2010 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDF Recall

Campaign:: 10V329000 on 07/19/2010
Component:: Structure:body
Manufactured:: 01/28/2010 - 02/08/2010
Affected:: 70
Defect:: Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2010 fxdf motorcycles with fork leg assemblies (lh p/n 48622-08, rh p/n 48623-08) manufactured from january 29 through february 9, 2010. these fork leg assemblies may have been incorrectly assembled using the wrong springs.
Consequence:: Motorcycles containing the wrong springs will have reduced suspension effectiveness which may result in reduced traction on irregular road surfaces, and will also have a different lean angle when parked on the side stand, possibly affecting parking stability. this condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Harley-davidson will notify owners and dealers will repair the affected motorcycles free of charge. the safety recall began on july 26, 2010. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2010 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDF TSB

Bulletin:: 1HDM5V2A05
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Tech article ta0023: ta0023: crankshaft rod bearing. purpose: technicians have been falsely identifying connecting rod bearings as failed due to a perception of resistance as the rods are rotated. the clearance of the twin cam and milwaukee