Milwaukee 8 engine

KURT44 · 06-04-2018, 07:00 PM

Has anyone heard of many issues with Harleys new m8 motorcycle? I see quite a few low mile 2017 Ultras and Rode Glides at dealerships and on Craigslist for sale with 5k or less miles. Just surprised why you would sell or trade after 5 thousand miles.

**plumber63** · 06-04-2018, 07:32 PM

Here is what I've been told about Harley. They will fiance anyone. So guys get them ride for one season, then try to sell them or let them go back, cause they can't really afford them.
This was told to me by the Honda/Kaw dealer owned by and next door to the Harley dealer. Guys would come in there couldn't get approved, go next door and get a more expensive Harley. Go figure.

KURT44 · 06-04-2018, 07:41 PM

Certainly a possibility.

**MAS Tequila** · 06-04-2018, 08:20 PM

A lot of HDs get repo’d in some fashion.

There’s the payment guys, then the guys who find a reason to quit riding not just admitting it’s not for them.

**JD Hog** · 06-04-2018, 11:34 PM

I guess if you are going to buy a bike you can't afford and chance having it repoed you might as well go for the high dollar bike.

Scootergptx · 06-05-2018, 08:01 AM

When you see the ads later, remember you saw it here first.

Harley Davidson. The best bike section 8 money can buy.

denny 606 · 06-06-2018, 04:01 PM

As far as issues with the M8 engine , I haven't heard a lot bad about them. They went back to a single cam setup and did away with two cams in the bottom end with chains and tensioner failures that trashed the bottom end if you didn't keep an eye on them. What I've heard from the ones that have bought them is they run better and should be a more dependable engine.

I'd say the previous posters in this thread nailed the reason for so many for sale.

ponch · 06-07-2018, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by plumber63

Here is what I've been told about Harley. They will fiance anyone. So guys get them ride for one season, then try to sell them or let them go back, cause they can't really afford them.
This was told to me by the Honda/Kaw dealer owned by and next door to the Harley dealer. Guys would come in there couldn't get approved, go next door and get a more expensive Harley. Go figure.

The interest rates by HD financing is pretty high. Even with good credit I've heard 9%. I've also heard they have a very high default rate.

mick56 · 06-08-2018, 02:43 AM

Another prime mortgage scenario then.

Chuck A. · 06-08-2018, 05:57 AM

Around here if you own a Hardly you have to buy the clothes to go with it. That itself is a reason to unload the bike

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mick56 · 06-08-2018, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck A.

Around here if you own a Hardly you have to buy the clothes to go with it. That itself is a reason to unload the bike

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Same around here mate.They just have to let everyone know that they have one.Ive seen blokes walking around in summer, wearing leather jackets & trousers,sweating like a race horse. Most people think they are wankers.

jesse · 06-08-2018, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by plumber63

Here is what I've been told about Harley. They will fiance anyone. So guys get them ride for one season, then try to sell them or let them go back, cause they can't really afford them.
This was told to me by the Honda/Kaw dealer owned by and next door to the Harley dealer. Guys would come in there couldn't get approved, go next door and get a more expensive Harley. Go figure.

I know people who've done that! They will finance "almost" anyone.

Demolition Man · 06-09-2018, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck A.

Around here if you own a Hardly you have to buy the clothes to go with it. That itself is a reason to unload the bike

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cactusjack · 06-09-2018, 01:22 PM

It's fairly common. They might be repos, or maybe the guy who bought it found out that riding is dangerous and scary and his wife won't let him keep it. There's any number of reasons why you see low mileage, late model Harleys for sale.

**JD Hog** · 06-09-2018, 01:49 PM

My concern would be if he bought it knowing he would not be keeping it would he "ride it like he stole it", not caring about thrashing it.

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plumber63 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: NE Indiana Posts: 985	Here is what I've been told about Harley. They will fiance anyone. So guys get them ride for one season, then try to sell them or let them go back, cause they can't really afford them. This was told to me by the Honda/Kaw dealer owned by and next door to the Harley dealer. Guys would come in there couldn't get approved, go next door and get a more expensive Harley. Go figure. __________________ Troy Donat VBA #02401 2015 Voyager 2006 1600 Nomad black(sold) 2016 Salem, Antlers, 2017 Eureka Springs, Lake George, Antlers 2018 Custer NR, Antlers
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denny 606 Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Inez, KY Posts: 280	As far as issues with the M8 engine , I haven't heard a lot bad about them. They went back to a single cam setup and did away with two cams in the bottom end with chains and tensioner failures that trashed the bottom end if you didn't keep an eye on them. What I've heard from the ones that have bought them is they run better and should be a more dependable engine. I'd say the previous posters in this thread nailed the reason for so many for sale. __________________ "When all is said and done, there's usually more said than done" unknown "Ride hard or stay home" Joe Robinson aka Old Dog, R.I.P
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cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	It's fairly common. They might be repos, or maybe the guy who bought it found out that riding is dangerous and scary and his wife won't let him keep it. There's any number of reasons why you see low mileage, late model Harleys for sale. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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JD Hog Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Placerville, CA Posts: 2,948	My concern would be if he bought it knowing he would not be keeping it would he "ride it like he stole it", not caring about thrashing it. __________________ Jim Diebolt 2015 Vulcan 1700 Voyager ABS The Black Kaw 2005 Vulcan Nomad Sold 2006 Honda 1800 VTX (Freebie) Sold 2008 Harley Ultra Classic Sold 2001 Harley Ultra Classic Sold Hangtown, Kalifornia VBA #2625
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