I just got my bike back from the dealer after taking it in for "clunking" sounds from the front end when hitting bumps. I originally thought based on some posts to this forum that it might be a loose head bolt. It was not. It was the mounts for the gas tank! Anyone who is experiencing this might want to have that checked out or do it yourself. I thought this might help someone. Thanks.
Dyna "clunking" sounds from front end!
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dbmg
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Thanks for the heads up.
This problem was highlighted a few months ago but it is always worth a reminder
Gas tank moves a little - Harley Davidson Community
Brian
Gas tank moves a little - Harley Davidson Community
Brian
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Jack Klarich
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Should be on things to check list IMO, I have retightened mine 2 times now:s
jimmymac1972
Member
Good info. Been noticing a slight sound. Got to check that out. Thanks.
diver4life
Active Member
Had the same problem and it was the tank making the noise>
rjsogard
Member
Yes just pull up from the Top I ck it at every service at 5k found it loose twice in 30k of riding.
northernrider
Member
My 1999 FXDWG had a clunking but was coming from triple tree main bolt to the frame. Had it apart several times over 5 years replaced bearings could not get it to go away.
The local HD mechanic told me add a extra washer P/N 45717-63 set the front end up as the book says been fine ever since. He had told me they had several bikes in the dealership with same problem.
The local HD mechanic told me add a extra washer P/N 45717-63 set the front end up as the book says been fine ever since. He had told me they had several bikes in the dealership with same problem.