$200 Ideas for Performance
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$200 Ideas for Performance
Hope everyone is having a killer Holiday season.
So, I got a $200 HD Gift card from the folks and I am trying to decide what to do with it. I know that I dont want the SE slip-ons cause I have heard that a lot of people arent really happy with them. (if you are, then feel free to chime in)
So I was wondering, would it be worth it to get the Stage 1 filter set-up and the download and keep the stock exhaust? I really want these Rush slip-ons that my indy let me hear the other day. So when I can afford them, I will get them, but will that make the download obsolete?
I don't want to squander $200 bucks so I have to figure out what the best way is to put it towards performance rather than cosmetic.
Any ideas would help.
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So, I got a $200 HD Gift card from the folks and I am trying to decide what to do with it. I know that I dont want the SE slip-ons cause I have heard that a lot of people arent really happy with them. (if you are, then feel free to chime in)
So I was wondering, would it be worth it to get the Stage 1 filter set-up and the download and keep the stock exhaust? I really want these Rush slip-ons that my indy let me hear the other day. So when I can afford them, I will get them, but will that make the download obsolete?
I don't want to squander $200 bucks so I have to figure out what the best way is to put it towards performance rather than cosmetic.
Any ideas would help.
Thanks
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RE: $200 Ideas for Performance
Personally, I'd go with the AC and skip the download till you get the Rush's. And actually, if it'll be a short time till you get the slip-ons, I'd wait on the install of the AC till you get them. Then do all three at once. A service manual is definately a good investment.
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I don't know what you could do for 200 that will actually give you more performance.The SE high flow AC would give you more HP but not without at least the download which would blow straight through your $200.Maybe hang on to your gift certificate and use it in conjuction with $ when you can afford it.
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If you are going to do any of your own wrenching, then the idea above of the $60.00 shop manual is a great idea. It will save you much more then that in time and frustration as time passes.
I also agree that it is best to do the A/C, mufflers and map at the same time for best results.
I do not agree that the Harley SE mufflers are the best for the money. I like noise so they are too quiet for me. I also do not think that re-mapping the stock ECM is the best for the buck.
My preference is aftermarket mufflers, and a PCIII, and a SE air cleaner. In my case it was KromeWerks side slash mufflers, the forward facing H-D SE air cleaner, and a PCIII. The do-it-yourself map is already there, on the Power Commander site,for this combination.
If it were me, I would buy the shop manual, wait until I had the extra for the SE air cleaner and then wait until I got the mufflers and then do it all at the same time - PCIII or stock ECM.
C66
I also agree that it is best to do the A/C, mufflers and map at the same time for best results.
I do not agree that the Harley SE mufflers are the best for the money. I like noise so they are too quiet for me. I also do not think that re-mapping the stock ECM is the best for the buck.
My preference is aftermarket mufflers, and a PCIII, and a SE air cleaner. In my case it was KromeWerks side slash mufflers, the forward facing H-D SE air cleaner, and a PCIII. The do-it-yourself map is already there, on the Power Commander site,for this combination.
If it were me, I would buy the shop manual, wait until I had the extra for the SE air cleaner and then wait until I got the mufflers and then do it all at the same time - PCIII or stock ECM.
C66
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RE: $200 Ideas for Performance
I would easily spend some of that money on a service manual like Clutch66 said. Another investment would be a parts manual, although some might think they would never need it. Cost me about a buck for both and one of the best investments I made from day one.
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RE: $200 Ideas for Performance
Purchased a set of PRE EPASE Slip on's. DYNA Baloney cut- Chrome 80258-99A, They are no longer produced and a bit hard to find but much better because the EPA hadn't gotten there Mitts on them yet.They areJust right andloud enoughfor me. You could always install Thunder baffles inSE Slip on's if you want some louder exhaust. The service manual is a great idea as other members have suggested. It was the first Item I purchased after buying the Scoot.A must have for the DIY' r.
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RE: $200 Ideas for Performance
Pick up a set of Cycle Shack slip-ons for under $150 and get the HD manual for $50-60. Install the slip-ons and enjoy the new sound.
Then save up for the high flow air cleaner and Power Commander and dyno.
Then save up for the high flow air cleaner and Power Commander and dyno.
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RE: $200 Ideas for Performance
What Super01 said. Cycle Shack M series Baloney Cut slip-ons & a manual. The Cycle Shacks will work great for current & future engine mods & the manual will show you how to do them yourself. Win-Win.
There really isn't a whole lot that you can do for performance for $200, the pipes will help, though you will still probably have to do a remap on your FI which will include dyno time at least to get the A/F correct. You might check around your area & see if there are any indy shops w/ Dynos & see what they'd charge you.
There really isn't a whole lot that you can do for performance for $200, the pipes will help, though you will still probably have to do a remap on your FI which will include dyno time at least to get the A/F correct. You might check around your area & see if there are any indy shops w/ Dynos & see what they'd charge you.
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Thanks for the input. Forgot to mention that the folks also got me the service manual. Ive been walking around with it for days now. I love it. My family thinks I am wierd. When they are reading the morning newspaper with coffee, Im studying wire diagrams. I just don't want it to be able to do my own service, but this little book is going to teach me about motorcycles in general. In fact, my resolution this year is to completely submerge myself with motorcycle knowledge. I love that bike. I still can't beleive its just sitting there, waiting for me in the garage. And at least there is one good thing about Florida.The weather. The only thing I am bummed about is how lacking my tools are. Man, torque wrenches are expensive!
Happy New Year Everyone! Ride Safe.
Happy New Year Everyone! Ride Safe.