Twin Cam Motor Problems
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Twin Cam Motor Problems
so I'm looking at trading my 2006 sporty1200c for a Dyna low rider, looking at 2007 & newer so either a 96 CI or 103 CI, since the 2006 & older bike's spec don't justify trading up..
It seems everyone on the sportster board says twin cam motors have had problems. I've put a lot of work into my sportster making it reliable and I really drive it hard as I would a Dyna, so I would hate to spend money to upgrade and trade a reliable bike for one with engine problems..
so what kind of problems are common with these motors? are there are years I should avoid?
I generally like to buy new because of that feeling that you get the latest, best, most reliable thing out there, so is that a good idea in this case? should I get the 2014 low rider or look for a 2008 for less money?
I have to say though the sportster is an awesome bike, plently fast, light weight,, handles great,, great mileage, low maintenance,, comfortable, I've already doen a lot of cool things with it but I could do a lot more instead of upgrading..
But dyna would be a lot more power & a better ride.. deeper sound, extra gear, longer range, better comfort, better for 2-up, etc.
It seems everyone on the sportster board says twin cam motors have had problems. I've put a lot of work into my sportster making it reliable and I really drive it hard as I would a Dyna, so I would hate to spend money to upgrade and trade a reliable bike for one with engine problems..
so what kind of problems are common with these motors? are there are years I should avoid?
I generally like to buy new because of that feeling that you get the latest, best, most reliable thing out there, so is that a good idea in this case? should I get the 2014 low rider or look for a 2008 for less money?
I have to say though the sportster is an awesome bike, plently fast, light weight,, handles great,, great mileage, low maintenance,, comfortable, I've already doen a lot of cool things with it but I could do a lot more instead of upgrading..
But dyna would be a lot more power & a better ride.. deeper sound, extra gear, longer range, better comfort, better for 2-up, etc.
Last edited by 06Sporty75; 07-01-2014 at 08:25 PM.
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I have an 07 LR and the only problem I have had in the last 4 years was a bad starter clutch. I replaced that and no more problems. Other than that just regular maintenance. Before that I had an 08 SB and the only problem I had was the front master cylinder gasket went bad and was replaced under warranty. The only year I would stay away from was the 06. Some of them had issues with the IPB failing. If you could swing it the new LR has gotten some pretty solid reviews here on the forum and is a great looking ride imo.
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If you need a lowrider, get the new one. It will be just as rekiable as the sporty and just as nimble in the twisties. It's a more solid ride at higher speeds. The low rider is set up pretty nicely as far as new harleys go. Go test ride one and you will never look back.
What do you think all us dyna riders use to ride?
What do you think all us dyna riders use to ride?
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I'll speak for the 06 owners....mine just turned over to 40,000 mi....the 2 inherent problems are the IPB and the 2 piece rotor. Also the earlier 06s had 8* injectors instead of 25* injectors.With that being said, I fixed the issues myself (baker IBP...$30.00 and I had my rotor tack welded ..$0.00) plus gaskets and have never looked back. I'll get another 40,000 out of it no problem.