Too Funny!!!!

BamaBob · 08-23-2005

Hey ya'll! I was on the way home for lunch and saw something that is just too funny to believe! I noticed a motorcycle on the side of the highway about a 1/2 mile past an intersection. No foolin', it was a new Harley FatBoy, and a beautiful bike it was. Well, being the nice guy I am, I decided to see if the guy needed some help or wanted to use my cell phone - you know, just tryin' to help a borther out. I turned around at a cut-through and headed back south, then back north and pulled in behind the bike. The guy was kneeled down beside the bike as I approached him. He was wearing a beanie helmet, leather vest with the HD emblem on back and patches all over it, and jeans with holes in them. "Need some help?" I asked. "Yeah, she just quit on me - can't figure out whats wrong! She ain't gettin' any fire!" I asked him if he wanted to use my cell phone to call someone. He said "Yeah, I'm gonna call the da*n dealer - I just bought this bike less than a month ago and they can come pick it up and fix it!" I gave him the phone and he called them.

I was admiring the bike - like I said, it was a pretty thing. We stood around talking a bit. I told him about my 1500, he told me about his old bike he traded for the FatBoy, etc. It was starting to really get hot as there was not shade at all, so the guy took off his leather vest and laid it across his bike. When he turned around the back of his shirt read "I'd rather PUSH my Harley than ride a da*n rice burner!" Man, I could not contain myself - I busted a gut laughing so hard. "What's so funny, dude?" he asked. I said "Man, I'm sorry to laugh, but you must be a fortune teller, cause your shirt is right on target for your predicament!" He then remembered what his shirt said and took it off and put his vest back on. Even though he was obviously embarassed, he had to laugh too. About that time a policeman pulled in behind my car and said he would stay til the dealer got there to pick up him and the bike. He thanked me and I left.

I am still laughing about that one!! Ain't that called irony??

azchick · 08-23-2005

hahahahaha! What a hoot! I'd rather ride - then be out in the heat standing on the side of the road in leather all depressed about my $25000+ harley that won't run!

BigJohn · 08-23-2005

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Originally Posted by BamaVulcan04

"I'd rather PUSH my Harley than ride a da*n rice burner!"

Put, put, put....right on along.....that's great!

woodchucks800 · 08-23-2005

Bama that was funny. They sure are pretty bikes, Since I left my ride in AR. on the last trip i've been psending time doing other things . One is stopping by the HD dealer about a mile up the road an looking over the new dyna line with six speed tranny (mainly the new street bobber) , anyway after looking things over I came home an got a HD forum just to see what the Die hards are saying about the new Dyna. Come to find out there having a inner primary bearing problem already. There even having the new owners sign a waiver that they understand there's a problem. Here's a copy of what going around to the dealers. Just in case anyone thinks it's a hoax ,it's not I called the dealer up the street from me an ask the service manager about it. I can't believe they went ahead an put it on the market knowing full well there's a problem an these hard core riders think it's okay,an buy them anyway. NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO OWNER’S MANUAL
2006 MODEL DYNATM MOTORCYCLES
Dear Customer:
In order to monitor the quality of our products, it has become customary in recent years for
Harley-Davidson to implement an Initial Care Program on any significant new product changes.
These programs are generally managed through the Company’s authorized dealers during the
motorcycle’s introduction period.
In keeping with this practice, Harley-Davidson implemented an Initial Care Program for the allnew
2006 model year Dyna motorcycles at the time of introduction. This program allows Harley-
Davidson to better monitor initial repair trends on this new motorcycle family and provide rapid
resolution to customer concerns. The Initial Care Program for the 2006 Dyna motorcycles differs
from the service interval information published in your owner’s manual:
♦ A lubricant change for the primary chain and transmission is now specified at
1,000 miles, and at every 5,000 miles thereafter, and
♦ An inner primary bearing replacement is required at 15,000-mile intervals.
Harley-Davidson has preliminarily determined the inner primary bearing on your 2006 Dyna
motorcycle will require replacement at 15,000 mile intervals. The bearing will be replaced by
your authorized Harley-Davidson dealer at 15,000 miles and at subsequent 15,000-mile intervals,
at no cost to you. This service requirement may change over time as we make improvements and
monitor repair trends on 2006 Dyna motorcycles. Your authorized Harley-Davidson dealer will
be your best source of any updates to this requirement.
Please acknowledge that you have read and understood these provisions regarding your new
Dyna motorcycle by signing below. We request that you keep your copy of this notification with
your Owner’s Manual so that you have it for future reference.
Steve Phillips
Vice President – Quality and Customer Service
Acknowledgements:
____________________________________
Customer Name (please print) Customer Signature
V.I.N. _______________________________ Date:
Dealership Name and Dealership Number Dealer Representative Signature
Harley-Davidson Motor Company, 3700 West Juneau Ave., PO Box 653, Milwaukee, WI 53201

