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There was an oil pump change for the late 19 models, but this was a rolling change, so there is no set date to look out for.
the primary cover is also slimmer on the later 19/20 models, again this can be upgraded if you feel the need, but personally I don’t really notice the difference enough to justify the cost of replacement u less your blacking our the engine, or changing the stock covers for ***** G for example...
What about all those sumping issues with the early M8s? And the transmission oil migration to the inner primary?
mainly related to touring bikes. No major reports for the softails. All m8 oil pumps were updates on a rolling change as a matter of precaution, but it hasn’t been hugely noted for softails...
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