Harley Davidson Harley Davidson 1998
Model Harley Davidson made in 1998 by Harley Davidson got 9 consumer complains as well as 23 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling.
Model 1998
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603411 | Short tip on short circuits. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603413 | More on diagnostics. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603405 | Information regarding s.e. programming module. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603404 | Brief information regarding battery chargers. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603401 | Brief information concerning sealed batteries. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||||
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603409 | Brief information on 091 recall. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603403 | Conditions with the tank mounted ignition switch. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603417 | Subject regarding fastener change. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603408 | Crankcase information. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603407 | Brief information regarding the rocker box head gaskets. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| M-1073A | 10/12/1998 | 603271 | Experiencing excessive rattle associated with some tour - pak lid gasket modification. *yc | 02/16/1999 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603406 | Procedures regarding twin transmission covers. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||||
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603410 | Concerns with starter clutch failure. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| SEAT BELTS | |||||
| 980223980223 | 02/23/1998 | 602490 | Information and procedures on road zeppelin seats and backrests. *yc | 11/05/1998 | |
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - POWER ADJUST | |||||
| W-125 | 07/15/1998 | 603396 | Provided information on warranty information on seats with rider backrest. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| PM105 | 02/24/1998 | 600139 | Air spring guard installation. *yc | 04/27/1998 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603428 | Technical tips from the field. *yc | 02/22/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603419 | A quantity of saddlebag hinges produced by the supplier were improperly found. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603412 | Subject regarding historic code 56. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603416 | Some vehicles experiencing front end squeak. | 02/19/1999 | |
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603418 | Extra parts. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| M1068 | 09/26/1997 | 600143 | Information on tire and rim identification. *yc | 04/27/1998 | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||||
| #48 | 08/01/1998 | 603414 | Information pertaining to cruise control kits. *yc | 02/19/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| 1 | |||
| Ignition module (32969-98) installation design caused failure of module and coil. yh | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 1 | |||
| Motorcycle engine is designed with powder coating, which could cause premature abrasion to engine. yh | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||
| 03/10/1998 | 1 | 02/06/1998 | |
| Headlights aim down while high beams are on and driver can't see. | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 05/01/1998 | 1 | ||
| Speedometer failed, unable to get replacement parts due to back order. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/01/1997 | 20 | 09/01/1997 | |
| Since purchasing the motorcycle in september of 1997 i have experienced repeated failures when shifting into forth gear, it will act as if it goes into a false neutral. i've had motorcycle to the dealership at least seven times for the same problem since it's original purchase, and in all cases even with a harley representative checking the transmission were unable to corect the problem. the dealership and harley have told me they would do nothing more unless the transmisstion suffered a major failure, i'm still having shifting problems, missing forth gear, and even have an active extended warranty which harley will not honor. i will be happy to send you my letter to harley and their responce to me if needed, please help, thank you. *ak | |||
| SEATS - MOTORCYCLE | |||
| 1 | |||
| Back rest failed. mjs | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - BUMPERS | |||
| 05/02/1998 | |||
| While driving the motorcycle the back fender which is attached to the frame broke, causing the fender to cut into the tire. driver was able to exit off freeway safely. this incident could have caused a blowout of the tire. the motorcycle has been sent back to the manufacturer. model name, big dog pit bull. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 06/10/2000 | 1 | 08/01/1997 | |
| The front wheel bearings of this vehicle froze up at 75 mph. this caused the bike to come to an abrupt and shudering stop. if the road had been wet i am quite sure the front tire would have slid out from under me causing injury or death to myself or others. although i missed servicing these bearings at the prescribed 10,000 mile interval , i do not think they should be so fragile as to self destruct at 18,000 miles. in fact new models have a different sealed bearing. i called and wrote to harley-davidson suggesting a warning or recall because i seriously believe someone may get killed because of these bearings. also a major expense was incurred replacing not only the bearings, but axle, lower front fork legs, speedometer drive housing, cable, seals, etc. i would like to stress this is a very dangerous part that could easily be upgraded before someone gets killed. harley-davidson blamed me for not servicing the bearings on time. they may have failed even if the servicing took place. | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 08/01/1997 | |||
| Severe front tire instability develops when tire is run at speeed of 70 mph on warm days, numerous motorcycle riders have experienced high speed falls with this new dunlop tire. severe injuries and possibly deaths are occuring.( dot number: tire size: mt90b16 ) | |||