Mar 17, 2015, 06:12 PM
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Issue: What is wrong with RevTech engines?
RevTech engines are appealing to some because of their price. Many members have reported issues with the engines and steer many people clear of them.
Read Below to find out:
-What issues people are having with RevTech engines
-What engine to buy instead of RevTech
-What issues other engines have
RevTech engines are appealing to some because of their price. Many members have reported issues with the engines and steer many people clear of them.
Read Below to find out:
-What issues people are having with RevTech engines
-What engine to buy instead of RevTech
-What issues other engines have
What is wrong with RevTech engines?
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 157
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From: Port St. John, FL
Rev-Tech has an 88" Evo style at around $4400
Road Captain
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 610
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You know the only problem I have is....people saying how bad Revtechs are but have never had one. I have been shopping for an engine and to make it fair, I asked dealers who sell all 3 ( S & S, Ultima and Revtech). Here is what I have found and don't tak my word, look into it yourself. 8 out of 10 dealers will tell you these things about all 3:
Revtech is cheaper because it was made in Korea. But then again 90% of Harley Davidson is made of Asain parts. So the buy American crap doesn't hold water; they are built (Assembled) in America.
S & S cost more and is used more. Ultima falls second in terms of cost with Revtech coming in 3rd at cost.
If you look around and ask questions you will find plenty of people who have had problems with all 3 and people who stand by all 3. However you will hear plenty stories about "my friend had". It boils down to assembly. All the problems end up being because something locked up because it was assemble wrong or improper spacings or torque.
I have been leaning towards a 110 Revtech and here is why:
I believe if an engine is as good as a manufacturer makes it sound and a dealer stands behind it. Then they whould give you a warranty that reflects that same level of confidence. If I spend my money on your product, I made a large commitment to your product. So, I expect you will make the same level of commitment to me. That being said Revtech gives you a 3 year, 30,000 mile warranty with their engines. Ultima gives 1 year and S & S gives you 6 months.
So the more money you pay, the less warranty you get in return. I don't care what people who don't have a Revtech are saying about them. Like the old saying goes "put your money where your mouth is". When is S & S and Ultima going to put their money where their mouth is.
One dealer told me and I quote. "We carry all 3 but if you want to know the truth; the best engine is Revtech. It has a better warranty and it is more advanced. Everyone talks S & S but they have gotten more expensive but are being made cheaper and they lowered their warranty to six months".
These are my oppinions, don't take my word..look around for yourself.
Revtech is cheaper because it was made in Korea. But then again 90% of Harley Davidson is made of Asain parts. So the buy American crap doesn't hold water; they are built (Assembled) in America.
S & S cost more and is used more. Ultima falls second in terms of cost with Revtech coming in 3rd at cost.
If you look around and ask questions you will find plenty of people who have had problems with all 3 and people who stand by all 3. However you will hear plenty stories about "my friend had". It boils down to assembly. All the problems end up being because something locked up because it was assemble wrong or improper spacings or torque.
I have been leaning towards a 110 Revtech and here is why:
I believe if an engine is as good as a manufacturer makes it sound and a dealer stands behind it. Then they whould give you a warranty that reflects that same level of confidence. If I spend my money on your product, I made a large commitment to your product. So, I expect you will make the same level of commitment to me. That being said Revtech gives you a 3 year, 30,000 mile warranty with their engines. Ultima gives 1 year and S & S gives you 6 months.
So the more money you pay, the less warranty you get in return. I don't care what people who don't have a Revtech are saying about them. Like the old saying goes "put your money where your mouth is". When is S & S and Ultima going to put their money where their mouth is.
One dealer told me and I quote. "We carry all 3 but if you want to know the truth; the best engine is Revtech. It has a better warranty and it is more advanced. Everyone talks S & S but they have gotten more expensive but are being made cheaper and they lowered their warranty to six months".
These are my oppinions, don't take my word..look around for yourself.
"S&S probably has a six month warranty because their motors are built better and they know it."
Uh, I'm not seeing even the smallest bit of logic in that statement. Logic would dictate that a high quality product has the longer warranty so that the company can make it through the warranty period with to omany claims. This is from a business standpoint.
Companies that offer short warranties either 1. know they don't have a reliable product, 2.Their product is often abused out of the box (Motocross bikes) or 3. They don't care about offering the consumer so insurance that their investment will be a good one.
No one gives you a shorter warranty because "they have a better product"
Prove him wrong then. It's easy to criticize without having any facts to back it up. I have pictures of HD shipping boxes if you would like copies that show the country of origin if you would like them.
