Harley davidson twin cam crankshaft defect. I own a 2001 harley davidson and the crankshaft has shifted, the flywheels have slipped on the crank pin. I first noticed the vibration last year. After inspecting the cam side / oil pump assembly, it was obvious the right side of the crankshaft was way out of tolerance. The oil pump was chewing the front half of the cam plate. I realize my bike is older, but this has been an ongoing problem with twin cam motors. I have spent over $2,000.00 rebuilding my motor. Harley davidson has refused to do anything about my cost in parts, I am doing the work myself. I still have the original cam plate / oil pump and the bad crankshaft which is certainly available for inspection. By the way, I do not race or abuse my motorcycle.
The worst 2001 Harley-Davidson Flstf problems
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- Engine1
- Seats1
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- Engine1
- Seats1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Harley-Davidson Flstf 9
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Battery warranty guidelines
- Market specific battery introduction
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Genuine motor parts and motor accessories bulletin PAB1158: oil filter packaging and case quantity update
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Genuine motor parts and motor accessories bulletin PAB1146: 68193-95 bulb wedge, fender tip lamp.
- Genuine motor parts and accessories bulletin PAB1084: softail backrest pad improvements.
- 2000 - 2017 softail - fuel tank gasket.
- Tech article TA0023: TA0023
What 2001 Harley-Davidson Flstf owners say
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Seat mounting fastener for 2001 harley davidson fat boy broke off. Plastic that holds other mounting fastener is also cracked.
Moments after deploying kickstand and dismounting motorcycle, it fell onto left side.
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Questions about the 2001 Harley-Davidson Flstf
Is the 2001 Harley-Davidson Flstf reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2001 Harley-Davidson Flstf, 1.5 times a typical Flstf model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Harley-Davidson Flstf?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is seats (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Harley-Davidson Flstf have?
No recalls on record.
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