New engine mount stabilizers.......WOW!
5th Gear
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 9
Likes: 0
From: Australia
I have a 2009 Fatbob with 8500k on it and front engine mount has dropped 3/8".
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 170
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From: cape cod ma
true track with oil cooler can be done
Intermediate
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 31
Likes: 0
From: North Coast
I have a 2009 Fatbob with 8500k on it and front engine mount has dropped 3/8".
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Intermediate
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 31
Likes: 0
From: North Coast
I have a 2009 Fatbob with 8500k on it and front engine mount has dropped 3/8".
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
You have the trail bike too?
Intermediate
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 31
Likes: 0
From: North Coast
I have a 2009 Fatbob with 8500k on it and front engine mount has dropped 3/8".
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
- i think it should be ride safe not rid safe. hmmmmmm 6-800 dollars. Now I'd have a problem with that; Maybe your passenger is used to riding something else other than a harley
Intermediate
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 31
Likes: 0
From: North Coast
I have a 2009 Fatbob with 8500k on it and front engine mount has dropped 3/8".
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
I went to the local dealer to request that the front engine mount be replaced and was asked by the service manager if I noticed excessive vibration through the seat (I do not). I was told that the HD Policy was only ro replace the mount if excessive vibration is felt through the seat.
Reciently with a passanger on, the bike 'feels' like it is wallowing in a corner (within the advised speed limits, not excessive speed. Rough roads in North Australia) and sometimes I feel/hear a knock/clunk like the belt tightening (not possible) or the back shockies going to full extension on a bump (checked and not happening) so it is something else touching somewere.
I have fitted footboards off the 2001 FXDP and vibration grips besides I have ridden Olde British bikes and have a trail bike so the Fat Bob doesnt vibrate.
A local investigation has revealed that the HD dealer has replaced at least three mounts under warrenty. Another service shop advises customers to replace the Dyna front mount every 8000k and keeps at least three in stock (approx $200 each). At last one bike in town has had the motor/mount resting/knocking on the frame (at 16000k). The number of failures is extreemly high.
The cost every 8000k now runs to approximatly $400 for a service+ $300 for a tyre + $300 to suply and fit an engine mount = approximatly $1000. Why am I paying and extra $300 for a design fault?
This is my ninth new HD since 1980 and I am not happy. The more people I talk to the more I find are experiencing the same problem.
This is a serious design fault/issue and should be addressed by HD. I have contacted HD and I awaiting their response. I love my Harleys however if HD cant or won't do anything I feel as if I have no option to refer the design fault to the Federal Office of Road Safety (ADR).
Having spent heaps on the bike already I have no problem in spending $6-800 on a a true track or similar modification as a performance upgrade however I do object 'having' to spend that amount of money to correct a design fault.
Rid safe and dont highside
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 460
Likes: 0
From: Western KY
LMAO!!!
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 2,938
Likes: 4
From: NC
Thanks Muddyape
I came off of a GSXR 1000 and when riding my street bob on bumpy corners and such seemed to feel like my bike was coming out of alignment. Well I guess it was!!! I never thought that HD had setup the tranny as the mounting point for the swinger?? I learn sumthin new everyday. Oh well I still love my DYNA. I just love it more slowly and cool lookin than fast and furious. TRUE TrACK is for me,and maybe even some stiffer motor mounts now that I realize they are holding my rear tire alignment!!
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Road Master
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 1,232
Likes: 4
From: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Utter horseshit. An aftermarket seat is not an authorized HD part either..