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Old May 3, 2016 | 08:24 AM
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My RK has a bit of ping when cruising in 6th on the hwy. Only when it pulls up a hill at 75 mph or so.

So, I'm taking it back to Hamilton HD in Sturgis, MI (I've really enjoyed dealing with these folks) for a dyno tune.

They told me it really didn't need the tune and they could eliminate the pinging without it, but, they also said, to be dialed in perfectly, the dyno is the way to go.

I'll be making sales calls on the way, which is a plus.....

Can't wait to see the numbers on paper after the tune!
 
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Good luck, hope it turns out great.
 
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Good luck, hope it turns out great.
Hey, THANKS! I hope the numbers don't leave me longing for more power............
 
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Hey, THANKS! I hope the numbers don't leave me longing for more power............
If you like the way it rides don't worry about the number.

I know that is easier said than done but numbers on a piece of paper can get mighty expensive.
 
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Hey TD-
Maybe you should dump some Seafoam in the tank and that ping will go away and probably add 30hp.
 
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Maybe you should dump some Seafoam in the tank and that ping will go away and probably add 30hp.
Where'd you hear THAT? Sounds like horse poo to me...... ;^)
 
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Originally Posted by PSRumors
If you like the way it rides don't worry about the number.

I know that is easier said than done but numbers on a piece of paper can get mighty expensive.
Agreed! And I LOVE the way it rides!

I don't plan on opening this engine at all...........
 
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