '15 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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racinfan101 Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Lewistown IL Posts: 301	Holy Crap - Dude you do have a black cloud over you and the bike I think! __________________ Randy aka racinfan101 VBA #01806 Central IL Vulcan Riders
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nomadtom69 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maryville, Tn Posts: 2,656	Sat on a Spyder at the dealer the other day for me to be comfortable I had to set way back on the front of the rear seat I guess If I get that far I will just take mine to Fla and have a set of landing gears put on it. __________________ (NomadTom69)Tom Green Previous bikes - 2004 BMW R1200 CLC 2006 Nomad 1600 Black -1985 BMW K100 RT VBA #001609 Viet-Nam Vet 71-72 Maryville , Tn. Maggie Valley '11-Townsend '12-Estes Park '13- Copperhead fall rally "13- Elkins WV '14- Eureka Springs ' 15- Helen Ga. SE Rally '16
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Kawhead Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: 6th Floor up at the The Nervous Hospital up in East Central State, NC Posts: 7,454	I'm looking at a Segway bagger. __________________ ??-Mar.2,2012 "Rocky" My Beloved Dog RIP Mike Tripp VBA#767 '96 800 Vulcan Classic 06 1600 Nomad 07 1600 Nomad "The shoes you buy at the Salvation Army is already been broke in"- Aunt Kawhead
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blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Was I suppose to kiss someone??? __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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03-24-2013, 11:37 PM	#75
paul Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: magnolia, tx Posts: 1,500	Dave, the way I see it you have two choices: Get a new gremlin bell, or ; Fill out an aplication at your Harley Dealer, they might as well put you on the payroll, you're there often enough! __________________ The beatings will stop when morale improves.
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