How does Harley traction control work?
The rider activates VHC by momentarily applying extra pressure to either the front brake hand lever or the rear-brake foot control after the motorcycle has come to a complete stop. If rider brakes very hard to a stop, and holds the brake pressure after stopping, VHC may also set without any added squeeze.
How do you know if your Harley has ABS?
The surest way to tell if a bike has ABS is to follow the brake lines. If the brake lines go straight from the master cylinder to the caliper, then your Harley does not have ABS. In some cases, if the brake lines seem to run into the chassis of the bike or another box, it could have ABS.
Which Harleys have linked brakes?
Reflex Linked Brakes with ABS are Original Equipment on the 2014 Street Glide Special, Electra Glide Ultra Classic and Ultra Limited Harley-Davidson® motorcycle models, and a factory-installed option on the Road King® and Street Glide® models.
What is Rdrs Harley?
Reflex™ Defensive Rider Systems (RDRS) is a new collection of technology designed to match motorcycle performance to available traction during acceleration, deceleration and braking. A rider may find the systems most helpful when riding in adverse road conditions and in urgent situations.
When does the ABS light stop flashing on a Harley Davidson?
I checked the bike over, started the bike, the ABS light is flashing & will not cancel. Any suggestions. Thanks Take it for a ride,if the light stops flashing after you reach 4-5 miles per hour you are OK. If not it is warning you that the brake pads are worn and need replacing.
What kind of bike has a flashing ABS light?
Good morning I ride a 2008 Ultra, getting ready for a 5 day ride, leaving shortly. I checked the bike over, started the bike, the ABS light is flashing & will not cancel.
Is there a recall on a Harley ABS modulator?
If HD has not yet engineered and manufactured a correct Harley ABS modulator to replace the failing unit, it might be good business to change brake fluid for free until a recall can be issued and a replacement unit can be installed. That is, obviously, just our opinion. All that being said; we’ve been increasingly busy repairing this ABS issue.
Where can I buy ABS modules for a Harley Davidson?
I don’t know if you still have your ’08 but there is a place on Amazon that carries the ABS modules for Harley. It is AD Auto Parts Store. part #40601-08A. Received the HD brake fluid recall the week my ABS module failed on my 2009 FLHTCU.
I checked the bike over, started the bike, the ABS light is flashing & will not cancel. Any suggestions. Thanks Take it for a ride,if the light stops flashing after you reach 4-5 miles per hour you are OK. If not it is warning you that the brake pads are worn and need replacing.
Good morning I ride a 2008 Ultra, getting ready for a 5 day ride, leaving shortly. I checked the bike over, started the bike, the ABS light is flashing & will not cancel.
When does your abs light go on and off?
Before we go further, though, here’s a simple reminder. It is normal for your ABS light to light up when you first start your bike. However, after you start moving at about 10 mph, your ABS light should go off. If it is staying on at the point or later, let’s check a few things.
Why is the rear brake light on on a Harley Davidson?
If there is fluid or dampness anywhere, there is a leak. A leak may indicate a bad brake line due to rust or vibration, or it may just be that the connection is loose. Some Touring bikes even had a factory recall due to a rear brake light switch that was failing, and could leak, so be sure to check there.