Dear sir , the speed sensor in the motorbike failed at low speed . As this sends the information to the fuel system and your speedometer . Model is harley davidson xl 883n iron the motorbike has changes of power and hiccups due to the engine management system not receiving any information , so fuel flow is interrupted . As you pull out into traffic from a standstill you can have a sudden loss of power . You also will not know your speed as the speedometer no longer works. The motorbike was bought brand new in november 2013 , it is still under warranty . Trying to get service . That is 10 months old and 6 200 miles . The danger is the sudden loss of power and also when slowing down you get backfires from the engine , this could do damage to the engine . Regards [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The worst 2009 Harley-Davidson XL883 problems
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- Acceleration1
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
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- Acceleration1
- Electrical1
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Recalls
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Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Harley-Davidson XL883 8
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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What 2009 Harley-Davidson XL883 owners say
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Is the 2009 Harley-Davidson XL883 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2009 Harley-Davidson XL883, close to a typical XL883 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Harley-Davidson XL883?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2009 Harley-Davidson XL883 have?
No recalls on record.
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