2007 Tranny issues - Thumbs Up
#41
10-15-2006 | 04:27 PM
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#42
10-16-2006 | 02:43 PM
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RE: 2007 Tranny issues - Thumbs Up
I'm happy with my 07 Ultra. It has a little whine in fifth, but I understand the straight cut fifth gear and expected it. Everything is good with one minor exception and it's the smart alarm not reading my FOB. Sometimes all goes good then other times it goes down hill. You can get on the bike with the FOB on your side and when you stand it up the alarm will go off. My dealers doing everything possible to fix the problem, but no luck yet...
#43
10-19-2006 | 07:33 PM
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RE: 2007 Tranny issues - Thumbs Up
ORIGINAL: bh73
I agree electaRICK. It is BS that we have to retune our bikes to make it run better. One thing I have noticed is that these new 07's get HOT! Once I have been riding my bike for a while and it is good and warm, If I let it idle standing still for about 30 seconds you can look under the heat shield where the pipes mount to the heads and they are glowing red! That is too hot. I can only imagine how hot it gets on the touring bikes that have fairings and lowers! Alot of people say that the noise they are hearing doesn't start happening until the bike is warmed up. Just makes me wonder if the excessive heat could be the culprit. Just guessing here.
ORIGINAL: electaRICK
so ,,,,, after reading these,,,,, for me to have a quiet bike, after spending $20 + G's... I need to buy more aftermarket stuff to get this thing to be quieted down,,, I'm sure some will agree with me , $$$ in the pocket produce the biggest smiles,,,, not spending $$ trying to right a wrong
so ,,,,, after reading these,,,,, for me to have a quiet bike, after spending $20 + G's... I need to buy more aftermarket stuff to get this thing to be quieted down,,, I'm sure some will agree with me , $$$ in the pocket produce the biggest smiles,,,, not spending $$ trying to right a wrong
#44
10-19-2006 | 07:41 PM
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RE: 2007 Tranny issues - Thumbs Up
ORIGINAL: pittguy
I doubt hes trying to sell anything,maybe just giving you guys a heads up that this could be traced and possibly effect warranty claims.Like it or not these guys still have to play by higher ups rules.
I doubt hes trying to sell anything,maybe just giving you guys a heads up that this could be traced and possibly effect warranty claims.Like it or not these guys still have to play by higher ups rules.
#48
10-25-2006 | 02:53 AM
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RE: 2007 Tranny issues - Thumbs Up
my 07 ultra is a little "chattery" in 5th, ......try some heavy Red LIne, aftermarket pipes and you will be fine. If you would like a real quiet bike with a fairing I suggest you get Gold Wing. I hear they are real nice, and you can pick a jump suit to match the bike color
#49
10-25-2006 | 10:22 AM
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RE: 2007 Tranny issues - Thumbs Up
I've got to tell you guy's , IF your having trouble with your 07, honestley, my heart goes out to you, it's frustrating having problems like that when you spend so much money in good faith. Those of you that havent had any problems, or as serious of a problem, i'm GLAD for you.
#50
10-25-2006 | 01:53 PM
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RE: 2007 Tranny issues - Thumbs Up
I have a 07 FLHX with around 3000 miles on the bike. I changed the tranny fluid with Formula+ at 500, 1000 (dealer) and at 3000 miles, there has been no metallic particles in the fluid. The 5th gear whine is gradually getting louder with mileage. Initially, I didn't notice the whine when I got the bike around a two months ago. I previously had a 2006 FXDI35 Superglide 35 with the 6 speed and the engine and transmission were quiet, especially the transmission through all the gears, including 5th. I don't believe that the 2006 and 2007 6 speeds are that different. It is a mystery why HD made 1-4th gears helicut, 5th straight cut and 6th direct drive (Baker patent?). I believe there is more to the store than what HD is not releasing out to the press. They probably will have to deal with it soon. What have the dealers been telling everyone?