Dreaded Inner Primary Bearing Failure
#11
09-07-2011, 07:15 PM
Seasoned HDF Member
Well I just dropped off my Out of Warranty 2008 Road King Classic with 11,000 miles the off at the dealer to verify that my inner primary bearing is bad. Both the service manager and lead tech identified it within 5 seconds of me starting the bike. Its being taken apart to confirm there is no other problem, then it's wait and see what Harley Tech Support says on if they will authorize the work. I spoke with Harley Customer Service and got a reference number for my dealer to call once they know for sure the extent of the issue. Hopefully they can convince Harley to stand behind their product.
#12
09-07-2011, 07:42 PM
Road Warrior
#13
09-07-2011, 07:44 PM
Road Warrior
#14
09-07-2011, 07:52 PM
Road Warrior
I just checked a new inner primary I have waiting for install. no retaining ring. oil hole is on the top outside of bearing protrusion. So they changed it.
#15
09-07-2011, 07:57 PM
Former Sponsor
I have been having problems with my (2003 model Primary) FXR but the bearing year stops at (I believe) 2006 FL. I am using a double row sealed bearing & honed the trans shaft slides into (slip fit 25mm) than used a seal on the outside of the inner primary. You use no inner c-clip as the clutch holds it on (nut) against the inside of the bearing. I have had many problems with a high HP motor tearing up the bearing and years of oil leaks out of the inner primary/trans main shaft. For the first time so far I have not a drop of oil leaking!
#16
09-07-2011, 10:45 PM
#17
09-07-2011, 10:56 PM
Road Warrior
#18
09-13-2011, 01:25 PM
Finally heard from my local dealer and HD headquarters agreed to fix the primary bearing and race for free. Picking up the bike in the morning with renewed faith in my local dealer and the MoCo. Just hope they didn’t replace it with the same crappy parts.
My dealer was right on about calling HD customer service.
My dealer was right on about calling HD customer service.
#19
09-13-2011, 01:28 PM
If you have this problem call HD customer service (don't have the number handy right now but got it from my dealer) and get a reference number. That way when your local tech calls to tell them of the problem he can give them your reference number. My dealer said they have way better luck with Harley covering issues if there is reference number which basically means you the customer have already taken the time to call customer service and will most likely call back if they deny any claim.
