Warranty...void?
Thread Starter
|
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 1,294
Likes: 1
From: South FL
Warranty...void?
Hi all,
I have placed an order with Fuelmoto (power package) for my 2010 ultra limited, and I intend to install the upgrade by myself. But then one of my friends has told me that the bike warranty will be void, if I install these parts by myself.
Is it true?
Can anyone clarify this for me?
Thanks much in advanced
Nick
I have placed an order with Fuelmoto (power package) for my 2010 ultra limited, and I intend to install the upgrade by myself. But then one of my friends has told me that the bike warranty will be void, if I install these parts by myself.
Is it true?
Can anyone clarify this for me?
Thanks much in advanced
Nick
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 30,886
Likes: 33,045
From: King George, VA
Just by asking about it you voided your warranty.
Just kidding there. Actually, your warranty would only be voided if it could be proven that your upgrade caused damage to the bike.
Just kidding there. Actually, your warranty would only be voided if it could be proven that your upgrade caused damage to the bike.
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 507
Likes: 3
From: 2 miles from the Sun!
I have a 07 ultra and according to the warreny company if HD did not do the work then they can deny the claim. I found this out when I was loooking to put tires in the bike . Call them and ask cant hurt!
Russ
Russ
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 13,402
Likes: 941
From: Illinois
First the warranty is a written contract. If you violate a provision that states it will result in a claim being denied for a failure such as racing, abuse etc. that is a risk. But, the warranty must comply with the provisions of the Federal Magnuson-Moss act.
The bottom line is that the claim denial must show that the modification was the proximate cause of the failure in order to deny the claim.
If you have a fuel management system and the rear wheel bearing goes out, you are covered. If your wiring harness fries you are covered.
This still leaves on problem. A claim can be denied unjustly and it is up to you to fight to get it back.
I am a stubborn Scotch-Irish-German who will argue with a sign post. I have fought dealers in the past. Here's how one worked. I paid $219 for something that I should not have. I paid the bill, went to small claims court for that amount and filing fees, showed
up with the bill and the warranty info. Ruling was in my favor. Dealer said "So what. Just see if you can get the money" When he received a legal notice that the dealership was to be sold at auction on the court house steps by the Sheriff the next week. He paid up fast. Cost me way more than the bill and fees but it was sweet victory worth ten times that.
I'm putting a Cobra F2000R in my 2010 when I get it at J&P'S open house this summer. I have had warranty work and recalls done on my 07 FXSTC with the same programmer. Dealer didn't say peep.
The bottom line is that the claim denial must show that the modification was the proximate cause of the failure in order to deny the claim.
If you have a fuel management system and the rear wheel bearing goes out, you are covered. If your wiring harness fries you are covered.
This still leaves on problem. A claim can be denied unjustly and it is up to you to fight to get it back.
I am a stubborn Scotch-Irish-German who will argue with a sign post. I have fought dealers in the past. Here's how one worked. I paid $219 for something that I should not have. I paid the bill, went to small claims court for that amount and filing fees, showed
up with the bill and the warranty info. Ruling was in my favor. Dealer said "So what. Just see if you can get the money" When he received a legal notice that the dealership was to be sold at auction on the court house steps by the Sheriff the next week. He paid up fast. Cost me way more than the bill and fees but it was sweet victory worth ten times that.
I'm putting a Cobra F2000R in my 2010 when I get it at J&P'S open house this summer. I have had warranty work and recalls done on my 07 FXSTC with the same programmer. Dealer didn't say peep.
Last edited by lh4x4; May 25, 2010 at 11:07 PM.
Cruiser
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 103
Likes: 0
You may want to read this.. Magnuson Moss Act. I believe this will answer your question.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuson-Moss_Act
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuson-Moss_Act
Last edited by txrancher47; May 25, 2010 at 11:35 PM.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 2,588
Likes: 9
From: Sunny Southern California
First the warranty is a written contract. If you violate a provision that states it will result in a claim being denied for a failure such as racing, abuse etc. that is a risk. But, the warranty must comply with the provisions of the Federal Magnuson-Moss act.
The bottom line is that the claim denial must show that the modification was the proximate cause of the failure in order to deny the claim.
If you have a fuel management system and the rear wheel bearing goes out, you are covered. If your wiring harness fries you are covered.
This still leaves on problem. A claim can be denied unjustly and it is up to you to fight to get it back.
