Reasons to change Cams?

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Nov 14, 2014 | 08:39 AM

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SBates08

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Umm what about just because??? It'll turn your bike into one that turns you on when you turn it on.

2010 Limited with some stuff!!

Nov 14, 2014 | 09:32 AM

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Beak

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If you like it the way it is.....leave it alone. Everything is a compromise, you will find that you cannot change just one thing. The motor is happy when the whole package works together. A/C, exhaust, cams, tune.

Nov 14, 2014 | 09:42 AM

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KCFLHRC

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You will never miss the additional performance if you never had it. Once you have had it though, you will want more.

Nov 14, 2014 | 10:14 AM

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2013_FLHTK

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Quote:

Originally Posted by rob0225

I have a 2010 FLHTK. I've thought about upgrading my Cams but trying to understand why I would want to.

I'm not dissatisfied with my current performance but it may be more of I don't know what I don't know. I don't take off from a stop sign and wish I could do it quicker, I'm satisfied with my speeds and power while highway riding.

What would be a compelling reason to upgrade Cams. Does it require a tune or an aftermarket tuner (PC fuel pac,etc) or are they pretty much swap and ride?

Thanks for the answers in advanced.

Robert

I noticed you did not mention any upgrades to your motorcycle. Is it still completely stock as far as the engine is concerned?

Nov 14, 2014 | 10:16 AM

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dribble

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Originally Posted by rob0225

You may have answered your own question. if I want to go faster, I'll sell one of my HD's and buy a V-Max

Nov 14, 2014 | 10:33 AM

#16

senna

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SBates08

Umm what about just because???

If you are a gear head, then you understand!! No compelling argument necessary.

Nov 14, 2014 | 10:41 AM

#17

jmorganroadglide

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From: texas panhandle

If you are going to change cams, do it right. If you are going to keep the bike long term, do the whole package. Maybe even get a 107 kit from fuel moto or another group.

Nov 14, 2014 | 10:49 AM

#18

Talldog

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From: Northern Illinois

2012 FLHTK with Stage 1

High Flow Air Cleaner
Fuel Moto Stainless Headers
Rinehart 4" Slip-Ons
Power Vision from Fuel Moto

Performance wise, I'm pretty happy, although I normally ride 2-up and there are times when I wish I had a little stronger pull.

If I ever do Cams, it will be for the increased torque, but also for the sound. You can usually tell if a bike has hotter Cams just by the way it sounds, I love that sound!

I would never spend the money on just Cams, if you're gonna do it, do at least Stage 1 with a good tune, it will really wake up that 103!