what problems did the 2007's have
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From: Stockbridge, GA (Atlanta)
there were some isolated crank problems with the 07s, I had a 07 SG put 22,000 miles on it did rolling burnouts, wheelies, got it sideways as often as I could---not one problem.
The IMHO the 07 is the best to mod, no TBW issues, 6speed and 96 -- plus the narrower frame (compared to 09/10) makes it easier to do slow speed and parking lot manuvers
The IMHO the 07 is the best to mod, no TBW issues, 6speed and 96 -- plus the narrower frame (compared to 09/10) makes it easier to do slow speed and parking lot manuvers
Road Warrior
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From: South of Raleigh, and west of the coast, NC.
I have nothing negative to say other than the heat issue which can be remedied fairly easily. Mine has performed well and I am very satisfied with my decision after 30,000+ miles.
Cruiser
Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Winnipeg, Canada
My suggestion to you is if you love the bike, and it fits your budget, just get it. What one person considers a problem , another might not worry too much about it. There is no such thing as a perfect bike, everyone has their opinion on motorcycles but at the end of the day it's you that rides it and what everybody else thinks doesn't really matter.
(BTW I had an 07 Street glide and it was one of the best bikes I owned. Just sold it and bought an 09 for no other reason than it was a good deal)
Good Luck and try not to lose too much sleep over this.
(BTW I had an 07 Street glide and it was one of the best bikes I owned. Just sold it and bought an 09 for no other reason than it was a good deal)
Good Luck and try not to lose too much sleep over this.
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Midway, UT.
I have a 99 RKC, the guy I bought it from has an 07, the other day we went for a ride, he wanted to see how my fairing was so we traded bikes for the ride, I listened close to see if I could hear the 5 gear wine, just barly...maybe, my bike has had a stage 1 done on it not sure if anything else, but there is a definate power difference I could pull away with his bike, impressive, he hasn't done a thing to the bike in the wahy of aftermarket, I love my bike, but I think the 07s rock.
Terry
Terry
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From: Da Windy City
I've often thought the same thing about the 07 is the best year to own.
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From: Central Florida
Mine has the same revolving problem ever since I purchased it a year ago... It continues to melt the back tire off. But the only complaining comes from my wallet. But seriously, its a great bike. It ran lean when i got it (stock) fixed after intake, pipe, and pc3. Dunno if i will ever get rid of it, not a fan of all the new upgrades, tank, new frame, tbw.
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53,000 on mine. Ran Redline or Mobil1 products in all three holes since 1,000 mile service. Changed fluid and did maintenance religiously. 33,000 worn out primary chain tensioner covered under warranty. Took it in at 51,000 for excessive lifter noise and grinding on the primary side. Here is what was replaced under warranty:
Lifter noise
Part # Description Qty
11132a Filler plug o-ring 4
11145a o-ring 4
11270 o-ring 2
11293 o-ring 4
17386-99a Rocker cover gasket 2
18538-99b Lifters 4
18635-99b Tappet cover gasket 2
Clutch/primary noise
Part # Description Qty
3368 Hex flange screw 1
37312-75 Clutch thrust bearing 1
39929-06a Primary chain tensioner 1
40037-07 Primary drive chain 1
40296-06A Compensator assembly 1
Transmission noise
Part # Description Qty
11061a Retaining ring 1
11081a Locking ring 3
11082 Securing segment 6
11207 Internal spline washer 1
12052a Inner primary oil seal 2
12074 Oil seal 1
17369-06 Gasket Service Kit 2
27444-00y o-ring 2
34091-06 Inner bearing race 2
34901-07 Primary cover gasket 1
34917-06 Transmission top gasket 1
34934-06 Primary housing gasket 2
35078-79 Hex nut 2
35122-06 Driven output gear assembly 1
35654-06 Transmission bearing gasket 1
37101-84b Oil seal 1
37906-90 Clutch ball bearing 1
37909-90 Clutch circlip 1
5837a Spacer 1
786a Seal bolts 5
8026k Needle bearing 4
8963 Needle bearing 1
8967 Double row ball bearing 1
8970 Ball bearing 2
9231 Roller bearing 1
99851-05 Formula+ 2
Lifter noise
Part # Description Qty
11132a Filler plug o-ring 4
11145a o-ring 4
11270 o-ring 2
11293 o-ring 4
17386-99a Rocker cover gasket 2
18538-99b Lifters 4
18635-99b Tappet cover gasket 2
Clutch/primary noise
Part # Description Qty
3368 Hex flange screw 1
37312-75 Clutch thrust bearing 1
39929-06a Primary chain tensioner 1
40037-07 Primary drive chain 1
40296-06A Compensator assembly 1
Transmission noise
Part # Description Qty
11061a Retaining ring 1
11081a Locking ring 3
11082 Securing segment 6
11207 Internal spline washer 1
12052a Inner primary oil seal 2
12074 Oil seal 1
17369-06 Gasket Service Kit 2
27444-00y o-ring 2
34091-06 Inner bearing race 2
34901-07 Primary cover gasket 1
34917-06 Transmission top gasket 1
34934-06 Primary housing gasket 2
35078-79 Hex nut 2
35122-06 Driven output gear assembly 1
35654-06 Transmission bearing gasket 1
37101-84b Oil seal 1
37906-90 Clutch ball bearing 1
37909-90 Clutch circlip 1
5837a Spacer 1
786a Seal bolts 5
8026k Needle bearing 4
8963 Needle bearing 1
8967 Double row ball bearing 1
8970 Ball bearing 2
9231 Roller bearing 1
99851-05 Formula+ 2
Last edited by Sefferdog; Oct 15, 2009 at 05:11 AM.