2009 Harley-Davidson Fltr Brakes Problems

“Abs failed while riding. I took to dealer and informed me that brake fluid has to be changed every 2 years which I hsve never heard before plus my ownrrs msnusl says inspect not change. I asked why this is not included in 5000 mile interval service if that is the case? Was able to bring bike stavely to stop worh back brakes.”

“Shortly after I purchased this vehicle brand new in 2009 I noticed when I applied the rear brakes sometimes the pedal would go down and hit the flood board without any braking pressure. Dealer said nothing wrong. Now after sitting for a few weeks front brake lever is very hard to apply at first but does get better after use.I quit complaining but am still scared to ride it cant wait to sell it.would appreciate being notified by someone if a recall becomes possible. I hate to sell as is.”

“After replacing front brake pads it was discovered that the front brake handle is locked and wont move when pressure is applied to activate front brakes. Took vehicle to dealership it was found that the hydraulic control unit has failed. Apparently it fails so much that there is a month long backorder to get the parts in to fix problem. This is a huge safety concern the front brakes are 70% of the bikes breaking power and if this issued happened while on the highways of california I'm certain it would result in an accident.”

“When driving down the road the front brake lever would not move when you applied pressure to lever to stop. Had to use rear brake to stop motorcycle. Pulled over to side of road and worked lever and seemed to free up and work ok. Restarted bike and drove off. Brakes seemed to work. Drove bike for about 30 miles and brake lever froze up again. No brakes in the front. Hard lever again. Frightening experience. Took bike home and let sit in garage. Started bike the next morning and backed out of garage. Hit front brake to slow bike down and lever was froze up again. …”

“ABS Module failed for rear brake. The rear brake locks up due to failure from the module. Safety of myself and any passenger is at risk by not having any braking ability while riding the motorcycle. I have taken to a dealer where it was checked in the parking lot and i was told of the issue with 2008-2013 Harley touring models. The vehicle has not been inspected by anyone recently. The ABS light flashes at startup but goes away indicating there is no problem with the unit.”