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Old Jun 8, 2014 | 07:53 PM
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I remember reading a write up in one of the big mc magazines about the rules, dyno figures etc. was several years ago but I distinctly remember the 61 hp... and I remember because it totally blew me away considering how strict the rules were... about all you could do to the motor was a valve job, jet the carb, change air cleaner and exhaust.

so, does anyone remember this article, maybe know where I can find it now? thanks!
 
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Old Jun 9, 2014 | 12:45 PM
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My buddy raced dirt on HD's for years on dirt ovals. I think the only race series Harley used for that was 1000cc motor. Never heard of an 883 race motor.
 
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I remember that series, they used to race at Del Mar. I'm pretty sure they were 883s, with just pipes, AC, jetting. Not sure about valves, but possible.

Unfortunately, I forget the name of the series. I think it was just 883s.

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