who's been having to add transmission fluid?
#1561
09-08-2017, 08:30 PM
Road Master
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Well maybe your post might have reached a few people. Harley can only continue to live on the "fanboy" money for so long. HD knows that. Heck, the M8 is an answer to this. Strong, torquey, smooth. Handles better. $hit the 2018 Softails are an even bigger nod to fixing the product line for the future. These changes are all about keeping long term riders within "the fold".
Huge mistake if they don't fix this as far as I'm concerned...
I posted a heads up on a Harley Facebook group. Wow, you'd think I kicked their dog or something. All I said was to keep an eye on the fluid levels and people assumed I was a troll and just looking to cause issues. I finally deleted by FB post. No good deed goes unpunished.
Huge mistake if they don't fix this as far as I'm concerned...
Last edited by ocezam; 09-08-2017 at 08:54 PM.
#1562
09-08-2017, 08:34 PM
Road Master
Thruxton R - Seriously nice bike! My son owns one. It takes me a while, a half hour at least 55 years old, to deal with the ergonomics, but damn that's a FUN bike once I'm connected to it.
Last edited by ocezam; 09-08-2017 at 09:10 PM.
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#1565
09-08-2017, 08:39 PM
Road Master
I can't fault anyone for buying a Honda Goldwing.
Three years ago this December, my then 88 year old FIL decided after two knee replacements and a heart attack that he was going to stop riding. He offered me his 2006 Goldwing. I was a little skeptical on whether I would like the bike or not, so I took an extended test ride down to Florida on an overnight visit to some cousins.
I can't say enough good about the power and handling of this bike. In almost twelve hundred miles it never missed a beat. The creature comforts were exceptional as well. The GPS, stereo and CB worked perfectly. The heated seats and grips, plus the adjustable windshield made the ride in the chilly morning air oh so pleasant. The gas mileage wasn't bad; averaging in the high 30's.
I was so impressed by this machine I decided I wanted my whole family to be able to share in the experience.....so I bought a Subaru Outback.
Three years ago this December, my then 88 year old FIL decided after two knee replacements and a heart attack that he was going to stop riding. He offered me his 2006 Goldwing. I was a little skeptical on whether I would like the bike or not, so I took an extended test ride down to Florida on an overnight visit to some cousins.
I can't say enough good about the power and handling of this bike. In almost twelve hundred miles it never missed a beat. The creature comforts were exceptional as well. The GPS, stereo and CB worked perfectly. The heated seats and grips, plus the adjustable windshield made the ride in the chilly morning air oh so pleasant. The gas mileage wasn't bad; averaging in the high 30's.
I was so impressed by this machine I decided I wanted my whole family to be able to share in the experience.....so I bought a Subaru Outback.
Man I do like it when I can actually laugh about this issue. But I'd rather drive Subaru than anything I have to watch the fluids on every week.
#1566
09-08-2017, 08:42 PM
Road Master
Has anyone checked into converting to a cable? Initially I figured going hydraulic had advantages, but I'm beginning to wonder. Cables last much longer than they used to it seems, and usually they'll give you some warning before failing. And obviously they're not subject to creating the migration issue we're having. Just a suggestion.
#1567
09-08-2017, 09:53 PM
I agree,, the 18 Softail models have a nice clutch feel. Not one color I like tho...
#1568
09-08-2017, 10:03 PM
Road Master
Check out the Red Iron Denim on the Heritage 114. Up close it'll change your opinion. Problem is the Denim paint - with 15 to 20K being put on every year I get sloppy on keeping bugs off, and that Denim won't put up with that. Japanese beetles were unbelievable this year. I'm not referring to the ladybugs either.
#1569
09-08-2017, 10:12 PM
Road Master
Got a Toys for Tots run tomorrow and I intend to keep the revs up higher, then check again after I get home.
Anyway, to figure costs I'd go to an online fiche and compare to a cable model. Obviously you'll need a lever, cable and end cover for the trans, the internals (ramp, *****, actuator lever); beyond that I'm not sure about the clutch or pushrod. If numbers match the hydraulic jobs your good there...
#1570
09-08-2017, 11:23 PM
Road Master
My loss is still happening and I'm a conservative rider. 1100 mi. since last changed and the oil is at the bottom of the X on the stick.
Anyway, to figure costs I'd go to an online fiche and compare to a cable model. Obviously you'll need a lever, cable and end cover for the trans, the internals (ramp, *****, actuator lever); beyond that I'm not sure about the clutch or pushrod. If numbers match the hydraulic jobs your good there...
Anyway, to figure costs I'd go to an online fiche and compare to a cable model. Obviously you'll need a lever, cable and end cover for the trans, the internals (ramp, *****, actuator lever); beyond that I'm not sure about the clutch or pushrod. If numbers match the hydraulic jobs your good there...