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Old Apr 29, 2014 | 08:33 PM
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I'm thinking about buying a 2009 ultra CVO. Any pros or cons with the 09 bikes? I currently ride an 04 Ultra.
 
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one of the better years imo,new frame 6 gallon tank,better suspension. 09 didn't have catalyst except cvo,so investigate if it still has it.
 
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Great year, its got the new frame with the 180mm rear tire, improved suspension/swingarm, redesigned engine mounting. Also the much improved brembo brakes and 6 gallon tank that came in 2008
 

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I'll check on the catalyst. Guess removing it cools it down quite a bit??
 
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Did the 09's have the 5th gear whine??
 
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Last year of the "Hand Built" CVOs by a two-four man team!

Check for any of the recalls or service bulletins regarding the 2009 model years.

Rear brake switch, tire recalls, fuel tank screw covers may come to mine.



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yes they have the 5th gear whine,its because of a stronger straight cut gear,and it quiets down down nicely around 10-20,000 miles.
 
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2 problems i know about are primary bearing,not many from what i can tell and some early wheel bearing failures, but don't let those scare ya they aren't widespread problems.
 
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In all truth, the fifth gear cut is actually a stronger cut then the gear that replaced it in 2010.

To be honest I don't even hear mine whine anymore!


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Good idea..... I'll checkout the bulletins. Thanks.
 
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