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Old May 14, 2017 | 10:25 PM
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That's a good mechanic to be able to find that one.
 
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That's a good mechanic to be able to find that one.
I thought so too !
 
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My then new 09 RG didn't squeak, but you know I found the same bolt loose like that. Crazy. Glad you found it!
 
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You have an excellent Tech there
 
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You have an excellent Tech there
I do my share of HD tech bashing, as today, most seem to be just parts changers...


That guy had the ability to analyze a problem and think it through to a successful conclusion, good tech there... Kudos to him and you for finding him!
 
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Great follow up merman, thank you!
 
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That loose bolt should have been caught during the PDI! Glad it was caught before it fell out
 
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My 17 Road King will not start in gear with the clutch lever pulled. I did a search and found a few others that have had the clutch switch stop operating. It was intermittent at first. Now its constant. Going to try to get it in Sat. Could be dangerous if it stalled in traffic. Don't want to try to find neutral with a car bearing down on me.
 
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Originally Posted by Jmccathern
My 17 Road King will not start in gear with the clutch lever pulled. I did a search and found a few others that have had the clutch switch stop operating. It was intermittent at first. Now its constant. Going to try to get it in Sat. Could be dangerous if it stalled in traffic. Don't want to try to find neutral with a car bearing down on me.
I checked mine Jm, so far so good but I'll keep and eye on it and mention to others, thanks
 
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