07 tranny probs?
Road Captain
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RE: 07 tranny probs?
ORIGINAL: peddler
pete: do you know what is in the fix kit. Details would really help out the rest of us.
pete: do you know what is in the fix kit. Details would really help out the rest of us.
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Road Warrior
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RE: 07 tranny probs?
If you have the dreaded 2007 tranny clatter (not whine) then shoot me an email to mailto://chico@snakebite.com.
Please include your name and HD model. I personally don't think there are enough people on this forum for HD to worry about, but let's give it a shot. If you know of someone who has it but isn't on the forum, give them the email address as well.We probably need to account for at least 10% of the models sold. To put that in perspective we need like 40,000-50,000 owners/bikes..... Like I said, I don't think we can put up a number like that....But maybe we can have a Clatter rally at a later date.
Now if you don't have the clatter and you try to spam me watch out! Bad things man, really bad things.....
Please include your name and HD model. I personally don't think there are enough people on this forum for HD to worry about, but let's give it a shot. If you know of someone who has it but isn't on the forum, give them the email address as well.We probably need to account for at least 10% of the models sold. To put that in perspective we need like 40,000-50,000 owners/bikes..... Like I said, I don't think we can put up a number like that....But maybe we can have a Clatter rally at a later date.
Now if you don't have the clatter and you try to spam me watch out! Bad things man, really bad things.....
Intermediate
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RE: 07 tranny probs?
ORIGINAL: celtlion
I have a new 07 and have not had noise issues so far, I do believe it is possible that there were transmission spec changes due to the problems stated here with the earlier bikes. I also think HD should at least offer the isolation drive system for all 07 owners installed for free and for those that can show a true transmission issue a free upgrade.
That said, I also think some of the people suggesting HD should install a free Baker transmission in their bikes are FOS.
I have a new 07 and have not had noise issues so far, I do believe it is possible that there were transmission spec changes due to the problems stated here with the earlier bikes. I also think HD should at least offer the isolation drive system for all 07 owners installed for free and for those that can show a true transmission issue a free upgrade.
That said, I also think some of the people suggesting HD should install a free Baker transmission in their bikes are FOS.
I noticed that celtlion has a non-stock derby cover on his bike, and he is not experiencing the clatter problem. I also switched the derby cover on my 07 RK Custom from the stock to the chrome flames. I also don't have the clatter.
Any chance at all this could have an effect on it?
Thanks for putting up with my inexperienced questions. I am just trying to "think outside the box."
Tourer
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RE: 07 tranny probs?
Not Likely! The derby cover is just that, a cover or inspection cover for the clutch assembly, specifically the derby cover providesaccess to adjust the clutch.Would be nice if changing the cover would cure the clatter, not that simple I'm afraid.
Cruiser
Joined: May 2007
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From: DETROIT
RE: 07 tranny probs?
I understand all your guys concerns about a wine in 5 gear but does anybody remeber riding an old shovel head or even for that fact an iron head sportster.
Hell what about a open clutch pan head. You want to hear noise.
Just asking a question?
Hell what about a open clutch pan head. You want to hear noise.
Just asking a question?
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: pennsylvania
RE: 07 tranny probs?
ORIGINAL: electaRICK
rm... you sure do like to type.
I agree with ya..
but I got a Lemon,,, and going to dump it for a peach.. dont that make sense?
you are very vocal,,, and hope you can yank the right chains,, but Ive been here since day 1,,,almost a year now
seen many guys, such as yourself, end up on a dead end street!?
a bee never beats the bear.
if the 08 aint any better,,,,, I'll be first in line for a 09!!
Longsnow,,, HD's extended Warnt'y could cost up to almost 2k,, I'm putting that towards a 08,,, why take a chance? have the summer ruined with a bike all apart
rm... you sure do like to type.
I agree with ya..
but I got a Lemon,,, and going to dump it for a peach.. dont that make sense?
you are very vocal,,, and hope you can yank the right chains,, but Ive been here since day 1,,,almost a year now
seen many guys, such as yourself, end up on a dead end street!?
a bee never beats the bear.
if the 08 aint any better,,,,, I'll be first in line for a 09!!
Longsnow,,, HD's extended Warnt'y could cost up to almost 2k,, I'm putting that towards a 08,,, why take a chance? have the summer ruined with a bike all apart
good luck
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Monroe, Louisiana
RE: 07 tranny probs?
Sorry to hear the 08's still have the noise. That just means the Moco will stick with their normal story for another year.
I would expect sales to fall off more though.
I would expect sales to fall off more though.
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Road Captain
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Arizona
RE: 07 tranny probs?
ORIGINAL: rmarion
T2R
someone posted it it a while ago, on you tube???? It's the 1st time I've ever heard it......
unbeliveable sound...........[:'(]
T2R
someone posted it it a while ago, on you tube???? It's the 1st time I've ever heard it......
unbeliveable sound...........[:'(]
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Battle Ground, Washington
RE: 07 tranny probs?
Baker's product is called the DD6 and is pretty expensive-I think you'd need to plan on spending over 2K on it and then the installation is going to run a bit due to the hours. They offer some options that drive the price up to around 3K if I recall correctly. A local dealer here in Oregon says they see twice as many issues with Bakers as they do with the stock transmission. I doubt it, but just passing it along. The same dealer has indicated that Harley Davidson recently sent out a dealer-wide mandate to their service departments that if anything other than HD's own fluid is used in the transmission it will void warranty. I am in direct discussion with one of the major manufacturers of one of these non-HD transmission oil companies and they were very upset to hear this. I also think it's unlawful for HD to make this kind of statement so am rattling some cages to get the straight answer. I was one of many who have put a non-HD tranny fluid into the bike in the hopes it will help quiet this horrible noise that all but ruins the riding experience for me. My suggestion on a Baker is wait for your warranty to run out at least that way you haven't ruined any (remote) chance of getting in on a recall or class action.