2018 Tri Glide

[NamVet]

What's your opinion of the 2018 Tri Glide with the 107 engine, any improvements, how is it compared to the 2014, thinking of trading.

 

[Postal Trucker]

I traded my "14 for the "18 because of the color and just did a 2700 mile trip from Ohio to Texas. I new motor definitely has more power than the '14 and in my opinion runs quieter. The mufflers have a deeper tone than previous years. Everything else is the same.

 

[Old Road Dog]

Can't help with the TG but have the 107 on my Freewheeler.Love it.Runs way cooler than my '14 TC.At least that's my shortpants right leg perception.Smooth motor with plenty of torque.Had them all from the panhead to the M8.This is the best motor HD ever built.(OK-the Sportster is.) Take an M8 for a test ride if you havnt already done so.

 

[rhino 2]

What's your opinion of the 2018 Tri Glide with the 107 engine, any improvements, how is it compared to the 2014, thinking of trading.

The M8 has much more power then my 103 had, ...I would just keep a sharp eye on the transmission's oil level....

 

[NamVet]

The M8 has much more power then my 103 had, ...I would just keep a sharp eye on the transmission's oil level....

Is there a problem with the trans/oil level??

 

[NamVet]

I traded my "14 for the "18 because of the color and just did a 2700 mile trip from Ohio to Texas. I new motor definitely has more power than the '14 and in my opinion runs quieter. The mufflers have a deeper tone than previous years. Everything else is the same.

Yes, I test rode one and agree with all you stated.............thanks for the reply, checking to see if there are any known problems.

 

[rhino 2]

Is there a problem with the trans/oil level??

With my 17 Tri-Glide and many other M8 engines the oil from the transmission is going into the primary [chain case] And so far there is no viable fix... Do a search theres a lot of info on this...There is a short story about this on Page 5 May Motorcycle Consumer News Magazine...

 

[mirider]

The M8 has much more power then my 103 had, ...

I hear and read that a lot but IMO (did a demo on the m8 version) I didn't see it. Guess power is in the eye of the beholder. There has to be a lot more change than just the engine to make me want to spend the bucks for a new one, the 2018 looks identical to my 2014 other than colors.

 

[Jack Klarich]

The brakes are better, the primary is narrower giving you better foot placement on the boards, the clutch tho it is hydraulic seems to hook up better for power

The throttle body is bigger, fuel mileage in most cases is up

The cat converter on the exhaust is moved further back

 

[MDO]

With my 17 Tri-Glide and many other M8 engines the oil from the transmission is going into the primary [chain case] And so far there is no viable fix... Do a search theres a lot of info on this...There is a short story about this on Page 5 May Motorcycle Consumer News Magazine...

I think saying many M8's have the problem is a stretch. I think it's a very small percentage.

It's nature for people to come online to complain/rant about problems. What if everyone with no problems came on & posted.

You may be able to find a new 2017 & find a dealer willing to deal & upgrade it to a 114. There are several in my area that will do it.

 

[Jack Klarich]

Oil cooled heads and or liquid cooled now also

More oil capacity for additional lube, bigger alternators, Better sounding stock exhaust to name some of the changes

 

[Capt.Bob]

The M8-engine TGU makes it power/torque at lower RPM's than the TC103. The M8 seems to makes its best torque between 2500-4000 RPM whereas the TC103 seems to make its torque between about 3000-4800 RPM. The M8 has a bit less intake noise at the air cleaner. The stock pipes as others have mentioned are a bit louder/throatier on the 2018 than the stock 2014. In the 6500 miles that I have been operating my 2017 M8 TGU, I have not noticed any appreciable differences in fuel mileage from the 2016 TC103 I rode for 15k miles but apparently others have seen some slight benefits.

 

[Old Road Dog]

With my 17 Tri-Glide and many other M8 engines the oil from the transmission is going into the primary [chain case] And so far there is no viable fix... Do a search theres a lot of info on this...There is a short story about this on Page 5 May Motorcycle Consumer News Magazine...

stonecold over on the HD forum has identified the problem and has come up with a solution.Basically machining for a seal(s) in the clutch bearing housing 35260-06B. This cures the oil migration.HD of course will only sell him a limited quantity of housings so he takes your core to a machinist for the procedure.Cost is around $200.00 +- .Dont think this is a money making venture for him-probably lose his arse.Yeah I know what you're thinkin:"Why don't the MoCo contact him?"Surely you jest.

 

[Jack Klarich]

stonecold over on the HD forum has identified the problem and has come up with a solution.Basically machining for a seal(s) in the clutch bearing housing 35260-06B. This cures the oil migration.HD of course will only sell him a limited quantity of housings so he takes your core to a machinist for the procedure.Cost is around $200.00 +- .Dont think this is a money making venture for him-probably lose his arse.Yeah I know what you're thinkin:"Why don't the MoCo contact him?"Surely you jest.

Indeed, since The MOCO will not take a clear stand on this 1

They would rather band aid it until it goes away, IMO it will NOT go away and will seriously affect new sales

There is a REAL problem here and it needs to be addressed no matter how much it costs

Can you imagine the law suit over a tranny that grenades?