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Elite HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 4,109
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From: Connecticut
Like it or not we are in a worldwide economy, parts are made in many countries and assembled here, HD is like every other company they need to make a profit and will shop for the best deal with the quality they spec out. Look at what you drive everyday (cars and trucks). Autos have to show where the parts are made bikes don't
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 572
Likes: 6
From: Ft. Worth, Texas
"S&S probably has a six month warranty because their motors are built better and they know it."
Uh, I'm not seeing even the smallest bit of logic in that statement. Logic would dictate that a high quality product has the longer warranty so that the company can make it through the warranty period with to omany claims. This is from a business standpoint.
Companies that offer short warranties either 1. know they don't have a reliable product, 2.Their product is often abused out of the box (Motocross bikes) or 3. They don't care about offering the consumer so insurance that their investment will be a good one.
No one gives you a shorter warranty because "they have a better product"
Uh, I'm not seeing even the smallest bit of logic in that statement. Logic would dictate that a high quality product has the longer warranty so that the company can make it through the warranty period with to omany claims. This is from a business standpoint.
Companies that offer short warranties either 1. know they don't have a reliable product, 2.Their product is often abused out of the box (Motocross bikes) or 3. They don't care about offering the consumer so insurance that their investment will be a good one.
No one gives you a shorter warranty because "they have a better product"
Intermediate
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
From: Southern Ca, 5 miles north of the Santa Monica Mtns
GameShark
"S&S probably has a six month warranty because their motors are built better and they know it."
Uh, I'm not seeing even the smallest bit of logic in that statement. Logic would dictate that a high quality product has the longer warranty so that the company can make it through the warranty period with to omany claims. This is from a business standpoint.
Companies that offer short warranties either 1. know they don't have a reliable product, 2.Their product is often abused out of the box (Motocross bikes) or 3. They don't care about offering the consumer so insurance that their investment will be a good one.
No one gives you a shorter warranty because "they have a better product"
Uh, I'm not seeing even the smallest bit of logic in that statement. Logic would dictate that a high quality product has the longer warranty so that the company can make it through the warranty period with to omany claims. This is from a business standpoint.
Companies that offer short warranties either 1. know they don't have a reliable product, 2.Their product is often abused out of the box (Motocross bikes) or 3. They don't care about offering the consumer so insurance that their investment will be a good one.
No one gives you a shorter warranty because "they have a better product"
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,286
Likes: 5
From: Arizona
Like it or not we are in a worldwide economy, parts are made in many countries and assembled here, HD is like every other company they need to make a profit and will shop for the best deal with the quality they spec out. Look at what you drive everyday (cars and trucks). Autos have to show where the parts are made bikes don't
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Joined: May 2007
Posts: 3,870
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From: Alberta
90%? So are we saying that of ALL the part numbers in my books, 9 out of ten were sourced from asian suppliers??? Hmmm...
The issue I have with Rev-Tech is it's a deliberate, less costly copy of of an icon; kinda like wearing a "Rolex" watch that cost $29 and has a jump second hand...you wanna look the part but not spend the money...to me there's a difference between the "best deal" and the "real deal" Just my opinion.....
The issue I have with Rev-Tech is it's a deliberate, less costly copy of of an icon; kinda like wearing a "Rolex" watch that cost $29 and has a jump second hand...you wanna look the part but not spend the money...to me there's a difference between the "best deal" and the "real deal" Just my opinion.....
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Road Master
Joined: Jun 2009
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90%? So are we saying that of ALL the part numbers in my books, 9 out of ten were sourced from asian suppliers??? Hmmm...
The issue I have with Rev-Tech is it's a deliberate, less costly copy of of an icon; kinda like wearing a "Rolex" watch that cost $29 and has a jump second hand...you wanna look the part but not spend the money...to me there's a difference between the "best deal" and the "real deal" Just my opinion.....
The issue I have with Rev-Tech is it's a deliberate, less costly copy of of an icon; kinda like wearing a "Rolex" watch that cost $29 and has a jump second hand...you wanna look the part but not spend the money...to me there's a difference between the "best deal" and the "real deal" Just my opinion.....
The way I see it, all Electra Glides from 84+ are about the same. You buy what color you like and buy what bike has the engine you like. There isnt much difference from say a 87 to a 07 as far as looks go. If Honda made their bikes all look like 1971 CB360s today, they wouldnt sell very many. Some how Harley pulls this one off very well.