**2WheelFun** · 08-23-2005

LMAO!!!!...

Bama...that's a classic for sure! Thanks for the laughs!

Woody...if memory serves me...didn't Jim tell us at Red Lodge that he knew of 4 brand new harleys (don't remember the models) that all had tranny problems...or something of that nature...and all 4 of them were sitting in a shop waiting for repairs...and that Harley Davidson was not going to cover them under warranty but instead was telling the owners that there was an upgrade for their bike and it would cost them $600.00 to have it put in? how sad is that for service and warranty work?

woodchucks800 · 08-23-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by whistle clean

LMAO!!!!...

Bama...that's a classic for sure! Thanks for the laughs!

Woody...if memory serves me...didn't Jim tell us at Red Lodge that he knew of 4 brand new harleys (don't remember the models) that all had tranny problems...or something of that nature...and all 4 of them were sitting in a shop waiting for repairs...and that Harley Davidson was not going to cover them under warranty but instead was telling the owners that there was an upgrade for their bike and it would cost them $600.00 to have it put in? how sad is that for service and warranty work?

Your right Whistle ,but that doesn't have anything to do with this problem. The new dynas have a redesigned tranny wit a six speed. There mainly letting the customer be the guinie pig an see how it last.there may be a problem an there may not, only time will tell. Unfortunely it's on your time an money.

**Spok** · 08-23-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by whistle clean

LMAO!!!!...

Bama...that's a classic for sure! Thanks for the laughs!

Woody...if memory serves me...didn't Jim tell us at Red Lodge that he knew of 4 brand new harleys (don't remember the models) that all had tranny problems...or something of that nature...and all 4 of them were sitting in a shop waiting for repairs...and that Harley Davidson was not going to cover them under warranty but instead was telling the owners that there was an upgrade for their bike and it would cost them $600.00 to have it put in? how sad is that for service and warranty work?

Cary the issue Jim was talking about had to with bad cranks. but still, new machines less than 1k on the ticker, all with bad cranks and HD says sorry?.....

Vulcan Power to the rescue

forest1000 · 08-23-2005

Now that is funny. Thanks for the laugh. Where is the video camera when you need one.

Buster · 08-23-2005

Now thats some funny stuff!

**2WheelFun** · 08-24-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by woodchucks800

Your right Whistle ,but that doesn't have anything to do with this problem. The new dynas have a redesigned tranny wit a six speed. There mainly letting the customer be the guinie pig an see how it last.there may be a problem an there may not, only time will tell. Unfortunely it's on your time an money.

Hmmmm...this sounds like some auto manufacturers?

**2WheelFun** · 08-24-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by spok

Cary the issue Jim was talking about had to with bad cranks. but still, new machines less than 1k on the ticker, all with bad cranks and HD says sorry?.....

Vulcan Power to the rescue

That's right...it was the bad cranks. Really a sad report no matter what the problem.

1400pilot · 08-24-2005

that is a great funny story!!!!

at least he didnt snub you, and actually thanked you for stopping!!

