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Old Nov 6, 2017 | 04:25 PM
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Hello all. I'm a long time forum member, but I frequent the touring boards. I came across a 99 that I got from my brother in law for $3K with 24K miles. While I've learned quite a bit about touring models, I don't know much about Softails. I assume they have the same crappy cam chain tensioners as the touring bikes, but what else should I be on the lookout for? Any opinions are appreciated.
 
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not in 99....Softails didn't go Twin Cam till 2000
 
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So it’s an Evo then?
 
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Yup, that is a Evo you got.
 
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Evo is a better bike tool I reckon.
 
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Well, like I said I don’t know much about them. With the introduction of the TC in 99 I thought it was so equipped.
 
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The picture is a limited view, but a low mile EVO
Worth hanging onto if you want a softail.
I miss my EVO, not that I don't like my new bike.
But that carbed low idle is so sweet.
I will have another one someday.
 
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These are the only pics I have so far.
 
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The twin cam wasn't put into the softail line until 2000, when HD came up with the Twin Cam 88B....

There is absolutely nothing wrong with an EVO Heritage..... I had an '89 Heritage EVO, it was a great running, reliable bike.

Give that bike a comprehensive service and a good detailing, and if you find no major issues, you have a gem of a bike!
 
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