The 103....
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From: MA
The 103....
I understand the M8 is the newest coolest motor, but I just got back from a ride on my RK and I have to say that the HO 103 is a great motor. Starts right up, sounds good, nice rumble and shake....and above 2000 RPM smooths out like silk. Guess I'm old fashioned.
Last edited by overthehill?; Sep 14, 2016 at 11:04 AM.
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I agree with the 103 - like my Ultra. Not ready for the 107 yet.
EasternEP - are you saying that you are not sure the 2014 RK has a 103? Yes it does and so does others. By the way, the RK is a touring bike
Model: Harley-Davidson Road King
Year: 2014
Category: Touring
Rating: 57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Price as new (MSRP): US$ 18249. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1687.97 ccm (103.00 cubic inches)
Engine type: V2, four-stroke
Engine details: Air-cooled Twin Cam 103™ with Integrated Oil-Cooler
Year 2014
Manufacturer Harley-Davidson
Model Fat Boy - FLSTF
Engine Type Twin Cam 103B
Engine Displacement 1690cc
EasternEP - are you saying that you are not sure the 2014 RK has a 103? Yes it does and so does others. By the way, the RK is a touring bike
Model: Harley-Davidson Road King
Year: 2014
Category: Touring
Rating: 57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Price as new (MSRP): US$ 18249. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1687.97 ccm (103.00 cubic inches)
Engine type: V2, four-stroke
Engine details: Air-cooled Twin Cam 103™ with Integrated Oil-Cooler
Year 2014
Manufacturer Harley-Davidson
Model Fat Boy - FLSTF
Engine Type Twin Cam 103B
Engine Displacement 1690cc
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From: OH
I feel the same way. We took a trip down to Maggie Valley from northern Ohio late August 2 up and loaded down in the mountains. The king performed flawlessly. With a full exhaust, filter and tune it pulls pretty well. I may put cams in it when the warranty is up but it's really not needed.
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I went to the dealership the other day and looked over the M8 and spoke with a salesman. I do like the M8 from what I saw, but am also very happy with my 103 and plan on keeping it another 2-3 years.
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Nope. As of '16 they were standard on Dynas (less Street Bob) and Softails too.
(Except the S models with 110's, of course)
(Except the S models with 110's, of course)
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Same here, 88, 96, now 103...yes when will this madness ever end...LOL
From Pan Heads to Shovels (boy were we excited when they replaced the 74 with an 80) And a twin cam, WOW. I run them till they are done (I have over 100K on the WG) I love the 103 like all of them and when it's done I look forward to the 107. They sound great to me. By then I am sure they will have all the bugs worked out.