Just found out today that dealer has a special going on... 20% off parts AND labor. Just have to schedule work by Sunday 3pm and pay half down. I have been thinking about doing something and this 20% off deal is hard to pass on. I have a 96" stock motor in 2010 heritage. Either going to go with 103" big bore stage II with cams, race tuner and exhaust or just Stage I breather with tuner, exhaust and cams. Leaning toward the latter. Biggest problem I have is choosing exhaust. Duals, 2 into 1, slip-ons... Hard to choose. I know full exhaust will be most beneficial but slip-ons not as loud and a bit cheaper. Thoughts, suggestions please.

 

Stage 2 Big Bore with cams is by far and away the biggest and most satisfying package for the price. It's not super hi-performance so go with the exhaust you like the most. ( The numbers just won't change that much to matter.)

 

103, SE 203 cams, and D&D Fatcat...you'll love the results.

 

the cams in the Stage II 103" big bore kit are SE-255. With that build and good air filter, slip on will be fine? ( leaning toward rush 2-2.25") Motor has less than 2K miles on it. If I do big bore, I will have to do break in again?

 

I like the 203's better myself, and yes a mild break in to seat the new rings is all that's necessary. And the Rush are fine too.

 

Dont worry about break in. With any engine. once motor is warmed up,, go for it. as in WFO.

 

You will always do better with a full exhaust. For performance it typically goes best to least as 2 into 1, then 2 into 2 (pipes with a cross over), then slip ons, then stock...in a simplistic break down.

I got a brand new Vance and Hines Pro Pipe 2 into 1 system for $460...that's almost the same price the dealer was quoting for slip ons. So shop around before you pull the trigger with the dealer. If you can, order the parts and bring them in to be put on. You could save some money and not have to compromise.

Remember, performance upgrades to the engine are only covered under the warranty if done within 6 months of the bikes purchase.

 

Dealer quoted me $315 for the rush slip-ons minus 20% would be $252. LOL, it will be 6 months from delivery in 2 weeks! How do you like the sound of your V and H 2/1's? How do they look on your heritage? Do they take away from the visual theme of the bike?

 

Personally, i wouldn't have the 255 cams. To many reports of pinging with these cams. The 203 cams are a better alternative for a mild 103 build. Do some research if you question what i'm saying. If you want the best performance then go with a 2in1 pipe.

 

Now I am thinking about waiting and do more research. I have a good friend in Phoenix that I have been talking to and he never mentioned the 255's pinging. Not that it may not be true but from my understanding, he is very knowledgeable. I sure would love to take advantage of the 20/20 deal but I feel it would be foolish of me to say "screw it, pick one and go for it." It may cost me more later if I do not like what I chose. Going to sleep on it and do more research in the morning. If I feel comfortable I will order and schedule. Maybe I can get them to extend the deal for another week!

Thanks to all for responding and hope to see others in the morning!