Experienced loose handling. Mechanic diagnosed catastrophic rear wheel bearing failure. Because of this, rear brake disk and pads were glazed and needed replacement. This is not an isolated incident. Internet searches and personal observations of others in the community show this part failure is very common.
The worst 2008 Harley-Davidson XL883 problems
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- Wheels1
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- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Harley-Davidson XL883 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 motor accessories bulletin PAB1144: 2021-2022 screamin' eagle stage i (CARB) eo...
- Genuine motor parts and motor accessories bulletin PAB1144: 2021-2022 screamin' eagle stage i (CARB) eo...
- Fuel filler neck emissions recall 0613
What 2008 Harley-Davidson XL883 owners say
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Questions about the 2008 Harley-Davidson XL883
Is the 2008 Harley-Davidson XL883 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Harley-Davidson XL883, close to a typical XL883 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Harley-Davidson XL883?
Wheels, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2008 Harley-Davidson XL883 have?
No recalls on record.
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