Who here has a Harley Security System installed?
Supporter
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Vermont
Personally, I like having the security system and I live in a place where one is usually not needed. I do travel a lot though. You have a pin for just about everything these days. It really is not as bad as some make it sound. I wouldn't let the forum scare you off. It is a nice option in this day and age.
5th Gear
Joined: Aug 2012
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From: lapeer, mich.
Don"t. get the (pt#91672-07 H-D Security System Pager Receiver II rechargeable.) Had this on my 2008 fxdli Lowrider after a while, about 1 1/2 yrs. it would not take a charge, went to dealer they would not replace the battery (it went bad) told me to buy a new one for 90 bucks I politly told him where he could put it.
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Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Baton Rouge, LA
I have it and while it is an asset ... at times it can be a major pain in the a$$ ... you've got to have a fob in range if you are doing anything to the bike, of if you're doing something in the garage and decide to move the bike .... many say just throw the extra fob in the bike ... kind of makes you lazy and defeats the whole purpose of the "security" of the device ... all in all I'd rather have spent the money on something else ... just my.02 cents worth!
To the OP: Unless this has changed since '07 you'll have to have the SSS and fob(s) programmed by the dealer. Mine charged their minimum (˝ hour) to do the job, which included installing the SSS (very simple), but I don't know of a way around it.
I also give a +1 for the popular $6 Radio Shack siren mod. Also note that if you buy the SSS from HD you will only get one fob, so if you want another consider buying it on Ebay. I found a used fob for $19 shipped and it works fine, but it will have to be programmed just like the one that came with the SSS kit, so it would be best to have it ready when you do your install and programming.
Last edited by iclick; Aug 22, 2012 at 03:43 PM.
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Joined: Jan 2007
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From: anacoco, la
I have it and while it is an asset ... at times it can be a major pain in the a$$ ... you've got to have a fob in range if you are doing anything to the bike, of if you're doing something in the garage and decide to move the bike .... many say just throw the extra fob in the bike ... kind of makes you lazy and defeats the whole purpose of the "security" of the device ... all in all I'd rather have spent the money on something else ... just my.02 cents worth!
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 552
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From: Myrtle Beach, SC
I guess I don't have the problems that others do. I have pockets, so I have my fob on me 99.99% of the time. And even if I do move the bike without the fob around it's never caused a problem. Just flashing lights. Bike starts fine once I grab the fob. Great security system IMHO.
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2011
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From: Illinois
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