Carbureted Deuce

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Mar 27, 2012 | 04:07 PM

#11

byersmtrco

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We have both. An 00 carbureted and an 03 FI. Both run flawlessly.
The 03 is easier to start when cold (basically hit the button)

Carbureted sounds better. Idles better (03 sounds like a loud air compressor)

Considerable heat difference. FI has 20-40 deg higher oil temps. Very noticable on a hot day.

Mar 27, 2012 | 05:56 PM

#12

tmac00333

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It will sound better, have taller gears and be cheaper to work on. And harder to start on cold mornings.

Mar 28, 2012 | 09:44 AM

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str8jacket

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Taller gears? Are EFI bikes geared different than carbed bikes of the same year?

Mar 28, 2012 | 11:15 AM

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chevele72

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I have an '03 carbed Deuce and an '03 EFI Electraglide Classic.
The classic has a lot of work done to it, but the Deuce with Woods cams and a Mikuni carb, has to be the happiest bike I've ever ridden. Warming up isn't that big a deal, and when it's warm, touch the button and it doesn't make one revolution and it's idling. Just keep some fuel additive in it if you don't ride it much. I ride mine every couple months, I use Amsoil Quickshot no issues. FWIW.
I actually rode the Deuce today!

Last edited by chevele72; Mar 28, 2012 at 11:18 AM.

Mar 30, 2012 | 07:46 PM

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The88Beast04

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From: Virginia

I prefer the idea of keep it simple, and when it comes to FI on the new bikes, those are NOT simple. I'll stick with my carb - gives'er some personality ;-)