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Gents,
The saga of Flipfly’s gearbox issue is resolved. HD are well aware of the issue and have a (unbelievable) “fix”. More of that shortly.
Firstly, this is in no way aimed at Phil. I bought the bike expecting and prepared for the worst. I am more than happy with our deal. Fortunately, fixing this will cost me a wee bit less than some folks, so it’s all good here. Ok?
We were going to just “flip” the bike, but I’ve become quite attached to it, so I shall be keeping it for a while to play with.
When we drained the oils, there was clear evidence of carry over from the gearbox to the primary. Witnessed by the volume in the primary being proportionately more than the norm, by the same amount the gearbox was short. The physical fix involves a full strip down and a “bung”.
Unfortunately the low level of oil at sometime in its life has lunched the components that sit high in the gearbox. We will be renewing every bearing alongside any damaged components.
None of this seems to be a concern to Harley. Their “fix”? Owners are advised to check the levels every day!! They also advise that, if an owner is incapable or unwilling to do so, any dealer will do this for free!! I shit you not.
Not all will do this, I suppose that’s why Harley don’t want to go to the expense of offering the real (expensive) fix to everyone. So folks, keep a real close eye on your levels, and if you spot the problem, hot foot to your dealer and make a fuss……Cheers, Doris
The saga of Flipfly’s gearbox issue is resolved. HD are well aware of the issue and have a (unbelievable) “fix”. More of that shortly.
Firstly, this is in no way aimed at Phil. I bought the bike expecting and prepared for the worst. I am more than happy with our deal. Fortunately, fixing this will cost me a wee bit less than some folks, so it’s all good here. Ok?
We were going to just “flip” the bike, but I’ve become quite attached to it, so I shall be keeping it for a while to play with.
When we drained the oils, there was clear evidence of carry over from the gearbox to the primary. Witnessed by the volume in the primary being proportionately more than the norm, by the same amount the gearbox was short. The physical fix involves a full strip down and a “bung”.
Unfortunately the low level of oil at sometime in its life has lunched the components that sit high in the gearbox. We will be renewing every bearing alongside any damaged components.
None of this seems to be a concern to Harley. Their “fix”? Owners are advised to check the levels every day!! They also advise that, if an owner is incapable or unwilling to do so, any dealer will do this for free!! I shit you not.
Not all will do this, I suppose that’s why Harley don’t want to go to the expense of offering the real (expensive) fix to everyone. So folks, keep a real close eye on your levels, and if you spot the problem, hot foot to your dealer and make a fuss……Cheers, Doris