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sequimspyder
10-05-2013, 10:48 PM
On Mon when trying to back the bike into the garage it wouldn't go into reverse.
Took it into the shop today.
The shop notes. Rubber boot/proactive cover cracked and falling apart on rev. Actuator allowing dirt and debris inside causing actuator to stick.
The shop cleaned and lube. Reverse works some of the time and have the parts on order.
This is under warranty.
The last few rides have been during typical October northwest washington weather so plenty of moisture and dirt on the road.
Bike is an 2011 Rt with 14k miles.
Sure hate to have to be limited to riding the bike only during dry road conditions.

Chupaca
10-05-2013, 11:57 PM
that once they replace the protective boot you should be good to go. Have not heard of this issue and there are a lot of your model ryding in similar conditions. Something is affecting the boot you may have to spray it from time to time with armorall or WD 40....:dontknow:

Sny
10-06-2013, 12:47 AM
It's possible road debris got in there and messed it up...

or a critter decided it might be tasty :)

sequimspyder
10-06-2013, 09:43 AM
It's possible road debris got in there and messed it up...

or a critter decided it might be tasty :)

After I waste another day at the shop will check with the tech and see if he has some suggestions for care of the boot.