The worst 2006 Bigdog Chopper problems
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Recalls 6
Structure: body
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the rear fender strut attaching bolts can fail allowing the rear fender to detach from the motorcycle.
- Risk
- This could occur without prior warning and could result in an injury or a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove existing strut bolts and replace with higher tensile strength attaching bolts and updated washers. Higher torque values will be observed when installing the replacement fasteners. The recall began on january 21, 2008. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 07V580000 · Recall details
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit.
- Risk
- This could possibly result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the existing circuit breaker located between the voltage regulator positive battery lead (b+ lead) and the positive battery terminal with an alternative circuit protection device that will prevent a thermal event if there is a short to ground. The recall began on october 1, 2007. Owners may contact big dog at 1‑316‑219‑9129 or email to [email protected].
Recall number 07V356000 · Recall details
Structure
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle.
- Risk
- This could potentially cause the rear fender to abrade against the rear tire while the motorcycle is being driven. This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the long pivot bolt and, if necessary, straighten the rear frame side panel. The short left side pivot bolt and pivot shaft may also be replaced free of charge. The recall began on november 1, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 06V389000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the electronic harness control (ehc) module can fail resulting in a total shut down of the vehicle's electronic power.
- Risk
- This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the ehc modules free of charge. The recall began on september 19, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 06V305000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition: module
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the ignition modules are oriented within the battery tray in a way that makes the ignition module susceptible to vibration.
- Risk
- This susceptibility to vibration may contribute to a stalling condition that could occur without any prior warning and result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new ignition module mounting system free of charge. The recall began on august 25, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 06V301000 · Recall details
Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center stand
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.
- Risk
- This will allow the kickstand to deploy into the extended position and cause a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new kickstand spring free of charge. The recall began on february 17, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 06V019000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Bigdog Chopper 12
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Big dog motorcycle: strut bolts replacement. remove strut bolts and install strut bolt kit p/n 243 000010-00.
- Big dog motorcycle: electrical side cover contact with belt guard. a wire bundle may protrude into the...
- Bigdog motorcycles - revised speedometer and mount. nj
- Intermittent printed circuit board operation. tt
- Rough shifting, or noisy transmission caused by loose transmission countershaft screw. tt
- Noisy primary chain, or excessive drive train vibration. tt
- Ehc contact improvement procedure (revised). current seal does not allow connector pins to seat properly...
- Headlamp connector may melt, making bulb replacement difficult. tt
- Shifting difficulty caused by loose transmission countershaft screw. ak
- Dielectric grease addition to connectors. tt
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Is the 2006 Bigdog Chopper reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2006 Bigdog Chopper.
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How many recalls does the 2006 Bigdog Chopper have?
6 recalls, covering structure and electrical system.
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