2008 Harley-Davidson Flhp Brakes Problems

“I purchased this motorcycle on 1/17/2014. On 1/18/2014 I took this vehicle for a ride. The front brakes operated but had very little deflection or movement from the brake lever. The front brake lever was extremely hard to pull. I contacted the dealer and was told that this was normal. I continued to ride the vehicle and I noticed that not only were the brakes hard to engage, they also would not hold at red lights. I then brought this to the attention of the dealer and I was told that the hmu had a sticking valve and that it needed to be replaced at the tune of $1200.00. …”

“After recent brake fluid recall and a few days of riding, on my way home at a stop the front brake lever didn't release as usual. At the next stop the brakes wouldn't fully disengage, this made it so the bike could barely move under its own power. The front brakes are locked up and will not allow the bike to roll forward. After sitting for a day or so the brakes loosen up, as soon as the bike is started the front brakes lock up again. The ABS light is now on. Extremely dangerous condition. The dealership thinks it is the hcu unit, but is currently investigating.”

“The contact owns a 2008 Harley-Davidson FLHP street glide. While driving 15 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the hand brakes to stop the motorcycle. The brakes failed and the motorcycle crashed into a building. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The motorcycle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the brakes failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.”