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The engine heat on the right side of my '09 Ultra is pretty tough. I had an '04 Ultra with the same problem. It is totally stock. The handling and performance is much better than the '04, however the heat is about the same. I thought the routing of the pipes would help the heat problem, but I don't see any difference. I'm satisfied with the performance and sound. Any suggestions??
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The design of the twin cam motor is inherently hot (see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harley-...win_Cam_engine ), so most of the suggestions for reducing the heat will be better air flow, better exhaust (less restrictive/cat removal), and better tune(r) with correct AFR. None EPA cams also help. Heat protection from the Capt. Itch type devices, also helps.
I got my heat manageable and performance greatly improved but at a cost of $2,500. Good luck with the other suggestions to come.
I got my heat manageable and performance greatly improved but at a cost of $2,500. Good luck with the other suggestions to come.
Last edited by Kingspoke; Jul 26, 2012 at 01:24 PM. Reason: misnamed sponsor!
Our Crotch Cooler will run you about $80.00..If you have any questions or we can help you out just let us know..
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The design of the twin cam motor is inherently hot (see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harley-...win_Cam_engine ), so most of the suggestions for reducing the heat will be better air flow, better exhaust (less restrictive/cat removal), and better tune(r) with correct AFR. None EPA cams also help. Heat protection from the Capt. Itch type devices, also helps.
I got my heat manageable and performance greatly improved but at a cost of $2,500. Good luck with the other suggestions to come.
I got my heat manageable and performance greatly improved but at a cost of $2,500. Good luck with the other suggestions to come.
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Put the crotch cooler on the wife's Lo and it worked wonders, and looks like it belongs on the bike. Definitely didn't look like it was home made.
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Nicely made out of very thick leather. Not only helps with heat off the motor to the side bet also up through the seat.
