103 overheating
#21
Agree
It is my understanding that one should use the HD Dino oil 'til, a minimum, of the 1000 mile change to allow the engine to settle in.
I made sure I gave the HD factory oil a chance to do it's work before I put in Amsoil synthetic.
I did confirm that there was oil in the engine and tranny. It can be an item missed during assembly.
I would just ride it and make sure you maintain it as per factory recommendations. Keep excellant records in the event that you do end up with a problem. If you do have a problem... It is under warranty.
Otherwise, just enjoy it.
I made sure I gave the HD factory oil a chance to do it's work before I put in Amsoil synthetic.
I did confirm that there was oil in the engine and tranny. It can be an item missed during assembly.
I would just ride it and make sure you maintain it as per factory recommendations. Keep excellant records in the event that you do end up with a problem. If you do have a problem... It is under warranty.
Otherwise, just enjoy it.
#22
Here's my recommended course of action:
If bike no work, take to H-D.
If H-D no fix, ask to speak to manager.
If H-D still no fix, contact H-D corporate and BBB.
Anything else you do will only complicate matters. There is no break-in period for a bike to run. The break-in is to ease the engine into normal operation.
If bike no work, take to H-D.
If H-D no fix, ask to speak to manager.
If H-D still no fix, contact H-D corporate and BBB.
Anything else you do will only complicate matters. There is no break-in period for a bike to run. The break-in is to ease the engine into normal operation.
Last edited by brak4222; 05-25-2012 at 09:15 AM.
#23
Sorry for your troubles. The bike should not require any upgrades to run properly under expected operating conditions. If the dealer says it needs to do $2500 worth of parts and labor to get it run right, you need to find a different dealer.
With just over 2k on the clock in just under 2 months, my 2012 RK is running like clockwork. No stage 1.
With just over 2k on the clock in just under 2 months, my 2012 RK is running like clockwork. No stage 1.
#24
#26
THERE'S A SHIFTER! That explains a lot of MY problems. That might explain why I can twist the throttle to 35MPH, then it cuts out to like 30MPH, then back to 35, 30, 35, 30, I thought that was how it was supposed to run .....
#28
#29
I can understand how a dealer might suggest some modifications to address a percieved issue. My dealer, at one point, asked me if I had, or was ready for, a stage one modification. I told him I was not interested at the time.
I have read on this forum that a stage one would allow for better performance. That such modifications help the bike run quicker and cooler.
The cat might make someone unfamiliar with the heat a cat generates wonder if their bike is running too hot.
In an effort to avoid supporting an owner's concerns, - and still make a buck, which is why the dealer is in business after all, the dealer is not a "non-profit" or "not for profit" charity organization, -I can see a dealer suggesting a stage one modification. Which, from what I understand, is about the price suggested in the first installment of this thread.
If the owner has concerns about the bike I suggest he simply ride it in it's stock configuration for a few thousand miles until it melts into a pile of metal. Or, he feels comfortable it is not going to do so.
The owner has done what he needs to. He had a concern. He brought it to the attention of the dealership. His concerns have been recorded. He, theoretically, has a record of his efforts in the form of a copy of the report taken by the service tech. He has, hopefully, made notes to support his concerns for future reference.
Now he just needs to ride the bike.
#30
It is my understanding that one should use the HD Dino oil 'til, a minimum, of the 1000 mile change to allow the engine to settle in.
I made sure I gave the HD factory oil a chance to do it's work before I put in Amsoil synthetic.
I did confirm that there was oil in the engine and tranny. It can be an item missed during assembly.
I would just ride it and make sure you maintain it as per factory recommendations. Keep excellant records in the event that you do end up with a problem. If you do have a problem... It is under warranty.
Otherwise, just enjoy it.
I made sure I gave the HD factory oil a chance to do it's work before I put in Amsoil synthetic.
I did confirm that there was oil in the engine and tranny. It can be an item missed during assembly.
I would just ride it and make sure you maintain it as per factory recommendations. Keep excellant records in the event that you do end up with a problem. If you do have a problem... It is under warranty.
Otherwise, just enjoy it.