HARLEY’S NEW REVERSE MOTOR. $479.00 exchange 1 yr warranty.
On and after January 28, 2020, all Harley Davidson trikes will be manufactured with the new updated design trike motor 83388-09C. Notice the “C” meaning the latest version. Harley has stated the C model is to be used as a replacement for all trikes retroactive.
The C model functions in place of the early models as an interchange for 83308-09,
83388-09A and 83388-09B. This affects models
FLHTCUG——————– 2009-2020
FLHXXX———————– 2010-2011
FLRT————————— 2015-2020
FLHTCUTGSE————– 2020
We have found (although not recommended) earlier version reverse motors to be interchangeable with the 83388-09C but it is not known if this could possibly cause any other disfunction with the bike’s on board computer or other electronics. It is our policy, however, to use the right OE number and unit designated by the letter “C” on trikes manufactured after 1/28/20. And the 83388-09, 83388-09A and 83388-09B interchangeably on the models manufactured before 1/28/20. Above is a picture of the unit. Clearly noticeable are the extra 2 modules bolted to the motor itself, with various cables attaching the electronic sensor and relay boxes to the main motor. The main motor itself appears to be manufactured by Mitsibishi exclusively for Harley. This means there will be little or no internal motor parts available at any level.
Another distinguishing factor to recognize the new “C” type motor is that it has 3 external bolts holding it together. All the older style motors are not visible through bolts because they are internal. However, a similar feature between the older versions and the newer versions is the bendix gear extruding from the front of the motor.
We have re-designed all 4 models to achieve optimum reliability in the field. We have achieved an average life expectancy of 5 years (even in older bikes)with proper use and maintenance. Although the newer version is claimed to be more reliable, we have encountered many riders with low milage problems, similar to what they’ve always had. We do not think this unit is going to be a significant improvement on reliability or life expectancy. Above is a picture of the relay box. The relay box opens and closes a set of points to turn the voltage on or off.
Above is a picture of the main solenoid. The main solenoid engulfs a plunger that pulls the bendix gear in and out of the trike reverse flywheel. It is responsible for placing high current to the motor when activated.
Above is picture of the sensor unit. It is wired directly to the relay unit shown in the above picture. At the bottom of the pic notice the 4 pin plug going to the relay box via the outside of the motor.