2018 Can-Am Defender HD8
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Changing oil on my Hd 8
By Mike Hajek (I am an Owner) on May 12, 2020I am amazed that the design team for this machine did not see value in designing in a screw on oil filter. Also it looks like the location of the oil filter was an after thought because the 3 screws that hold the cover of the filter canister on, are not all visible ! Very cumbersome process to change ... the filter. Also, it would be logical to just simply state in the owners hand book how many quarts of oil it takes! It is so foolish to read" add a little oil , then check stick then add more... but don't over fill"
For the simple reason based on the elementary engineering, I would never buy a Can-am again! Not to mention every time I put it in gear it sounds like the back door is slamming.
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HD 8 issues
By M (I am an Owner) on Jan 20, 2020Head gasket leaked when new. Replaced and blown again. Never overheated. Driven like I own it. Crappy doors not sealing at various places especially driving into the wind. Crappy door latch cables with moisture getting in which results in cable freezing and breaking in cold weather. Overall very ... crappily built can. Wish I still had my Deere 825i. Never buy again!
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