| Issue ID | 605709 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10170794 |
| Manufacurer | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | HARLEY DAVIDSON |
| Model | FLHTC |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 06/10/06 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Engine creates excessive heat making the motorcycle almost unbearable to ride. If sitting in traffic long the heat almost burns the undersides of both thighs. Neutral light comes on when changing gears, it is very distracting at night causing rider to take his eyes off the road. Dealer said all of this is normal. Engine heat problem can be fixed but it will be at the expense of the owner. Neutral light coming on is normal dealer said. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 900 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC |
| VIN pattern | 1HD1FF41X7YXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 29/09/06 |
| Was original owner? | Y |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 2 |
| Drive train type | RWD |
| Transmission type | MAN |
| Vehicle speed | 55 |
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