what problems did the 2007's have
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From: Northeast Arkansas
2007 ultra
ride a 07 ultra classic it has 27000 miles and have had no problems at all just the 5th gear whine but it's not a problem just somthing you have to get used to but it's not a problem and after your used to it you hardley notice it .... wouldn't hesitate to have another one just like it ..
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From: Northeast Arkansas
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ride a 07 ultra classic and love it . it has 27000 miles and have had no problems at all . it does have the 5th gear whine but it's not a problem just somthing you have to get used to .. would not hesitate buying another one just like it .
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'07 Classic that just turned over 14,000 miles. Knock on wood, I have had zero problems. Traded in a '05 Softail and do not regret it. Like all the others have said do a stage 1 to take care of the heat issue. Redline shock proof heavy in the tranny and you are good to go.
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"07 SG with 10,000 miles. The only failure experience is with the fairing brackets. They were replaced under warrenty. Harley came out with new and supposedly improved brackets. So, if you experience a failure, just make sure that they install the newer type.
The 5th gear whine is something that you get use to. I don't feel the need to spend money to eliminate it. Once I found out that it did not mean that there is something wrong with the tranny, I just accepted it. They used a spur gear instead of a helical gear for 5th.
I agree with the previous posts that state that you don't need an IDS. This bike is well balanced and handles low speed manuevers and U-turns beautifully.
I wouldn't trade mine for a 2010. I don't like the 2 into one exhausts. I feel the bikes look better from the rear with two pipes instead of one. But to each his own.
The 5th gear whine is something that you get use to. I don't feel the need to spend money to eliminate it. Once I found out that it did not mean that there is something wrong with the tranny, I just accepted it. They used a spur gear instead of a helical gear for 5th.
I agree with the previous posts that state that you don't need an IDS. This bike is well balanced and handles low speed manuevers and U-turns beautifully.
I wouldn't trade mine for a 2010. I don't like the 2 into one exhausts. I feel the bikes look better from the rear with two pipes instead of one. But to each his own.
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Leo, I never said it was a bad bike, I just know from talking to you that you want a NEW bike. If you are getting a "smoking" deal then go for it!!!
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John, my froend with a 65 panhead says its the best bike hd ever met . 2007 owners say that is the best 2009 owners like yourself say theres are the best..I'm confused how can they all be the best?
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From: Illinois mid-weatern side
I liked mine. The only reason I traded for an 09 was. I only averaged about 7 to 8 thousand on rear tire and 6th gear was too tall.
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Some people complained of heat issues due to the lean nature of the stock setup. Simple enough to resolve by adding a fuel management system.
Others were bothered by the 5th gear whine (which I did notice during break in but can't hear any longer).
Some owners were unhappy that the IDS didn't come out until '08. It's a nice addition, but I wouldn't call not having it a 'deal breaker'.
Mine's been a great bike, overall.
Others were bothered by the 5th gear whine (which I did notice during break in but can't hear any longer).
Some owners were unhappy that the IDS didn't come out until '08. It's a nice addition, but I wouldn't call not having it a 'deal breaker'.
Mine's been a great bike, overall.