Used 2017 M8
#21
06-28-2018, 10:00 AM
Unfortunately that $17k could look VERY expensive down the road. Just depends if the buyer can confirm if the engine in the bike had sumping issues? Does it have an intact factory warranty? Does it have an intact Extended warranty? The answer to those questions are actually far more important than the negotiated sale price in light of the 2017 and 2018 bike issues. But for 60 days patience, its worth waiting to see what changes are made to the 2019s and if they suit your tastes and budget.
#22
06-28-2018, 10:08 AM
Seasoned HDF Member
yup, which is stated by folks in this thread as being Numero Uno concern, along with documented history, etc..if those check out then he can save a ton of money over buying new latest and greatest
#23
06-28-2018, 10:51 AM
Unfortunately that $17k could look VERY expensive down the road. Just depends if the buyer can confirm if the engine in the bike had sumping issues? Does it have an intact factory warranty? Does it have an intact Extended warranty? The answer to those questions are actually far more important than the negotiated sale price in light of the 2017 and 2018 bike issues. But for 60 days patience, its worth waiting to see what changes are made to the 2019s and if they suit your tastes and budget.
#24
06-28-2018, 11:07 AM
That's the "proof" I have and here's a thread and the pics of the engine. https://www.hdforums.com/forum/milwa...l#post17392017
Last edited by Heatwave; 06-28-2018 at 11:08 AM.
#25
06-28-2018, 11:16 AM
My 4th engine was a Stage IV engine built AT THE FACTORY. I've posted pics of the codes on both the engine cases and on the side of the engine. This engine has over 1500 miles with excellent performance in all rpm ranges. No signs of sumping. I believe others in the last month or so have also received similar replacement engines. These codes cannot be found in ANY HD catalog or any parts diagram. My dealer informed me it was a 2019 engine but others have disagreed. It is my strong believe that HD is quietly replacing failed engines under warranty with newly designed engine cases that are currently being manufactured for the 2019 bikes about to be launched.
That's the "proof" I have and here's a thread and the pics of the engine. https://www.hdforums.com/forum/milwa...l#post17392017
That's the "proof" I have and here's a thread and the pics of the engine. https://www.hdforums.com/forum/milwa...l#post17392017
#26
06-28-2018, 11:39 AM
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#27
06-28-2018, 11:47 AM
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#28
06-28-2018, 11:54 AM
Outstanding HDF Member
I hate to say it but there's likely to be ALOT of 2017 and 2018 bikes being sold on CL, Bike Trader and through dealers. Some of these will be "sad" sales just trying to make a problem someone else's. If the warranty is gone and a 2017 or 2018 bike is up for sale, there's a very good chance the bike displayed early signs of sumping (sluggish throttle after riding for an hr or more) to the original owner who didn't want to wait to find out the bad news. I'm afraid to say alot of unsuspecting buyers are about to find out the great "deal" they got ... is a little more than they planned for.
#29
06-28-2018, 12:43 PM
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#30
06-28-2018, 01:28 PM
Really have no idea what, if any, changes were made to the 4th engine since the factory assembled it and even the dealer didn't see the inside. All I know is under the same riding conditions, with the same rider, the first 3 engines sumped and the 4th one didn't. The dealer tech said it was a 2019. That's all I got plus the engine #s and pics I shared.
Last edited by Heatwave; 06-28-2018 at 01:31 PM.