M8 problems
#1321
04-20-2018, 03:06 PM
People keep saying the forum is not representative of real-world issues. I beg to differ. Harley KNOWS of this issue. That in of itself should convince anyone that it's not just 20 or so on this forum that has issues. I read enough to stay away from the new models.
Nothing is worse than being on a $20-$30K bike that one has to worry even a little about or constantly checking for oil issues like leaks all the time. Life is too short.
This IS an issue confirmed by the MOCO itself that I believe is more real-world common than people without issues on this thread want to think. The MOCO is not changing oil pump part numbers because 20 guys an a Harley Forum had an issue.
At his point I would ask if Harley made a 737, would you fly in it with the possible (not probable) issues just relayed on this forum? A mechanical failure on a bike can be just as fatal.
Nothing is worse than being on a $20-$30K bike that one has to worry even a little about or constantly checking for oil issues like leaks all the time. Life is too short.
This IS an issue confirmed by the MOCO itself that I believe is more real-world common than people without issues on this thread want to think. The MOCO is not changing oil pump part numbers because 20 guys an a Harley Forum had an issue.
At his point I would ask if Harley made a 737, would you fly in it with the possible (not probable) issues just relayed on this forum? A mechanical failure on a bike can be just as fatal.
#1324
04-20-2018, 03:46 PM
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#1325
04-20-2018, 04:14 PM
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Didn't you know that all Harley techs are dumb as rocks and need everything spelled out for them? J/K Just thought I'd go ahead and say it to save you know who from having to point it out to us.
#1327
04-20-2018, 06:30 PM
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You don't care to read negative opinions I get it. Some of us can pass on the M8 after reading this thread. The OP was bashed for putting it up. .I see it is now over 100 pages. So much for that. I won't give Harley a pass on this. People dropping $20K+++ on a bike should not have to deal with the possibility this type of issue.
I was actually looking at the M8. Even test rode one. VERY nice, but before I jump I read the forums whether it's a Corvette or the wife's CRV. (I passed on the Vette too)
Every opinion is fair game in a Forum. Especially when a new design has issues (SEE ABOVE)
You can deny the issue and buy one. Go for it! I am betting those with perfect M8s are looking closely at their engines for any sign of leaks and issues. That is no way to own a bike.
I suspect even those "lucky" ones without issues today. I read enough to pass. I think others have as well. Harley admitted there is a sumping issue. That's enough for me. If more people did research, Harley would have a huge issue selling these bikes. Those of us here get to know and read about the issue(s) before Harley got involved and now the 18's are the same......Amazing
Yes, Harley will fix the issues. But who wants to chance an oil issue in the middle of the desert between Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon???
Good Luck with yours.......... if you have one.
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#1328
04-20-2018, 07:38 PM
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My "point" is (SEE ABOVE) No reason to get all butt hurt with blinders on and limit those who do not suck at the Harley teat their opinions and fact-based research.
You don't care to read negative opinions I get it. Some of us can pass on the M8 after reading this thread. The OP was bashed for putting it up. .I see it is now over 100 pages. So much for that. I won't give Harley a pass on this. People dropping $20K+++ on a bike should not have to deal with the possibility this type of issue.
I was actually looking at the M8. Even test rode one. VERY nice, but before I jump I read the forums whether it's a Corvette or the wife's CRV. (I passed on the Vette too)
Every opinion is fair game in a Forum. Especially when a new design has issues (SEE ABOVE)
You can deny the issue and buy one. Go for it! I am betting those with perfect M8s are looking closely at their engines for any sign of leaks and issues. That is no way to own a bike.
I suspect even those "lucky" ones without issues today. I read enough to pass. I think others have as well. Harley admitted there is a sumping issue. That's enough for me. If more people did research, Harley would have a huge issue selling these bikes. Those of us here get to know and read about the issue(s) before Harley got involved and now the 18's are the same......Amazing
Yes, Harley will fix the issues. But who wants to chance an oil issue in the middle of the desert between Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon???
Good Luck with yours.......... if you have one.
You don't care to read negative opinions I get it. Some of us can pass on the M8 after reading this thread. The OP was bashed for putting it up. .I see it is now over 100 pages. So much for that. I won't give Harley a pass on this. People dropping $20K+++ on a bike should not have to deal with the possibility this type of issue.
I was actually looking at the M8. Even test rode one. VERY nice, but before I jump I read the forums whether it's a Corvette or the wife's CRV. (I passed on the Vette too)
Every opinion is fair game in a Forum. Especially when a new design has issues (SEE ABOVE)
You can deny the issue and buy one. Go for it! I am betting those with perfect M8s are looking closely at their engines for any sign of leaks and issues. That is no way to own a bike.
I suspect even those "lucky" ones without issues today. I read enough to pass. I think others have as well. Harley admitted there is a sumping issue. That's enough for me. If more people did research, Harley would have a huge issue selling these bikes. Those of us here get to know and read about the issue(s) before Harley got involved and now the 18's are the same......Amazing
Yes, Harley will fix the issues. But who wants to chance an oil issue in the middle of the desert between Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon???
Good Luck with yours.......... if you have one.
#1329
04-20-2018, 08:24 PM
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Damn — I’m a little pissed I didn’t read these forums first. Bought my Sport Glide In February. Dealer didn’t say a thing when I said “this isn’t the first year of the Milwaukee Eight, is t? Because I never want to play that game again after I bought the first year Ford 6.0”. He said “No-no, they’ve had the M8 for a couple years now”.