Why does the 120R.....
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Bagram, Afghanistan
My best guess is that's the best way to get a bunch of them out there for testing before they decide to make it the new motor for the CVO line in the next couple years. That way they can test and make changes as necessary without pissing off the $30K plus class of CVO owners again like they did with the 110. JMHO
"Seeker of Freedom"
Joined: May 2007
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From: Kansas City Area
I suspect HD is supporting the new 120R draggin' baggers class as well as competing with the general big bore market. Why bother with a 110 when you can get the 120R? Plus HD didn't have to do any EPA compliance testing on it lowering their R&D cost.
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Bagram, Afghanistan
I hope that doesn't turn out to be the case...
I've been watching all the 120R threads to see how this motor develops...
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Elite HDF Member
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From: Booming metropolis
I was checking his site out and noticed you can only get one of his motors through a HD dealer.
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I tend to agree with post #3. There are no costs associated with certifying the engine for street use.
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Road Captain
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From: Maine
Jim's 120 and SE120R
Don't have one part alike.
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From: Booming metropolis
Do you know how much the Jims 131 or 120 motors are selling for? I checked the HD website and my 2009 catalogue but dont see them mentioned on either source.
