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Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Roadster (Xl 1200R), Sportster 883 Roadster (Xl 883R): Brakes
Affects Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Roadster (Xl 1200R), Sportster 883 Roadster (Xl 883R) · 2004–2005 — about 361 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the brake master cylinder may have received inadequate lubrication on the secondary cup during assembly. This could cause sliding resistance of the piston to be excessive, which in turn could cause the return of the piston to be slow upon release of the brake. In extreme cases, the piston may not return completely. Correction: Dealers will rebuild the master cylinder.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational