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Regarding the S&S 124", they now make a low CR version with their 585 cam, the same as in my 107", which sounds like a promising alternative for a touring bike.
Regarding the S&S 124", they now make a low CR version with their 585 cam, the same as in my 107", which sounds like a promising alternative for a touring bike.
even the higher CR version oughta be fun in a bagger. at least, thats what I'm hoping.
dyno sheets from S&S show over 100lb/ft @ 2500rpm, peaking to low 130's @ ~ 4000rpm. considering most of my cruising time is spent between 2700-3k I dont see it being a slouch.
Early on my 107 was disappointing, although I feel better about it now. I really would have loved a bigger motor, but was advised against the S&S 124 for a bagger, as it is not very smooth running. They now make EPA and TuV (German Government spec) versions, either of which are probably more bagger friendly, as they are less highly tuned.
If you want 1800-rpm you need a turbo diesel! We just bought a VW T5 camper with one and it loves life at those rpms! On a V-twin the crankshaft is turning fast enough to give a clean fast get-away, at least not to my liking.
If you like the thought of seriously big, John at Mia Cycles has built an Ultima 140ci that fits a stock frame!
How has you motor done after all these years? Mine blows rocker box gaskets out almost yearly and has stopped me from riding the bike any distance. I love the torque but I think a new bike with a better engine is in my future and it probably wont be a harley.
How has you motor done after all these years? Mine blows rocker box gaskets out almost yearly and has stopped me from riding the bike any distance. I love the torque but I think a new bike with a better engine is in my future and it probably wont be a harley.
It hasn't run in years, probably mice living in the pipes, maybe an exhaust valve is open and they have a nice restroom to use.
How has you motor done after all these years? Mine blows rocker box gaskets out almost yearly and has stopped me from riding the bike any distance. I love the torque but I think a new bike with a better engine is in my future and it probably wont be a harley.
However, my 111 is pretty solid, wouldn't hesitate to ride to BFE on a whim.
How has you motor done after all these years? Mine blows rocker box gaskets out almost yearly and has stopped me from riding the bike any distance. I love the torque but I think a new bike with a better engine is in my future and it probably wont be a harley.
My 111 been great for 2 years now without any engine problems. Quicker and faster than I need on a WG but would buy the same 111 again without a second thought of any other engine spite the cubic inches.
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