How does this sound
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From: ND, USA
How does this sound- cam update
First of all,
2008 RKC
Full stage 1 installed in july '10 when I purchased, no dyno tune.
Planning se255 cam upgrade in Jan. due discount.
Total cost for buying cams and pushrods, install and proper dyno tune $850, about 8 hrs approx.
I know I can get cams cheaper elsewhere but I like new stuff installed and HD parts.
I also trust the service tech to give it a proper tune.
And since I can't ride to the dealer due to snow and ice they will pick up and deliver.
THX.
2008 RKC
Full stage 1 installed in july '10 when I purchased, no dyno tune.
Planning se255 cam upgrade in Jan. due discount.
Total cost for buying cams and pushrods, install and proper dyno tune $850, about 8 hrs approx.
I know I can get cams cheaper elsewhere but I like new stuff installed and HD parts.
I also trust the service tech to give it a proper tune.
And since I can't ride to the dealer due to snow and ice they will pick up and deliver.
THX.
Last edited by 2008RKC08; Feb 10, 2011 at 11:31 PM. Reason: update
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Don't have specs. of the dyno machine but the tech said it take about 2-3 hrs to get it tuned in properly. As it sits now the bike gets really great gas mileage, 45-50, but definitely doesn't perform power wise as it should. AFR maybe a little too high. Shouldn't have to downshift to 3rd just to pass a semi at 65 decently. I've tried in 4th gear with less that stellar results and 5th was totally worthless to say the least.
15% discount on parts and labor til 31 Jan 2011.
15% discount on parts and labor til 31 Jan 2011.
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Don't have specs. of the dyno machine but the tech said it take about 2-3 hrs to get it tuned in properly. As it sits now the bike gets really great gas mileage, 45-50, but definitely doesn't perform power wise as it should. AFR maybe a little too high. Shouldn't have to downshift to 3rd just to pass a semi at 65 decently. I've tried in 4th gear with less that stellar results and 5th was totally worthless to say the least.
15% discount on parts and labor til 31 Jan 2011.
15% discount on parts and labor til 31 Jan 2011.
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Yes you need to find out what they are tuning it with. If they are going to include dyno time they will need a tuner device. Most likely a SEST but they cost over $400 alone. Other then that it sounds like a good deal.
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Sorry that's been awhile but here is the update for my SE255 cam upgrade. Not too shabby for a total of $881. 2008 RKC 96", stock head pipes, HD stage 1 kit, VH oval slip-on mufflers, SE super tuner(orange). Cam upgrade included SE255 cams, adjustable pushrods, and dyno. HP 83, TQ 97.3. AFR 13.02 wot, 14.3 cruise. Everything is right where i need it to be for my style of riding. 
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