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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 12:46 PM
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The batteries suck, both of my fobs had issues. Make sure you have your security pin set up.
 
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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 01:35 PM
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The posters that suggested setting the security PIN are giving you good advice. My fob for my Fat Boy only lasted 2 years.
 
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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 01:50 PM
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so the people with aftermarket radios - how are you dealing with this? just disable the security? or dealing with it when/if it happens?
 
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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 03:35 PM
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both of mine croaked after 3 years..nearly to the day
 
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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by slothy
so the people with aftermarket radios - how are you dealing with this? just disable the security? or dealing with it when/if it happens?
the radio has nothing to do with it. the security code is displayed on the odometer

Originally Posted by PistonPuller
They usually run about $25 or so and that will include a flash to the bike.
+1 on the code. I am never worried about my battery dying because I know my code. When the batter go then I use the code until I can replace the battery.
thank you!!!! i feel like the lone ranger with all these folks and their spare batteries, changing every year, etc..... i change it when it dies. last one lasted over 3 years. and knowing the code can save you if your bike is parked in an area with interference, or, god forbid, you lose your fob, drop it in water, etc.....
 
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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 05:12 PM
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I keep a spare battery taped to the inside of one of my saddlebags.
Not needed it yet, but, good feeling.
 
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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 05:33 PM
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Replaced mine at 14 months.
 
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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 05:40 PM
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One of mine is starting to act up now, 08 model. Why are the batteries in both my cars' fobs still good? One is a 2000 model, one is 2003? Does the security system cause a constant draw?
 
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Owners manual says once a year. Both of the fobs lasted right at four years. I carry a set of batteries and still wait for them to die before replacing. I have no problem using the code to get the bike going when the fob dies. My code is all 1's. Easy to remember and quick to input. I someone wants it they can try.

The fob is on 24/7. Many car fobs only activate when a button is pushed. My Toyota is 24/7.
 
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I bought my FLSTFB in September of 09 and still have same fobs. I'm glad this thread was posted, I had to go in the garage and make sure I still remembered how to do the code. Memory refreshed, thanks for the reminder.
 
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