New Motor
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From: Black Hills
Mine's getting freshened up at Kendall Johnson's right now. Before the rebuild it had been worked over down to the flywheel and still getting in the mid 40's. Can't wait to get it back and reassembled.
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From: SE Louisiana
It all depends on what " a little more power" means,
if you want something north of 100hp/100tq, and be smooth, reliable, and get the same mileage your getting now, the square bore/stroke S&S 111 does just that for me.
if you want something north of 100hp/100tq, and be smooth, reliable, and get the same mileage your getting now, the square bore/stroke S&S 111 does just that for me.
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From: Bedford UK
Going back to the stock engine, there is much that can be done to improve it's output, at less expense than a new engine. A stroker kit used to be the way to go, although Scott at Hillside has other ways now of getting similar performance. A competent tuning shop can work wonders.
Having said that, you may find yourself on a slippery slope! I find the appeal of an S&S 124" has grown on me. There is also a 145" - be warned.....
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From: Texas
I have over 90,000 on my 1996 ultra classic, and it runs great. Last year I was looking for an excuse to build a new motor, but can't bring myself to tear down this engine, that is running good.
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From: Poolville
For a little over $2500 you can do a woods w6 build with stage II heads, Wiseco 10:1 pistons and throw on an S&S E carb that will yield on the mid eighties for torque and hp but still get you 42-46 with stock 2-2 pipes. depending on your twisting of the throttle.... I know cause i had that build.....very nice....
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From: Upstate New York
Did someone tell you that 60k was when your motor would be worn out? After doing a compression test and maybe some inspections you should be able to figure out why the bike feels "old" to you. EVO motors last much longer than you think.
If what you want is more power (normal), and a shiney new motor for bragging rights, cool, do it, but don't blame it on the EVO.
If what you want is more power (normal), and a shiney new motor for bragging rights, cool, do it, but don't blame it on the EVO.
My Evo motor is running fine at nearly twice the mileage you have on yours, with good compression and negligible oil consumption. I have no idea how long an Evo lasts, but I'm hoping to find out one day.
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