Strong fuel odor.
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Strong fuel odor.
Hi all,
Purchased new 2008 Harley Road King in December. Presently have 750 miles on bike. After returning from ride and parking in garage , there is a very strong odor like raw fuel, and I mean very strong, like there is an open can of gas in the garage.There does not appear to be any leaks. The odor is around the engine area. I also notice the odor when I am riding and stopped at a traffic signal. I have taken the bike to the Palm Bay Harley dealer, but they didn't find anything. This is the first year for the cableless throttle control. Just wondering if anyone else with an 08 model is experiencing the same issue.
Purchased new 2008 Harley Road King in December. Presently have 750 miles on bike. After returning from ride and parking in garage , there is a very strong odor like raw fuel, and I mean very strong, like there is an open can of gas in the garage.There does not appear to be any leaks. The odor is around the engine area. I also notice the odor when I am riding and stopped at a traffic signal. I have taken the bike to the Palm Bay Harley dealer, but they didn't find anything. This is the first year for the cableless throttle control. Just wondering if anyone else with an 08 model is experiencing the same issue.
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RE: Strong fuel odor.
Hello from Southeast Louisiana and[sm=welcomesign.gif] to our family... Sorry I can't help with your question, mine an 07 and still using cables, try the tech section of the forum. Good luck..."D"
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Welcome from Florida! +1 on the tech forums - lots of very knowledgable folks there.
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