The Vol-can · 08-25-2005

WHAT a HOOT!!! Thanks for the telling.....

*ispeed77* · 08-25-2005

nice one Bama !

Woody, that is very interesting. i guess nothing should surprise me anymore !

**Spok** · 08-25-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by ispeed77

nice one Bama !

Woody, that is very interesting. i guess nothing should surprise me anymore !

and that is why I took this picture

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y20...e/DSCF2663.jpg

1400pilot · 08-25-2005

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Originally Posted by spok

and that is why I took this picture

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y20...e/DSCF2663.jpg

That I remember also, sad so sad......bikes are made to be ridden, not trailered.

08-23-2005	#1 (permalink)
BamaBob 2008 HD Ultra Classic Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Meridianville, Alabama Posts: 6,779	Too Funny!!!! Hey ya'll! I was on the way home for lunch and saw something that is just too funny to believe! I noticed a motorcycle on the side of the highway about a 1/2 mile past an intersection. No foolin', it was a new Harley FatBoy, and a beautiful bike it was. Well, being the nice guy I am, I decided to see if the guy needed some help or wanted to use my cell phone - you know, just tryin' to help a borther out. I turned around at a cut-through and headed back south, then back north and pulled in behind the bike. The guy was kneeled down beside the bike as I approached him. He was wearing a beanie helmet, leather vest with the HD emblem on back and patches all over it, and jeans with holes in them. "Need some help?" I asked. "Yeah, she just quit on me - can't figure out whats wrong! She ain't gettin' any fire!" I asked him if he wanted to use my cell phone to call someone. He said "Yeah, I'm gonna call the dan dealer - I just bought this bike less than a month ago and they can come pick it up and fix it!" I gave him the phone and he called them. I was admiring the bike - like I said, it was a pretty thing. We stood around talking a bit. I told him about my 1500, he told me about his old bike he traded for the FatBoy, etc. It was starting to really get hot as there was not shade at all, so the guy took off his leather vest and laid it across his bike. When he turned around the back of his shirt read "I'd rather PUSH* my Harley than ride a dan rice burner!" Man, I could not contain myself - I busted a gut laughing so hard. "What's so funny, dude?" he asked. I said "Man, I'm sorry to laugh, but you must be a fortune teller, cause your shirt is right on target for your predicament!" He then remembered what his shirt said and took it off and put his vest back on. Even though he was obviously embarassed, he had to laugh too. About that time a policeman pulled in behind my car and said he would stay til the dealer got there to pick up him and the bike. He thanked me and I left. I am still laughing about that one!! Ain't that called irony??* __________________ BamaBob *BTK Womens Azz Size Study Rep, U.S. Dept. of Posterior*

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azchick C14 quick like a bunny! Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: AZ Posts: 2,501	hahahahaha! What a hoot! I'd rather ride - then be out in the heat standing on the side of the road in leather all depressed about my $25000+ harley that won't run! __________________ Proud owner - Red 2009 C14 ABS For sale: 2005, 1600 Red Mean Streak

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2WheelFun the "fun" guy Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Albion, Washington "Pacific Northwest" Posts: 32,679	LMAO!!!!... Bama...that's a classic for sure! Thanks for the laughs! Woody...if memory serves me...didn't Jim tell us at Red Lodge that he knew of 4 brand new harleys (don't remember the models) that all had tranny problems...or something of that nature...and all 4 of them were sitting in a shop waiting for repairs...and that Harley Davidson was not going to cover them under warranty but instead was telling the owners that there was an upgrade for their bike and it would cost them $600.00 to have it put in? how sad is that for service and warranty work? __________________ *KING KAHUNA* *2007 V2K LT* ****PICS** 2007 Brute Force 650i **PICS** I love the smell of SeaFoam in the morning**

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forest1000 Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Southern Ontario Posts: 629	Now that is funny. Thanks for the laugh. Where is the video camera when you need one. __________________ I want to carry a piece of who I was before So when I hit the wall, I really hit the wall 86 Ninja 1000R, 84 GPz750

