View Poll Results: How many miles did you get from your engine before major repairs were needed.
20K
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0%
40K
0
0%
60K
0
0%
80K
0
0%
100K
0
0%
110K
0
0%
120K
0
0%
130K
0
0%
140K
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0%
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Engine Lifespan
Novice
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 20
Likes: 0
From: Maryland
Ride it and enjoy
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Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 173
Likes: 0
From: Sunrise, Florida
SERG - I'm assuming you are still on the original design? I think I have about $500 in the upgrade kit, and I installed myself. It is supposed to significantly extend the life of the pads which are completely differnt material from the original spring loaded one. What are the changes costing you? Just curious.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 2,796
Likes: 36
From: Toronto, Ontario
My Cam Chain tensioner installed around 37K , I am now close to 50K, I am hoping I do not upgrade engine components for the next 3/4 seasons (another 25K at least).
Although I am starting to notice increased oil blowby from the breathers.
Although I am starting to notice increased oil blowby from the breathers.
Supporter
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 1,242
Likes: 1
From: Farmingdale, New York
I have 18,540 on my 2000 Heritage as of today. I want to do the cam chain tensioners this year sometime. should i do the hydraulic ones or the ones with the new material(forgot company name) I'm not interested in doing cams or any other high performance upgrades on this bike(I'm saving that for the next bike) keeping this one stock.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 3,492
Likes: 19
From: Illinois
Between mods, selling, buying or swapping bikes over the years I wouldn't have a clue. I am pretty sure this is my last bike, unless I ever get a 2nd, so maybe I will finally find out. I don't abuse my bike and I am very **** about maintenance so I hope for good things and many miles to come.
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Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 173
Likes: 0
From: Sunrise, Florida
I have 18,540 on my 2000 Heritage as of today. I want to do the cam chain tensioners this year sometime. should i do the hydraulic ones or the ones with the new material(forgot company name) I'm not interested in doing cams or any other high performance upgrades on this bike(I'm saving that for the next bike) keeping this one stock.
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Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 173
Likes: 0
From: Sunrise, Florida
Those of you posting high mileage, please share your maintenance routine and especially choice of lubricants. For myself I follow the book 99%, and used Harley synthetic until 10K, then switched to Amsoil ever since.
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Joined: Mar 2007
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