BryceMan

Hello all. I just bought my 6th Harley since 1994. My 1st five bikes were softails and I finally broke down and got a touring bike. 2009 Street Glide. (I still own my 1994 Nostalgia. She's a beauty) I was not aware of the common 5th gear whining noise until I purchased and rode it. I then started asking other brother riders about same. I just turned over 600 miles and the 5th gear noise is a bit anoying! The tech states he will change fluid at the 1,000 mile service and it will solve the problem but that's not what I've been reading. I have now done some extensive reading online about this "Common Problem" and it sounds like it will never go away and "Just Live With It". I must admit, if I bought a brand new vehicle and it whined in 5th gear, I would be right back at the dealership. The Street Glide is beautiful but I just can't accept that Harley is pushing these transmissions throught the line, knowing customers are complaining about the noise. Can someone tell me what is up with this or am I an idiot! I guess I'll give the tech his chance at the 1,000 mile service but I'm not expecting much after what I've read. Thanks from a new member

glider

Howdy, welcome to the forum.

I answered your question in your other post on this subject.

2009 Street Glide Improvements over 2008 - Page 3 - Harley Davidson Community (2009 Street Glide Improvements over 2008)

Speed

Welcome to the forum and enjoy your stay.Ride safe.

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jward

comes standard with every new 6 speed....

joyflyin

Welcome aboard, glad to have you here.