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Nov 2, 2019 | 02:44 PM

#1871

skid_pimp

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From: Cranbourne, VIC Australia

My only problem is I'll be without it for 10 days while it is on the boat....

Nov 3, 2019 | 10:06 PM

#1872

Burbur2

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Hi Guys
i hope for quick help since there is over 180 pages on this post (bit too long to read it all) as I was wondering if someone can sum it up let me know what are common issues with M8 I am considering 2018 114” Heritage (for 12.5K which btw I think is fair price - please share your opinion on this) and want to be aware of any potential problems and some tips what to pay attention to and how to identify (if possible).

Nov 3, 2019 | 10:14 PM

#1873

hdrider1

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Originally Posted by Burbur2

From what I can tell the Softails have been pretty much problem free. Seems that the issues have been with the Touring M8's. Check VIN for the service record at a dealer if possible, but you should be ok.

Nov 4, 2019 | 04:07 PM

#1874

Dynamick

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Originally Posted by Burbur2

Price sounds good (pending mileage/condition status). I've only read of two cases of Softails sumping on this forum, and they don't have hydraulic clutches so that eliminates the trans fluid transfer issue.

Have seen some reports of Softails having a fuel leak, and noisy fuel caps, but not much else. Heritage should be a fine ride, and I nearly bought one myself last year. A test ride should seal the deal.

Nov 4, 2019 | 06:09 PM

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NorthWestern

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Originally Posted by Wizardofaus

So It made that noise from day 1, you’ve most likely got an oil filter full of swarf.

I would have taken it back to the dealership before I got it home.

Wiz 🤔

The fuc* is swarf?? Good God...

Nov 4, 2019 | 06:24 PM

#1876

702

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Originally Posted by NorthWestern

The fuc* is swarf?? Good God...

Metallic particles and abrasive fragments removed by a cutting or grinding tool. First known use of the word "swarf" was in1565. Get with it.

Nov 4, 2019 | 06:30 PM

#1877

NorthWestern

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Originally Posted by 702

Metallic particles and abrasive fragments removed by a cutting or grinding tool. First known use of the word "swarf" was in1565. Get with it.

Well, ****. Learnt me something new

I have cut apart 100s of filters in my engine building career, and we called it "a filter full of metal" LOL, I would have loved to tell the customer, he had a filter full of swarf.

Last edited by NorthWestern; Nov 4, 2019 at 06:33 PM.

Nov 4, 2019 | 06:43 PM

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702

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Originally Posted by NorthWestern

Well, ****. Learnt me something new

I have cut apart 100s of filters in my engine building career, and we called it "a filter full of metal" LOL, I would have loved to tell the customer, he had a filter full of swarf.

The fuc* you from, Omak? Haha!!