Old Evo
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The tranny sprocket is a problem too with the inside splines being too narrow and wearing out. The newer one ('94 on?) solves the problem. This is probably something that hasn't been corrected on your bike. Andrews sells a kit that has everything needed to use the new sprocket.
http://www.andrewsproducts.com/motor...belt_sproc.htm
http://www.andrewsproducts.com/motor...belt_sproc.htm
Road Captain
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From: Highspire Pa
Some of hand controls are obsolete, anything related to a radio will be obsolete and hard to find a suitable replacement. That includes wiring harness and things like that. The drive train is easy to get parts to fix but bags and parts for the bags may be difficult. I recommend you find something closer to a '98.
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From: Russellville, Arkansas
I can't really think of anything else not mentioned here to look at.
The good thing, lots of stuff on these bikes can be upgraded to newer style options. Swingarms, brakes, forks, transmissions.....etc.
If you go with an older bike and you ride it often.....especially if keeping it all original doesn't mean anything to you....then upgrade it. For instance....lets say you are on a roadtrip many miles from home and the belt breaks. The dealer probably won't have anything for the 1986 model.....but they probably do for 2004, 2005....etc. Sames goes with wheel bearings and brakes. Upgrade as much as possible on the important stuff.
My bikes are 1998 models....far from being old. However, as time goes on....I am noticing less and less stuff for older bikes at Dealerships. In my opinion, it only makes sense to upgrade.
The good thing, lots of stuff on these bikes can be upgraded to newer style options. Swingarms, brakes, forks, transmissions.....etc.
If you go with an older bike and you ride it often.....especially if keeping it all original doesn't mean anything to you....then upgrade it. For instance....lets say you are on a roadtrip many miles from home and the belt breaks. The dealer probably won't have anything for the 1986 model.....but they probably do for 2004, 2005....etc. Sames goes with wheel bearings and brakes. Upgrade as much as possible on the important stuff.
My bikes are 1998 models....far from being old. However, as time goes on....I am noticing less and less stuff for older bikes at Dealerships. In my opinion, it only makes sense to upgrade.
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From: Bedford UK
I can't really think of anything else not mentioned here to look at.
The good thing, lots of stuff on these bikes can be upgraded to newer style options. Swingarms, brakes, forks, transmissions.....etc.
If you go with an older bike and you ride it often.....especially if keeping it all original doesn't mean anything to you....then upgrade it. For instance....lets say you are on a roadtrip many miles from home and the belt breaks. The dealer probably won't have anything for the 1986 model.....but they probably do for 2004, 2005....etc. Sames goes with wheel bearings and brakes. Upgrade as much as possible on the important stuff.
My bikes are 1998 models....far from being old. However, as time goes on....I am noticing less and less stuff for older bikes at Dealerships. In my opinion, it only makes sense to upgrade.
The good thing, lots of stuff on these bikes can be upgraded to newer style options. Swingarms, brakes, forks, transmissions.....etc.
If you go with an older bike and you ride it often.....especially if keeping it all original doesn't mean anything to you....then upgrade it. For instance....lets say you are on a roadtrip many miles from home and the belt breaks. The dealer probably won't have anything for the 1986 model.....but they probably do for 2004, 2005....etc. Sames goes with wheel bearings and brakes. Upgrade as much as possible on the important stuff.
My bikes are 1998 models....far from being old. However, as time goes on....I am noticing less and less stuff for older bikes at Dealerships. In my opinion, it only makes sense to upgrade.
Cruiser
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I purchased my '86 in 2007. Rode it home from New Jersey with 36K on it, now has 60k. I have done a complete rebuilt on it, engine, paint and bearings, rubbers, bushings etc. I ride hard and it hasnt let me down. It has been mentioned, but I would replace that rear pulley asap. mine was rubbing the case and the splines were almost gone. I just went and put a six speed kit in it while I was in there.
Electrical gremlins will just take time to isolate.
My rear swingarm bushings need replacing . Most of my mechanical work was done at 50k. Last winter was the cosmetic stuff.
Here is a pic of mine;
more at https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...tc-custom.html
Electrical gremlins will just take time to isolate.
My rear swingarm bushings need replacing . Most of my mechanical work was done at 50k. Last winter was the cosmetic stuff.
Here is a pic of mine;
more at https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...tc-custom.html
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From: Bedford UK
Bike looks great. Amazing how the older bikes don't look old! A True-Track Trackula kit will supply all you need for your swingarm including a serious upgrade in the handling department.
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A True-Track Trackula kit will supply all you need for your swingarm including a serious upgrade in the handling department.
I also replaced the front mount with a velva-ride mount.
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Again, thanks all for input. Some nice looking "old" Evos here! Bike was sold, but I am now looking at 96 Road King, with a lot of miles (76k), but has been completely rebuilt with all receipts by local stealer. Will keep the thread updated.
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