New 103 with rebuilt topend

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Aug 20, 2017 | 11:45 AM

adrenalineRUSH

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From: new jersey

New 103 with rebuilt topend

I had my new bike for 2 weeks 400 miles and it burned through 3 quarts of oil. The dealership said the piston ring broke which caused the oil burn. They had it for 1 1/2 weeks and when I piled it up they said they rebuilt the top end of the motor. I'm pissed to buy a new motorcycle and for the motor to be rebuilt already with only 400 miles on the motor. I asked Harley for a new motor but they denied me and said I should have no worries now.

Isn't there a more serious problem causing this being the motor has such low miles? Has this happened to anyone? And isn't this gonna mess up my resale value?

Aug 21, 2017 | 09:09 AM

roussfam

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From: Ottawa, Ontario

It sucks but it's been taken care of, like it never happened. Doubt you'll ever have another issue. Just ride and enjoy

Aug 21, 2017 | 10:40 AM

Max Headflow

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You still got almost 2 years of warranty left.. Ride the **** out out it..

Aug 21, 2017 | 12:50 PM

2013_FLHTK

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From: Seabrook, NH

I agree. Sucks but ride it. Maybe you could convince them to give you an extended warranty for free or highly discounted.

Aug 21, 2017 | 01:11 PM

eichacsj

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From: Tempe, AZ

I ride with a guy that has a CVO Breakout, 103. Same issue, rings were installed incorrectly (all gaps were lined up) and did not set and 1 broke. I think he had less than 100 miles.

They rebuilt the top end, since he has put on 35k, no issues and absolutely loves it.

Just look forward and enjoy your ride, the past is the past if you dwell on it you will always hate it.