08-24-2005	#12 (permalink)
1400pilot UBER CLUB MEMBER #2 Forum Supporter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Holdrege, Nebraska Posts: 13,839	that is a great funny story!!!! at least he didnt snub you, and actually thanked you for stopping!! __________________ Click for a map of the states I've ridden in 08 ZG1400 Concours 06 KDX200 04KX65

08-23-2005	#4 (permalink)
woodchucks800 08 FatBob BTK Expert Join Date: May 2004 Location: Garfield,Arkansas Posts: 5,173	Bama that was funny. They sure are pretty bikes, Since I left my ride in AR. on the last trip i've been psending time doing other things . One is stopping by the HD dealer about a mile up the road an looking over the new dyna line with six speed tranny (mainly the new street bobber) , anyway after looking things over I came home an got a HD forum just to see what the Die hards are saying about the new Dyna. Come to find out there having a inner primary bearing problem already. There even having the new owners sign a waiver that they understand there's a problem. Here's a copy of what going around to the dealers. Just in case anyone thinks it's a hoax ,it's not I called the dealer up the street from me an ask the service manager about it. I can't believe they went ahead an put it on the market knowing full well there's a problem an these hard core riders think it's okay,an buy them anyway. NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO OWNER’S MANUAL 2006 MODEL DYNATM MOTORCYCLES Dear Customer: In order to monitor the quality of our products, it has become customary in recent years for Harley-Davidson to implement an Initial Care Program on any significant new product changes. These programs are generally managed through the Company’s authorized dealers during the motorcycle’s introduction period. In keeping with this practice, Harley-Davidson implemented an Initial Care Program for the allnew 2006 model year Dyna motorcycles at the time of introduction. This program allows Harley- Davidson to better monitor initial repair trends on this new motorcycle family and provide rapid resolution to customer concerns. The Initial Care Program for the 2006 Dyna motorcycles differs from the service interval information published in your owner’s manual: ♦ A lubricant change for the primary chain and transmission is now specified at 1,000 miles, and at every 5,000 miles thereafter, and ♦ An inner primary bearing replacement is required at 15,000-mile intervals. Harley-Davidson has preliminarily determined the inner primary bearing on your 2006 Dyna motorcycle will require replacement at 15,000 mile intervals. The bearing will be replaced by your authorized Harley-Davidson dealer at 15,000 miles and at subsequent 15,000-mile intervals, at no cost to you. This service requirement may change over time as we make improvements and monitor repair trends on 2006 Dyna motorcycles. Your authorized Harley-Davidson dealer will be your best source of any updates to this requirement. Please acknowledge that you have read and understood these provisions regarding your new Dyna motorcycle by signing below. We request that you keep your copy of this notification with your Owner’s Manual so that you have it for future reference. Steve Phillips Vice President – Quality and Customer Service Acknowledgements: ____________________________________ Customer Name (please print) Customer Signature V.I.N. _______________________________ Date: Dealership Name and Dealership Number Dealer Representative Signature Harley-Davidson Motor Company, 3700 West Juneau Ave., PO Box 653, Milwaukee, WI 53201

08-23-2005	#9 (permalink)
Buster Clutch Cadet BTK Expert Join Date: May 2005 Location: Arkansas Posts: 365	Now thats some funny stuff!

08-25-2005	#13 (permalink)
The Vol-can It's purple, ma'am Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 1,970	WHAT a HOOT!!! Thanks for the telling..... __________________ 1999 Concours "Purple Pavement Pounder" 2005 Vulcan Classic Sold but not forgotten

08-25-2005	#14 (permalink)
ispeed77 RIP Deron Harden :-( Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Gardner, MA Posts: 32,533	nice one Bama ! Woody, that is very interesting. i guess nothing should surprise me anymore ! __________________ David - Moderator 2002 Suzuki DRZ400 2003 1500 Meanie, scraping pipes and frame :-) In loving memory of Deron Harden, forever in our thoughts :-(

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