Denim paint problems?
#21
02-12-2012, 08:59 AM
paint problems with black denim
I have an 08 fatbob and have had problems with the paint bubbling . first the front fender then the lowers on the forks . my rear fender is really bad . THE HARLEY REP DID NOT WANT TO REPLACE IT OR ADMIT TO A PROBLEM .When i turned it in
#22
02-12-2012, 09:09 AM
I have a 2009 Red Hot Denim Street Glide.
I was wondering if anyone out there has had the same problem with the paint peeling on the Denim Colors? Back end of front fender. It started on the outside of fender and now into the inside. When I say it's peeling...I mean it's peeling in big pieces.
Ok, No I have not dropped the bike...nor have I hit anything!
I do have 18,550 mile on her. I have also notice that swing arm is peeling also...but that is just black stock frame paint. Just Wondering is it me or the paint? Thanks!
I was wondering if anyone out there has had the same problem with the paint peeling on the Denim Colors? Back end of front fender. It started on the outside of fender and now into the inside. When I say it's peeling...I mean it's peeling in big pieces.
Ok, No I have not dropped the bike...nor have I hit anything!
I do have 18,550 mile on her. I have also notice that swing arm is peeling also...but that is just black stock frame paint. Just Wondering is it me or the paint? Thanks!
#24
02-13-2012, 03:55 AM
Ultimate HDF Member
I've never had much faith in the long term durability of denims. The whole concept of clear coat is the protection and durability of the paint job. Denims have a "Denim clear coat", but it's nothing like the protective clear coat on a gloss paint job. As far as I know, there are no denim/flat clears that would pass the rigorous testing required for OEM certification (for the automotive industry).
#25
02-16-2012, 07:14 PM
paint problems with black denim
Harley Davidson has just told me they will not stand by there product they will not own up to a paint problem with denim paint , Like this is a surprise. please do me a favor and send emails to this address hd-buellservice@harley-davidson.com with the reff # 1091772 [RQID:1091772]. and call 414.343.4056 and tell ANN how you feel . Telling them they have just ruined the American dream . anyone want to swap a Harley for a bike that has Quality . if you have these problems let them have it .
#26
02-16-2012, 07:24 PM
After owning my Lo for 3 months, I was wiping her down in the summer and noticed the denim black oil tank had spiderweb craks in the paint. Kinda like fiberglass when it cracks. Went to dealer and the HD rep said I have never seen this, I said well now you have. HD replaced it.
#27
02-16-2012, 09:30 PM
Seasoned HDF Member
have you looked at paint jobs on other make bikes? if you think hd is crap, wait till you check them out......
#28
02-16-2012, 09:41 PM
Club Member
A little over 2 years since I last posted in this thread and still no problems with my denim paint. Guess I'm luckier than Oprah winning a free dozen doughnuts at Krispy Kreme.
#29
02-16-2012, 11:09 PM
Extreme HDF Member
Who keeps bringing up these old troll posts? He came in made a bogus claim and has not been around since.
#30
02-17-2012, 06:15 AM
Seasoned HDF Member
and in keeping with the theme of this post, 2 years and counting on my denim as well....
