Breakout 2023...NO to cam upgrade....
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From: Michigan
Got my new Breakout was too happy.... fast forward to taking it in for exhaust and the "POWER" cam option. Picked bike up looked at Dyno numbers, SMH think they got worse. 128 fl lbs ...and wait for it ...103 HP..THE BIGGEST WASTE OF MONEY. So please learn from me don't waste your money, and question why doesn't HARLEY post what the cam is let's see the numbers for the cam. That doesn't happen because of the BULLSHIT options they offer just to get you to do the BIG upgrades so they can $$$$$$$$.Don't waste your $$$$..
More than happy with the torque cam in my Low Rider, all the power I'll ever need.
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im thinking the factory numbers posted are at the crank and the dyno numbers are at the wheel... its a trade off with HD cams vs aftermarket. a bit less power, but you keep your warranty in tact.
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That "google search" you posted is crankshaft HP/TQ numbers.
The Dyno measures it at the wheel, so there is an improvement
Still, OE camshafts are not the way to go, and if you had researched before you did all of this, you would have known this.
If you want big numbers, go to Fuel Moto's website, and find yourself a competent dyno tuner
The Dyno measures it at the wheel, so there is an improvement
Still, OE camshafts are not the way to go, and if you had researched before you did all of this, you would have known this.
If you want big numbers, go to Fuel Moto's website, and find yourself a competent dyno tuner
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From: Missouri
sadly, this sounds like someone who glanced over some dyno threads, and sold a bag of goods (warranty) from a dealer.
that said, the number listed are at crank...not at rear wheel. now you have a piece of paper with numbers at the wheel.
expensive gains by comparison, but non the less...as expected gains from the parts we believe you selected.
that said, the number listed are at crank...not at rear wheel. now you have a piece of paper with numbers at the wheel.
expensive gains by comparison, but non the less...as expected gains from the parts we believe you selected.
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Those numbers are at the crank your after numbers(dyno) after the cam install is at the wheel. Usually 2-5% power loss through driveline
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Thanks for posting your results. You may save someone else who is considering this route. The plus side is you still have your warranty. You also have the best looking Softail being produced. Would love to see some pics.
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