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1998 Harley-Davidson XL problems

The most common problem on the 1998 Harley-Davidson XL is electrical system. It has fewer complaints than a typical XL model year.

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Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
1
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 1998 Harley-Davidson XL problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Harley-Davidson XL 1

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 1998 Harley-Davidson XL owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 6, 2003 · Electrical · 4,000 miles · KS

1998, harley davidson, xlh883 - bank angle sensor failure causing motorcycle to quit suddenly in traffic...

Filed Apr 17, 1998 · Lights · NC

Harley davidson fltr 1998, the headlight mount fell off, impairing driver's visibility. Dealer has replaced mount, but cannot adjust headlight and cannot see in the evening.

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Questions about the 1998 Harley-Davidson XL

Is the 1998 Harley-Davidson XL reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1998 Harley-Davidson XL, fewer than a typical XL model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Harley-Davidson XL?

Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is lights (1).

How many recalls does the 1998 Harley-Davidson XL have?

No recalls on record.

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