trailer tow
Road Master
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From: Mishawaka,Indiana
just like a tune, if you change the load/power they can void the warranty on the system. I always carry tools and could pop the hitch off on the side of the road if nec, but never had a issue. Mike
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From: Michigan 15 Minutes East Of Hell
A lot of "conjecture" here ... They said ... I heard ... I knew a guy who. I would venture a guess that none who have replied ( so far ) have had a warranty claim denied due to a hitch being on the scooter. I would further venture a guess that the "Mother Ship" would have a hard time denying a warranty claim on a part of the scooter that was not affected by the installation of a trailer hitch or the towing of a trailer. Just doesn't make sense. Furthermore "voiding" a warranty would be a situation that would violate all kinds of laws. So, there you have my "conjecture" :>)
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I can see the additional load on the drive train argument, but would that be any different than 2 smaller riders w/trailer vs 2 large riders w/o trailer? (Suggesting the total weight being identical in either scenario)
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A lot of "conjecture" here ... They said ... I heard ... I knew a guy who. I would venture a guess that none who have replied ( so far ) have had a warranty claim denied due to a hitch being on the scooter. I would further venture a guess that the "Mother Ship" would have a hard time denying a warranty claim on a part of the scooter that was not affected by the installation of a trailer hitch or the towing of a trailer. Just doesn't make sense. Furthermore "voiding" a warranty would be a situation that would violate all kinds of laws. So, there you have my "conjecture" :>)
Yes, I could carry tools and take it off - however - not all that easy - just choose to sell the hitch and now the flag holder - on to plan "B" for PGR
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Not true, If a factory rep sees your bike with a hitch he will write the vin down and void the power train warranty in the computer.
just like a tune, if you change the load/power they can void the warranty on the system. I always carry tools and could pop the hitch off on the side of the road if nec, but never had a issue. Mike
just like a tune, if you change the load/power they can void the warranty on the system. I always carry tools and could pop the hitch off on the side of the road if nec, but never had a issue. Mike
Well that's what I'm saying, they could deny a claim, they cannot deny the entire warranty. They write my vin number down but they are not going to deny a claim on my infotainment system because I have hitch. But your right, a hitch can be reason to deny a drivetrain warranty claim whether the trailer had anything to do with it or not.
btw, the owners manual does say don't pull a trailer.
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From: Michigan
A lot of "conjecture" here ... They said ... I heard ... I knew a guy who. I would venture a guess that none who have replied ( so far ) have had a warranty claim denied due to a hitch being on the scooter. I would further venture a guess that the "Mother Ship" would have a hard time denying a warranty claim on a part of the scooter that was not affected by the installation of a trailer hitch or the towing of a trailer. Just doesn't make sense. Furthermore "voiding" a warranty would be a situation that would violate all kinds of laws. So, there you have my "conjecture" :>)
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From: Michigan 15 Minutes East Of Hell
No conjecture here. No "he said". No "I heard". Actual, factual from "it happened to me". ESP was CANCELLED because I had a hitch on my bike. Engine rebuild cost me $6300 out of pocket. And they didn't want to refund my cost for the (unused) ESP either. Dealer fought for me & got back the cost of the ESP.
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Dave - wow..... which bike was that on?
I completely understand ESP (been in that business for a long time). They had to refund the ESP cost if they cancelled the ESP.
The only reason to not refund it would have been if you used it earlier. Event then, the unused time much be rebated.
I completely understand ESP (been in that business for a long time). They had to refund the ESP cost if they cancelled the ESP.
The only reason to not refund it would have been if you used it earlier. Event then, the unused time much be rebated.
I was told by my dealer the warranty on the drive train would void if was to put a hitch on my bike. I built a small trailer very lite in weight (HF Motorcycle Trailer and Sears cargo carrier) to put camping gear in. I hope I never need the warranty, but just in case I do I won't be pulling any trailers at this time.