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[Screamin]

Lose the cat. Nothing but grief w/ it.

[gabhart]

I thought the 2009's had the cat in the muffler??

[kraut]

that was before 09, since then the cat is in the header.

The recall today got a NHTSA listing btw:

"NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 11V506
Manufacturer : HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
Make / Model Years :
    H-D / 2009-2012
Subject : REAR BRAKE LAMP SWITCH"

[Screamin]

I was asking mainly due to this warning statement in the Service Bulletin:

Any time the ABS module, either master cylinder, or any
line between a master cylinder and the ABS module is
disconnected or replaced, Digital Technician II must be
used during the brake bleeding procedure to verify all air
is removed from the system. Failure to do so could result
in air in the hydraulic brake system, reducing brake efficiency,
which could result in death or serious injury

Had mine changed out this a.m. Very quick procedure, abs bleeding and all. No affect at all on tune. Go for it w/ no worry about existing map.

[djkak]

I thought the 2009's had the cat in the muffler??

That is somewhat true; 2010 was the first year for the cat in the header for most machines.  

[sadunbar]

that was before 09, since then the cat is in the header.

The recall today got a NHTSA listing btw:

"NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 11V506
Manufacturer : HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
Make / Model Years :
    H-D / 2009-2012
Subject : REAR BRAKE LAMP SWITCH"

Nope, some 09's did not have the cat in the header.  In fact, I've got an "catless" 2009 header for sale...

http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=67610.msg941743#msg941743

[grc]

As best I can remember, some '09 models had a cat in the headpipe collector and some did not.  The way I remember it is that California bikes and 110 CVO's had cats, regular 49 state TC 96 models did not.  Of course, I have to offer up a disclaimer since at least half my brain cells are AWOL these days.


Jerry

[djkak]

As best I can remember, some '09 models had a cat in the headpipe collector and some did not.  The way I remember it is that California bikes and 110 CVO's had cats, regular 49 state TC 96 models did not.  Of course, I have to offer up a disclaimer since at least half my brain cells are AWOL these days.


Jerry

There was more going on in 2009 than I realized. The original exhaust on my 49 state ’09, 96" FLHX has an open head pipe with one catalyst muffler. The 49 state 2009 Trike is setup the same. 2009 110’s and California machines have a catalyst headpipe.

Good catch!  

I’m with you on the brain cells; the challenge seems to be saving enough of them for the home stretch. If there was some kind of dipstick that one could stick in their ear, this thing would be a lot easier to manage.

[Heatwave]

As best I can remember, some '09 models had a cat in the headpipe collector and some did not.  The way I remember it is that California bikes and 110 CVO's had cats, regular 49 state TC 96 models did not.  Of course, I have to offer up a disclaimer since at least half my brain cells are AWOL these days.


Jerry

This is correct!

[SIX38]

Timing is everything. My rear brake switch failed during the MV GTG. Tried getting it replaced at dealers in SC & GA and were told by both that the switch is obsolete and the new style switch was not yet available. (This was on Sept. 23, 2011). Got back to New York, went to my dealer who had a switch in stock and made appointment to have switch changed and another set of heated grips installed (third set). Heated grips were on back order so repair was delayed. Picking completed bike up tomorrow, do you think the correct brake switch (#72016-06A) has been installed? Stay tuned!
Tom P. 

[mjb765]

Timing is everything. My rear brake switch failed during the MV GTG. Tried getting it replaced at dealers in SC & GA and were told by both that the switch is obsolete and the new style switch was not yet available. (This was on Sept. 23, 2011). Got back to New York, went to my dealer who had a switch in stock and made appointment to have switch changed and another set of heated grips installed (third set). Heated grips were on back order so repair was delayed. Picking completed bike up tomorrow, do you think the correct brake switch (#72016-06A) has been installed? Stay tuned!
Tom P. 

Good question....if they just had one in stock, who knows how long it was there. Did they get the memo that they were not supposed to sell the old style since it is now being recalled???

Which dealer did you go to Tom?

Mike

[grc]

The "new" part has a part number that isn't in the system, so I don't see how a dealer could have had the correct part in stock prior to receiving his special shipment of recall parts.  Odds are if you've had the switch replaced previously, you will still need to have the recall performed with the updated part.  I would definitely check it out and not assume you are good to go.


Jerry

[UFO_HOG]

I paid my $50 deductable to have mine changed out in September. Marty, I'll let you know how it goes getting my money back...

[hotroadking]

One of the first signs it's failing is the smell of burnt oil
mine has had that , of course right after a full service
couldn't find oil anywhere.

It blows back on the crossunder pipe
that's your key sign that the brake switch
is going away.

Mine goes in tomorrow for replacement
buddies got done today takes about an hour.

[Limited Lou]

Had my switch replaced well over a year ago, as the brake light quit working.. according to my vin# on harleys site it needs changing...