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Old Jul 31, 2005 | 02:13 AM
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All we can get locally is 91 octane....so that's the best I can get.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2005 | 01:23 PM
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I've used the "PLUS" grade of Amoco ~89 octane and my Fatboy runs fine!
 
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Old Aug 2, 2005 | 01:54 PM
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I use 93 Octane.

I was told to NOT use Sunoco Ultra 94 by the HD mechanic. He claimed it had some additives
that are not good for the motor.

My ride deserves good gas
 
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Old Aug 4, 2005 | 09:54 AM
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Chunks

That mechanic obviously had issues with Sunoco. I've been using it for many years with no issues at all.

Here's an interesting article about ethanol in gas http://slate.msn.com/id/2122961/#ContinueArticle
 
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Old Aug 5, 2005 | 01:38 AM
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I agree with the 94 octane. You bought the best bike out there=Harley Davidson, so put the best fuel in it!
 
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Old Aug 5, 2005 | 02:29 AM
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my sporty talks to me if i use less than 92 octane!
 
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