Instrument cluster housing on 2001 harley sportster xls failed spontaneously and completely at 13642 miles and 9 years and the speedo/tach neutral lite/signal indicator bar flopped forward on to the headlight assembly. Bought the bike in march 2009, so I don't know if this is the first failure or not. Am now looking for an aftermarket replacement after reading how many others have had the exact same problem. Rode 2 miles home.
The worst 2001 Harley-Davidson XL1200S problems
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Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Harley-Davidson XL1200S 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.
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Is the 2001 Harley-Davidson XL1200S reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Harley-Davidson XL1200S, close to a typical XL1200S model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Harley-Davidson XL1200S?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Harley-Davidson XL1200S have?
No recalls on record.
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