now here is something a bit weird, 3 weeks ago i shipped my bike to perth western australia from melbourne, when i went to the harley dealer the bike had a flat battery, i assume the shipping company turned it on and didnt turn it off, long story short i ended up with a new battery fitted, rode out of the dealership to the annual HOG rally in margaret river , about 250 miles, 4 days there then a 3,000 mile ride home over the last week , arriving home yesterday, clock did not falter once after numerous times being turned on and off, from this i assume that even the slightest drop in battery voltage may have some effect, bike goes in for service this week , and will discuss with the sercice manager.