What causes Milwaukee-Eight 114 primary chain tensioner wear on the Harley-davidson Fxdr 114?

Listen for rattling on cold start, inspect tensioner play Estimated fix cost: $300-$600

What causes Rear suspension linkage bearing corrosion and failure on the Harley-davidson Fxdr 114?

Check for clunking, inspect bearings for rust and slop Estimated fix cost: $200-$450

Verify Stage 1 tune or heat shields are installed Estimated fix cost: $50-$300

Test all electronics, check for pending fault codes thoroughly Estimated fix cost: $150-$500

Known issues to inspect before buying a used Harley-davidson Fxdr 114. What to check and how much repairs cost.

SERIOUS

Listen for rattling on cold start, inspect tensioner play

Fix cost: $300-$600

MODERATE

Check for clunking, inspect bearings for rust and slop

Fix cost: $200-$450

MINOR

Verify Stage 1 tune or heat shields are installed

Fix cost: $50-$300

MODERATE

Test all electronics, check for pending fault codes thoroughly

Fix cost: $150-$500

☐Pull Harley diagnostic codes with BUDS tool

☐Cold start listen for primary chain rattle

☐Inspect rear linkage bearings for corrosion slop

☐Verify service history and cam chain tensioner replacement

Decent but maintenance-sensitive, avoid neglected examples