Tl* the contact owns a 2004 big dog chopper. The contact received a recall letter referencing, the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v180000, electrical system. The owner took the vehicle in for the recall remedy in june and they stated they had to order the parts and it would be about 2 months. At the time of the complaint, the manufacturer stated the part is not manufactured anymore and they may be able to get it from another supplier but it would take an additional 6 to 7 weeks. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 11,000.
The worst 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical3
- Lights1
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- Electrical3
- Lights1
Recalls 2
Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center stand
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
- Risk
- If the kickstand deploys, it could cause a crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and install a new kickstand unit. The recall began on december 20, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 04V523000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the piston in the rear master cylinder may have been improperly sized, which could cause the rear brakes to drag or lockup.
- Risk
- This could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the piston from the rear master cylinder and replace it with a new piston. Owner notification began on april 12, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 1‑316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 04V137000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper 9
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Bigdog motorcycle: fuel tank vent may become flooded with fuel, causing the motorcycle to run poorly due...
- Horn harness wires may break
- Ehc contact improvement procedure (revised)
- Headlamp connector may melt, making bulb replacement difficult
- Dielectric grease addition to connectors
- Tachometer board replacement - inaccurate tachometer readings or fluctuation in readings due to moisture
- Belt and chassis issues
- Ehc replacement
- Kickstand spring stud fracture
What 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 big dog daytec chopper motorcycle. The contact stated when driving at various speeds, the headlights would intermittently fluctuate from on and off. The dealer advised that the ehc module had failed and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileages were 8,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 bigdog daytec chopper motorcycle. The contact recently purchased the vehicle. While traveling approximately 45 MPH on normal road conditions, the engine stalled without warning. The driver was unable to restart the engine and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician performed diagnostic tests and stated that the failure was related to the computerized system. The vehicle is currently inoperable and has not been repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 25,440.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 big dog daytec chopper. Whenever the contact rides the vehicle, all of the electrical components shut off, including the motorcycle itself. He has taken the bike to the dealer and was informed that the ehc module failed. The contact discovered a recall for the failure, but it does not include his model year. The failure mileage was 21,00 and current mileage is 23,00. Updated 04-08-08
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Questions about the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper
Is the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper, close to a typical Daytec Chopper model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper?
Electrical system, with 3 complaints. Next is lights (1).
How many recalls does the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper have?
2 recalls, covering structure and service brakes, hydraulic.
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