Hd horsepower or hype?
Seasoned HDF Member
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From: SE Michigan
A word of advice, be cautious comparing FM dyno numbers against anything else. They have the happiest dyno on the planet. Several have had their bikes run on a different dyno (After FM) and numbers were significantly less. They have good package deals for builds, but dont be fooled that the results are greater than other options.
Road Warrior
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From: South Carolina
A word of advice, be cautious comparing FM dyno numbers against anything else. They have the happiest dyno on the planet. Several have had their bikes run on a different dyno (After FM) and numbers were significantly less. They have good package deals for builds, but dont be fooled that the results are greater than other options.
Road Warrior
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From: Eastern N.C.
mk, right to the pt. and right on. I can all ways count on your post to be the voice on exsperiance. dang I can't spell. mark twain said a man that couldn't spell a word but one way, had little imagination. I must have a pot load.
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Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 675
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From: Broken Bow, Oklahoma
Using the HD stuff is all good. But you are limited IMO. I think if (all else being the same) you can get better performance out of some of the aftermarket cams. Plus you have more choices. HD cams are very limited. So my choice would be to go with aftermarket over the HD stuff.
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2011
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From: Spokane, WA
the key is a "performance package"
parts chosen which are proven to deliver gains- AND work together.
and the expertize to install these parts properly
there are many Forum Members who are happy with Fuel Moto. There are also other vendors. and HD- who has performance packages listed in the catalog.
BUT- as the sign at the hod rod shop said:
How Fast
How Long
How Much
You pick 2
That means power x reliability x cost.
reliability will be a concern...once the motor is beefed then the process of finding the next weakest link starts...what'll blow first?
the clutch?
the belt?
maybe the tranny or primary bearings?
the cush drive?
the swingarm mounts?
so it's up to the owner what they want.
I leave my Harleys at stage 1
for the cost to make a Harley fast...real fast and turn and stop is about the cost of a new Ducati ( on top of the cost of the Harley).
so I have other bikes which were made to run, stop and turn
Mike
parts chosen which are proven to deliver gains- AND work together.
and the expertize to install these parts properly
there are many Forum Members who are happy with Fuel Moto. There are also other vendors. and HD- who has performance packages listed in the catalog.
BUT- as the sign at the hod rod shop said:
How Fast
How Long
How Much
You pick 2
That means power x reliability x cost.
reliability will be a concern...once the motor is beefed then the process of finding the next weakest link starts...what'll blow first?
the clutch?
the belt?
maybe the tranny or primary bearings?
the cush drive?
the swingarm mounts?
so it's up to the owner what they want.
I leave my Harleys at stage 1
for the cost to make a Harley fast...real fast and turn and stop is about the cost of a new Ducati ( on top of the cost of the Harley).
so I have other bikes which were made to run, stop and turn
Mike
mkguitar, that ranks as one of the best forum posts ever!
Personally, I'm going with Stage Zero.
I've got a VMax for straight-line thrills where every part is engineered to hold up to countless 1/4 mile times in the high 10s.
My Road King is a cruiser.
A word of advice, be cautious comparing FM dyno numbers against anything else. They have the happiest dyno on the planet. Several have had their bikes run on a different dyno (After FM) and numbers were significantly less. They have good package deals for builds, but dont be fooled that the results are greater than other options.
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Email jamie@fuelmotousa.com
Grand HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
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From: Rolla
Here at my local HD dealer in SW Missouri they have rider & bike photos on the wall in the HP service area. The photos are arranged into these horsepower clubs like: 100HP etc.etc. I assume the work is being done at the dealership.
Has anybody had any experience with these? I was thinking about having some work done by "Fuel Motto". However I would consider the dealer option if they worked with me in winter for a lower labor rate.
Has anybody had any experience with these? I was thinking about having some work done by "Fuel Motto". However I would consider the dealer option if they worked with me in winter for a lower labor rate.
And yes, what they "can" do for you is valid.
It will all come down to how much money you want to spend and how much power you want to make.
They have a Dyno and a very capable technician that knows what hes doing.
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Road Master
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: San Jose
A word of advice, be cautious comparing FM dyno numbers against anything else. They have the happiest dyno on the planet. Several have had their bikes run on a different dyno (After FM) and numbers were significantly less. They have good package deals for builds, but dont be fooled that the results are greater than other options.
My numbers were as good as some of FM's good numbers. Must be a happy Dyno also.
