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Allthough I will keep my softail, I am considering a touring model. My '05 Heritage really starts zinging around 70. How do the isolated engines compare (vibration-wise) to the counter balanced models?
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RE: Vibrations
I believe you will find that overall the touring model you choose will be a smoother ride.
The only vibration that I get that I dont like is around 2000 RPM. Keep it above that (which you should) and its smooth as silk.
Mikeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
The only vibration that I get that I dont like is around 2000 RPM. Keep it above that (which you should) and its smooth as silk.
Mikeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
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RE: Vibrations
I have an 04 Ultra and the engine has the normal vibes at idle. It's smooth as can be at higher RPM's and it rides better than a Cadillac. I was in Hawaii and rented an 04 Heritage and the engine was so smooth that it was hard to tell it was running some times. The ride was a lot stiffer and tighter, but it was still a great riding machine and the 152 miles that we put on our bikes that day was fantastic. I love everything Harley and really appreciate the smooth ride of my Ultra. You will not be dissappointed with the Ultra and once you get used to it, might not like your Heritage anymore. Give it a shot on a rental for a day and compare and make the choice yourself.
Good luck!
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RE: Vibrations
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Allthough I will keep my softail, I am considering a touring model. My '05 Heritage really starts zinging around 70. How do the isolated engines compare (vibration-wise) to the counter balanced models?
Allthough I will keep my softail, I am considering a touring model. My '05 Heritage really starts zinging around 70. How do the isolated engines compare (vibration-wise) to the counter balanced models?
When I was shopping for a bigger bike my salesman told me that the balanced motors are smoother up to a certain rpm/speed but then they develop a "high frequency" vibration that the rubber mounted motors don't have (sounds like your situation). The rubber mounted motors will shake all over the place at idle but that disappears with a few revs.
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RE: Vibrations
Wife has a 2001 Heritage, and I have a 2005 EG Classic. the Hertiage is very smooth at idle, and the EG is pretty rough. Get to riding speeds, 2,000+ RPM and the situation changes. At riding speeds, especially above 70 mph, the rubbermounted EG is smoother.
Regards,
Bill
Regards,
Bill
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RE: Vibrations
My Road King is alot smoother then my softail ever was going down the highway, at idle and slow speeds it's alittle rougher. But I wouldn't trade it for anyother bike.
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RE: Vibrations
you will never regret a touring bike, they ride and handle very well, i dont think i personally could ride anything else on a trip.
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RE: Vibrations
Hello all,
Newbie to HD world from Montreal Canada.
Have never tried one (HD) in my life and decided to buy Japanese in 2002 because of people telling me that HD's would vibrate so much that you had to take a wrench to them after every ride, but it seems from what I have read here that this is a thing of the past.
Can anyone tell me if the stock pipes have a nice growl to them, or do I have to do as I did with my Jap model and add Vance and Hines to it?
I seem to have issues in traffic with cars cutting me off when I run stock pipes at the present time.
Would I have this issue with stock pipes with a new HD EG?
Thanks and hope to be part of the HD family soon.
Newbie to HD world from Montreal Canada.
Have never tried one (HD) in my life and decided to buy Japanese in 2002 because of people telling me that HD's would vibrate so much that you had to take a wrench to them after every ride, but it seems from what I have read here that this is a thing of the past.
Can anyone tell me if the stock pipes have a nice growl to them, or do I have to do as I did with my Jap model and add Vance and Hines to it?
I seem to have issues in traffic with cars cutting me off when I run stock pipes at the present time.
Would I have this issue with stock pipes with a new HD EG?
Thanks and hope to be part of the HD family soon.
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From: Baton Rouge, LA
RE: Vibrations
Nim001:
I have a '96 Road King with 99k, which is an Evo that vibrates a bit more than the newer Twincam models. I've checked tightening torques around the bike maybe twice since I've owned it, and only had to tighten perhaps two or three bolts in that time. The contention that a touring model will vibrate itself to death is total BS.
Stock pipes must pass noise-polution regulations in the States, which are probably the same as in Canada, and are thus quite muted. Depending on your definition of "growl," you'll probably need to replace the pipes. You could try drilling the stock pipes for a little extra snort as an experiment before investing in the aftermarket. I use Samson Rolled Thunder mufflers and although they sound great I find them a bit irritating on a long trip, say several days at 350-400 per day, even when using earplugs. I've thought about installing the stock pipes for trips but haven't gotten around to it yet.
I have a '96 Road King with 99k, which is an Evo that vibrates a bit more than the newer Twincam models. I've checked tightening torques around the bike maybe twice since I've owned it, and only had to tighten perhaps two or three bolts in that time. The contention that a touring model will vibrate itself to death is total BS.
Stock pipes must pass noise-polution regulations in the States, which are probably the same as in Canada, and are thus quite muted. Depending on your definition of "growl," you'll probably need to replace the pipes. You could try drilling the stock pipes for a little extra snort as an experiment before investing in the aftermarket. I use Samson Rolled Thunder mufflers and although they sound great I find them a bit irritating on a long trip, say several days at 350-400 per day, even when using earplugs. I've thought about installing the stock pipes for trips but haven't gotten around to it yet.