2007 Harley-Davidson XL883R
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2007 Harley-Davidson XL883R. Newest first.
Certain motorcycles were built with a condition whereby the pant leg of some riders can have direct contact with the exhaust pipe.
Risk and remedy
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.
Certain sportster and dyna model motorcycles were built with an incorrect front tire.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This incorrect tire could cause performance issues, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front tire and replace it if necessary. the recall began on march 5, 2007. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
On certain motorcycles, as a result of a greater body thickness than used in previous model years, the voltage regulator may contact the front fender under certain conditions. in some cases this contact may allow the front fender to catch on the top side of the regulator body which could impede the operator's ability to steer the vehicle.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.
Remedy
On motorcycles which do not have accessory engine guards, dealers will install an intermediate mounting bracket that will relocate the voltage regulator to a position which provides more clearance from the front fender. on vehicles with an accessory engine guards, dealers will install the thinnner dimension voltage regulator to avoide the front fender clearance problem. the recall began on january 22, 2007. a second customer letter reflecting the above remedy will be sent to owners on march 16, 2007. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Owner complaints
1 complaints
Latest complaints
- Power train
The compensator sprocket began to thump and knock on curbside starting, indicating wear. it only happens with the bike in gear and the clutch depressed. it does not happen in neutral. it cleared up within 30 minutes, and I changed the gear oil, however now I am afraid to drive it because if it…
The compensator sprocket began to thump and knock on curbside starting, indicating wear. it only happens with the bike in gear and the clutch depressed. it does not happen in neutral. it cleared up within 30 minutes, and I changed the gear oil, however now I am afraid to drive it because if it goes completely it will distribute metal shards throughout the gear box and lock up the engine potentially causing a skid and accident. clearly this IS a safety issue. repair costs are $410.00. I have 48,000 miles on this bike. harley IS aware of this issue with sportsters as well as some of their other bikes. it IS my understanding that they have redisigned this part 5 times in the last 20 years. the last upgrades have been in 2007, and 2010. the issue remains. this IS a recall matter. I do not have a pic yet because I have not removed the primary, however, this IS clearly an issue with the compensator. fwiw compensator vid re other model: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkgqrtt_cry
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11008736SERVICE BULLETIN M1555 (REV E): BATTERY WARRANTY GUIDELINES. PURPOSE: Revision E. Added: Added procedures for the DCA-8000 E Battery Tester.* Updated: All sections. This bulletin informs the dealership network that Harley-Davidson has provided guidelines for battery warranty.
- 11007544SERVICE BULLETIN M1490 (V 24.8.8): DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II - UPDATES AND RELEASE NOTES. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has made a software update to Digital Technician II (DT II). DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II (PART NUMBER: HD-48650). Version 24.8.8. Release Date: Week of August 5, 2024. New Features for Harley-Davidson vehicles: Advanced Module Replace for 2021 and later Revolution Max; 2023 and later CVO Touring; and 2024 Street Glide (FLHX), Road Glide (FLTRX). New Features for LiveWire vehicles: Updated calibrations for 2024 S2DM EV1/ EV6; 2024 S2MH EV1; and 2024 S2DM, S2MH. Changes: Added Hand Control Module (HCM) (Part No. 71500522A and 71500536A) for reflash support.
- 11005514GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1158: OIL FILTER PACKAGING AND CASE QUANTITY UPDATE. PURPOSE: To inform dealerships that Harley-Davidson has made updates to oil filters including new part numbers, packaging design, and bulk case quantity changes.
- 11001293SERVICE BULLETIN M1490 (V 24.6.4): DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II - UPDATES AND RELEASE NOTES. PURPOSE: Revision. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has made a software update to Digital Technician II (DT II). DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II (PART NUMBER: HD-48650). Version 24.6.4. Release Date: Week of May 1, 2024. New Features for LiveWire S2DM and S2MH, 2024 Revolution Max, and 2024 Touring.
- 10248401GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1146: 68193-95 BULB WEDGE, FENDER TIP LAMP. Purpose: To inform dealers of an issue with the bulb wire terminals not being to specification. The light bulbs were used in numerous front and rear fender tip light assemblies for domestic and international applications.
- 10248400GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1144: 2021-2022 SCREAMIN' EAGLE STAGE I (CARB) EO APPROVALS. PURPOSE: Revision. To inform California dealers about the new California Air Resources Board (CARB) approvals for select 2021-2022 Harley-Davidson vehicles. Summary: Various Screamin' Eagle Air Cleaner Kits and Stage I calibrations have been approved for sale on select 2021 and 2022 Harley-Davidson models. Please see the table below that indicates which part numbers should be ordered for what models. Revision: Refer to Summary. Update non-Bluetooth calibrations availability.
- 10245706GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1144: 2021-2022 SCREAMIN' EAGLE STAGE I (CARB) EO APPROVALS. PURPOSE: To inform California dealers about the new California Air Resources Board (CARB) approvals for select 2021-2022 Harley-Davidson vehicles. Summary: Various Screamin' Eagle Air Cleaner Kits and Stage I calibrations have been approved for sale on select 2021 and 2022 Harley-Davidson models. Please see the table that indicates which part numbers should be ordered for what models.
- 10195172Noise from the cam chest area possibly accompanied by milky engine oil. Moisture can cause slight swelling in the tensioner causing it to stick in the housing. A vehicle that makes repeated short trips can have this condition because the engine does not reach normal operating temperatures, allowing condensation and moisture to build up in the engine oil.
- 10193491Noise from the cam chest area possibly accompanied by milky engine oil. Moisture can cause slight swelling in the tensioner causing it to stick in the housing. A vehicle that makes repeated short trips can have this condition because the engine does not reach normal operating temperatures, allowing condensation and moisture to build up in the engine oil.
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