you say you don't believe in running high test gasoline. i would think that a modified engine would certainly benefit from higher octane.

 

Since I insured the bike this season Dan I've run high test solely. I can't tell one bit of difference the way the bike runs or increased mpg's over mid-grade. I'll continue to use high test just in case I'm hurting something inside and don't realize it.

 

Well put Joker. Good advice. As I said before the mechanic mentioned his gauge might be off a bit, it has to be because the bike runs pretty good for that high of ccp. If I knew the build would've netted me that amount of compression, (wasn't my choice, that's just where the components ended up at), I would've definitely chosen a bigger set of cams. Just for an example on top end, a lady with a kid in car seat left the stop light on a 60 mph multi lane highway the other day. She was in a late model Tourag. I don't know how spunky VW's are but I would assume I was just about wound out on the grip to keep up with here until 60-65 mph when she must've locked in her cruise. I can barely keep up with my friends 1200 Sportster with just a Stage 1 kit in it, (I know weight comes into effect there).

 

Can I ask... where are you shifting?

I know my bike runs strongest between 2800-3200 RPMs, but will carry out well past 4000 if I'm running it hard/racing the motor.
When I had the S&S 585s, it ran smooth and strong all the way to 5000+, though I never ran it there... but I could've easily!
I've seen people on here talk about shifting at 2200 RPMs regularly, and that's just insanely low.

Just curious...

 

I don't know where I shift in all honesty. I've probably never hit 5k winding it out but I don't tend to short shift very often. I know she lugs right down and runs smooth down low. I do shift to 5th at 48, and 6th at 60 under most level conditions.

 

Dene, you would likely get a big increase in hp and torque if you were to change out the true dual headers. vance & hines and jackpot/fuelmoto both have a great 2 into 1 into 2 pipe and you'd benefit greatly with that type of header setup with the mufflers you are currently using. i think you're using the monster rounds of something similar. i didn't catch what sort of tuning device you're using, so i have to re-read your comments. jim.

 

Hi all,

I know this is an old thread but as I'm new to the forum I don't think I'm able to PM anyone yet.

My name is Alex and I have a 2016 FXDL 103 HO, running A SE stage 1 teardrop AC, SE204 cams with 1.725 SE rockers and Bassani Road Rage short megaphone with the standard loud baffle.

I live in Sydney and my tuner and I are struggling to get the best out of the 204/1.725 rocker setup as 204's don't seem to have any popularity here and therefore very little tuning knowledge compared to the US.

I know that EMWOLB and TNHERITAGE are running similar setups to mine and making great curves (I'm not hung up on the numbers as such, just the shape of the curves) and was hoping to appeal to those users to see if they could help me out with copies of their tunes so my tuner and I can see where if anywhere we are going wrong. My tuner is an experienced HD tech, very knowledgable and willing to work with me to maximise my setup, we just don't have any previous experience with these cams.

Any other help or advice would be appreciated and I've attached a copy of my dyno sheet for viewing.

Cheers,
Alex

 

my 255s crack 100tq at 2200 and dont come down below it until 4500. Just sayin