Wtf more problems with new dyna
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Road Warrior
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Wtf more problems with new dyna
Ok so i posted before about the speedometer lights flashing intermitently on the 07 wideglide but nothing else wrong. NOW, problems starting, all lights dimming while driving, it tried to cut out while driving, trying to stall while sitting at light idling. ARE YOU KIDDING ME. I just got back from iraq, the bike had 7 miles on it, it now has about 700 in one month, i love riding it but its been in the shop twice now for the speedometer light and now I am afraid to ride it because it wants to stall at speed. What can I do, Iowa has no lemon law for motorcycles and I cant see them being able to fix this mess. Any suggestions? besides get a honda, i am kinda mad right now. Thanks.
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I had/have the same problem on my 08 Fat Bob ... I'd bet $$$ it's the battery cable. My cable's "O" clip broke and the cable wasn't attached good to the post bolt and I had/have the same symptoms. I say HAVE because I replaced the clip myself but tonight I was going to drive my bike to work (3rd shift) and noticed the lights dim a bit. I KNOW when I cut the wire to replace the clip the wire was short and very tight and slightly crooked and I was afraid to really torque it down. Well apparently it loosened. I have supplies at work so I'm going to get some clips, some wire, extend the wire so it has some slack and tighten it good.
I'd bet any money your battery bolt is simply loose!! Just take off the battery cover and check it. EVERYTHING goes through the battery even when running so if the connection is loose and the wire shifts you'll see your lights dim then come back and if the connection comes apart even for a second it'll shut you down. It's a pain in the A$$ to be sure but it's a simple easy fix. This is my 1st Harley and i love it but I'm thinking it's one of those things that can happen because of the non-counter ballanced motor. Shaking can make things loose. The rubber mounts keep US comfortable but the motor and bike still shake.
ANYWAY before calling the dealer check your battery cables ... chances are they just need to be tightened and your problem will be solved.
I'd bet any money your battery bolt is simply loose!! Just take off the battery cover and check it. EVERYTHING goes through the battery even when running so if the connection is loose and the wire shifts you'll see your lights dim then come back and if the connection comes apart even for a second it'll shut you down. It's a pain in the A$$ to be sure but it's a simple easy fix. This is my 1st Harley and i love it but I'm thinking it's one of those things that can happen because of the non-counter ballanced motor. Shaking can make things loose. The rubber mounts keep US comfortable but the motor and bike still shake.
ANYWAY before calling the dealer check your battery cables ... chances are they just need to be tightened and your problem will be solved.
Road Master
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I just went through a similar problem for the second time with my '06 Bob. It's most likely one of your battery cables. Based on the discussion I had with my mechanic yesterday, I'm now carrying a phillips screwdriver and 10mm wrench with me at all times.
Apparently this is a common problem with the new bikes. I'm told that it might take a 4 months or 13 months, but eventually that battery bolt will loosen up.
Apparently this is a common problem with the new bikes. I'm told that it might take a 4 months or 13 months, but eventually that battery bolt will loosen up.
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After the above, hook up a multimeter at the battery terminals and, with bike running, check the voltage. Should show 13-14.7 volts going in at 3K RPM. Anyone with the new bikes: either from connections or low charging, does a low battery voltage through a trouble code?
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I'll also bet it is the battery cable/cables. While your in there check your battery voltage. It may not be getting a good charge if you cables are loose, may want to put it on a tender or charger for a while, or just ride it for a good long while so your alternator can charge it up fully.
Dont worry this will not be the last thing that comes loose on your bike. Its a good idea to check all visable bolts every so often. And if you find ones coming loose, blue loctite em.
IT MAY WELL BE A STATOR TOO, i think your primary oil should smell like fish (if i rember correctly) if your stator is bad!
Dont worry this will not be the last thing that comes loose on your bike. Its a good idea to check all visable bolts every so often. And if you find ones coming loose, blue loctite em.
IT MAY WELL BE A STATOR TOO, i think your primary oil should smell like fish (if i rember correctly) if your stator is bad!
Last edited by shimmon; Sep 25, 2008 at 01:51 PM.
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I had/have the same problem on my 08 Fat Bob ... I'd bet $$$ it's the battery cable. My cable's "O" clip broke and the cable wasn't attached good to the post bolt and I had/have the same symptoms. I say HAVE because I replaced the clip myself but tonight I was going to drive my bike to work (3rd shift) and noticed the lights dim a bit. I KNOW when I cut the wire to replace the clip the wire was short and very tight and slightly crooked and I was afraid to really torque it down. Well apparently it loosened. I have supplies at work so I'm going to get some clips, some wire, extend the wire so it has some slack and tighten it good.
I'd bet any money your battery bolt is simply loose!! Just take off the battery cover and check it. EVERYTHING goes through the battery even when running so if the connection is loose and the wire shifts you'll see your lights dim then come back and if the connection comes apart even for a second it'll shut you down. It's a pain in the A$$ to be sure but it's a simple easy fix. This is my 1st Harley and i love it but I'm thinking it's one of those things that can happen because of the non-counter ballanced motor. Shaking can make things loose. The rubber mounts keep US comfortable but the motor and bike still shake.
ANYWAY before calling the dealer check your battery cables ... chances are they just need to be tightened and your problem will be solved.
I'd bet any money your battery bolt is simply loose!! Just take off the battery cover and check it. EVERYTHING goes through the battery even when running so if the connection is loose and the wire shifts you'll see your lights dim then come back and if the connection comes apart even for a second it'll shut you down. It's a pain in the A$$ to be sure but it's a simple easy fix. This is my 1st Harley and i love it but I'm thinking it's one of those things that can happen because of the non-counter ballanced motor. Shaking can make things loose. The rubber mounts keep US comfortable but the motor and bike still shake.
ANYWAY before calling the dealer check your battery cables ... chances are they just need to be tightened and your problem will be solved.
+1 Seen it before, don't panic.