DYNO Numbers for Baggers???
#5061
06-30-2015, 09:01 PM
Cruiser
#5062
07-01-2015, 07:48 AM
Seasoned HDF Member
#5063
07-01-2015, 10:26 AM
Cruiser
#5064
07-01-2015, 02:38 PM
Seasoned HDF Member
Many factors can affect the results with the same equipment - temperature, humidity, altitude, air pressure and the skill of the tuner.
But the question is - are you happy with how the setup *feels* when you ride it? Thats the question that counts. I dont look at my chart when I ride.
Here's a good example. A 124" S&S, "only" making 80 HP at 3250 RPM (at, or below which I'd imagine you and most of us spend 95% of our time on a bike), yet I'm guessing you'd enjoy the power this bike is making.
Last edited by Keithhu; 07-01-2015 at 03:08 PM.
#5065
07-02-2015, 06:29 AM
Club Member
#5066
07-02-2015, 09:11 AM
Cruiser
Thanks for the feedback...interestng. Admittedly I do like the V & H appearance however I didn't think it would affect performance. In hindsight, I would have done a bit more homework.
Am I happy with it? For the most part yes.... I just found the chart looked a bit strange compared to others charts I have seen. I am not sure how much experience my HD Mech has but I am limited to where I can go. If my results are restricted by what components I put on, fair enough.
Am I happy with it? For the most part yes.... I just found the chart looked a bit strange compared to others charts I have seen. I am not sure how much experience my HD Mech has but I am limited to where I can go. If my results are restricted by what components I put on, fair enough.
#5067
07-07-2015, 08:43 AM
Road Master
Dyno's are tuning tools....period. No two dynos will read the same. Then throw in the correction factors and an experienced operator or tuner can increase or decrease the numbers on a dyno sheet. Not saying tuners are dishonest, just saying the numbers can vary.
Bottom line if you are happy with the way your bike runs, unless you are chasing a number, ride it and be happy.
Bottom line if you are happy with the way your bike runs, unless you are chasing a number, ride it and be happy.
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#5069
07-10-2015, 06:09 AM
Grand HDF Member
Ok, need advice, I've been dealing with an issue with my 09, 107, I recently had my bike dyno'd at a show, I also have a thundermax, after the dyno, my results were less than steller, so the Thundermax guy spend an hour tweaking my bike, he and the dyno guy stated part of my issue is the throttle body, says I need a HPI, 55-58 for my bike, I live in Indianapolis so HPI is local I can walk right into the business!, ;}
The Thundermax guy also said my injectors were marginal, I'm going to get the HPI, and I'm not sure if I really need the 5.3 injectors.
Would this option help my bikes performance, I look at this issue air and fuel ratio, I'm not worried about the extra gas used, I'm only concerned with performance!
Help me out guys, opinions are like butts everyone has one!
The Thundermax guy also said my injectors were marginal, I'm going to get the HPI, and I'm not sure if I really need the 5.3 injectors.
Would this option help my bikes performance, I look at this issue air and fuel ratio, I'm not worried about the extra gas used, I'm only concerned with performance!
Help me out guys, opinions are like butts everyone has one!
#5070
07-10-2015, 07:14 AM
Dyno's are tuning tools....period. No two dynos will read the same. Then throw in the correction factors and an experienced operator or tuner can increase or decrease the numbers on a dyno sheet. Not saying tuners are dishonest, just saying the numbers can vary.
Bottom line if you are happy with the way your bike runs, unless you are chasing a number, ride it and be happy.
Bottom line if you are happy with the way your bike runs, unless you are chasing a number, ride it and be happy.
Why did I write all this? I have a dyno guy up the street "if" I choose. I am waiting until I decide if I want cams and/or head work. But in the meantime? I am happy with the PCV and the results. I sounds like some here should have saved their money on a dyno.
