SE-204 vs SE-211 cams
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From: poway
1. They don't port barrels, they bore them.. Porting is for 2 strokes or shotguns..
2. Auto releases will take more than the normal machine work and you'll need to wire in a release system on that model year..
3. Your exhaust pipe will make more of a difference on where your cam comes on than the cam itself. The 211s need compression. At least 10.5 to 1. 204 need less.
4. You'll need an ignition module got with DTT.
5. Cams over 0.51 lift will should have the springs replaced and the valve to stem seal clearance checked. Might be nice to have them ported (polishing is a joke).. 02 heads don't flow very well, they stall at 0.0400 lift so some "street ports" don't do much for the flow and adding lift won't help..
6. If not doing the heads. I'd go for the 211s.. 98 ci is fine but sometimes you can find higher compression pistons for a 95 cheap.
2. Auto releases will take more than the normal machine work and you'll need to wire in a release system on that model year..
3. Your exhaust pipe will make more of a difference on where your cam comes on than the cam itself. The 211s need compression. At least 10.5 to 1. 204 need less.
4. You'll need an ignition module got with DTT.
5. Cams over 0.51 lift will should have the springs replaced and the valve to stem seal clearance checked. Might be nice to have them ported (polishing is a joke).. 02 heads don't flow very well, they stall at 0.0400 lift so some "street ports" don't do much for the flow and adding lift won't help..
6. If not doing the heads. I'd go for the 211s.. 98 ci is fine but sometimes you can find higher compression pistons for a 95 cheap.
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I ride a 2002 FXDP Dyna Defender with 32,000 miles and I am preparing to start a major change.
I am adding weight. Installing a FXRP faring with lowers from JD Customs and Installing an FXRT tour pack.
With that said, I am not sure on the cam.
I am not a high RPM rider. I may also be adding a 6 speed trans as well. I do like to cruise at 80mph which now hit about 3400 rpm.
My ol' lady is 105 pounds and I am 240.
I am going with a 95" upgrade. I will be reusing my own heads and porting my barrels. Installing auto compression releases.
My investigation so far says that the 211 is a higher RPM cam and the power is above 3000rpms.
The 204 is not as hot and has a wider and less aggressive power band.
I'm looking at the Woods, Andrews as well the SE.
I will say I see this same question a lot but see no real definitive answers based on riding style, weight or other facts.
I am adding weight. Installing a FXRP faring with lowers from JD Customs and Installing an FXRT tour pack.
With that said, I am not sure on the cam.
I am not a high RPM rider. I may also be adding a 6 speed trans as well. I do like to cruise at 80mph which now hit about 3400 rpm.
My ol' lady is 105 pounds and I am 240.
I am going with a 95" upgrade. I will be reusing my own heads and porting my barrels. Installing auto compression releases.
My investigation so far says that the 211 is a higher RPM cam and the power is above 3000rpms.
The 204 is not as hot and has a wider and less aggressive power band.
I'm looking at the Woods, Andrews as well the SE.
I will say I see this same question a lot but see no real definitive answers based on riding style, weight or other facts.
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From: CT
I think the 57s are great, I cannot remember the thread I recommened the 48s, but if somebody mentions 2 up, favoring the low rpms, 96" vs 103", etc I will suggest the 48s. If I had a 103" and was not sure about a Big Bore and headwork the 57s would be in! 
So for JewBoy, after what he has said I still think the 48s are a better choice that the 57s.
So for JewBoy, after what he has said I still think the 48s are a better choice that the 57s.
I'm heading down to Daytona for bike week so I gotta make sure it's tuned and running well before then!
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