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New to touring?
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New to touring?
I recently purchased a 2002 Electra Glide Classic with 4 thousand miles. It is in mint condition. I have been wondering about it being carbuerated. I paid 12K for the bike. I love it, but haven't been able to ride because of the usual upstate NY winter. Obviously I am bored to death, and keep thinking I should have gotten the FI version. Any comments would be appreciated. I have been riding a 97 1200 custom for the last couple of years and I got it bad for Harley's. Thanks Gordy
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RE: New to touring?
My Ultra, an '03 was FI and I see no significant draw back to carb. Unless your riding at much higher elevations, your card should do just fine. Personally I think I prefer the carb anyway. Easier to tune.
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RE: New to touring?
I have ridden both carb and FI HDs. I dont think there is very much difference. The FIs tend to run a little better when very cold and get a little better fuel economy. The carbs are easier to tune. If you use the enricher properly the carbs run just as well cold.
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RE: New to touring?
I ride a 99 FLHR since new and am pleased; especially when I read about all of the ECM and Mapping issues that appear on this Web site. I am just getting ready to go to a 95 ci and cams, minor head work and rejetting the original carb. after just under 25,000 miles.
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If you can't leave things alone like most, the carb will save you money, easier to tune.
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RE: New to touring?
Don't be afraid of the carb,once dailed in it will give you no problems.Keep a good fuel filter on it.I have always had carbs and really enjoy keeping them in tune.
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RE: New to touring?
I've got the Magnetti Marelli FI on my 2000 EGC. From what I've read I'd probably be better off with a carb. Don't worry about it and enjoy your ride. Your only one step away from your next bike anyway, so . . .
Hey, gordo, forgot to say welcome, so WELCOME! [sm=bounceybounce.gif]
Hey, gordo, forgot to say welcome, so WELCOME! [sm=bounceybounce.gif]
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RE: New to touring?
thanks for the input, everyone, I guess I am getting a little sick of sitting waiting for the snow to melt. I have my sportster right by the puter, next year the flhtc will be in the house with me instead of shuddering in the garage.