Deciding between EFI or Carb
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Deciding between EFI or Carb
Hey guys. I am shopping for a Road King. I am not new to bikes but I am new to the RK's. I have 2 bikes that I am looking at from the same dealer.
#1 1999 Classic model with 20,000 miles and EFI
#2 2000 standard model with 50,000 miles and carb
All other things being the same, which would you choose and why? Thanks for you insight.
#1 1999 Classic model with 20,000 miles and EFI
#2 2000 standard model with 50,000 miles and carb
All other things being the same, which would you choose and why? Thanks for you insight.
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Hey guys. I am shopping for a Road King. I am not new to bikes but I am new to the RK's. I have 2 bikes that I am looking at from the same dealer.
#1 1999 Classic model with 20,000 miles and EFI
#2 2000 standard model with 50,000 miles and carb
All other things being the same, which would you choose and why? Thanks for you insight.
#1 1999 Classic model with 20,000 miles and EFI
#2 2000 standard model with 50,000 miles and carb
All other things being the same, which would you choose and why? Thanks for you insight.
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Here's an interesting technical link on H-D EFI:
http://www.harley-riders-guide.com/h...idson-efi.html
http://www.harley-riders-guide.com/h...idson-efi.html
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They both have their pros and cons. Just depends on what you like. My 94 Ultra only came with a carb but I had it done over by Killer Motorcycle Products and it does what they say and more. Sure.... I still have to play with a choke and all but I love it. Simplicity at its best.
If I had your choice... I would go with the 2000 just because parts are easier to find. Believe me. I have a 94. LOL!!!!
If I had your choice... I would go with the 2000 just because parts are easier to find. Believe me. I have a 94. LOL!!!!
Like others have said, they both have ups and downs. EFI has good things, but can be a pain to tune. Carbs can be a lot of work but are a lot simpler if that helps any! : )
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Thanks guys. Your input helps.
04Sportster04 you mention that parts are easier to find for the 2000. Are the two years that different? In what ways?
04Sportster04 you mention that parts are easier to find for the 2000. Are the two years that different? In what ways?
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Hey guys. I am shopping for a Road King. I am not new to bikes but I am new to the RK's. I have 2 bikes that I am looking at from the same dealer.
#1 1999 Classic model with 20,000 miles and EFI
#2 2000 standard model with 50,000 miles and carb
All other things being the same, which would you choose and why? Thanks for you insight.
#1 1999 Classic model with 20,000 miles and EFI
#2 2000 standard model with 50,000 miles and carb
All other things being the same, which would you choose and why? Thanks for you insight.
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IMO, the carb bike is best.
Every bike I've ever owned has been a carb bike and every one, except for a new '03 RK - which was a total POS from day one, has been great and trouble free.
No way I'll ever own an injected bike. Lots of folks are OK with them though, and that's fine for them, but it ain't for me.
Every bike I've ever owned has been a carb bike and every one, except for a new '03 RK - which was a total POS from day one, has been great and trouble free.
No way I'll ever own an injected bike. Lots of folks are OK with them though, and that's fine for them, but it ain't for me.
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If those are the only two bike possibilities for purchase I would say the carb, as mentioned the MM EFI is a little wanting. Generally I would lean toward EFI, but I have the Delphi. The best carburator can never even come close to the precision fuel delivery of EFI.