Tl*the contact owns a 2006 harley davidson xl1200 low. While driving 40 MPH, the contact stated that the motorcycle accelerated about 90 MPH without warning, causing his engine to fail. The dealer was aware of the failure and repaired the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted, but offered no assistance. The VIN was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were approximately 25,000. Updated 5/9/11 *cn updated 12/29/11
The worst 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
- Lights1
- Transmission1
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- Acceleration1
- Lights1
- Transmission1
Recalls 1
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- What is wrong
- Certain motorcycles were built with a condition whereby the pant leg of some riders can have direct contact with the exhaust pipe.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the pant leg to char or burn, which could lead to the possibility of injury to the rider.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add a new exhaust shield which provides additional coverage ofthe exhaust pipe. The recall began on july 12, 2007. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1‑414‑343‑4056.
Recall number 07V296000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L 6
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.
What 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
2006 harley davidson sportster transmission made noise at 556 miles. *ts when the consumer was performing maintenance on the motorcycle, he discovered the transmission's drain plug had a magnet which had metal shavings stuck to it. The consumer took the motorcycle to a repair shop and the mechanic took it for a ride. The mechanic stated the transmission was excessively noisy and in his opinion there was something wrong. The consumer took the motorcycle to where it was purchased to voice his and concerns and after 2 hours of diagnostics, they determined the metal shavings and the noise was normal. The left turn signal would not cancel. After a few more days of riding the bike, the turn signal came on by itself.
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Questions about the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L
Is the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L, fewer than a typical XL1200L model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is lights (1).
How many recalls does the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
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