I am a stubborn Scotch-Irish-German who will argue with a sign post. I have fought dealers in the past. Here's how one worked. I paid $219 for something that I should not have. I paid the bill, went to small claims court for that amount and filing fees, showed
up with the bill and the warranty info. Ruling was in my favor. Dealer said "So what. Just see if you can get the money" When he received a legal notice that the dealership was to be sold at auction on the court house steps by the Sheriff the next week. He paid up fast. Cost me way more than the bill and fees but it was sweet victory worth ten times that.
I'm putting a Cobra F2000R in my 2010 when I get it at J&P'S open house this summer. I have had warranty work and recalls done on my 07 FXSTC with the same programmer. Dealer didn't say peep.
The bottom line is that the claim denial must show that the modification was the proximate cause of the failure in order to deny the claim.
If you have a fuel management system and the rear wheel bearing goes out, you are covered. If your wiring harness fries you are covered.
This still leaves on problem. A claim can be denied unjustly and it is up to you to fight to get it back.
I am a stubborn Scotch-Irish-German who will argue with a sign post. I have fought dealers in the past. Here's how one worked. I paid $219 for something that I should not have. I paid the bill, went to small claims court for that amount and filing fees, showed
up with the bill and the warranty info. Ruling was in my favor. Dealer said "So what. Just see if you can get the money" When he received a legal notice that the dealership was to be sold at auction on the court house steps by the Sheriff the next week. He paid up fast. Cost me way more than the bill and fees but it was sweet victory worth ten times that.
I'm putting a Cobra F2000R in my 2010 when I get it at J&P'S open house this summer. I have had warranty work and recalls done on my 07 FXSTC with the same programmer. Dealer didn't say peep.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 1,294
Likes: 1
From: South FL
Thanks much everyone!
I am not a lawyer, but if I am not making a mistake, the Magnuson-Moss Act has "allowed" the consumer to use un-branded parts ro replace their product, as long as these parts do not cause damage to the product, and the seller (HD) cannot prevent, or use these un-branded parts as a reason to deny a warranty claim.
I hope someone will correct, or clarify for me, if I am wrong.
Thanks again
Nick
I am not a lawyer, but if I am not making a mistake, the Magnuson-Moss Act has "allowed" the consumer to use un-branded parts ro replace their product, as long as these parts do not cause damage to the product, and the seller (HD) cannot prevent, or use these un-branded parts as a reason to deny a warranty claim.
I hope someone will correct, or clarify for me, if I am wrong.
Thanks again
Nick
Last edited by jackhis; May 26, 2010 at 12:34 AM. Reason: typo
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public
Verdad Gallardo
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window
Verdad Gallardo
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 2,447
Likes: 0
From: Danville Va, Providence NC
I am a stubborn Scotch-Irish-German who will argue with a sign post. I have fought dealers in the past. Here's how one worked. I paid $219 for something that I should not have. I paid the bill, went to small claims court for that amount and filing fees, showed
up with the bill and the warranty info. Ruling was in my favor. Dealer said "So what. Just see if you can get the money" When he received a legal notice that the dealership was to be sold at auction on the court house steps by the Sheriff the next week. He paid up fast. Cost me way more than the bill and fees but it was sweet victory worth ten times that.
up with the bill and the warranty info. Ruling was in my favor. Dealer said "So what. Just see if you can get the money" When he received a legal notice that the dealership was to be sold at auction on the court house steps by the Sheriff the next week. He paid up fast. Cost me way more than the bill and fees but it was sweet victory worth ten times that.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 2,588
Likes: 9
From: Sunny Southern California
Thanks much everyone!
I am not a lawyer, but if I am not making a mistake, the Magnuson-Moss Act has "allowed" the consumer to use un-branded parts ro replace their product, as long as these parts do not cause damage to the product, and the seller (HD) cannot prevent, or use these un-branded parts as a reason to deny a warranty claim.
I hope someone will correct, or clarify for me, if I am wrong.
Thanks again
Nick
I am not a lawyer, but if I am not making a mistake, the Magnuson-Moss Act has "allowed" the consumer to use un-branded parts ro replace their product, as long as these parts do not cause damage to the product, and the seller (HD) cannot prevent, or use these un-branded parts as a reason to deny a warranty claim.
I hope someone will correct, or clarify for me, if I am wrong.
Thanks again
Nick