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Old Feb 16, 2021 | 12:38 PM
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Trying to get the nerve up to pull the trigger on a 131 crate motor for my 19 Road King.
My biggest fear (besides cost) is reliability. Anyone that has one installed had any issues?
 
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Would depend on how hard its ridden, wouldn’t it? My guess would be the motor will be reliable; however, not sure about everything else from the motor to the back wheel.
 
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Thats why I asked if anyone who has one has had any issues.
 
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This is from another recently posted thread..

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/milwa...ge-1v-yet.html
 
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I think an aftermarket Stage III would get it done better, more power and quite a bit cheaper. But if you're looking to keep some kind of warranty then go for it.
 
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Trying to get the nerve up to pull the trigger on a 131 crate motor for my 19 Road King.
My biggest fear (besides cost) is reliability. Anyone that has one installed had any issues?

If your on facebook look up a group , I think it's called 131 owners group..
Lots of info
 
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If your on facebook look up a group , I think it's called 131 owners group..
Lots of info
Im not, but will have my wife find it, Thanks
 
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Ok, dealer is picking up my bike today. Went with the 128 kit. This way I can add more to the build that I want.
 
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Ok, dealer is picking up my bike today. Went with the 128 kit. This way I can add more to the build that I want.
Based on the little bit of research I've done that seems like the better deal over the 131. Either way I'm sure you will be happy with the outcome.
 
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Ok, dealer is picking up my bike today. Went with the 128 kit. This way I can add more to the build that I want.
I love my 128 more every time I ride it! Put the right combo of parts together and you will be ecstatic!
 
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