who's been having to add transmission fluid?
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10-16-2017, 02:39 PM
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10-17-2017, 06:41 AM
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Mine was fine until between 3,000 and 5,000 miles then the Xmsn level went from near full to just under half way (it went into the primary). During the 5,000 mile service I replaced the Xmsn Cover gasket with one I enlarged the hole on like someone showed on the other forum. 4,500 miles later (no change in driving habits) and Xmsn level has not moved from just under half way mark. I have filed complaints with NHTSA, BBB, and Harley. My dealer knows about it too but I told them until Harley knows what is going on and can articulate it then there is nothing they can do for me.
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#1987
10-17-2017, 08:19 AM
Is there any proof the MOCO has bought anything back and made the owner happy due to OIL TRANSFER? Also the MOCO may or may not cover aftermarket add ons or customer add ons after the bike was purchased, especially those added by owner and not dealer. KEEP YOUR RECEIPTS FOR ANYTHING YOU ADD BOYS! Ya never know....
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10-17-2017, 09:22 AM
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True enough.
Well I have done a bit of research on this. I am contemplating this exact type of action but......First off every state is different and some DO NOT cover motorcycles under lemon laws, sorry for those not covered. You should understand, the MOCO is in control for the most part. Ya ya I hear ya its a lemon, I HAVE ONE TOO! Problem is the MOCO can agree or disagree to your request at which point there is an arbitration hearing if they disagree, (at least here in Ohio). The arbitrators make a ruling that they feel is fair. Now you the owner may agree or disagree, if you disagree, you are left with taking the MOCO to court. How many of us have that kind of resources and or time/cash?
Is there any proof the MOCO has bought anything back and made the owner happy due to OIL TRANSFER? Also the MOCO may or may not cover aftermarket add ons or customer add ons after the bike was purchased, especially those added by owner and not dealer. KEEP YOUR RECEIPTS FOR ANYTHING YOU ADD BOYS! Ya never know....
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Is there any proof the MOCO has bought anything back and made the owner happy due to OIL TRANSFER? Also the MOCO may or may not cover aftermarket add ons or customer add ons after the bike was purchased, especially those added by owner and not dealer. KEEP YOUR RECEIPTS FOR ANYTHING YOU ADD BOYS! Ya never know....
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Class-action lawsuits might be considered in those kinds of situations, maybe?
Best scenario - The Almighty MoCo comes up with a fix that eliminates the issue REALLY soon! My understanding is that most Lemon Laws allow dealers to give it three trys, then it's "game over". If they don't even have a fix to try it three times, then I'd assume they're screwed.
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#1989
10-17-2017, 09:44 AM
I hear ya. Yeah, Colorado is one of the half-assed states that doesn't protect motorcycle buyers from this kind of BS.
Class-action lawsuits might be considered in those kinds of situations, maybe?
Best scenario - The Almighty MoCo comes up with a fix that eliminates the issue REALLY soon! My understanding is that most Lemon Laws allow dealers to give it three trys, then it's "game over". If they don't even have a fix to try it three times, then I'd assume they're screwed.
Class-action lawsuits might be considered in those kinds of situations, maybe?
Best scenario - The Almighty MoCo comes up with a fix that eliminates the issue REALLY soon! My understanding is that most Lemon Laws allow dealers to give it three trys, then it's "game over". If they don't even have a fix to try it three times, then I'd assume they're screwed.
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#1990
10-17-2017, 08:10 PM
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I have ordered 2 of the inner transmission covers and the parts for the pushrod from the ‘14 CVO. Once I get my bike to dealer to document that it does transfer transmission fluid I am going to try my theory to see if it cures the problem. 
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