I just cant imagine that but it could happen

Also, IMO they are covering up how BIG this problem really is

I hope Stonecold does have the fix and also hope he protects this fix with a copyright or a patent

WE all know how HD ends up on this one Wink Wink

 

[rhino 2]

stonecold over on the HD forum has identified the problem and has come up with a solution.Basically machining for a seal(s) in the clutch bearing housing 35260-06B. This cures the oil migration.HD of course will only sell him a limited quantity of housings so he takes your core to a machinist for the procedure.Cost is around $200.00 +- .Dont think this is a money making venture for him-probably lose his arse.Yeah I know what you're thinkin:"Why don't the MoCo contact him?"Surely you jest.

The fact remains it's a warranty issue if you go fix it yourself ( and there's no guarantee that stonecold's fix work long term either ) You might as well kiss your warranty goodbye ! Harley should be fixing it not the individual owner !

 

[Jack Klarich]

The fact remains it's a warranty issue if you go fix it yourself ( and there's no guarantee that stonecold's fix work long term either ) You might as well kiss your warranty goodbye ! Harley should be fixing it not the individual owner !

You may be right on here

It would NOT shock me if HD had some one checking forums just because

It is obvious to me the Juneau Crew has NO real plan as of yet, so Why not hijack someone else s idea and claim it

JMO

 

[Old Road Dog]

The fact remains it's a warranty issue if you go fix it yourself ( and there's no guarantee that stonecold's fix work long term either ) You might as well kiss your warranty goodbye ! Harley should be fixing it not the individual owner !

I've been dealing with the MoCo for over 50 years .I think I've figured out thire business model:Step one-deny there is a problem.Step 2:come up with a fix that the aftermarket figured out and call it thires.Step 3: offer the retrofit under thire Screaming Chicken label to previous year owners (a la compensator) at owners cost. Hey that business model has worked for them for 100+ years.Why change it?

 

[rhino 2]

You may be right on here

It would NOT shock me if HD had some one checking forums just because

It is obvious to me the Juneau Crew has NO real plan as of yet, so Why not hijack someone else s idea and claim it

JMO

Whether or not it helps , A couple hours ago i got an Email from Harley and they asked why i was dissatisfied with the M8, And like i told them last week, The oil issue ....And i added go on any Bike'Trike forum and you will see its wide spread ...Enough even for MCN Magazine to make mention of it...

 

[trikermutha]

I've been dealing with the MoCo for over 50 years .I think I've figured out thire business model:Step one-deny there is a problem.Step 2:come up with a fix that the aftermarket figured out and call it thires.Step 3: offer the retrofit under thire Screaming Chicken label to previous year owners (a la compensator) at owners cost. Hey that business model has worked for them for 100+ years.Why change it?

Tell me about it Crappy Comps :ahhh: LOL

 

[Old Road Dog]

Gee,I hope we didn't scare the OP off the M8 with all our "help".

 

[NamVet]

New 2018 Tri Glide wicked red

Nope, went ahead and traded my 14 for the 18 tri glide for $12500 INCLUDES TAX out the door price, also included labor to swap over my CB, love jugs, foot pegs, seat with my back rest, rear bumper, my windshield,and my cupholder. Done deal...………….

 

[arnie]

Nope, went ahead and traded my 14 for the 18 tri glide for $12500 INCLUDES TAX out the door price, also included labor to swap over my CB, love jugs, foot pegs, seat with my back rest, rear bumper, my windshield,and my cupholder. Done deal...………….

Without running the #'s that sounds like a good deal. What dealer if I may ask?

 

[NamVet]

Without running the #'s that sounds like a good deal. What dealer if I may ask?

Warhorse in Ocala, Fl

 

[ultrafxr]

Nope, went ahead and traded my 14 for the 18 tri glide for $12500 INCLUDES TAX out the door price, also included labor to swap over my CB, love jugs, foot pegs, seat with my back rest, rear bumper, my windshield,and my cupholder. Done deal...………….

Appears to me your dealer treated you very well on the trade. Congrats. I think you'll enjoy the new ride.

 

[Jack Klarich]

Warhorse in Ocala, Fl

Good Dealership

It is a nice ride there from Jacksonville

 

[TGCarol]

Congrats on the new ride Ernest :clapping: Warhorse is great. Always treat me really well.

 

[MB1953]

+1 on dealing with Warhorse! A nice ride for me. And +++ congrats on the new ride... I went from the '14 to the '17 with the M8 and couldn't be happier. You got a good deal, and I'm sure you will too.

 

[Gorilla]

Nope, went ahead and traded my 14 for the 18 tri glide for $12500 INCLUDES TAX out the door price, also included labor to swap over my CB, love jugs, foot pegs, seat with my back rest, rear bumper, my windshield,and my cupholder. Done deal...………….

CONGRATS on your new ride. Enjoy and be safe

 

[Teufelhunde]

Without running the #'s that sounds like a good deal. What dealer if I may ask?

That may be more into the smokin' deal category....

YMMV

Lon