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Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:51 PM
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Thinking of going up to a 2001 Ultra Classic. Is the engine balanced on the 2001 or will it vibrate like my old 98 Roadking?
 
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 05:55 PM
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No it is not balanced, Yes it will vibrate .
 
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 05:56 PM
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Old Jul 19, 2009 | 06:20 PM
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it's gonna jump around like a 1 legged man at an *** kicking contest.
 
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 06:40 PM
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Its not bad at all,owned mine for 8.75 yrs and see no reason to sell it for a newer EG...
 
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 06:53 PM
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I have a 2000 Ultra and do not think it's bad at all.
 
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