pre-2006 dynas
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pre-2006 dynas
In another thread I started, I was told to avoid the 2006 dynas because they had some issues with the stator and the bearings.
I am considering going as far back as a 2003. Are there any common issues on the 2005, 2004, and 2003 models?
Thanks!
I am considering going as far back as a 2003. Are there any common issues on the 2005, 2004, and 2003 models?
Thanks!
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the dynas went all FI in 06. some 04-05 had FI, some had carbs.
because of the carb/fi changes from 03 to 04, the 04-05 models are kind of the bastard children and have seat fitment issues becasue of the tank change (the seats only fit 04-05).
due to valve seal changes - it's been suggested that some 05 tc88 motors have leaky valve seals - causing oil consumption. based on my experience - I believe this to be accurate.
have not read much negative on the 03 or 04 models. I'd guess that an 03 carbed is identical to an 04 carbed with the exception of tank and seat fitment as previously mentioned.
As far as the 06+ frames being "better" - ive seen this written several times and i'm not buying in - how is this measured? by the thickness of the tubes? the frames are actually quite comparable.
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I have an '06 Wide and I love it. I've had my IPB go twice; first under warranty (HD replaced bearing/race), 2nd time outside warranty (HD upgraded my IPCase and Tranny case with doweled '07-style cases). Had them closely inspect my rotor both times; OK. I think the other improvements listed above outweigh the rotor & IPB "risks". MoCo as much as admitted a design problem with their pink letter "Addendum To Owner's Manual", and mention of it in a call to Milwaukee Customer Service seems to pave the way to free IPB repairs, should you have a problem.
If you're still scared off the '06's, go with an '07. My $.02.
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I got an 02. Customized though with 49mm wide glide front end, tank, fenders, motor, etc. Love my carb. And I believe the 02's were the last to have timkin bearings. Maybe 03.
I've never had any trouble at all with mine.
I've never had any trouble at all with mine.