Milwaukee 8 problems
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2014
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From: Eastern Ohio
This is the reason I wouldn't buy a first year of a new model, major engine change, etc. Sorry to hear you're having issues with the new ride. Hopefully it will get resolved quickly.
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Joined: Aug 2012
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From: Missouri
My thoughts exactly. You should have a two year warranty. Relax, take it to the dealer and have it resolved.
Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: cumming
Can still be a faulty sensor for the gauge. Wouldn't be suprised if the issue is something simple and silly. And good luck to you on the repair. Hopefully they get you out within an hour and riding that new bike.
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Joined: Nov 2005
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From: NE Ohio
I'm with you on that one, I'm not interested in being one of their beta testers.
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From: Prior Lake, MN
Factory puts a warranty on these for a reason. This stuff happens.
You can push for a new trike or new engine all you want. Go ahead and let us know how that goes.........................
What was the oil level? Did you check it?
Not sure if they extend any lemon laws to motorcycles in your state,(they don't here in MN), but if they do, please read what has to happen to the bike before the manufacturer is obligated to remedy via those laws. You're not even close..............
Road Master
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: Central Florida
Well I was a "beta" tester back in 2007....Had to have that new 96 motor and 6-speed gear box....
The bad news? Many issues cropped up like excessive heat, bad compensator, bad sensors, etc.
The good news? I still have the bike, and all major issues have been fixed (mostly by me)
Not sure I will make the choice to be an early adopter again....I will wait until the bugs are worked out.
The bad news? Many issues cropped up like excessive heat, bad compensator, bad sensors, etc.
The good news? I still have the bike, and all major issues have been fixed (mostly by me)
Not sure I will make the choice to be an early adopter again....I will wait until the bugs are worked out.