The tuner at our dealership told me this past summer that I would save money doing a 103 kit with cams rather than getting a new bike with a 103. He didn't think for the extra money that it cost that U got very much in return...

Cause a new bike with a 103 still needs stg1 and cams if U want to wake them up..

 

Here's my recent study regarding my new 103, TTS, dyno tune, air cleaner, and exhaust:

http://www.kenandjudy.us/Motorcycles...imitedtune.htm

Comments welcome.

This is my first post on this forum, by the way. Been around for 8 years, but only occasionally lurked.

 

I have an SE stage 1 air cleaner with remapping on my Fat Boy Lo and am still on the fence about upgrading to a 103 using the kit.

Is the 103 worth it to upgrade too if I am mostly commuting an hour to work or taking weekend trips.

My dealer is offering the upgrade for around $1300. It's still a lot of money...even if it is a deal

 

Well, upgrading from the old TC-88 to 95 cubic inches was considered "worth it" back when it was the thing to do. There's no substitute for cubic inches.

I do all my own work so for me, the answer would be "yes". You'll need re-mapping again. If the $1,300 includes a dyno tune, my answer to you would also be "yes". I believe that you'll be able to feel the difference. While at it, change the mufflers. They don't have to be loud to increase the engine's ability to breathe.