AP long term reliability thoughts

[anti-apollo]

There's buzz around the '21 PA hitting over 25k mi and staying a crowd favorite. How are the early models holding up with regular maintenance and long distance rides?

 

[banksy78]

the '21 and 22 had some reported hiccups like fuel and electrical stuff.

ff you're looking to get an older one for long rides, just make sure those things have been checked out or fixed.

 

[anti-apollo]

the '21 and 22 had some reported hiccups like fuel and electrical stuff.

ff you're looking to get an older one for long rides, just make sure those things have been checked out or fixed.

Thanks for the heads up! Better to iron out the wrinkles before hitting the open road!

 

[nostock78]

Some PA issues were dealt with warranty and updates. just do the regular maintainance. If you're considering a used model, make sure to check any service history and if the previous owner addressed any of the issues reported.

 

[castleonthehill]

There's buzz around the '21 PA hitting over 25k mi and staying a crowd favorite. How are the early models holding up with regular maintenance and long distance rides?

Yeah, the early 2021 PA models hold up real good. The engine and electronics are pretty solid if you do regular maintenance like @nostock78 here said. You'll be at peace with it on long rides.

 

[panini-allday]

My 2021 Pan Am is just shy of 30k miles now mostly from cross country trips. After getting a couple of those early software updates and recalls handled, she really settled in and eats up the miles with regular oil changes and upkeep.

 

[anti-apollo]

@nostock78 That is a super helpful tip about checking the service history and updates. Certainly good advice to keep in my back pocket if I go the used route.

@castleonthehill Great to hear another positive take on the early models holding up. Keeping up with maintenance really is the key it seems.

@panini-allday Man that is awesome to hear your '21 is eating up the miles after those updates. Gives a guy hope that these bikes are built for the long haul.

 

[CruisinOnPan]

The early 2021 Pan America models hold up well over time with proper maintenance. Any initial problems related to fuel or electrical systems have been fixed thru software updates. Keeping up with regular service helps guarantee reliability for touring.

 

[anti-apollo]

Checking back in as the riding season starts to wind down up here, thanks for adding to the conversation. There's a clear agreement that the early bikes hold up well once the initial software updates for the fuel and electrical systems are completed. The main takeaway from everyone's advice is that consistent, regular maintenance is the most important factor for long term dependability.