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Old Jun 24, 2012 | 03:23 PM
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(2012 Ultra Limited) Things running really smooth here at work so got lots of time to ponder thoughts on bike mods. While I have been thinking of exhaust, tuner, cams, etc.... as well as bling items. I had a thought that took me back to my winter toy (that I didn't get to ride this year / Mother Natures a B) While I have modded my sled a bunch, when it came down to dollar for dollar most bang for my buck - a simple gear change yielded the most seat of the pants pull. Being the Ultra is a 6 speed and I'm not real familiar with the ratios yet, is it common for folks to change sprockets to increase pull ?
 

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Yes, there are several who have done this mod. (as long as you don't mind the increase in highway RPM's) Here's a little something to help you pass the time:
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/attac...ive-ratios.pdf
 
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Originally Posted by Gearhead3
Yes, there are several who have done this mod. (as long as you don't mind the increase in highway RPM's) Here's a little something to help you pass the time:
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/attac...ive-ratios.pdf

The 103 is not listed.
 
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Originally Posted by Matt0987
The 103 is not listed.
Same tranny.
 
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Originally Posted by Gearhead3
Same tranny.

Oh yes, of course!!!
 
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