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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 06:10 PM
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I dont want to beat a dead horse but I have been looking for an older evo softail but I just cant find any in my area. I went all last year without riding but I have to get one for next riding season and because of the situation it will have to be a twincam. So I know many have different beliefs about them but what is the most reliable TC out there. I know alot of guys think the 2002 are because of the crank bearing.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 06:17 PM
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Welcome to the Forum from Colorado!
2000-2003 I believe have the best cranks. Probably get a pantload of opinions on this. I have '04 with 25k on it and no troubles. Really can't go wrong with any you end up with. Plenty of bikes in here with claimed mileage over 100k on them.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 06:39 PM
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I have an '03 and I've the only problems have been dried out o-rings.
 
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Really it seems like only a handful of riders ever put enough miles on their bike to worry about it.



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