"Whining" Noise on 2017 FLHR
#11
01-01-2017, 12:12 AM
Seasoned HDF Member
It seems like the issues just keep coming out over this "Tested over a million miles" engine. smdh. Why is the MoCo letting this go instead of recalling these issues? I for one am started to believe this engine was a slap together and not in development for years as they claim. I also believe it will be a great engine but will probably take years just like every other HD engine has
I literally still hear more of the same old issues with Twincams though and over half of those issues had to be fixed by the aftermarket. Lets hope HD has a better track record with the new platform. Does sound like they're stepping up whenever they see a problem.
#12
01-01-2017, 12:52 PM
Grand HDF Member
I bought a 2017 Street Glide in September. At about 300 miles I experience a high pitched whine that reminded me of a super charger. I called HD corporate and complained. I was instructed to take it to my dealer to inspect my cam. The dealer told me that the cam had to be removed and if it had a certain number that ended in 2 it needed to be replaced. It did have such a number. Since it was all apart I had the Screaminin Eagle cam, air box and mufflers installed and street tuner. All I had to do was pay for parts since all parts had to be removed to remove the cam. That was 1500 miles ago and no whining noise since. I asked about this noise since then and the dealer said they are aware of the problem, but unless the owner complains there is no recall and won't do anything about the problem. Not all 2017's have this problem, but it was obvious that corporate HD knew about because they gave the dealer explicit repair instruction.
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It would be interesting to know what numbers were on your defective cam to see if the MoCo made a production change.
#13
01-01-2017, 12:57 PM
Club Member
#14
01-01-2017, 01:10 PM
Grand HDF Member
Have you picked up a back rest yet? I have two left overs off my Road King, one is adjustable and both are the standard height and both have no pads.
Ill pass one to you, Just cause I used to ride the Canyon and lived on Timponogas circle.
Last edited by sixguns; 01-01-2017 at 01:17 PM.
#15
01-07-2017, 07:11 AM
#16
04-11-2017, 09:14 AM
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2017 FLHR...Took a test Ride...Traded my 2015 FLHR as this new one is a vast improvement in torque, suspension, etc. At approx 40 mph in 3rd or 4th gear there is a cyclical whining noise (seems to be from the rear) that I can't identify. Heading to Dealer for 1K service, but just wondering if anyone else has experienced this odd sound.
#17
04-11-2017, 09:17 AM
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#18
04-11-2017, 09:21 AM
I agree put this into the M8 Section! Also might be helpful you guys that have this whine, either when did you buy your bike or even better, when was it produced? Maybe there is a common theme here..........
Eagle Out
OH and the only Whine I have is me when I have to put my M8 away for the night.................
Eagle Out
OH and the only Whine I have is me when I have to put my M8 away for the night.................
#19
04-11-2017, 12:52 PM
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#20
04-13-2017, 08:17 PM
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I bought a 2017 Street Glide in September. At about 300 miles I experience a high pitched whine that reminded me of a super charger. I called HD corporate and complained. I was instructed to take it to my dealer to inspect my cam. The dealer told me that the cam had to be removed and if it had a certain number that ended in 2 it needed to be replaced. It did have such a number. Since it was all apart I had the Screaminin Eagle cam, air box and mufflers installed and street tuner. All I had to do was pay for parts since all parts had to be removed to remove the cam. That was 1500 miles ago and no whining noise since. I asked about this noise since then and the dealer said they are aware of the problem, but unless the owner complains there is no recall and won't do anything about the problem. Not all 2017's have this problem, but it was obvious that corporate HD knew about because they gave the dealer explicit repair instruction.